DĪKṢITHAM: A 250th Anniversary Tribute & Community Fundraiser | Livermore High School
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Experience Dīkṣitham: A delightful Mohiniyattam & Bharathanatyam confluence honoring a 250-year legacy. All proceeds support our community.
Dīkṣitham - A Cultural Confluence
Join us for an evening of Indian classical dance, curated and directed by
Kalamandalam Supriya Sudhakar
.
This event is a "confluence" of two Indian classical dance traditions: the lyrical, swaying grace of
Mohiniyattam
and the dynamic, geometric precision of
Bharathanatyam
. These two distinct styles will be woven together to interpret the spiritual and musical depth of
Sri Muthuswāmī Dīkṣithar's
kritis.
Celebrating a 250-Year Legacy
2026 commemorates the
250th Birth Anniversary
of
Sri Muthuswāmī Dīkṣithar
, a titan of the Carnatic music trinity. Known for his intellectually profound and soul-stirring compositions, Dīkṣithar’s music remains a cornerstone of Indian heritage.
Dance for a Cause: Community Fundraiser
At its heart,
Dīkṣitham
is a mission-driven event. This event serves as a
Community Fundraiser
to support local outreach initiatives and programs in the California Bay area. By purchasing a ticket, you are directly contributing to the well-being of our local neighbors;
100% of net proceeds
from ticket sales will be dedicated to community support and local welfare projects.
About the Curator
Supriya Sasikumar
(known professionally as Kalamandalam Supriya Sudhakar
)
is a distinguished classical dancer specializing in Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam. She received her rigorous
Guru-Kula-Sampradaaya
based school and college education & training at the world-renowned
Kerala Kalamandalam
, earning degrees in both art forms. She is the
first-rank holder
of her Master's in Bharatanatyam from
Madras University
.
Supriya has performed at prestigious global venues, including the
Inauguration Ceremony of the Commonwealth Games 2010
, and renowned festivals such as
Nishagandhi
and
Soorya
. Currently based in the Bay Area, she directs her dance school,
KRIPA
(Kala Roopa Institute of Performing Arts). She continues her advanced training in
Bharathanatyam, Mohiniyattam
and
Nattuvangam
under expert Gurus, maintaining the highest standards of artistic excellence. Learn more about the Curator’s journey and achievements
here
.
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