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by Zanetta Pierce There are moments when an opportunity comes along that completely rewrites your plans in the best way possible. To be completely honest, I didn't initially plan on stepping onto the dance floor. My lovely friend Ghazala had originally brought me on board with a very specific role in mind: I was just going to be a chaperone! I was perfectly happy to support from the sidelines, hold the bags, and cheer everyone on. That all changed when our incredible instruct

Natasha Agrawal July 2026 In 1838, a troupe of dancers from Perumal Temple in Pondicherry was selected to travel to Europe. Pondicherry being a French colony, it is likely that the dancers had no agency in choosing to travel. However, it is documented that the dancers were paid well - Rs. 10 per day as they traversed around Europe dancing and showcasing their art to colonial audiences. The five dancers Tillammal, Ammani, Sundaram, Rangam, Vedam were accompanied by musician

by Sukanya Mahadevan How Dance Travel Transforms Young Artists: From Rome & Paris to Our Upcoming Journey in Lisboa Travel has always been one of the most powerful teachers — and when paired with dance, it becomes life‑changing. At Shishya, our international tours are more than performances; they are immersive experiences that shape how our dancers see the world and themselves. After unforgettable journeys to India, Rome and Paris, we are now preparing for our next adventure:

by Sukanya Mahadevan As a teacher of the Arts, it always makes me fulfilled when my 'shishyas' go on to the next chapters of their lives but carry their art and all the life lessons they learn in our school. Our school motto 'Art for Humanity' is one I inculcate in them from a very early age and it has been a Shishya cornerstone for decades. A real testament to it is when a student takes this beyond their tutelage here and applies it to real life. It gives me great pleasure i