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Natya Katha—Stories That Dance
An Interactive Bharatanatyam Experience for Families
Tags For: Natya Katha—stories That Dance
- Performance
- Off-Site
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Location: Community Arts Center
Free; No Ticket Required
Photo © Kshitija Kolvankar
About The Event
Coinciding with CMA’s exhibition Epic of the Northwest Himalayas: Pahari Paintings from the “‘Shangri’ Ramayana,” families are invited to experience the beauty, rhythm, and storytelling of Bharatanatyam through an engaging, family-friendly cultural program led by Indian classical dancers from Shri Kalaa Mandir.
Attendees watch dancers bring gods, heroes, nature, and timeless tales to life through the magic of Indian classical dance. Discover a world where poetic verses are animated through graceful movements, rhythmic footwork, vibrant costumes, and dynamic storytelling. Audience members explore the art of storytelling through dramatic facial expressions and symbolic hand gestures in a fun interactive session.
This event is perfect for both first-time audiences and arts lovers.
Today’s performance is a precursor to Shri Kalaa Mandir’s production in the CMA’s Gartner Auditorium on August 2 at 2:00 p.m. called “Crucible of Honor,” which showcases Indian Dance Theatre with a live orchestra.
About Shri Kalaa Mandir
Founded in 1993 by Artistic Director Sujatha Srinivasan, Shri Kalaa Mandir—Center for Indian Performing Arts is a leading Bharatanatyam dance company in Northeast Ohio known for its award-winning traditional and innovative productions, arts education, and community-outreach programs.
The views expressed by performers during this event are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Sponsors
The 2026–27 Performing Arts Series is sponsored by the Musart Society. This program is made possible in part by the Ernest L. and Louise M. Gartner Fund, the P. J. McMyler Musical Endowment Fund, and the Anton and Rose Zverina Music Fund.
The Cleveland Museum of Art is funded in part by residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.
Performing arts programs are supported in part by the Ohio Arts Council, which receives support from the State of Ohio and the National Endowment for the Arts.
