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SUMMARY:Double Diaspora: Indo-Caribbeans Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a basic overview of Indo-Caribbean history and culture\, specifically geared towards K-12 teachers. The goal is to provide classroom teachers with an understanding of this unique cultural group as well as to open up possible curricular points of entry for teachers so that students can see representation of Indo-Caribbean stories in their curriculum.\nIndo-Caribbean people are descendants of the laborers from the Indian subcontinent who were brought to the Caribbean as indentured servants during the colonial era. They are people of a double diaspora as many of them have now moved out of the Caribbean into other areas like Canada\, the US\, and the UK. They are often mistaken as immigrants directly from India\, but are culturally different. They are a mixture of Indian\, Caribbean\, British Colonial\, and Native cultures. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters Antika Singh\, MSEd and Dakashna Lang\, EdD\n\nPD Certificate will be provided by NJEA
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/double-diaspora-indo-caribbeans-past-and-present/
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SUMMARY:`Nada-Jyoti` & `Tatkaar y Taconeo` (SF International Arts Festival)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe SF International Arts Festival presents an incredible shared bill! \n“Nada-Jyoti” is a two-act Bharatanatyam production produced and performed by Nikitha Sreekant and Kalakshetra Reshma Rajeev\, exploring the eternal interplay between sound and light\, Shiva and Shakti\, and consciousness and energy – the twin forces that shape creation. \n“Tatkaar y Taconeo – Steps of Two Worlds” is an electrifying cross-cultural performance blending India’s Kathak and Spain’s Flamenco\, highlighting intricate rhythms\, expressive storytelling\, and percussive footwork of these dance forms\, presented by Pooja Ganesh and Eve Salonen.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/nada-jyoti-tatkaar-y-taconeo-sf-international-arts-festival/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
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SUMMARY:Lucky Ali Live - CANDLE LIGHT CONCERT Live In Bay Area
DESCRIPTION:Experience an unforgettable evening of music and nostalgia with Lucky Ali at the Lucky Ali Candle Light Concert – Live in Bay Area. Set in an intimate\, beautifully lit ambiance\, this special concert promises to transport you into a world of soulful melodies\, heartfelt lyrics\, and timeless classics that have defined generations. \nKnown for his unique voice and deeply emotional songs\, Lucky Ali brings a rare charm to the stage\, creating a magical connection with the audience. Surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight\, every note feels more personal\, every lyric more meaningful. From evergreen hits like “O Sanam” to his other beloved tracks\, fans can expect a mesmerizing journey through music that touches the heart and soul. \nThis exclusive event in San Jose offers more than just a concert—it’s an immersive experience where music meets ambiance. The soothing setting enhances the depth of Lucky Ali’s performance\, making it a perfect evening for music lovers\, couples\, and anyone seeking a serene yet powerful live show.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/lucky-ali-live-candle-light-concert-live-in-bay-area/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T183000
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SUMMARY:Dvaita–Advaita… Two Paths\, One Truth
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nA Bharatanatyam & Kathak jugalbandi choreographed and performed by Jyotsna Vaidee and myself- Shambhavi Dandekar. The performance unfolds as a dialogue—between two forms\, two philosophies\, two musical genres and two artistes. Joined by a nine piece live musical ensemble from Hindustani and Carnatic tradition\, the evening offers an experience to cherish.  \nMore details: (Flyer enclosed) \nDate: Sunday\, April 26\, 2026\nTime: 4.00 to 6.30 pm\nVenue: Cubberley Theatre\, 4120 Middlefield Road\, Palo Alto\, CA 94306. 
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/dvaita-advaita-two-paths-one-truth/
LOCATION:CA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T220000
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SUMMARY:Ants and Lotus
DESCRIPTION:It is our pleasure to invite you to attend the book launch of Ants and Lotus\, an epistolary conversation in poetry by Usha Akella and the Romanian poet Ruxandra Cesereanu\, on Sunday April 26th at 12 noon EST.  The Romanian translation will be released in the Fall in Romania.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(Check the time zone wherever you are.)\n\nThis special program\, the first one this year after our mega 10th anniversary celebration spanning the whole of last year.\n\nMatwaala has dedicated its mission to creating a platform for marginalized poets. Hope to see many of you in support of its founder.\n \nPlease see the zoom link here:\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88306755305?pwd=3uQn1KwyxFJAzIkOgie1aw6iRlbwef.1\n\n\nMeeting ID: 883 0675 5305\npasscode: poetry\n\nLooking forward to seeing many of you. Please share with interested poetry lovers.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/ants-and-lotus/
LOCATION:CA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T180000
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SUMMARY:Gautam Kale USA Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gautam Kale of the Mewati Gharana carries forward a rich legacy of Indian classical music.\nA devoted disciple of Pandit Jasraj\, his singing reflects depth\, purity\, and tradition.\nHe will present an evocative Indian classical vocal performance.\nHe will be accompanied on tabla by Pt. Ashis Sengupta. \nOn harmonium\, Shri Sarang Kulkarni will add melodic support.\n\nApril 13\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Lecture Demonstration \nApril 15\n Amherst College – CHI Salon\, Amherst\, MA\n Interactive Session \nApril 16\n Smith College\, Northampton\, MA\n Concert \nApril 17\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 18\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 19\n Indian Academy of Performing Arts\, New Jersey\n Concert \nApril 25\n Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden\, New York\n Workshop & Concert \n⸻ \nMay 2\n Mahadeo Degwekar Foundation\, New Jersey\n Concert \nMay 3\n India Center of Westchester\, New York\n Concert \nMay 30–31\n Ashavari Performing Arts Music Festival\, California\n Concert \n⸻ \nJune 20\n Chicago\, IL\n Concert \nJune 27\n ICMC\, Dallas\, TX\n Concert \nJune 28\n Vedanta Society\, Providence\, RI\n Concert
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/gautam-kale-usa-tour-2026/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Classical Indian Music
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SUMMARY:Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles
DESCRIPTION:IFFLA brings to Los Angeles audiences the most exciting and groundbreaking independent cinema from South Asia and its diasporas. The festival offers emerging and underrepresented storytellers numerous industry-facing mentorship\, educational and networking opportunities. A highly curated program along with a direct access to the professional film industry in Hollywood make IFFLA a unique platform for South Asian filmmakers. \n\n\nIFFLA’s annual festival\, now in its 23rd year\, offers a vibrant program comprising features and shorts\, including narrative\, documentary\, and animated works. The festival showcases films from eight countries in the South Asian subcontinent – Afghanistan\, Bhutan\, Bangladesh\, India\, the Maldives\, Nepal\, Pakistan\, and Sri Lanka – as well as their diasporas in the US and worldwide.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/indian-film-festival-of-los-angeles/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T200000
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SUMMARY:General Plan Four Year Review Open House at Southside Community Center
DESCRIPTION:Every four years\, we review our General Plan to ensure it still reflects the needs and goals of our community. This roadmap guides how we manage growth\, housing\, transportation\, and public services. Your perspective ensures our policies align with the reality of life in our neighborhoods\, and this workshop is a great opportunity to provide your input. \nDate: Thursday\, April 23\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 to 8 p.m. \nLocation: Southside Community Center\, 5585 Cottle Road San Jose\, California 95123
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/general-plan-four-year-review-open-house-at-southside-community-center/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T200000
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CREATED:20260420T182333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T182333Z
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SUMMARY:Actors on Acting
DESCRIPTION:In an era where the boundaries between mediums are increasingly fluid\, today’s actors are redefining what it means to build a career across theater\, film\, and television. For performers navigating this evolving landscape\, the craft demands not only emotional depth\, but technical agility—an ability to shift scale\, tone\, and presence from the intimacy of the camera to the expansiveness of the stage. \nIn this edition of Actors on Acting\, Sonal Shah\, Pej Vahdat\, Sunikrish Balakrishnan\, and Priyanka Shetty come together for a candid and insightful conversation about their journeys across mediums—and the artistry required to thrive within each. \nDrawing from rich backgrounds in theater\, independent film\, and television\, the actors explore how foundational stage training informs their on-screen performances\, grounding them in discipline\, presence\, and character development. At the same time\, we reflect on the nuanced adjustments required for film and television. \nThe conversation also delves into the realities of transitioning between mediums: the challenges of being “typecast” within one space\, the opportunities presented by streaming platforms\, and the increasing demand for globally resonant\, culturally specific storytelling. For these artists\, the shift is not just technical—it is deeply personal\, requiring constant reinvention and a commitment to authenticity.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/actorsonacting/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T183000
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SUMMARY:Actors on Acting
DESCRIPTION:April 22 | On Zoom | 6:30pm – 8:00pm PST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn an era where the boundaries between mediums are increasingly fluid\, today’s actors are redefining what it means to build a career across theater\, film\, and television. For performers navigating this evolving landscape\, the craft demands not only emotional depth\, but technical agility—an ability to shift scale\, tone\, and presence from the intimacy of the camera to the expansiveness of the stage. \nIn this edition of Actors on Acting\, Sonal Shah\, Pej Vahdat\, Sunikrish Balakrishnan\, and Priyanka Shetty come together for a candid and insightful conversation about their journeys across mediums—and the artistry required to thrive within each. \nDrawing from rich backgrounds in theater\, independent film\, and television\, the actors explore how foundational stage training informs their on-screen performances\, grounding them in discipline\, presence\, and character development. At the same time\, we reflect on the nuanced adjustments required for film and television. \nThe conversation also delves into the realities of transitioning between mediums: the challenges of being “typecast” within one space\, the opportunities presented by streaming platforms\, and the increasing demand for globally resonant\, culturally specific storytelling. For these artists\, the shift is not just technical—it is deeply personal\, requiring constant reinvention and a commitment to authenticity.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/actors-on-acting/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T193000
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SUMMARY:District 2 Budget Town Hall w/City Manager Jennifer Maguire
DESCRIPTION:Join Councilmember Pamela Campos and City Manager Jennifer Maguire for a Budget Town Hall to learn about the City’s budget\, ask questions\, and share ideas for a more affordable San José. \nDate: Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. \nLocation: Edenvale Branch Library Community Room\, 101 Branham Lane East\, San José\, CA
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/district-2-budget-town-hall-w-city-manager-jennifer-maguire/
LOCATION:Edenvale Branch Library Community Room\, 101 Branham Lane East\, San Jose\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
CREATED:20260409T205022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T205022Z
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SUMMARY:Gautam Kale USA Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gautam Kale of the Mewati Gharana carries forward a rich legacy of Indian classical music.\nA devoted disciple of Pandit Jasraj\, his singing reflects depth\, purity\, and tradition.\nHe will present an evocative Indian classical vocal performance.\nHe will be accompanied on tabla by Pt. Ashis Sengupta. \nOn harmonium\, Shri Sarang Kulkarni will add melodic support.\n\nApril 13\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Lecture Demonstration \nApril 15\n Amherst College – CHI Salon\, Amherst\, MA\n Interactive Session \nApril 16\n Smith College\, Northampton\, MA\n Concert \nApril 17\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 18\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 19\n Indian Academy of Performing Arts\, New Jersey\n Concert \nApril 25\n Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden\, New York\n Workshop & Concert \n⸻ \nMay 2\n Mahadeo Degwekar Foundation\, New Jersey\n Concert \nMay 3\n India Center of Westchester\, New York\n Concert \nMay 30–31\n Ashavari Performing Arts Music Festival\, California\n Concert \n⸻ \nJune 20\n Chicago\, IL\n Concert \nJune 27\n ICMC\, Dallas\, TX\n Concert \nJune 28\n Vedanta Society\, Providence\, RI\n Concert
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/gautam-kale-usa-tour-2026/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Classical Indian Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T190000
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SUMMARY:Southern California Tamil Manram presents Spoorthi Rao in Celluloid Candlelight Concert
DESCRIPTION:The event will feature Airtel Super Singer 2015 winner Spoorthi Rao and ensemble presenting selected gems of tamil film industry in Celluloid Candlelight Concert (CCC) – Spoorthi has made herself a name in the field of music having toured the world\, and has received praise and accolades from some of the finest in the field.   Spoorthi will be supported by Vishwas on Mandolin and Hariharan on Mridangam.  The show will be held at Chinmaya Mission\, Franklin Avenue\, Tustin\, California. For the first time ever this genre is featured as a candlelight concert where LED candles will be enhancing the ambience of the stage – a one of a kind experience for showgoers. Parking is free for attendees – Seating starts at 4 pm with event starting at 4.30 pm – Complimentary tea / biscuits will be available from 3 pm onwards – Dinner will be available from Kovai Kitchens at a nominal cost after the show. Expected to go until 7 pm.  
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/southern-california-tamil-manram-presents-spoorthi-rao-in-celluloid-candlelight-concert/
LOCATION:Chinmaya mission Tustin\, Franklin Avenue\, Tustin\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classical Indian Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T170000
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SUMMARY:OPERA SAN JOSÉ PRESENTS LA TRAVIATA
DESCRIPTION:SAN JOSÉ\, CA (19 March 2026) — Opera San José closes its 2025-26 season devoted to exploring\nthe question of “What is love?” with the quintessential operatic story of all-encompassing passion and\nprofound loss. Offering one of opera’s most enduring love stories\, Verdi’s La Traviata follows the\nglamorous courtesan Violetta as she falls deeply in love with Alfredo—for whom she sacrifices all.\nThis newly envisioned production by director Tara Branham heightens the opera’s social critique\,\nemphasizing the transactional nature of the world Violetta inhabits\, where elegant women are\nbartered as commodities. Set in the fashionable salons of Paris’ demimonde\, this production delves\ninto the heart of glittering 1888 French society and an unacceptable affair that costs the heroine\neverything. Filled with iconic melodies\, breathtaking duets\, and high-stakes drama\, La Traviata has\nenthralled audiences with its emotional depth and stunning music since its premiere 173 years ago.\nFormer Artist-in-Residence Johannes Löhner makes his OSJ principal conducting debut\, while\nOSJ’s Inaugural Artist-in-Residence Director Tara Branham helms this production\, that will include\nthe sweeping grandeur of the era\, with added elements such as Kathak-inspired South Asian\nchoreography in Flora’s lavish Act II party. La Traviata will be performed in Italian with English and\nSpanish supertitles\, April 19 – May 3\, 2026 (performance dates/times below) at the California\nTheatre\, 345 South First Street\, San José. For more information or to purchase tickets ($58–$215\,\nplus $3.50 fee per ticket)\, the public may visit operasj.org or call 408-437-4450 (open Monday\nthrough Friday\, 11:00am–5:30pm).\nSaid Opera San José General Director & CEO Shawna Lucey\, “Verdi’s thrilling masterpiece invites\nus into Violetta’s world—one of intoxicating love\, profound courage\, and devastating sacrifice. It is\ndeeply intimate yet fills the theater with huge emotion and unforgettable music.” Lucey added\,\n“Bringing La Traviata to life at the elegant California Theatre allows us to end this season on a high\nnote of both grandeur and romanticism. We look forward to welcoming audiences for a closing\nproduction that is as emotionally shattering as it is magnificent.”\nLa Traviata will star soprano Mikaya Sager\, who captivated audiences as Nedda in OSJ’s Pagliacci\,\nas the glamorous\, witty\, and fiercely independent courtesan Violetta. She will be joined by former\nOSJ Artist-in-Residence tenor WooYoung Yoon as Alfredo\, her young lover\, following his\nacclaimed 2024 performances as Rodolfo in La Bohème and Tamino in The Magic Flute with OSJ.\nBaritone Kidon Choi\, who impressed audiences as Alfio and Tonio in OSJ’s Cavalleria Rusticana\nand Pagliacci\, will take on the role of Alfredo’s dignified and traditional father\, Germont. OSJ Artist-\nin-Residence mezzo-soprano Joanne Evans will portray Violetta’s friend and fellow courtesan Flora\,\nwhile OSJ Artist-in-Residence soprano Nicole Koh will play Annina\, Violetta’s devoted maid and\nconfidante. Tenor Benjamin Ruiz will appear as the lively young nobleman Gastone (and Alfredo on\nMarch 3)\, and baritone Robert Balonek will portray Baron Douphol\, the wealthy and possessive\nsuitor who vies for Violetta’s attention. The calm and compassionate Doctor Grenvil will be played\nby baritone Joseph Calzada. Rounding out the cast\, baritone Michael Jesse Kuo will take on the\nrole of Marquis d’Obigny\, a member of Violetta’s Parisian social circle\, and tenor Nicolas Vasquez-\nGerst will appear as Violetta’s attendant Giuseppe (and Gastone on March 3).\nThe chorus ensemble is comprised of Chris Abadia\, Rachel Beninghof\, Aro Cherry\, Ethan Chu\,\nGabe Frank\, Nicolas Vasquez-Gerst\, Danielle Imai\, Hana Jung\, Brennah Kemmerly\, Anicia\nMadali\, Victoria McDowell\, Pravesh Mehra\, Eric Mellum\, Nicholas Molle\, Fallon Nunes\,\nJoshua Porter\, and Luis Tuyub. The dancers and supernumeraries include Suhani Arora\, Antara\nBhardwaj\, Jim Ballard\, Alaniz Barnill\, Tracy Fuller\, Laiy Joshi\, Kaya Kaya\, and Larry Kern.\nThe creative team for La Traviata includes Tara Branham (Director)\, Johannes Löhner\n(Conductor)\, Noah Lindquist (Assistant Conductor & Chorus Master)\, Mark Anthony Vallejo\n(Assistant Director)\, Eric Flatmo (original Set Designer)\, Mitchell Ost (Lighting Designer)\,\nChristina Martin (Hair and Makeup)\, Betty Poindexter (original Costume Designer)\, Antara\nBhardwaj (Choreographer) and Dave Maier (Fight Choreographer).\nLa Traviata\, composed by Giuseppe Verdi\, with libretto by Francesco Maria Piave based on\nAlexandre Dumas fils’ novel La Dame aux Camélias\, premiered on March 6\, 1853\, at Venice’s\nTeatro La Fenice. Initially greeted with mixed reactions due to its contemporary setting and\nunconventional heroine\, over time it became one of Verdi’s most beloved works. Filled with\nmemorable arias\, emotional duets\, and dramatic tension\, the opera continues to captivate audiences\nworldwide and remains a staple of the operatic repertoire.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/opera-san-jose-presents-la-traviata/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
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SUMMARY:Gautam Kale USA Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gautam Kale of the Mewati Gharana carries forward a rich legacy of Indian classical music.\nA devoted disciple of Pandit Jasraj\, his singing reflects depth\, purity\, and tradition.\nHe will present an evocative Indian classical vocal performance.\nHe will be accompanied on tabla by Pt. Ashis Sengupta. \nOn harmonium\, Shri Sarang Kulkarni will add melodic support.\n\nApril 13\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Lecture Demonstration \nApril 15\n Amherst College – CHI Salon\, Amherst\, MA\n Interactive Session \nApril 16\n Smith College\, Northampton\, MA\n Concert \nApril 17\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 18\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 19\n Indian Academy of Performing Arts\, New Jersey\n Concert \nApril 25\n Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden\, New York\n Workshop & Concert \n⸻ \nMay 2\n Mahadeo Degwekar Foundation\, New Jersey\n Concert \nMay 3\n India Center of Westchester\, New York\n Concert \nMay 30–31\n Ashavari Performing Arts Music Festival\, California\n Concert \n⸻ \nJune 20\n Chicago\, IL\n Concert \nJune 27\n ICMC\, Dallas\, TX\n Concert \nJune 28\n Vedanta Society\, Providence\, RI\n Concert
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/gautam-kale-usa-tour-2026/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Classical Indian Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
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SUMMARY:India's Baisakhi & Spring Festivals in California
DESCRIPTION:  \nCelebrate Baisakhi with an Indian Spring Fest in California \nImmerse yourself in the vibrant culture of India right here in California as we celebrate Baisakhi\, a traditional Indian spring festival. This event\, named “India’s Baisakhi & Spring Festivals in California”\, will take place on the 18th of April\, 2026. Expect an exhilarating blend of music\, singing\, dance\, and a spectacular fashion show\, all spiced with a touch of Hindi culture. Brought to you by the Merysahely Kitty Groupe (nazbeautysalon)\, the day promises to be a colorful celebration of Indian traditions\, echoing with the enchanting sounds of Hindi music. \nRevel In the Absence of an Artist \nThe magic of this event lies in its communal spirit\, where every participant becomes an artist. Though we do not have a specific artist headlining the event\, the spotlight is reserved for the vibrant attendees. Each participant\, through their lively interactions\, singing\, dancing\, and fashion displays\, contributes to the unique tapestry of cultures\, making each one of them the artist of the day. \nExperience the Grandeur at Aria University USA \nThe event will be held at the prestigious Aria University in Milpitas\, California. Situated at 1521 California Cir\, the university provides a safe and accessible venue for all attendees. California\, being a multicultural state\, is the perfect backdrop for an event that celebrates cultural diversity. The area is peppered with several Indian restaurants\, adding to the authentic Indian experience. Parking is available and public transportation is conveniently accessible\, ensuring a hassle-free commute to the event.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/indias-baisakhi-spring-festivals-in-california/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
CREATED:20260408T182930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T182930Z
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SUMMARY:Baithaks for Liberation
DESCRIPTION:Baithaks for Liberation is a virtual conversation series hosted by HfHR\, providing a space for critical discussions and exploration of what it would mean to construct a truly liberatory and justice-oriented Hinduism. This series will bring together scholars\, practitioners\, and activists to explore how Hindu traditions and teachings can offer insights on pressing issues\, including caste abolition\, queer and feminist liberation\, racial justice\, and more. \nReserve your spot now to engage with these leading voices and be a part of this vital conversation on  Saturday\, April 18 at 12 PM ET / 9 AM PT for our baithak of the month.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/baithaks-for-liberation/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Hinduism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T230000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
CREATED:20260409T170316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T170316Z
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SUMMARY:April 2026 Baithak: Hinduism Today- Where Do We Go From Here?
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nNamaste\, \nYou are invited to join Hindus for Human Rights on Saturday\, April 18 at 12 PM ET / 9 AM PT for our baithak of the month. \n  \nThis time\, we’ll be in conversation with Rajmohan Gandhi on his new book\, Do You Know Your Hinduism? Notes for Modern-Day Hindus (Aleph Book Company\, 2026)\, moderated by our own Sunita Viswanath. \n  \nWhat it means to be Hindu today-and what Hinduism asks of us in a world shaped by rancor and resentment- remains an urgent question. This baithak approaches Hinduism not as a fixed identity\, but as an evolving ethical and spiritual tradition. At a time when religion is often mobilized in the service of power\, we will ask how Hinduism might still speak meaningfully to contemporary concerns: war\, nationalism\, justice\, and coexistence. \n  \nTogether\, we’ll explore Hinduism not simply as inheritance\, but as something to be consciously interpreted and lived- drawing on its resources to confront violence and inequality\, while also asking where it must be questioned or reimagined. \n  \nJoin us for a conversation that brings together reflection\, critique\, and dialogue to ask: Where do we go from here? \n  \nOur Guest-  \n  \nRajmohanji is a distinguished historian\, biographer\, and public intellectual whose work engages deeply with questions of democracy\, nonviolence\, and interfaith understanding. A former member of the Rajya Sabha\, he has taught politics and history at institutions including the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign\, IIT-Gandhinagar\, IIT-Bombay\, and Michigan State University.  \nThe grandson of Mahatma Gandhi and C. Rajagopalachari\, his writing reflects a lifelong engagement with the ethical and political challenges of modern India. He is the author of several acclaimed works\, including biographies of Gandhi\, Sardar Patel\, and Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan. He is an HfHR advisory board member.  \n  \nAbout the series: \n  \nBaithaks for Liberation is a virtual conversation series hosted by HfHR\, providing a space for critical discussions and exploration of what it would mean to construct a truly liberatory and justice-oriented Hinduism. This series will bring together scholars\, practitioners\, and activists to explore how Hindu traditions and teachings can offer insights on pressing issues\, including caste abolition\, queer and feminist liberation\, racial justice\, and more. \n  \nReserve your spot now to engage with these leading voices and be a part of this vital conversation! Click below to register for this powerful session on Zoom: \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nAnd if you haven’t already\, please do consider becoming an official member of Hindus for Human Rights! In addition to helping us grow a movement of progressive Hindus challenging caste and Hindutva in the diaspora\, HfHR members also receive a number of special members-only perks\, including our Liberation Theology Working Group’s “Chhota Baithak” series of discussion calls\, held one week after each month’s baithak webinar as a space for members to gather virtually and discuss the topics covered in the baithak! \n  \nIf you sign up today\, you will be in the running to win a free copy of Anantji’s book! 
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/april-2026-baithak-hinduism-today-where-do-we-go-from-here/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
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SUMMARY:Help Clean Our Trails! Earth Day Cleanup with District 2 team
DESCRIPTION:Join the District 2 Office for a community cleanup commemorating Earth Day and the Great American Litter Pick Up. We’ll be cleaning Xanders Crossing\, the ARCO Cloverleaf\, and the Highway 101 pedestrian bridge. Help us ensure our local trails are clean\, safe\, and welcoming for everyone! \nDate: Saturday\, April 18\, 2026 \nTime: 9:00 to 11 a.m. \nLocation: Lowe’s Home Improvement\, Parking Lot\, 5550 Cottle Rd\, San José\, CA 95123
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/help-clean-our-trails-earth-day-cleanup-with-district-2-team/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
CREATED:20260409T205022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T205022Z
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SUMMARY:Gautam Kale USA Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gautam Kale of the Mewati Gharana carries forward a rich legacy of Indian classical music.\nA devoted disciple of Pandit Jasraj\, his singing reflects depth\, purity\, and tradition.\nHe will present an evocative Indian classical vocal performance.\nHe will be accompanied on tabla by Pt. Ashis Sengupta. \nOn harmonium\, Shri Sarang Kulkarni will add melodic support.\n\nApril 13\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Lecture Demonstration \nApril 15\n Amherst College – CHI Salon\, Amherst\, MA\n Interactive Session \nApril 16\n Smith College\, Northampton\, MA\n Concert \nApril 17\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 18\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 19\n Indian Academy of Performing Arts\, New Jersey\n Concert \nApril 25\n Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden\, New York\n Workshop & Concert \n⸻ \nMay 2\n Mahadeo Degwekar Foundation\, New Jersey\n Concert \nMay 3\n India Center of Westchester\, New York\n Concert \nMay 30–31\n Ashavari Performing Arts Music Festival\, California\n Concert \n⸻ \nJune 20\n Chicago\, IL\n Concert \nJune 27\n ICMC\, Dallas\, TX\n Concert \nJune 28\n Vedanta Society\, Providence\, RI\n Concert
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/gautam-kale-usa-tour-2026/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Classical Indian Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T205022Z
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SUMMARY:Gautam Kale USA Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gautam Kale of the Mewati Gharana carries forward a rich legacy of Indian classical music.\nA devoted disciple of Pandit Jasraj\, his singing reflects depth\, purity\, and tradition.\nHe will present an evocative Indian classical vocal performance.\nHe will be accompanied on tabla by Pt. Ashis Sengupta. \nOn harmonium\, Shri Sarang Kulkarni will add melodic support.\n\nApril 13\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Lecture Demonstration \nApril 15\n Amherst College – CHI Salon\, Amherst\, MA\n Interactive Session \nApril 16\n Smith College\, Northampton\, MA\n Concert \nApril 17\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 18\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 19\n Indian Academy of Performing Arts\, New Jersey\n Concert \nApril 25\n Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden\, New York\n Workshop & Concert \n⸻ \nMay 2\n Mahadeo Degwekar Foundation\, New Jersey\n Concert \nMay 3\n India Center of Westchester\, New York\n Concert \nMay 30–31\n Ashavari Performing Arts Music Festival\, California\n Concert \n⸻ \nJune 20\n Chicago\, IL\n Concert \nJune 27\n ICMC\, Dallas\, TX\n Concert \nJune 28\n Vedanta Society\, Providence\, RI\n Concert
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/gautam-kale-usa-tour-2026/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Classical Indian Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
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SUMMARY:A Conversation between Historians on Partition and Memory
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \nJoin historian Madihah Akhter for an engaging dialogue with Executive Director Anna Toledano on the power of oral history. Together\, they will explore personal stories within the 10\,000 Memories exhibition and discuss how we preserve lived experiences for future generations. \nAbout the Program\nIn this conversation-style program\, Dr. Akhter takes us behind-the-scenes of how historians collect\, record\, and interpret the memories of those who lived through South Asia’s independence and displacement. She and Dr. Toledano will discuss the delicate process of capturing memories decades after the fact and the profound role these personal voices play in shaping the South Asian diaspora today. Whether you have family roots in the Partition Archive or are discovering this history for the first time\, join us to explore how individual voices help us navigate one of the most significant events of the 20th century. \nMadihah Akhter received her PhD in History from Stanford University and has over 15 years of experience teaching modern South Asian history. Her work emphasizes multiple perspectives on Partition—from personal stories to political contexts—and has been supported by a Fulbright Doctoral Fellowship. \nAnna Toledano holds a PhD in the History of Science from Stanford\, an MA in Museum Anthropology from Columbia\, and an AB in History of Science from Princeton.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/a-conversation-between-historians-on-partition-and-memory/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
CREATED:20260409T205022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T205022Z
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SUMMARY:Gautam Kale USA Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gautam Kale of the Mewati Gharana carries forward a rich legacy of Indian classical music.\nA devoted disciple of Pandit Jasraj\, his singing reflects depth\, purity\, and tradition.\nHe will present an evocative Indian classical vocal performance.\nHe will be accompanied on tabla by Pt. Ashis Sengupta. \nOn harmonium\, Shri Sarang Kulkarni will add melodic support.\n\nApril 13\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Lecture Demonstration \nApril 15\n Amherst College – CHI Salon\, Amherst\, MA\n Interactive Session \nApril 16\n Smith College\, Northampton\, MA\n Concert \nApril 17\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 18\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 19\n Indian Academy of Performing Arts\, New Jersey\n Concert \nApril 25\n Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden\, New York\n Workshop & Concert \n⸻ \nMay 2\n Mahadeo Degwekar Foundation\, New Jersey\n Concert \nMay 3\n India Center of Westchester\, New York\n Concert \nMay 30–31\n Ashavari Performing Arts Music Festival\, California\n Concert \n⸻ \nJune 20\n Chicago\, IL\n Concert \nJune 27\n ICMC\, Dallas\, TX\n Concert \nJune 28\n Vedanta Society\, Providence\, RI\n Concert
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/gautam-kale-usa-tour-2026/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Classical Indian Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
CREATED:20260304T184616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T184616Z
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SUMMARY:Dhoom Presents: Dil Se Rave
DESCRIPTION:  \nDesi EDM | LIVE Performances | Face Painting | Jewellery | Pop-Ups | Food \nDhoom is RETURNING to serve you a bigger setting and a new sound with every\nfollowing event in 2026! We have re-imagined what it means for the South Asian\ndiaspora to come together over shared love of food and music. And this time\, we are\nexcited to partner with SF’s own Lychy Jelly to present to you an evolving desi fusion\nsoundscape- & Dil Se Rave \nDil Se Rave is a one of a kind music experience where the timeless desi melodies we\nall love collide with the best of global electronic music. Expect your favorite desi tunes\nand pop anthems reimagined with house and EDM vibes\, music that’ll make you dance\,\nsing\, and maybe even\ntear up a little. \n$15/$18 Presale/Early bird with code | $20 Gen Admission | Limited Door Tickets \nTheme: ‘We Unite With Music’\nIn a world full of division\, we imagine a future where EVERYONE can unite to celebrate\nSouth Asian culture\, regardless of race or orientation with MUSIC! We have been siloed\naway for far too long. Rest assured – we will still maintain ‘Dhoom Presents’ as a Queer\nproduction at heart\,\nplatforming a variety of artists from our community. Allies and folks of other backgrounds\nare all\nwelcome! \nTrans/NB/GNC folks will enter FREE! Please email dhoompartysf@gmail.com for\nguestlist. \nFinancial hardship requests will be accepted via email as well. \n✨Pull up in your COLORFUL RAVER FUSION best – rep the beauty of South Asia + its\nglobal\ndiaspora!✨ \nWe’ll be serving up a SICKENING Variety Show of performances! Showtime is at 5pm\nsharp – \nDO NOT MISS! \nThe Midway is 21+ for all events. Please bring a valid ID.
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/dhoom-presents-dil-se-rave/
LOCATION:The Midway\, 900 Marin Street\, San Francisco\, 94124\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075721
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SUMMARY:Gautam Kale USA Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gautam Kale of the Mewati Gharana carries forward a rich legacy of Indian classical music.\nA devoted disciple of Pandit Jasraj\, his singing reflects depth\, purity\, and tradition.\nHe will present an evocative Indian classical vocal performance.\nHe will be accompanied on tabla by Pt. Ashis Sengupta. \nOn harmonium\, Shri Sarang Kulkarni will add melodic support.\n\nApril 13\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Lecture Demonstration \nApril 15\n Amherst College – CHI Salon\, Amherst\, MA\n Interactive Session \nApril 16\n Smith College\, Northampton\, MA\n Concert \nApril 17\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 18\n Mount Holyoke College\, South Hadley\, MA\n Concert \nApril 19\n Indian Academy of Performing Arts\, New Jersey\n Concert \nApril 25\n Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden\, New York\n Workshop & Concert \n⸻ \nMay 2\n Mahadeo Degwekar Foundation\, New Jersey\n Concert \nMay 3\n India Center of Westchester\, New York\n Concert \nMay 30–31\n Ashavari Performing Arts Music Festival\, California\n Concert \n⸻ \nJune 20\n Chicago\, IL\n Concert \nJune 27\n ICMC\, Dallas\, TX\n Concert \nJune 28\n Vedanta Society\, Providence\, RI\n Concert
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/gautam-kale-usa-tour-2026/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Classical Indian Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075722
CREATED:20260406T213429Z
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SUMMARY:India Currents Unscripted: Caregiving in Our Own Homes
DESCRIPTION:As India Currents begins work on a new series focused on aging in the Indian immigrant community\, we’re starting from a place that’s deeply personal: our own homes. \nIn this special conversation\, members of our team: Vandana Kumar\, Meera Kymal\, Snigdha Sen and Nandita Bose share their real experiences of caregiving: navigating uncertainty\, balancing work and responsibility\, making decisions without a roadmap\, and holding space for loved ones while figuring things out themselves. \nModerated by Anjana Nagarajan-Butaney. \nIt’s an honest\, behind-the-scenes conversation about what caregiving actually looks like. \nWe invite you as we open up\, reflect\, and begin shaping a larger conversation. \nReserve your spot now!!
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/india-currents-unscripted-caregiving-in-our-own-homes/
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:Journalism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075722
CREATED:20260403T203656Z
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SUMMARY:GLOBAL MASHUP: Brooklyn World Wide Comes to Queens
DESCRIPTION:Flushing Town Hall welcomes our Brooklyn neighbors from the Jalopy Theatre for a night of explosive musical fusion! Join us for our GLOBAL MASHUP: Brooklyn World Wide Comes to Queens\, a one-of-a-kind concert experience that breaks down borders and builds community through rhythm. \nThe night kicks off with an interactive dance lesson to get everyone on their feet. Then\, two incredible bands from opposite ends of the hemisphere will take the stage. First\, experience the electrifying sets from Guachinangos and Shiva Lakhan\, each performing their own blend of global music. Then\, witness the magic of the finale as the artists come together for a spontaneous\, genre-defying mashup jam session. \nFEATURING \nGuachinangos \nHailing from Latin America\, Guachinangos delivers a high-energy fusion of Mexican son jarocho with Colombian cumbia and other Afro-Latin rhythms like champeta. Described as “folk fusion from another dimension\,” their mix of traditional and electric instrumentation creates an irresistible swing that turns every show into a dance party and a community gathering. With electrifying stage energy\, they invite you to feel the rhythm and move your body. \n  \nShiva Lakhan  \n\nBorn in Trinidad and Tobago\, Shiva Lakhan is a versatile and award-winning Indo-Caribbean recording artist who transcends musical boundaries. A master of chutney\, bhajans\, and Indian classical songs\, Lakhan captivates audiences with his distinctive style and powerful performances. His decades-long career is studded with major victories\, including winning Trinidad’s Mastana Bahar in 1999\, capturing the International Chutney Soca Monarch title in the USA in 2006\, winning the Indo Muqabla competition in Trinidad in 2012\, and most recently claiming the Trinidad Nationwide Independence Classical Competition in 2019. \n\nDon’t miss this unforgettable night of global rhythms\, cross-cultural collaboration\, and pure joy.   \nAbout Brooklyn World Wide and the Jalopy Theatre \nBrooklyn World Wide\,  \na two-day celebration of the music and culture of the diverse immigrant communities of New York City\, is presented by Brooklyn’s Jalopy Theatre. Through dance\, music\, workshops\, and lectures\, this Festival presents an array of international and diasporic musical traditions extant in NYC\, exploring how they are sustained and evolve within the various enclaves of the city. The Festival has presented Iraqi maqam\, Georgian harmonies\, Korean percussion\, Haitian Folk\, traditional Chinese music\, Son Huasteca\, Guinean Afro-Jazz\, and more!
URL:https://indiacurrents.com/event/global-mashup-brooklyn-world-wide-comes-to-queens/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T075722
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SUMMARY:The 17th Annual Birthday Tribute to Maestro Ali Akbar Khan
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 17th Annual Birthday Tribute to Maestro Ali Akbar Khan features two powerful ensembles honoring the late Maestro’s legacy. \nLed by Alam Khan\, the evening’s featured performance brings together a chamber ensemble of some of the Bay Area’s foremost exponents of Maestro Ali Akbar Khan’s legacy and the Maihar Gharana — his sons Alam and Manik Khan (Sarod) alongside disciple Arjun Verma (Sitar) — joined by Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri (Tabla)\, Khansahib’s trusted accompanist from 1981 until the end of his performance career. \nThe evening opens with the vibrant energy of the AACM Tabla Ensemble\, composed and directed by Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri — one of the greatest Tabla masters in the world\, whose knowledge and virtuosity have guided tabla students at the Ali Akbar College of Music for more than 44 years. \nA joyful evening of tradition\, improvisation\, and the living spirit of Khansahib’s music. \nPlease Note: Donor discount applied at checkout. Interested in donating? Click here. \nPremium Advance Tickets: $64.00; Premium Day of Show Tickets: $69.00 \nGeneral Admission Advance Tickets: $44.00; General Admission Day of Show Tickets: $49.00 \n(includes all fees) \nDoors: 6:00 PM; Show: 7:00 PM \nThis show is part of our Indian Classical Flex Pass. Purchase tickets to three or more of the included shows and you will automatically receive $5 off each show at check out. \n 
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SUMMARY:Managing the Emotional Impact of Cancer in the South Asian context
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SUMMARY:Violinist Arun Ramamurthi\, Percussionist Nirmal Narayan and Tabla Player Vivek Chellappa Provide Unique Twist on Indian Classical Music
DESCRIPTION:(Sierra Madre\, CA – February 27\, 2026) Sierra Madre Playhouse deepens its connection to Indian classical traditions with a program featuring violinist Arun Ramamurthi\, percussionist Nirmal Narayan\, and tabla master Vivek Chellappa performing music rooted in both south Indian Carnatic tradition and north Indian Hindustani practices on Saturday\, April 4\, 2026\, 4:00 PM\, at the historic venue.\n \nThe concert includes classical ragas that begin with extended melodic development (alap)\, move into rhythmic composition (gat)\, and culminate in energetic improvisation and interplay. The artists\, steeped in tradition and deeply respectful of the classical forms – while also skilled across a range of other musical genres – bring to life the subtle world of Indian classical music with its microtonal inflections\, shifting moods\, and spontaneous responses between players\, infusing it with creative openness. \n  \nRamamurthi\, who is noted for merging rigorous classical technique with improvisational breadth\, studied under the celebrated violinist brothers Sri Mysore Nagaraj and Dr. Mysore Manjunath\, the distinguished violinist Sri Ananthakrishnan\, and Western classical violinist Jim Mate.  \nNarayan\, a disciple of the eminent mridangam maestro Umayalpuram K. Sivaraman\, is recognized for his virtuosity in rhythmic accompaniment and deep commitment to the classical idiom of Indian rhythm. \nChellappa began studying mridangam\, an ancient double-sided\, South Indian barrel drum\, at age six\, under Sri R. Kannan\, who hails from the style of Sri Palani Subramania Pillai. He was also taught by Sri Anoor Dattatreya Sharama of Bangalore\, Sri Srinath Bala of Jayamangala\, and Kalaimamani Guruvayur Sri Dorai. \nFor tickets ($12-$35) and information\, please call 626.355.4318 or visit www.sierramadreplayhouse.org. Sierra Madre Playhouseis located at 87 West Sierra Madre Boulevard\, Sierra Madre\, CA 91024. \n  \nABOUT SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE \nSierra Madre Playhouse\, a vibrant Southern California cultural hub with a rich history spanning a century\, energizes audiences and the community with distinctive theatrical productions and captivating live performances. Hailed as a “jewel” (Pasadena Weekly) and “a landmark theater” (ABC7 Los Angeles)\, the performing arts center has garnered tremendous accolades for its varied repertoire and thought-provoking education and outreach programs curated with social impact in mind. The Los Angeles Times proclaims\, “This is theater from the heart.” As one of San Gabriel Valley’s only performing arts centers presenting a broad spectrum of performance genres\, including theater\, music\, dance\, film\, comedy\, and family-friendly productions featuring eminent local and national professional artists\, the treasured artistic beacon draws audiences from across the Southland. The intimate 99-seat Sierra Madre Playhouse offers an up-close and personal connection to performances that resonate deeply\, earning multiple Ovation Awards\, NAACP Awards\, and LA Times Critics’ Choice honors. It is nestled into a historic building on the inviting Main Street of Sierra Madre\, a charming village in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Retaining its distinctive movie theater façade and instantly recognizable marquee\, the structure has undergone numerous transformations since opening in 1910\, from furniture emporium to silent movie theater to the artistic institution that now stands as a vibrant embodiment of the region’s rich cultural legacy. The Sierra Madre Playhouse fosters creativity that aspires to bridge divides and spark dialogue\, all while celebrating the rich tapestry of the American experience and the enduring pursuit of shared understanding.  \n  \n  \nEDITORS\, PLEASE NOTE: \n  \nWHAT: \nSierra Madre Playhouse Presents Hindustani Music @ the Playhouse: Ramamurthi\, Narayan\, and Chellappa \n  \nARTISTS:\nArun Ramamurthi\, violin \nNirmal Narayan\, percussion \nVivek Chellappa\, tabla\, harmonium or melodic accompaniment \n  \nPROGRAM: \nHindustani music\n \nWHEN:\nSaturday\, April 4\, 4:00 PM\n \nWHERE: \nSierra Madre Playhouse\n87 West Sierra Madre Boulevard\n Sierra Madre\, CA 91024 \n  \nTICKETS AND INFORMATION: \n$12-$35 \n \n(626) 355-4318 \nwww.sierramadreplayhouse.org
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