Kala Samaagam: Community Celebration

Kala Samaagam: Community Celebration

ArtsWestchesterWhite Plains, NY
Saturday, May 2  •  11 AM - 4 PM
Overview

An immersive celebration that honors the rich cultural and artistic traditions of South India.

Registration: FREE to ALL , registration is strongly encouraged

Immerse yourself in a confluence of music, dance and artistic tradition from South India. This family-friendly program invites audiences of all backgrounds to experience and learn together.


11AM-1PM | INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS, ages 5-14

Designed for children ages 5-14 and their parents/guardians—but open to all—these workshop sessions offer an accessible introduction to South Indian arts:

  • Arts & Crafts – Create geometric mandala designs, flower garlands, kathakali masks and more! (11am-3pm, ongoing)
  • Rhythm – Learn to recite rhythmic drum syllables while keeping tala (meter) with your hands and body. (11:30am & 12:15pm)
  • Bharatanatyam Basics – Explore expressive storytelling and rhythmic footwork. (11:30am & 12:15pm)


1-3:30PM | CULTURAL PROGRAM, all ages

Experience the vibrant richness of South Indian music and dance in this dynamic showcase. The program brings together folk, classical, and devotional traditions, featuring nearly a dozen dance styles, as well as performances by vocalists, instrumentalists, and powerful drumming ensembles.


1-2PM | SOUTH INDIAN FEAST, all ages

Try delicious regional dishes across South India. *Food sold separately – as supplies last.

An immersive celebration that honors the rich cultural and artistic traditions of South India.

Registration: FREE to ALL , registration is strongly encouraged

Immerse yourself in a confluence of music, dance and artistic tradition from South India. This family-friendly program invites audiences of all backgrounds to experience and learn together.


11AM-1PM | INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS, ages 5-14

Designed for children ages 5-14 and their parents/guardians—but open to all—these workshop sessions offer an accessible introduction to South Indian arts:

  • Arts & Crafts – Create geometric mandala designs, flower garlands, kathakali masks and more! (11am-3pm, ongoing)
  • Rhythm – Learn to recite rhythmic drum syllables while keeping tala (meter) with your hands and body. (11:30am & 12:15pm)
  • Bharatanatyam Basics – Explore expressive storytelling and rhythmic footwork. (11:30am & 12:15pm)


1-3:30PM | CULTURAL PROGRAM, all ages

Experience the vibrant richness of South Indian music and dance in this dynamic showcase. The program brings together folk, classical, and devotional traditions, featuring nearly a dozen dance styles, as well as performances by vocalists, instrumentalists, and powerful drumming ensembles.


1-2PM | SOUTH INDIAN FEAST, all ages

Try delicious regional dishes across South India. *Food sold separately – as supplies last.

Other Kala Samaagam events:

Friday, May 1 | An Evening of Carnatic Flute & Voice Feat. Shashank Subramanyam and Abhishek Raghuram
7:30PM
Ticekts can be reserved here

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Highlights

  • 5 hours
  • under 14 with parent or legal guardian
  • In person
  • Paid parking
  • Doors at 11AM

Location

ArtsWestchester

31 Mamaroneck Avenue

White Plains, NY 10601

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