Oneness - The Blossoming

A celebration of unity and our shared humanity.
In a time when the world feels more divided than ever, "Oneness - The Blossoming" reminds us of what connects us. Rooted in the spirit of spring — a season of hope, growth, and renewal — this powerful dance-theater production brings together six Indian classical dance forms in a vibrant artistic collaboration.
Through this coming together of dance traditions, artists, and communities, Oneness celebrates diversity, empathy, and the deep human connection we all share. It is a testament to what becomes possible when we create with harmony, intention, and collective purpose.

The Oneness Collective

Spring’s arrival—a time of hope, joy, color, and merriment—is a traditional cornerstone of Indian poetry and dance, but its vibrant emotions are known worldwide. This universal feeling fuels the core theme of "Oneness - The Blossoming", a powerful production celebrating our shared human connections.
The Oneness Collective was formed to bring this message of universal peace, love, and hope to life. This unique production is the result of a powerful collaboration featuring a stunning ensemble of seven Indian classical dance exponents - Mousumi Bose, Madhuri Kishore, Deepa Mahadevan, Niharika Mohanty, Chandreyee Mukherjee, Bindu Pratap, and Anupama Srivastava - masters of six diverse traditional styles: Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, Mohiniattam, and Odissi, alongside their companies - Manipuri Ensemble of Bay Area, Madhuri Kishore School of Kuchipudi, Tiruchitrambalam, Guru Shradha, Nritanjali Dance Academy and InSyncKathak Dance School.

Artist Biographies

Anupama Srivastava

Anupama Srivastava is a senior disciple of legendary Kathak Guru Padmashri Shovana Narayan. As the Founder and Artistic Director of InSyncKathak Dance School, a premier institution committed to excellence in Kathak, she has brought the elegance of Kathak to world-renowned stages including Carnegie Hall, San Francisco International Arts Festival and New York Kathak Festival. Under Anupama’s visionary leadership, InSyncKathak has earned national recognition and critical acclaim for its high-caliber training and powerful stage presentations. InSyncKathak proudly celebrates its four students honored as National YoungArts awardees in the World Dance discipline.

Niharika Mohanty

A preeminent disciple of the legendary Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, Niharika Mohanty is a distinguished Odissi dancer, teacher, and choreographer who has performed extensively across North America and in India. As the founder of Guru Shradha, she meticulously preserves her mentor’s stylistic excellence. An MA in Dance and a recipient of numerous awards, Niharika is also a celebrated Mosaic Fellow. She is deeply committed to cross-cultural collaborations to build community and expand the reach of classical Odissi.

Madhuri Kishore

Guru Smt. Madhuri Kishore, renowned Kuchipudi dancer, choreographer, and artistic director of the Madhuri Kishore School of Kuchipudi, blends tradition with innovation. Her acclaimed ballets and collaborations expand Kuchipudi’s reach. Honored with prestigious awards, she nurtures future artists, with students excelling at leading festivals, affirming her global cultural impact.

Deepa Mahadevan

Dr. Deepa Mahadevan has been a Bharatanatyam dance instructor and dancer for over 30 years with 700 solo performances and over 100 group ensemble works. She completed her PhD in Performance Studies from UC Davis. She is the founder and director of her dance school, Tiruchitrambalam and the executive director of an art education non-profit, Matrusena.

Bindu Pratap

Nritanjali Dance Academy, founded in 2006 by Smt. Bindu Pratap, trains students in Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam with discipline and devotion. An accomplished dancer, choreographer, and teacher, Bindu’s work has been featured at prestigious festivals and productions. The academy also offers university-accredited programs, fostering cultural appreciation and artistic excellence in the community.

Mousumi Bose and Chandreyee Mukherjee

Manipuri is presented by the Manipuri Ensemble of Bay Area, a collaboration of senior and independent dancers, under the artistic leadership of Mousumi Bose, co-founder of the Indian classical dance company TaalSutra, and Chandreyee Mukherjee, founder of Kriti Manipuri Dance Creations— Bay Area’s first Manipuri dance group. Both Chandreyee and Mousumi are extensively trained in Manipuri and Odissi classical dance. Passionate about blending tradition with innovation and fresh artistic perspectives, they aim to promote Indian classical dance through creative collaborations.