About Us

Abhinaya Tharangini, meaning “waves of expressions,” embodies the essence of the expressive Kuchipudi dance form. Founded in 2007, Abhinaya Tharangini Academy has been dedicated to sharing aesthetic  beauty of Kuchipudi with the Indian diaspora and beyond, using dance as a therapeutic tool for students’ development, and encouraging the academic pursuit and preservation of the art form.

The academy, based in Ashburn, VA, offers a comprehensive, curriculum-based instruction in both the theoretical and practical aspects of Kuchipudi dance. It also provides specialized instruction for a Certificate in Kuchipudi dance. In addition, students receive intensive training in preparation for their Rangapravesham (solo debut). Students are also given numerous performance opportunities at prestigious venues such as the Kennedy Center, Wolf Trap, the Embassy of India, the Freer Gallery of Art, Fiesta Asia DC, Cherry Blossom DC, and various dance festivals in the DMV area..    More..

Classes

Skill Based Classes
  • Weekly classes are offered to students at beginner, intermediate, and advanced skill levels. 
  • The classes are smaller in size, emphasizing individual attention. 
  • New batches begin in September of each year.
Certificate in Kuchipudi Dance
  • Academy is affiliated with SAMPADA (Silicon Andhra Music, Performing Arts and Dance Academy, CA), and provides instruction for Certificate in Kuchipudi dance.
  • To date, academy is awarded with 51 Junior and 19 Senior Certifications in Kuchipudi Dance.   More….
Rangapravesham
  • Rangapravesham refers to a dancer’s formal solo debut performance, marking their initiation into the professional world of dance, as a performer. 
  • Students receive intensive training in preparation for their Rangapravesham.  More..

Upcoming Events

Cherry Blossom Festival, Tidal Basin DC - March 23 @12pm
Celebrating Ugadi through Dance - March 29
Celebrating Holi with Dance April 5
DMV Dhayana Maha Chakram Meditation & Dance - April 26