Mike Lukshis
​Classical tabla soloist and accompanist Mike Lukshis has established himself as a leading tabla performer and educator in the NYC area. He is regularly sought after for his kathak accompaniment by artists across the US. With 20 years of direct, gurukul style training by Guruji, Mike is continuously imbued with the living tradition of tabla. Through his ongoing tutelage, Guruji has been preparing Mike to carry forward the Delhi and Ajrada gharanas, or schools, of tabla to future generations. He is a lead performer of several groups such as contemporary classical tabla ensemble Talavya, Pradhanica Dance and Music Company, and the experimental electronic trio TablaTun. As well, he is an executive board member for non-profit organizations Taalim Foundation and Anga Kala Dance Company.

Peter Basil Bogdanos
​New York-based percussionist/drummer with 20 years of experience. Worked with Digable Planets, Zhane, Bobby Previte, Orlando Marin, Annabouboula, Ronnie Spector, and more. Notable in flamenco, performing with NYC's major figures and touring with Noche Flamenco. Curates Flamenco lineup at SALA ASTORIA. Currently based in the Hudson Valley.

Kamal Sabri
Kamal Sabri carries his family’s musical tradition forward to a seventh generation. He absorbed the rich Senia sarangi gharana from his father, esteemed Moradabad master Ustad Sabri Khan, and rigorous early training saw him gain respect for mature accompaniment slots with eminent Hindustani singers. He has represented the sarangi in the ‘Art of the Bow’ Festival in Geneva, as well as recording for the BBC and working with varied musicians including Ustad Zakir Hussain and as saxophonist Jan Garbarek.
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Sahasra Sambamoorthi
Sahasra Sambamoorthi's passion aligns accordingly with Sridhar's; to reignite the fire of the South Asian performing arts within the US. Sahasra's knowledge started from her carnatic violin training at 5 under Smt Ranjini Swamy and Bharatanatyam training at the late age of nine – she debuted with her arangetram only four short years later and performing in India at prestigious venues such as the Krishna Gana Sabha and the Kartik Fine Arts in Madras 2 short years after that under the smart and able guidance of guru Smt. Kalaimamani Ramya Ramnarayan.
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David Goolcharran 
David Goolcharran is a student of Indian Classical Music specializing in tabla. His parents first encouraged him to study dholak, but he soon discovered that his true interest was the tabla at the age of 10. David's deep love for music fuels his determination to continually improve his abilities and maintain a lifelong commitment to Indian Classical Music.
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Anupama Srivastava
Anupama Srivastava is a renowned Kathak dancer, teacher, and choreographer. Founder of InSyncKathak Dance School, she trained under Padmashri Guru Shovana Narayan. Known for rhythmic virtuosity and graceful movements, her choreographies have garnered acclaim worldwide. Anupama is a Master Artist and grant recipient from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. Her students achieve national recognition, and she collaborates across genres. With engineering degrees and a Silicon Valley career, she balances her passion for dance.

inSyncKathak
Anupama Srivastava leads InSyncKathak Dance School, renowned for prestigious performances worldwide. Notable appearances at Carnegie Hall, YoungArts Week, and international festivals. InSyncKathak students excel, including National YoungArts winners Vyoma Bhanap, Saanvi Ranadive, and Reva Srivastava. Embracing Lucknow Gharana style, they express, explore, and collaborate for cultural diversity.

Adithya PV, Artistic Director, Upadhye School of Dance
He, a dynamic young dancer, trained by Guru Smt Latha Edavalath, is now guided by Dr Sudharani Raghupathy. Known for strong Talam, abhinaya, and technical excellence. Diploma in Bharathanatyam from IKSV, Chattisgarh. A graded artiste of Doordarshan performed worldwide with leading dancers.

​Parshwanath Upadhye, Artistic Director,  Upadhye School of Dance
He is a versatile Indian classical dancer, trained under Guru Ravindra Sharma, guided by Prof. SudhaRani Raghupati. Natya Mayura awardee, the renowned male dancer in India. Winner of national awards, including Sangeet Natak Academy's Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar. Top-graded artist of Bangalore Doordarshan Kendra. Founder of Punyah dance company and Upadhye School of Dance. Building Gurukulam for dance education.

Smt. Shruti Gopal, Artistic Director,  Upadhye School of Dance
She is a disciple of Smt. Padmini Ramachandran and trained under Shri Mavin Khoo. Head of Upadhye School of Dance. A graded artist of Doordarshan. Performed in prestigious festivals with the 'Natyapriya' team. Indian delegation to China. Conferred "Aarsha Kala Choodamani" title by Swami Dayananda Saraswati. Worked with Sankhya Dance Company.

Keerthikumar, Lighting designer
Keerthikumar is a sought-after Lighting Designer who works with several renowned dance companies, dancers, musicians and theatre groups across India and Singapore. His design works with STEM Dance Kampni, Punyah Dance Company, Narthaki.com, Omkar Arts Singapore and others have been critically acclaimed. He has presented talks on Lighting & Multimedia Design at important art seminars. Keerthi Kumar is a Kathak and Indian contemporary dance artiste. He is a Principal dancer and Head of Projects of STEM Dance Kampni and has performed and toured across India and over 18 countries extensively. He is also a Nattuvanar and a Padhant artiste. He co-founded ARTMOS (artmosproductions.com) through which he creates original choreographic works for educational institutions and works with artistes to create specially curated events, fastidious production design and their mindful execution.