Where Indian Classical
Arts Come Alive
in Seattle
Academy for Indian Classical Music & Dance Education — dedicated to promoting the education, awareness, and appreciation of India's timeless classical art forms in the Greater Seattle Area.
Preserving a Living
Classical Tradition
Seattle ACME Foundation — the Academy for Indian Classical Music & Dance Education — is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established to promote the education, awareness, understanding, and appreciation of Indian classical music and dance forms in the Greater Seattle Area.
From intimate Manana studio performances to grand concert evenings at Carlson Theater, Bellevue College, we bring world-class artists and local emerging talent together — creating a vibrant cultural home for Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, Carnatic music, and more.
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Our Programs
From grand concert evenings to intimate studio showcases, we create spaces where Indian classical arts can flourish and be shared with all.
Live Performances
World-class Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, and Carnatic music performances at premier Seattle-area venues. Featuring acclaimed artists alongside local schools opening the evening.
Carlson Theater, Bellevue College
Supported by 4Culture & Bellevue Arts Program
Manana Studio
Manana — meaning 'reflection' — is our intimate studio performance series. A curated space for emerging and established artists to present classical work in a close, contemplative setting.
Studio venue, Greater Seattle Area
Next: May 30, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Natya Utsav
Our flagship annual celebration of Indian classical dance. Natya Utsav brings together outstanding artists for an evening of devotion, artistry, and cultural celebration.
Carlson Theater, Bellevue College
2026: Meera Sreenarayanan · May 9
Community Education
We nurture the next generation of classical arts practitioners by partnering with local schools to open our concert evenings — giving young artists a professional stage and community visibility.
Schools across Greater Seattle
Ongoing · Open to all schools
Upcoming Events
An Evening of Bharatanatyam
Medha Hari
And local schools opening the evening
Natya Utsav 2026
Meera Sreenarayanan
Annual celebration of Indian classical dance
Manana Studio Performances
Multiple Artists
Intimate studio showcase series
What Our Community Says
"Grateful to our artists, volunteers, partners, donors, @kc4culture @bellevueartsprogram and the Greater Seattle Area community for making this year possible. Looking forward to continuing this work together in 2026!"
Seattle ACME Foundation
Year-End Message, December 2025
"A beautiful evening of classical dance — the kind of performance that reminds you why these art forms have endured for centuries. Thank you ACME for bringing this to Seattle."
Community Member
Facebook Comment
"The Manana studio series is such a gem. An intimate, thoughtful space to experience classical music and dance up close. Every performance leaves you moved."
Audience Member
Instagram Comment
"Seeing our students perform on the same stage as world-class artists has been transformative. ACME's commitment to youth participation is truly special."
Local School Teacher
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We'd Love to Hear From You
Whether you'd like to attend a performance, volunteer, donate, or simply learn more about Indian classical arts — reach out and we'll be in touch.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your donation helps us bring world-class Indian classical arts to Seattle.
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