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.
Natya Utsav 2026
Annual Celebration of Indian Classical Dance
Featuring
Meera Sreenarayanan
Join us for our flagship annual festival — an evening of devotion, artistry, and cultural celebration featuring acclaimed Bharatanatyam artist Meera Sreenarayanan, alongside local schools opening the evening.
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!"
ACME Foundation, Seattle
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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