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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Haitian Heritage Month Konpa Sware
DESCRIPTION:Join the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) at its monthly Konpa Sware! The museum is excited to continue this immersive event which includes an evening of Haitian dance and music. Join us at Room43. Food will be available for free and the FIRST 50 GUESTS will recieve 1 FREE DRINK! \nFEATURING MUSIC BY: DJ Frantz! \nThis is a recurring event on the Third Thursday of each month. Keep an eye out for future event registration! \n* TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR*
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/haitian-heritage-month-konpa-sware/2025-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
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URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2025-12-27/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
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URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-01-03/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
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URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-01-10/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Haitian Heritage Month Konpa Sware
DESCRIPTION:Join the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) at its monthly Konpa Sware! The museum is excited to continue this immersive event which includes an evening of Haitian dance and music. Join us at Room43. Food will be available for free and the FIRST 50 GUESTS will recieve 1 FREE DRINK! \nFEATURING MUSIC BY: DJ Frantz! \nThis is a recurring event on the Third Thursday of each month. Keep an eye out for future event registration! \n* TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR*
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/haitian-heritage-month-konpa-sware/2026-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-01-24/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-01-31/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Haitian Heritage Month Konpa Sware
DESCRIPTION:Join the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) at its monthly Konpa Sware! The museum is excited to continue this immersive event which includes an evening of Haitian dance and music. Join us at Room43. Food will be available for free and the FIRST 50 GUESTS will recieve 1 FREE DRINK! \nFEATURING MUSIC BY: DJ Frantz! \nThis is a recurring event on the Third Thursday of each month. Keep an eye out for future event registration! \n* TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR*
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/haitian-heritage-month-konpa-sware/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Karaoke Abend Stammtisch
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the DANK Haus for a lively Karaoke Abend Stammtisch—where your favorite German Schlager meets classic English hits! Whether you’re channeling your inner Helene Fischer or belting out Bon Jovi\, this is your moment to shine. \nOur Stammtisch tradition is all about community\, conversation\, and Gemütlichkeit—now with a fun karaoke twist! Come for the music\, stay for the good vibes\, and connect with fellow language lovers and singers. \nWhether you’re a karaoke pro or just want to cheer on your friends\, everyone’s welcome. Let’s make some noise—auf Deutsch or in English!
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/karaoke-abend-stammtisch/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T174116Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Flamenco Festival 2026. Irene Morales Raw
DESCRIPTION:RAW is a daring flamenco performance featuring dancer Irene Morales\, whose movement brings ancestral intensity into sharp dialogue with the present. Rooted in Granada and shaped by Spain’s foremost stages\, Morales embodies a dance language that unites precision and instinct\, control and vulnerability. The work seeks a state of essentiality—a flamenco pared down to its core\, where gesture\, sound\, and silence uncover emotional truth. Through the interplay of electronic textures\, live instruments\, and visceral rhythm\, RAW opens new terrain for flamenco while remaining grounded in its pulse. Morales’s presence gives form to a living tradition—immediate\, luminous\, and profoundly human—where flamenco is not fixed in time but continually rediscovered through the body. \n  \nIrene Morales began her formal training at the Conservatory of Granada before moving to Madrid to continue her studies at the prestigious María de Ávila Superior Conservatory. During her time in the capital\, she combined her studies with performances in several companies\, including those of Miguel Ángel Bernal and Rafael Aguilar\, and most notably in 2019\, when Eva Yerbabuena invited her to join the production Lorca y la Pasión with Marina Heredia\, presented at the Generalife Gardens. This marked her return to her hometown of Granada. With remarkable artistic maturity\, Irene has been performing since the age of 18\, both as a solo artist and with her own company. \nPhoto Copywrite: Juan Pascual
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/chicago-flamenco-festival-2026-irene-morales-raw/
LOCATION:Instituto Cervantes\, 31 West Ohio Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T141500
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T141500
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240513T173241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T173408Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Heritage Month Konpa Sware
DESCRIPTION:Join the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) at its monthly Konpa Sware! The museum is excited to continue this immersive event which includes an evening of Haitian dance and music. Join us at Room43. Food will be available for free and the FIRST 50 GUESTS will recieve 1 FREE DRINK! \nFEATURING MUSIC BY: DJ Frantz! \nThis is a recurring event on the Third Thursday of each month. Keep an eye out for future event registration! \n* TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR*
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/haitian-heritage-month-konpa-sware/2026-03-19/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T141500
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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GEO:41.8541146;-87.6251552
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T141500
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T141500
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T141500
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts":MAILTO:info@kalapriya.org
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240513T173241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T173408Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Heritage Month Konpa Sware
DESCRIPTION:Join the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) at its monthly Konpa Sware! The museum is excited to continue this immersive event which includes an evening of Haitian dance and music. Join us at Room43. Food will be available for free and the FIRST 50 GUESTS will recieve 1 FREE DRINK! \nFEATURING MUSIC BY: DJ Frantz! \nThis is a recurring event on the Third Thursday of each month. Keep an eye out for future event registration! \n* TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR*
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/haitian-heritage-month-konpa-sware/2026-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Dance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/konpa-sware.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20260330T220615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T220615Z
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SUMMARY:Assyrian Cultural Renaissance
DESCRIPTION:The Renaissance Continues. \nMark your calendars as the Assyrian Renaissance returns to Chicago on April 2026. \nThrough music\, art\, literature\, and more\, we’ll gather once more to celebrate who we are and where we come from. \nJoin us for three unforgettable days of culture\, community\, and pride. \nApril 17–19\, 2026 | Chicago\, IL
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/assyrian-cultural-renaissance/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency O’Hare\, 9300 W. Bryan Mawr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Dance,Formal and Black Tie Events,Talks and Gatherings
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GEO:41.9813533;-87.8592537
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T141500
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T141500
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20260313T165025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T165025Z
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SUMMARY:Enchantment: A bioplay of the life and music of Ravi Shankar
DESCRIPTION:Enchantment is an intimate theatrical journey into the inner life of music giant Ravi Shankar. \nThis is not a standard retelling of Shankar’s legendary career. Instead\, this bioplay steps into the inner world of the sitar maestro — his doubts\, regrets\, struggles\, and the fierce resolve that carried him from a boy dancer in Paris to one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Through moments of vulnerability and brilliance\, the play reveals how Ravi Shankar transformed adversity into artistic triumph. \nWritten by Gowri Ramnarayan and shaped by the maestro’s own witty and poignant words\, Enchantment weaves theatre\, live dance\, and music into a richly immersive experience. The production features Ravi Shankar’s original sitar recordings and exclusive compositions rendered by Bombay Jayashri\, with Aditya Prakash\, Vignesh Ishwar\, and Chaitra Sairam.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/enchantment-a-bioplay-of-the-life-and-music-of-ravi-shankar/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music, Film, and Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts":MAILTO:info@kalapriya.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T081022
CREATED:20260313T165244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T165244Z
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SUMMARY:Enchantment: A bioplay of the life and music of Ravi Shankar
DESCRIPTION:Enchantment is an intimate theatrical journey into the inner life of music giant Ravi Shankar. \nThis is not a standard retelling of Shankar’s legendary career. Instead\, this bioplay steps into the inner world of the sitar maestro — his doubts\, regrets\, struggles\, and the fierce resolve that carried him from a boy dancer in Paris to one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Through moments of vulnerability and brilliance\, the play reveals how Ravi Shankar transformed adversity into artistic triumph. \nWritten by Gowri Ramnarayan and shaped by the maestro’s own witty and poignant words\, Enchantment weaves theatre\, live dance\, and music into a richly immersive experience. The production features Ravi Shankar’s original sitar recordings and exclusive compositions rendered by Bombay Jayashri\, with Aditya Prakash\, Vignesh Ishwar\, and Chaitra Sairam.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/enchantment-a-bioplay-of-the-life-and-music-of-ravi-shankar-2/
LOCATION:The International House/University of Chicago\, 1414 E 59th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Dance,Music, Film, and Theater
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