Astor Place - Indo Contemporary: Ages 13-18
Instructor: Ashlesha

Age 13 to 18 Years

Jan 12, 2026 - Jun 01, 2026

07:00 PM - 08:00 PM EST

Monday

Location: Playwrights Studios
Studio 4C - 4th Floor
440 Lafayette St
4th Floor
New York, NY 10003

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Moksha Arts LLC.

Description:

Indo-Contemporary (Ages 13-18)

This class blends the grace and expression of Indian dance with the fluidity and creativity of contemporary movement. Dancers will explore storytelling, emotion, and technique while learning to connect rhythm and flow. Through choreography and cross-cultural movement, students will build strength and flexibility. Indo-Contemporary offers a unique opportunity to help dancers find their own voice through movement.

What’s Included:

Training in Indo-Contemporary dance foundations, performance skills, and confidence-building
Participation in the year end show at Symphony Space on Saturday, June 6th.
Dancer Seat in Orchestra Section at June 6th Show
Costume for June 6th Show

Communication:
All Moksha Arts communication happens via email. Please be sure to register with an email you check regularly.

Teacher: Ashlesha Shah

At Moksha Arts, we lovingly call our teachers “Didi,” which means older sister. Our Didis are more than instructors. They are friends, mentors, and role models who nurture each dancer with care, encouragement, and inspiration. Therefore, we ask that all dancers/students please address all our Moksha Arts leaders as "Didi."

Class Schedule:

1/12/2026	1
1/19/2026	OFF (MLK)
1/26/2026	2
2/2/2026	3
2/9/2026	4
2/16/2026	OFF (Mid-Winter Recess)
2/23/2026	5
3/2/2026	6
3/9/2026	7
3/14/2026	8 Moksha Day (Saturday)
3/16/2026	9
3/23/2026	OFF (Private School Spring Break)
3/30/2026	OFF (Private School Spring Break)
4/6/2026	OFF (Public School Spring Break)
4/13/2026	10
4/20/2026	11
4/27/2026	12
5/4/2026	13
5/9/2026	14 Moksha Day (Saturday)
5/11/2026	15
5/18/2026	16
5/25/2026	OFF (Memorial Day)
6/1/2026	17
6/5/2026	18 (Friday)
6/6/2026	19 Moksha Arts Recital

Additional Information:

Moksha Arts 2026 T-Shirt:

All new students must purchase a 2026 Moksha Arts t-shirt (No need to purchase if you already have one from the December 11, 2025 winter showcase.)

Class Guidelines:

Students dance barefoot (socks and shoes removed in studio)
Wear comfortable clothing (Moksha Arts t-shirt and leggings/sweatpants). No dresses or skirts.
Hair must be pulled back securely in a ponytail or bun (hair ties must stay in place — this is mandatory)
Bring a water bottle to every class

Attendance & Make-ups:

No make-up classes are provided for student absences. Students should refer to class folder for videos to see what they have missed. Class folders will be shared with all registered dancers.
Make-ups will only be offered if Moksha Arts cancels a class due to teacher emergency.
In case of snow/inclement weather: Instruction will be conducted over Zoom in the same time slot.
Please inform Punchali and/or your teacher of any absences ahead of class.

June Recital:

End-of-year performance for friends and families will be on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Symphony Space (Manhattan)

Participation in the show is not mandatory. Please let us know if your dancer will be opting out.
Costume Rental fee is included.
Costume distribution is scheduled on Sat., March 14th and Sat. May 9th. Please ensure you make a note of these important weekend rehearsals.
Spring Recital is a ticketed event and open to all family & friends till tickets sell out. Tickets will go on sale in mid-May 2026.
All dancers participating in the recital will need to attend the mandatory stage rehearsal on Saturday, June 6th. Final hour by hour schedule will be released in early May.
Tentative Show day Rehearsal Schedule
- 10-1pm: Dance Company, Teens & Classical.
- 1-4pm: Bollywood ages 12 & under
- 5/5:30pm: Show Begins