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Discover The Art Of Classical Dance

Our work is a tribute to India’s rich heritage, reimagined through the creative language of contemporary and Western storytelling techniques.

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Founded in 2013, Mohini Performing Arts promotes the classical Kerala dance form Mohiniyattam in the U.S. It has grown from a dance hub to a pioneering theater production company. Known for creating original, high-quality Indian Classical Dance Ballets, past productions like Ghanashyam and Nirvana (a Greek mythology-inspired ballet) have earned acclaim. The school has performed at prestigious events like the Soorya Festival, Northwest Folklife Festival, and Seattle Theater Group's 25th 'Dance This' event.

Founder and Artistic Director Smitha Krishnan aimed to raise awareness of Indian classical arts in the U.S. and support artists in India. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she created Nirvana, engaging and compensating over 35 artists in India, helping them support their families when many had to abandon their craft.

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Our Productions

Between 2016 to 2024, Mohini Performing Arts has curated and produced over 42 hours of original, thought-provoking performances earning critical acclaim and resonating deeply with audiences worldwide.

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Discover the beauty of classical dance at Mohini Performing Arts, where tradition and expression come to life.

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Words of Experience That Speak Louder Than Promises

Our production brings out the intricate narratives of art. Be a part of this artistic journey

Mesmerizing performance from team Mohini! “Ghanashyam” truly raised the bar..As an ardent fan of Mohiniyattam I must say you did justice to the art form. The music, choreography, acting, props, costumes, lighting, emcee all stood out and complimented each other.


Leeza Mathew

Founder and Director, Upasana School of Dance, Seattle, WA

I have been revisiting the production over and over in my mind - and each time I describe it to someone the depth of your interpretation spiritually and creatively becomes ever more striking. What a treasure your dream has become. Hopefully you will be able take it on tour - the world needs to see this


Ajita Gopikrishnan

Indian Classical Dancer/Performer, Seattle, WA

Congratulations on a very well done production! Kudos to all team members from every department, for executing things to a T! Music was well done and added to the energy of tstoryline, almost like a movie score. Very smart use of lighting and props, aptly & elegantly used to carry the narrative forward. The characters and their stage time was well balanced overall. Refreshing to see classical dance being used as a medium to tell stories from across the world.


Raji Krishnan

Founder of Classical Chamber Recital Series, Seattle, WA

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