Indian Classical Dance, Kathak and Bharathanatyam. PAMPA Dance Academy has been exemplary in blending both traditional and modern stage design techniques to enthrall its audiences, without diluting the purity of the art form. At PAMPA, we believe that while the dance itself is the most important component of a performance, the art of stage design and innovative lighting also form an integral part of the appreciation of dance. In order to enhance the overall classical dance experience in the Bay Area, PAMPA was founded in California by Purna Prasad in 1992. The vision behind PAMPA Dance Academy roots from the mentorship of Vidwan Sri Gopinath Das, a Harikatha (storyteller) and creator of several Indian classical dance dramas. Nirmala Madhava is the chief choreographer and instructor of PAMPA Dance Academy. She teaches both Bharata Natyam and Kathak dance forms and is recognized internationally as a Master solo performer.

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