Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 January
3pm| £15 (£13 use code BVB2025)
Every year, The Bhavan proudly hosts the annual Founder’s Day to honour our founder, Dr. K. M. Munshi, for his vision and contributions. This two-day event celebrates the talent of our students, teachers, and staff, with graduating students receiving their Diploma and Post-Diploma certificates.
Tickets: £15 (£13 use code BVB2025)
Monday 27 January - Sunday 6 March |
Explore the rich tradition of Indian classical music with our 10-week online course, offering training in Mridangam, Sitar, and Violin. Designed to enhance your skills under the guidance of expert tutors. Learn from the comfort of your home and immerse yourself in the beauty of these timeless instruments.
Master the art of rhythm with our Mridangam short course every Wednesday, designed for beginners, advanced learners, dancers and those interested in Nattuvangam. Led by Vidwan M Balachandar.
5.00pm - 5.45pm (Wed) Beginners
6.00pm - 6.45pm (Wed) All levels
7.00pm - 7.45pm (Wed) Nattuvangam
Elevate your sitar skills! Join our Sitar short course every Thursday and deepen your knowledge, refine your technique, and explore the beauty of this classical instrument under the expert guidance Ustaad Mehboob Nadeem.
6 00pm - 7 00pm (Thur) Intermediate
Whether you ' re refining advanced techniques or progressing through intermediate levels, these classes are designed to help you enhnace your skills. Led by Vidwan Balu Raguraman every Wednesday and Thursday.
6.00pm - 6.45pm (Wed) Advanced 6.00pm - 7.00pm (Thur) Intermediate
Thursday 6 February
6 30pm for 7 00pm start
The Chairman and Executive Committee of The Bhavan UK invite you to celebrate India's Republic Day with Chief Guest His Excellency Mr. Vikram Doraiswami, High Commissioner of India. The event will begin with snacks at 6:30pm , followed by speeches and a short cultural programme at 7:00pm
Tickets: Entry Free, registration required
Saturday 15 February
6.00pm | £45/ £40
Led by Sanjay Subrahmanyan, is a celebrated Carnatic music experience focusing on Thamizh Kirithis. Captivating audiences through virtual presentations, showcasing rare and timeless compositions
Tickets: £45/£40
Monday 17 - Sunday 23 February
Saturday 22 - Sunday 23 February
Monday 17 - Sunday 23 February
6.00pm | £45/ £40 | Mountbatten Auditorium The Bhavan bings back its half term activities with parents and children. These 2-day sessions will concentrate on building partnership with parents and encourage the young to develop love and a relationship with arts by introducing them to different styles of music, active listening through sounds of various musical instruments and exploring their voices.
Participants will be split into two age groups: 5–10 and 11–18 years.
Two-Day Sessions:
Tabla, Hindustani Vocal, Violin, Mridangam, Bharatanatyam
£15 for two-day sessions.
Two-Day Combined Sessions:
Tabla & Hindustani Vocal, Violin & Mridangam
£25 for two-day sessions
One-Day Sessions:
Sitar & Kathak
£10 per session.
Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 February
4.00pm | £18 (£16 use code BVB2025)
The ever popular Annual Youth Festival is back again in 2025, showcasing emerging Indian Classical music and dance artists from all over the UK. The event will see more than 100 artists explore fresh perspectives on traditional repertoire in Indian Classical Arts using movement, language, poetry and spoken word.
Tickets: £18 (£16 use code BVB2025)
Exhibitions | Art events | Filming
The 140 sqm gallery operates daily from 11 am to 7 pm and is fully accessible via a ground-floor lift..
Equipped with movable track lighting, an adjustable hanging system, and opens onto a decked terrace (3.2m/7.5m).
Contact: curator@bhavan.net
Wednesday 26 February
7.00pm | £2
The Bhavan welcomes you to The Shivaratri puja celebrating Lord Shiva with Vedic Pooja, chanting, music, and dance performances by students of The Bhavan.
Prasad will be served in the form of dinner. Event is sponsored by Smt. Pratibha Sharma and family.
Tickets: £2
The Bhavan is a centre for Indian arts, offering 23 courses to over 900 students weekly Your donation will help sustain and promote Indian culture in the UK
A donation of £10,000 can commission a production or major events, sponsor 20 scholarships for low-income students, or fund part of a tutor’s salary.
A donation of £5,000 can purchase musical instruments or sponsor 10 scholarships
With £2,500, you can host two summer school teachers for a month.
£1,500 will cover hosting one teacher for a month.
To find out more, email meera@bhavan.net or call 020 7381 3086/4608, or visit www.bhavan.net/giving
Thursday 13 March
6 30pm for a 7 00pm start
By invite only | Dinner will be served
Join us for a talk on Leadership Lessons from Ancient Indian Traditions by Sri Subhanu Saxena, Chairman of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan UK and Europe An INSEAD and Oxford graduate, he is a classical guitarist, Sanskrit teacher, and Urdu
scholar. He is currently a council member at Imperial College and a seasoned global executive with expertise in pharmaceuticals, FMCG, and banking. He has served as MD and Global CEO of Cipla and held senior positions at Novartis, Citigroup, and PepsiCo.
By invite only. Contact: meera@bhavan.net
Friday 14 March
7.30pm - 9.30pm | £20/£15/£10
A dedication to the iconic musician and prolific personality, Ustad Vilayat Khan. Join this unique evening presented by London Sitar Academy featuring some of his most dedicated devotees reflecting on his legacy and celebrating his beautiful compositions.
Tickets: £20/£15/£10
Friday 21 March
6 00pm - 9 00pm | £15/£12 | Snacks available
Maatru Vandana celebrates the divine feminine through dance, honouring mother who is revered across cultures for her role in protection and safeguarding. Sanskruti UK presents Maatru Vandana, raising cross-cultural awareness of mother goddesses, highlighting their heroic acts and the role of mothers in society-building.
Tickets: £15/£12
Friday 4 April
6.00pm | £20/£15/£12
Witness the epic journey of Prince Bhagiratha in a mesmerising musical theatre production. The story unfolds as he fights to free 60,000 ancestors from an ancient curse by bringing the celestial Ganges, the river of purity and life, down to Earth.
Tickets: £18/£15/£12 (£15/£12/£10 use code BVB2025)
Saturday 5 April
Sunday 6 April
6 00pm | £20/£15
Enjoy an evening of Indian classical music and dance with a tabla solo by Pt. Rajkumar Misra and Kathak by Saberi Misra, accompanied by Pt. Rajkumar Misra (tabla) and Shri Hiranmay Mitra (harmonium).
Tickets: £20/£15
6.00pm | £18/£15/£10 (£15/£12/£10 use code BVB2025)
Amritha explores devotion, desire, and the unity of Shiva and Shakti through Bharatanatyam compositions by Smt Vidhya Subramanian with live music by an exceptional ensemble.
Tickets: £18/£15/£12 (£15/£12/£10 use code BVB2025)
Saturday 12 April
6 00pm | £14 (£12 use code BVB2025)
Sunday 13 April
6 00pm | £20 (£17 use code BVB2025)
"Chaitanya: The Journey of the Spirit" is a Kathak showcase by Bhavan's students, guided by Guru Sri Abhinav Shankar Mishra. This performance explores the spiritual and artistic essence of Kathak, offering an introspective
Saturday 26 April
5.00pm - 8.00pm | £17 (£15 use code BVB2025)
Celebrate the Bengali New Year with vibrant music, dance, cultural performances, and a joyous embrace of tradition and community spirit!
Tickets: £14 (£12 use code BVB2025)
The Bhavan returns with a dance extravaganza for World Dance Day, featuring artists from across England and performances spanning classical, folk, mythological, and socially relevant themes with strands of contemporary art. Join us for a journey of celebration through dance!
Tickets: £17 (£15 use code BVB2025)
Sunday 4 May
6.00pm | £22/17(£20/£15 use code BVB2025)
A 294-seat performance space set in the historic church known for its excellent acoustics and advanced audio-visual facilities, the auditorium is perfect for lectures, music, dance, and drama performances. It features tiered seating and two changing rooms for performers' convenience.
Contact: info@bhavan.net
Monday | 6 January - 17 February
Beginner 7pm - 8pm | £70
Advanced 8pm - 9pm | £87 50
We are excited to announce our upcoming garba classes, focusing on technique and style. The sessions will be tailored for both beginner and advanced levels.
Saturday 11 January
Full day: 10 30am – 4pm| £45
Half day: 10 30am – 1 30pm| £30
Join Suzanne and Elaine, experienced Iyengar Yoga teachers at The Bhavan, for a workshop exploring key aspects of the practice. Ideal for students with six months of experience, the session includes refreshments and restorative/pranayama fternoon. Full-day or morningnly options are available.
unday 12 January
fun, interactive Hindi workshop or beginners! Learn practical anguage skills and explore Hindi’s ulture, with a focus on onversation and Bollywood eferences, ideal for children, oung adults, and parents. 2pm – 5pm | £30 | Snacks will be available
Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 March
10am - 11 30am
Single session: £15 | Both days: £20
Experience a Veena workshop with Sri D Balakrishna, a renowned artist of the Mysore school. Learn the nuances of this classical instrument in a session open to all levels.
Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 March
10am - 12pm
Both days: £50 (incl music)
Discover the beauty of Kathak and Bharatanatyam in an exclusive workshop led Sharat, Divya & Bharat Prabhath. Dive into advanced techniques, intricate rhythmic patterns, and the art of storytelling. In the workshop, participants will learn a composition,
VIDYAAMAGNA PRESENTS
3rd, 5th & 6th April
Single session: £20 (for each session) 3-days workshop: £50
Join us at The Bhavan in April for Vidyaamagna workshops by Geetha Srinivasan on creative thinking, emotional intelligence, and personal enrichment, each followed by Yoga Nidra.
Thur3April|6:00pm–9:00pm Topic:HowCreativeThinking TransformsCriticalThinkinginLife
Sat5April|10:00am–12:30pm Topic:EmotionalIntelligence
Sun6April|10:00am–12:30pm
Topic:EnrichYourself
