Arts Academy
We are Houston's premiere institution of Indian classical arts, committed to providing exemplary, holistic, and affordable arts education, while also molding students into well-rounded, artistically sensitive, and culturally refined individuals.
BHaratanatyam
From its origins in the temples of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, this classical dance form is widely practiced across the globe today.
Carnatic Music
Our Carnatic music programs include classes in vocal and violin in the Carnatic style of music, as well as in mridangam, konnakol and nattuvangam (vocal percussive accompaniment for dance).
Kathak
Grace, intricate footwork, and rapid spins are hallmarks of this dance form, which originated in Northern India and integrates Indian and Persian influences.
Hindustani Music
Our programs focusing on Hindustani music traditions include group and private classes in vocal, sitar, and tabla.
Kuchipudi
A fast-paced, dramatic and dynamic classical dance form from the southern state of Andhra Pradesh.
MOHINIATTAM
Our Mohiniyattam program offers students the opportunity to explore one of India’s most graceful and lyrical classical dance forms.
Odissi
A graceful, soft, and fluid dance form from the eastern Indian state of Odisha, presented in collaboration with Kalaangan School of Odissi.
Arts Apprenticeship Program
Our unique arts apprentice program provides pathways for students to train and gain experience in artistic skills other than performance - teaching, stage management and tech, arts administration, and more, while learning to navigate professional responsibilities.
STUDENT INSTRUCTORS
Senior Student Instructors:
Ariya Shah, Rishveda Shinoj, Reethi Kavaipatti
Junior Student Instructors:
Gayathri Jayakarmoorthy, Annmarie George, Jaanvi Patel, Meenakshi Balaji, Shreya Vaithianathan, Sara Sijo
Trainee Student Instructors: Madurabhashi Gowreesan, Prina Joshi, Kaartik Gali, Kalyan Gali, Raagavi Gali, Faiza Chatoor, Ankita Deenadayalan, Priya Rompicherla, Laya Keshav, Veda Kaushik, Smrithi Jayaraman
SHCAC TECHS
Stage Managers
Anjali Kadur, Kaavya Rajarathnam, Crystal Tennyson, Akhil Rajarathnam
Stage Technicians
Sara Sijo, Adalyn Detenbeck
Trainee Techs
Madurabhashi Gowreesan, Shreya Vaithianathan, Meenakshi Balaji, Jaanvi Patel
office assistants
Kaavya Rajarathnam, Sara Sijo, Ariya Shah, Ankita Deenadayalan, Akhil Rajarathnam
Gayathri Jayakarmoorthy, Shreya Vaithianathan, Meenakshi Balaji, Jaanvi Patel
Student gallery
