UTSAV 2026

Following the resounding success of their inaugural UTSAV in 2025, September will see Samarpan partner with the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama become a riot of colour and sound when their vibrant, cultural celebration of South Asian Classical Dance returns to Cardiff on September 13th.

This spectacular festival celebrates the depth, beauty and diversity of classical Indian Dance forms, platforming both emerging talent and some of the most revered practitioners from the U.K and beyond.

Derived from the Sanskrit word for "celebration", UTSAV was created by Samarpan in response to a lack of consistent, high-quality classical Indian arts programming in the region. With South Wales - and particularly Cardiff - having one of the UK's oldest South Asian communities, Samarpan aspire to not only preserve the essence of Indian classical arts but to also bring their universal resonance to contemporary audiences. UTSAV is more than just a performance showcase; it's a gathering of cultures, traditions and a space where revered dancers can share their expertise and emerging dancers are inspired to pursue their own artistic journeys.

Full Lineup is to be announced soon…