Centre for Indian Classical Dances

25/08/2026

These reflections from distinguished guests capture the lasting impact of Katha Siya Ram Ki, presented to a packed audience by Padma Vibhushan Dr. Sonal Mansingh and the CICD Repertory at Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal.

As part of SWARNIKA, the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Centre for Indian Classical Dances (Shri Kamakhya Kalapeeth), the Natya-Katha was organised by the Culture Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, and Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal.

A powerful confluence of dance, music, narration and abhinaya, the Natya-Katha brought the timeless story of Siya and Ram alive on stage, leaving audiences with an experience that continued to resonate long after the performance.
Sonal Mansingh Centre for Indian Classical Dances

23/08/2026

A Message to Everyone Who Has Been Part of the CICD Journey.

For five decades, the Centre for Indian Classical Dances has brought together generations of students and artistes, creating a continuing legacy of learning, artistic exploration and shared experiences.

As CICD celebrates SWARNIKA, its Golden Jubilee Year, Padma Vibhushan Dr. Sonal Mansingh invites everyone who has been associated with CICD over the years to reconnect and become part of this special milestone.

If you have trained at CICD, even for a brief period, we would love to hear from you. Share your name, years of association, current address, mobile number, email ID and a few details about yourself so that we can reconnect and keep you informed about the Golden Jubilee celebrations.

And do join us for the grand concluding celebrations of SWARNIKA, 28–30 April 2027, as the CICD family comes together to mark five decades of learning, artistic exchange and shared memories.

Your association with CICD may have begun years ago, but you remain a part of its story.
Share your details via DM or email at [email protected]

Centre for Indian Classical Dances Sonal Mansingh

20/08/2026

गुरु वचन | परम्परा से जीवन की सीख

पद्म विभूषण डॉ. सोनल मानसिंह कहती हैं कि मातृ द्रोह, पितृ द्रोह, गुरु द्रोह और मित्र द्रोह नहीं करना चाहिए। परिस्थितियाँ कितनी भी कठिन क्यों न हों, इन संबंधों में छल का मार्ग नहीं अपनाना चाहिए।

हमारी परम्परा हमें अपने संबंधों के प्रति निष्ठा, मर्यादा और कर्तव्य का बोध कराती है। क्योंकि आज हम जैसा आचरण दूसरों के साथ करते हैं, वही कल हमारे जीवन में लौटकर आ सकता है।

एक सरल बात, लेकिन जीवन के लिए गहरी सीख।
Sonal Mansingh

18/08/2026

Mumbai: 23rd & 24th August

Padma Vibhushan Dr. Sonal Mansingh will be at the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) as part of their August Dance Residency 2026, in a specially-curated tour celebrating her illustrious life journey.

The two-day engagement brings together different facets of her remarkable journey, including Masterclasses on Geeta Govind, a Lecture Demonstration, and an exhibition on SWARNIKA, celebrating 50 glorious years of the Centre for Indian Classical Dances (Shri Kamakhya Kalapeeth).

The Archival Viewing will feature two special screenings: an AV tracing the journey of CICD, and "SONAL", the award-winning film by Prakash Jha on Dr Mansingh.

This is a rare and enriching opportunity for students, dancers, practitioners and rasikas to meet, engage and experience different chapters of an extraordinary life.

Looking forward to seeing you there! 🪷

Sonal Mansingh NCPA Centre for Indian Classical Dances

18/08/2026

From the CICD Archives...

This photograph captures Dr. Sonal Mansingh with her revered Odissi Guru, Padma Vibhushan Shri Kelucharan Mahapatra, from the years when she immersed herself in the study and training of Odissi.

The learning she received from her Gurus did not remain confined to her own artistic journey. It became part of the ethos she brought into CICD: a culture of learning, listening, questioning, sharing and passing knowledge forward.

For five decades, this spirit of the Guru-Shishya Parampara has continued to be nurtured at CICD, connecting generations of Gurus, students and artists.

13/08/2026

From the CICD Archives | 1979

Regular classes began in 1979. But what was taking shape at Centre for Indian Classical Dances was never intended to be merely a place for training dancers. The early years reveal an expansive vision of learning, with students coming together around dance, music, Yoga, the Guru and one another.

From classrooms and practice sessions to interactions beyond the studio, the emphasis was on developing discipline, awareness, sensitivity and refinement, while nurturing thinking and feeling individuals.

These photographs from 1979 offer a glimpse into the formative years of an institution whose journey continues five decades later.

The KalaYatra continues... 🪷
Sonal Mansingh

11/08/2026

As part of SWARNIKA, the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Centre for Indian Classical Dances (Shri Kamakhya Kalapeeth), Padma Vibhushan Dr. Sonal Mansingh's acclaimed Natya-Katha Katha Siya Ram Ki was presented to a packed audience at IGRMS, Bhopal.

The Centre for Indian Classical Dances extends its heartfelt gratitude to the management of RKDF University for hosting this memorable presentation, and to CICD Board Member Shri Navneet Soni ji for his invaluable support in making the event a grand success.
Sonal Mansingh

10/08/2026

Admissions Open | New Delhi

Hello Friends... What if learning dance could become a journey of discovering yourself?

At the Centre for Indian Classical Dances (Shri Kamakhya Kalapeeth), dance is more than movement. It is discipline, expression, culture and Sadhana. Rooted in the Guru-Shishya Parampara and nurtured under the guidance of Padma Vibhushan Guru Dr. Sonal Mansingh, CICD has been carrying this tradition forward for 50 years since 1977. Whether you are taking your first step or returning to a passion you have always wanted to pursue, there is always a place to begin.

For every age. For every aspirant.

For admissions or any queries, DM us and our team will be happy to assist you. ✨
Sonal Mansingh

08/08/2026