How it all began...

Lasyam was born on the eve of Vijaya Dasami in the year 2000,
and is recognized as a performing art center at the forefront
of propagating Indian classical dance –Kuchipudi in Chicago
land, Illinois, USA.

Lasyam’s objective is to give budding artistes what they need-
a Guru who can mould them on a firm footing both on the
concepts of natyasastra as well as practice of the Kuchipudi
dance form.

Lasyam  is dedicated to:

  • Help disciples understand Indian cultural heritage and
    relevance.
  • Enhance appreciation of Indian cultural and artistic
    traditions.
  • Advance traditional Indian Kuchipudi dance form through
    foundational concepts and practice.
  • Create awareness of Kuchipudi by conducting workshops,
    seminars and lecture-demonstrations by renowned
    performers and scholars.
  • Promote and exchange ideas by forming partnership of
    dance educators and artists.



School of Kuchipudi Dance