Vol. 61: Bustling Spaces 90-day Grants Outlook + Artist Feature: Mandala Arts!

This Month’s Feature: Mandala South Asian Peforming Arts!

Mandala Arts is a MacArthur Award-winning organization founded by Executive Artistic Director Pranita Nayar. From classical to contemporary, Mandala offers evocative dance, theatre, and musical arts, connecting audiences and students with the vibrancy of the performing arts traditions of South Asia.

From April to October, Mandala is hosting its annual Makers Festival, a multidisciplinary arts festival celebrating the creativity, diversity, and innovation of South Asian artists in the United States and the global diaspora. Launched in 2019, the festival provides a vital platform for emerging and established artists working across dance, music, theater, film, and interdisciplinary performance. Mandala Makers Festival highlights both traditional and contemporary expressions, fostering artistic experimentation while honoring cultural heritage. Through performances, community gatherings, and collaborative programming, the festival brings together artists and audiences to experience the richness of South Asian culture and to amplify voices shaping the future of diasporic arts.