In addition to supporting research and teaching around India and promoting dialogue between American and Indian thought leaders, the India Initiative also strives to bring Indian culture to Washington, D.C. Explore past India Initiative cultural events below.
Jai Jagat is a dance performance and musical that shares the stories and messages of Mahatma Gandhi, Malala Yousafzai, Wangari Maathai, and others to plant seeds of love and hope for a more beautiful…
The India Initiative was excited to partner with the South Asian Society in bringing Hasan Minhaj to Georgetown University. The event began with a moderated discussion with Minhaj focusing on his work…
Zila Khan is a prominent Sufi musician who sings classical and semi-classical musical forms and performs in the tradition of Imdadkhani gharana. She sings in eight different languages and was awarded…
T.M. Krishna is a Carnatic music vocalist and public intellectual who blends traditional Carnatic music with his own innovative interpretation. He speaks and writes about issues affecting the human…
On November 20, 2017, the India Initiative hosted the Kathakali Group, a world-renowned Indian dance troupe, for a performance in Gaston Hall. The Kathakali Group performed Narakasura Vadham, a…
Dr. L. Subramaniam, known as “the god of Indian violin,” has performed in venues all over the world, from Singapore to Paris and from Delhi to Los Angeles. On September 11, 2017 he performed in…
