“Among her greatest joys was her 33 years of involvement with Young Audiences of Virginia! She served on the Board of Directors for numerous years and as President. She loved Young Audiences’ creative offerings annually to involve children in the arts.” Obituary for Jean Hogge Shackelford Arts for Learning mourns the loss while celebrating the […]

About Me
Utpalasia is a family-run endeavor that has brought the magic of the Himalayan region to audiences for more than 25 years, specializing in the contemporary dances and music of Nepal, India, and Tibet. Utpalasia is a member of the International Dance Council-CID, an official partner of UNESCO. Serving as a bridge to Himalayan and South Asian diversity through the arts, Utpalasia features classical Indian Kathak, Buddhist, Bollywood, and Himalayan folk as well as modern hip hop and fusion dance.
Utpalasia is a touring ensemble from Washington, D.C. Please contact Katie Driskill, School and Community Relationships Coordinator, at 757-961-3737 to discuss tour availability!
What is a tour? A tour is a set number of programs (3-10) scheduled within a specific time span (2-5 days) and within a specific region. Tours are subject to change or cancellation if the minimum number of programs and/or dates are not met.
All tour pricing is subject to change based on number of programs, travel distance, hotel stays, and meals. Please contact us if you have any questions.