Swarna Kala Mandir

OUR STORY

Swarna Kala Mandir (SKM) is an Indian Performing Arts company based in Singapore, established in 2018 with the vision of promoting the rich heritage of Indian classical dance and music.

SKM offers structured training in Bharatanatyam and Kathak, with branches located in Yishun and Choa Chu Kang. Within just a few years, the academy has grown to nurture over 100 students, ranging from beginners to advanced-level dancers. Training at SKM is rooted in a comprehensive syllabus that emphasizes both practical excellence and theoretical knowledge, ensuring a holistic understanding of the art forms.

Students of SKM regularly participate in competitions, consistently earning awards and recognition. The school is also committed to inclusivity, offering scholarships to talented students from low-income families, supporting their pursuit of classical dance.

SKM’s dancers have showcased their talent at prestigious platforms across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and India, including performances at the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre for Kala Utsavam 2022 and the Esplanade Concourse in 2024 and 2025.

Three senior students have successfully presented their Arangetrams, marking important milestones in their artistic journey.

In addition to regular training, SKM is known for its original dance productions:

“Dhaara – The Divine Rainfall” (2019) at Gateway Black Box, featuring live music.
“Shanmatham – Six Paths to Divinity” (2023) at Alliance Française.

Swarna Kala Mandir continues to inspire and empower the next generation of classical dancers, upholding tradition while nurturing creativity and excellence.

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Natya Vandana 2024 Part 1

Natya Vandana 2024 Part 2

Our Recent Activities

Warm-ups are not optional, they’re essential ✨

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A new year of movement, rhythm, and tradition ✨

Happy new year from us to you! #swarnakalamandir #BharatanatyamSingapore #kathaksingapore #Bharatanatyam #kathak happynewyear2026

Captured Moments from Kala Avartanam (Margazhi Natya Utsav) by Sangraha trust on 25th December 2025 at Bengal Association, Chennai.

Glimpses from " Step by Step" - A Kathak presentation by SKM . Our gratitude to our Guru Mulla Afsar Khan, who has passed this beautiful legacy to us, and which we are proud to share here today. We would like to thank Nawaz Mirajkar ji for helping to arrange his disciple Abhishek for the tabla accompaniment. A special thanks to NUS Indian Dance, Swathi Madhavan from Samyoga Arts, and Nahida Sarna from SKM for their valuable inputs in shaping this presentation. And of course, our gratitude to the Esplanade Kalaa Utsavam crew for inviting us to perform.

Rehearsal scenes from our Kathak presenation at the Esplanade Concourse on 26th of November, Wednesday at 7.15 and 8.15 pm! It is free... please do come and join us in this journey! #swarnakalamandir #skm #kathak #dancefestivalsg #kalaautsavam2025 @esplanadekalaautsavam

Courses Offered

Bharatanatyam

Bharatanatyam is one of India’s oldest classical dance forms, known for its grace, precision, and expressive storytelling. Originating in Tamil Nadu, it combines intricate footwork, hand gestures, and facial expressions to convey emotions and narratives. Rooted in tradition, Bharatanatyam is both a spiritual and artistic journey.

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Kathak

Kathak, a classical dance from North India, is characterized by rapid footwork, graceful pirouettes, and rhythmic patterns. Evolving from temple rituals to Mughal courts, it blends storytelling with rhythmic complexity. Through subtle gestures and expressive eyes, Kathak brings tales and emotions vividly to life.

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