With the blessings of the divine, we joyfully invite you to

Varshitha Tummala's

Arangetram — A Classical Dance Debut

An evening celebrating years of devotion, discipline, and love for classical Indian dance, as Varshitha takes the stage for her solo debut.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 5:00 PM

Dale F. Halton Theater · Central Piedmont Community College, Charlotte, NC

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The Dancer

Varshitha Tummala in classical dance costume

“Dance is the hidden language of the soul.”

Varshitha Tummala, fifteen, has been immersed in the world of classical Indian dance since she was a young girl. What began as curious first steps has grown, through years of dedicated training under her guru, into a deep and joyful devotion to this ancient art form.

Her Arangetram — literally, the “ascent to the stage” — marks the culmination of her formal training and her debut as a solo performer. It is an evening of rhythm, expression, and storytelling that she is honored to share with family and friends.

Varshitha trains under Smt. Radhika Unnithan at Nrityam Dance Academy.

Event Details

We would be honored by your presence on this special evening.

When

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Performance begins at 5:00 PM
Please plan to be seated by 4:45 PM

Where

Dale F. Halton Theater

Central Piedmont Community College
1201 Elizabeth Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28204

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Parking

Free parking in CPCC Deck 4
1225 E 4th St, Charlotte, NC 28204
(Deck 3 at 1329 E 4th St is also available)

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Watch

A glimpse of Varshitha's dance — and on the day of the event, the livestream will appear here for those joining from afar.

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With Gratitude

Under the loving guidance of her guru

Smt. Radhika Unnithan

Nrityam Dance Academy

Every step Varshitha takes on stage carries the patience of her guru, the rhythm of tradition, and the love of everyone who has cheered her on. As her family, watching her grow into this moment has been our greatest joy. We warmly invite you to share in this milestone evening — your presence and blessings will make it complete.

Varun, Swathi & Parnika Tummala