May 1, 2025 at 8pm
Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival
An ethnographic documentary film by Zaynah Waseem, that follows the journey of Pakistani-American Kathak artist, Farah Yasmeen Shaikh as she creates a space for the South Asian-American diaspora to honor and celebrate their shared history through the artistic practice of Kathak.
Directors Guild of America
Los Angeles
June 8, 2025
Manzil ke Andaaz
- the many aspects of one's journey
Kathak solo by Ayana Rao
Featuring performances by
Noorani Dance Company and
students of Noorani Dance School.
Pleasanton, CA
June 29, 2025
1-day Intensive for mixed levels & ages
9:30am-3:30pm
Menlo Park, CA
July 9 - 30, 2025
4-week Summer Session for mixed levels of teens & adults
Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm
Menlo Park, CA
Aug 4 - 8, 2025
2025 Kathak Youth Summer Program
Noorani Dance School partners with Antara Asthaayi Dance to offer a week long program!
All levels, youth ages 5 & up.
Register early to receive discounts.
Menlo Park, CA
Aug 17 - Dec 14, 2025
Fall Session
Fall session will include 15 Kathak at
Noorani Dance School!
Training available for all levels, ages 5 & up.
Register early to receive discounts.
Menlo Park, CA
ONGOING
HEARTISTRY
podcast hosted by Farah Yasmeen Shaikh
Farah speaks with guests from around the globe, bringing a diverse representation of South Asian voices and experiences. Conversations take place with artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, activists, and more - uncovering the layers of how we are each finding a heARTistic flow.
Available on In partnership with Rukus Avenue Radio on the iHeart Radio app and wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.