From Our Jagali
To Every Stage
Theatre · Dance · Music · Education
Every great story needs a place to begin. Ours began with a Jagali — the traditional space outside a home where people sit together, conversations flow, stories are shared and connections are made. It is a simple space, but often, something meaningful begins there. That idea became Jagali Artspace.
We create spaces through Theatre, Dance, Storytelling, Music and Creative Expression where children can explore, express themselves, work together and find their voice. From creative education and workshops to school productions and Annual Day experiences, we bring together art, education and professional production to create experiences that children remember long after the curtain falls.
With 40+ schools, 150+ stage shows, 35+ original productions and 50+ school dance-drama productions, our journey continues with one belief: the stage is not just where a child performs — it is where a child discovers what they can become.
Core
Offerings
Empowering students through Theatre, Dance, Music, and Integrated Learning Experiences — from grade-wise classroom modules to full-scale school productions.
Performing Arts
Education
Grade 1 – Grade 10
Schools · Structured ModulesStructured modules in Theatre, Dance & Music from Grade 1 to Grade 10, built into the school's academic fabric.
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Curriculum
Development
TIE · DIE · Tie & Dye
Conceptual · Subject-IntegratedConceptual, subject-integrated content across three tracks: Theatre in Education, Dance in Education, and Tie & Dye, a creative visual arts module.
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Annual Day
Productions
Concept to Curtain Call
Full Event DesignFull end-to-end event design and execution for school annual days, from theme ideation to stage management.
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Storytelling &
Monologues
Vacation Programmes
Theme-BasedTheme-based programmes run during school vacations, giving students a vibrant multi-art experience.
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Voice & Body
Techniques
Trained Teaching Artists
Schools & InstitutionsAccess to passionate, skilled, professionally trained teaching artists — mentors versed in child-friendly, curriculum-aligned practice.
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Performing Arts Education
Grade 1 – Grade 10 · Schools
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Curriculum Development
TIE · DIE · Tie & Dye
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Annual Day Productions
Concept to Curtain Call
Summer Camps
Theme-Based Vacation Programmes
Turn Your School's Annual Day
Into a Professional Experience
Jagali Artspace handles annual day productions end-to-end — specialising in productions built around mythology, social issues, environmental awareness, and inspirational biographies.
Theme Ideation & Scripting
Direction and training in Theatre, Dance & Music, with original music and sound design built around your school's theme.
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Costumes, Props & LED Visuals
Costumes, props, and LED visual concepts designed to bring each production's theme to life on stage.
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Backstage & Frontstage Coordination
Rehearsals, flow charts, and full stage management, so every production runs smoothly from concept to curtain call.
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From Our Jagali to Every Stage — empowering students through Theatre, Dance, Music, and Integrated Learning Experiences.
Jagali Artspace is a pioneering creative education collective that seamlessly integrates Theatre, Dance, Music, and holistic learning into the academic fabric of schools. Inspired by the spirit of a traditional community gathering space for dialogue, performance and collaboration, we bring that spirit alive in educational environments.
Performing Arts Education
Structured, grade-wise modules in Theatre, Dance & Music from Grade 1 to Grade 10 — carefully sequenced to match each child's developmental stage and integrated seamlessly into the school academic calendar.
- Structured modules, Grade 1 to Grade 10
- Conceptual, subject-integrated curriculum content
- Builds toward full performance-ready productions
Theatre in Education (TIE)
Theatre cultivates voice, expression, empathy, and imagination. Our TIE programme nurtures confident performers and reflective learners.
- Voice & body techniques
- Mime, movement & improvisation
- Storytelling & monologues
- Scriptwriting & stage design
- Costume crafting & props
- Theatre games & roleplay activities
- Exposure to folk & international theatre traditions
- Curriculum-linked thematic plays
- Theatre-based assessments & presentation skills
- Performance-ready productions for schools
We enable students to express, explore, and enact narratives that foster both academic and emotional growth.
Dance in Education (DIE)
Dance enhances physical coordination, creativity & cultural awareness. Our DIE programme blends classical discipline with modern flair.
- Indian classical dance forms (Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi)
- Regional folk dances (Garba, Bihu, Kolata, Dollu Kunita)
- International styles (Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Salsa, Afro, Hip-Hop, Latin, Flamenco, K-pop)
- Choreography fundamentals
- Dance-drama integration techniques
- Yoga & body conditioning
- Festival & theme-based routines
- Movement research & expression labs
Our curriculum spans traditional forms to international expressions, ensuring cultural inclusivity and global engagement.
Music Education
Music inspires joy, discipline, and emotional intelligence. Our music programme introduces students to melody, rhythm, and cultural richness.
- Vocal training (folk, classical & world music)
- Instruments: keyboard, guitar, drums
- Basics to practice-based learning
- Rhythm circles & percussion games
- Musical storytelling techniques
- Soundscapes & voice modulation
- Exploration of global musical cultures
- Stage performances & music-integrated theatre
From a local folk tune to a beat from across the world, our students journey through the universal language of music.
Tie & Dye — Creative Visual Arts Module
Our unique Creative Visual Arts module brings conceptual, subject-integrated content into the classroom through hands-on artistic exploration.
- Hands-on visual storytelling, craft & design
- Builds creative confidence alongside academic skills
- Complements our Theatre and Dance programmes
Expert Faculty Placement
We offer schools access to passionate, skilled, and professionally trained teaching artists.
- Qualified educators in Theatre, Dance & Music
- Safe, child-friendly, curriculum-aligned mentors
- All trainers versed in child policy & age-appropriate teaching practices
- Periodic training assessments & reviews
- Guest artists for special programmes and events
- Continuous engagement with creative learning
Our artists have performed across the world — from India to Muscat, Indonesia, and beyond — bringing authentic global and intercultural exposure to your classrooms.
Annual Day Production Services
Turn your school's annual day into a professional, artistic experience with our comprehensive services.
- Theme ideation & scripting
- Direction & training in Theatre, Dance & Music
- Original music and sound design
- Costumes, props & LED visual concepts
- Backstage & frontstage coordination
- Rehearsals, flow charts & stage management
We specialize in productions based on mythology, social issues, environmental awareness, and inspirational biographies.
Summer Camps
Engaging, theme-based programmes during vacations — a vibrant multi-art experience covering classical dance, theatre, music, storytelling, and creative arts. No prior experience needed. Students perform on stage in front of family at the closing show.
All programmes are tailored to your school's needs. WhatsApp us for school collaborations, group bookings, and custom sessions.
What People Are Saying
Our children now look forward to Theatre in Education class every week — the confidence and expression they've picked up carries into every other subject too.
We invited Jagali Artspace to direct our school's annual day production and it was nothing short of spectacular — theme, choreography, costumes, and stage management, all handled end-to-end with real professionalism.
The Dance in Education programme blends classical discipline with modern styles beautifully — our students get exposure to everything from Bharatanatyam to hip-hop in the same curriculum.
As a school, we are very selective about cultural partners. Jagali Artspace exceeded every expectation — organised, curriculum-aligned, and the children absolutely loved the sessions.
The summer camp was the best decision we made for our son's vacation. He went in shy and came out glowing — performing on stage in front of family at the closing show.
Music Education here goes far beyond a keyboard lesson — our children explore vocal training, rhythm circles, and musical storytelling, and it shows in how they perform on stage.
What sets Jagali apart is the heart they bring to every interaction. From the first enquiry to the final bow on stage, our school felt genuinely looked after.
The faculty placed with us are trained, child-friendly, and curriculum-aligned — it's clear every teaching artist is versed in age-appropriate practice, not just performance.
Founder's Note
Bharath Akira, Founder & Creative Director — from 150+ stage shows to 40+ partner schools. Behind every production stands a small ensemble that makes it happen.
This isn't just my career. It's my commitment, my way of life — nurturing fearless voices, creative minds, and expressive hearts, one performance at a time.
— Bharath AkiraFor Bharath Akira, the stage has never been just a place to perform — it is a place to discover, express and grow. A theatre practitioner, educator and creative director, he holds a Diploma in Theatre – Theatre in Education, and his journey has taken him from theatre spaces and classrooms to stages across schools, creating productions that bring together theatre, dance, storytelling, music and creative expression. Over the years he has been involved in 150+ stage shows, 35+ original productions and 50+ school dance-drama productions, working with 40+ schools — including Nalapad Academy, TCIS, RMS International, Chaman Bhartiya, and ASDA International — to create meaningful experiences for young performers. His work has also earned Indian Book of Records recognition for 55 Nimishada Ondu Prema Kathe, a one-man theatre performance presented across all 31 districts of Karnataka.
Bring Jagali to Your SchoolMeet the Ensemble
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Sunil Raay
Dance Faculty Head Flip cardSunil Raay
Dance Faculty HeadTrained in Bharatanatyam and contemporary movement, Sunil designs choreography that turns first-time performers into confident stage presences — currently guiding dance curriculum across 15+ partner schools.
Dance · Choreography
Moulya
Music Director Flip cardRaghuram
Music DirectorA trained Hindustani vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Kabir builds the live and recorded score for every Jagali production, and runs the music-in-education modules for younger grades.
Music · Vocals
Riya Sharma
Curriculum & Programs Manager Flip cardRiya Sharma
Curriculum & Programs ManagerRiya translates classroom goals into structured TIE, DIE and Tie & Dye modules, working closely with school coordinators to fit performing arts into the academic calendar without friction.
Curriculum · Ops
Raghuram
Production & Technical Director Flip cardRaghuram
Production & Technical DirectorFrom lights and sound to stage builds, Devansh runs the technical side of every annual day production and summer camp showcase, making sure the show looks as good as it sounds.
Lights · Sound · StagePress &
Recognition
Founder Bharath Akira holds Indian Book of Records recognition for "55 Nimishada Ondu Prema Kathe," a one-man theatre performance presented across all 31 districts of Karnataka, following 150+ stage shows and 35+ original productions.
Record HolderJagali Artspace's productions have been featured in televised segments alongside school and community performances across India.
TV AppearanceWhy Choose
Jagali Artspace?
Six pillars that set us apart as India's premier school performing arts education collective
A Glimpse of
Our Productions
Turn your school's annual day into a professional, artistic experience. We specialise in mythology, social issues, environmental awareness, and inspirational biographies — end-to-end, from concept to curtain call.
The Moment That
Changed Everything
Performing arts treated as essential, not "an extra" — the story behind Jagali Artspace, in Bharath Akira's words
150+ Stage Shows
- Started as a performer on stage
- 150+ stage shows delivered
- 35+ artistic & creative productions
- Indian Book of Records recognition for "55 Nimishada Ondu Prema Kathe," across all 31 districts of Karnataka
Into the Classroom
- Moved from performing into classrooms & rehearsal halls
- Real impact found in students' confidence & expression
- Growth in collaboration, listening & leadership
- Worked with 40+ schools as teacher, director & project manager
50+ Dance-Drama Productions
- Directed 50+ large-scale school Dance-Drama productions
- Students stepping out of their comfort zones into confident voices
- Nalapad Academy · TCIS · RMS International · Chaman Bhartiya
Essential, Not "An Extra"
- A child who learns to express on stage learns to express in life
- Clarity, confidence & compassion
- Discipline, empathy, storytelling ability & presence
A Way of Life
- "This isn't just my career. It's my commitment, my way of life"
- Nurturing fearless voices
- Creative minds & expressive hearts, one performance at a time
From Our Jagali to Every Stage
- Performing Arts Education, Grade 1–10
- Curriculum Development: TIE · DIE · Tie & Dye
- Annual Day Productions & Summer Camps
Everything You Need
to Know About Jagali Artspace
Download our full programme brochure covering all courses, curriculum, faculty, school collaboration packages, and upcoming events for 2026.
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Bring Jagali to
Your School
Whether you're a school principal looking to integrate performing arts, a parent wanting to enroll your child, or an institution planning an event — we'd love to connect.