Sattriya Dance
Experience the spiritual devotion of Assam's classical dance from Vaishnavite monasteries. Book authentic Sattriya performances with traditional costumes and bhakti expressions for your special occasions.
Experience the spiritual devotion of Assam's classical dance from Vaishnavite monasteries. Book authentic Sattriya performances with traditional costumes and bhakti expressions for your special occasions.
Sattriya Classical Dance is a graceful and deeply spiritual dance form that originated in the monasteries of Assam, known as Satras. Introduced in the 15th century by the saint-scholar Srimanta Sankardeva, Sattriya was originally performed as a form of devotion, blending dance, drama, and music to narrate stories from Indian epics. Over time, it evolved from a sacred ritual into a respected classical stage art.
What makes Sattriya unique is its calm elegance and expressive storytelling. Every movement follows strict classical rules, yet feels soft, flowing, and emotionally rich. The dance uses meaningful hand gestures, gentle footwork, and facial expressions to convey devotion, love, and moral values. Traditional Assamese instruments like the khol and cymbals add rhythm and depth to the performance.
Today, Sattriya Classical Dance proudly represents Assam’s cultural identity while standing alongside other Indian classical dance forms. It continues to connect audiences with spirituality, discipline, and the beauty of timeless tradition.
Origin: Assam, Northeast India (15th-16th century)
Founder: Srimanta Sankardeva (Vaishnavite saint)
Style: Devotional bhakti with vigorous footwork
Music: Khol, taal, flute, and devotional vocals
Costume: Traditional Assamese Pat silk with mukut (crown)
Recognition: Sangeet Natak Akademi recognized classical dance form (2000)
Rooted in Assam's Vaishnavite monasteries (Satras), Sattriya has been performed for over 500 years by monks (bhokots) as spiritual offerings to Lord Krishna, preserving ancient devotional traditions.
Characterized by devotional expressions, vigorous footwork, graceful hand gestures (mudras), and storytelling through Ankiya Nat performances that narrate Krishna's life and divine play.
Dancers wear traditional Assamese Pat silk costumes with intricate jewelry, decorative mukut (crown), and authentic ornaments creating a majestic visual representation of spiritual artistry.
Traditional training under Satra masters
Original Assamese Pat silk & jewelry
Professional musicians with khol, taal, flute
20 minutes to 90 minutes performances
Solo performances to ensemble presentations
Available across major cities in India
Complete sound, lighting & stage arrangements
No hidden charges, clear quotations
Our Sattriya performances typically range from 20 minutes to 90 minutes, depending on your event requirements. We offer solo performances (20-30 minutes), standard shows (30-60 minutes), and elaborate presentations (60-90 minutes) with Bhaona elements and multiple pieces.
Sattriya is unique as it originated in the Vaishnavite monasteries (Satras) of Assam in the 15th century by Srimanta Sankardeva. It combines devotional bhakti expressions with vigorous footwork, graceful hand gestures, and storytelling through Ankiya Nat performances. The dance features distinctive Assamese silk costumes and is deeply rooted in Krishna-centered spirituality.
Our dancers come fully equipped with authentic Assamese Pat silk costumes, traditional jewelry, decorative headgear (mukut), and all necessary props. We require a performance space of at least 12x12 feet, proper lighting, and sound system. We can also arrange these if needed.
Pricing typically ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹70,000 depending on performance duration (20-90 minutes), number of dancers (solo or group), live musicians, travel distance, and event scale. Solo performances start at ₹20,000, while elaborate group performances with full ensemble can go up to ₹70,000. Contact us for a detailed quotation tailored to your event.
We recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance to ensure artist availability and proper preparation. For larger events, festivals, or specific customization requirements, booking 4-6 weeks ahead is ideal. However, we do accommodate last-minute bookings subject to artist availability.
Yes, we offer live music accompaniment with professional musicians playing traditional instruments like khol, taal, flute, and vocals. This enhances the authenticity and devotional impact of the performance. Live music is optional and can be included based on your budget and event requirements.
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West Sant Nagar, Burari
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Kudlu
Bengaluru, Karnataka
560068
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