Shakthi - The Power Within
A Bharatanatyam journey exploring the Shakti - The Power Within
Saturday 5 Sept · 2:30 PM PDT
Dublin High School, 8151 Village Parkway, Dublin, CA 94568
What is Arangetram?
Arangetram is a Tamil word that means "ascending the stage." It is the traditional debut performance where a dancer offers years of learning, discipline, and devotion before the Guru, family, friends, and well-wishers.
For Tanvika, this milestone is presented as Shakthi - The Power Within: a Bharatanatyam offering celebrating the divine feminine energy of the Goddess, awakening and embodying that limitless power from within herself.
Proceedings
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Saturday, September 5, 2026
Seating begins at 2:30 PM
Program begins at 3:00 PM
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Dublin High School
8151 Village Parkway
Dublin, CA 94568
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Vani Gundlapalli & Raju Chamarthi
Honoring community, culture, mentorship, and service.
“We are filled with immense joy and gratitude as we welcome you to celebrate a truly special milestone in our daughter Tanvika’s life.”
Watching Tanvika’s journey in Bharatanatyam unfold over the years has been nothing short of magical. From the early days of a little girl captivated by her own reflection in the mirror, practicing steps with a heart full of wonder, to the dedicated young artist standing on stage today, her path has been defined by boundless passion, resilience, and love for the art.
For this milestone, her performance centers around the theme “Shakthi: The Power Within”—an exploration of the supreme, all-encompassing cosmic energy that creates, nurtures, and transforms. Through intricate rhythm and storytelling, the evening celebrates the many faces of the feminine divine and the inner strength, grace, and resilience that reside within us all.
— Proud Parents
