Astor Place - Dance Company Levels 2-4
Students will be divided by level into 3 studios

Age 7 to 18 Years

Sep 11, 2025 - Dec 18, 2025

07:00 PM - 08:00 PM EST

Thursday

Location: Playwrights Studios
440 Lafayette St
4th Floor
New York, NY 10003

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Moksha Arts LLC.

Description:

Moksha Arts Dance Company
The Moksha Arts Dance Company is our premier performance group for dedicated dancers ages 7+. Company members represent Moksha Arts at community events, showcases, and competitions, both locally and internationally.

Being part of the Dance Company is a commitment to artistic growth, teamwork, and performance excellence. Dancers train weekly in company rehearsals and are also required to enroll in at least one additional class to continue building strong technique and versatility.

As members, dancers receive unique opportunities including:

Performing at special events and cultural festivals
Participating in our annual Bollywood Dance Video production (not Mandatory)
Working closely with teachers (“Didi”) and student mentors
Developing leadership, confidence, and stage presence

The Dance Company is more than a performance group. It’s a supportive community where young dancers grow in skill, discipline, and grace.

NOTE: Due to the high level of interest from dancers ages 7–12, we are excited to offer two Level 1 Dance Company options this season: (Monday, 7pm & Thursday, 7pm). This will allow us to keep class sizes manageable and ensure that each dancer receives the individual attention and support they need.

What’s Included:

Specialized 2026 Moksha Arts Dance Company T-Shirt exclusively designed for Company dancers
Training in Bollywood dance foundations, performance skills, and confidence-building
Moksha Arts Dance Video
Semester-end dancer-only showcase on Thursday, December 11th @ 5pm (for Moksha Arts dancers only)

Communication:
All Moksha Arts communication happens via email. Please be sure to register with an email you check regularly.

Teachers:

Pooja Desai, Raashi Desai, Harmeet Kamboj, Ashlesha Shah, (Substitute Teacher: Sonali Garg)

At Moksha Arts, we lovingly call our teachers “Didi,” which means older sister. Our Didis are more than instructors. They are friends, mentors, and role models who nurture each dancer with care, encouragement, and inspiration.

Class Schedule:

(Please note a final schedule for your child will be shared once you are assigned a teacher. Below is Ashlesha and Raashi's schedule for reference. However, Harmeet & Pooja's schedule will vary very slightly.)

9/11/25	1
9/18/25	OFF (Ashlesha & Raashi Out)
9/25/25	2
10/2/25	OFF - Yom Kippur (School's Closed)
10/9/25	3
10/16/25	4
10/23/25	5
10/24/25	6 - Friday Dance Video Rehearsal (6-8pm)
10/25/25	7 - Saturday Dance Video Rehearsal (10am-1pm)
10/26/25	8 - Sunday Dance Video Filming (9am-1pm)
10/30/25	9
11/6/25	10
11/13/25	11
11/20/25	12
11/27/25	OFF - Thanksgiving
12/4/25	13
12/11/25	14
12/18/25	15

Participation in the annual Dance Company video takes place over one weekend and is optional. If your dancer chooses not to participate, they will be fully excused from all video-related rehearsals.

Additional Information:

Class Guidelines:

Students dance barefoot (socks and shoes removed in studio)
Wear comfortable clothing (Moksha Arts t-shirt and leggings/sweatpants). No dresses or skirts.
Hair must be pulled back securely in a ponytail or bun (hair ties must stay in place — this is mandatory)
Bring a water bottle to every class

Attendance & Make-ups:

No make-up classes are provided for student absences. Students should refer to class folder for videos to see what they have missed. Class folders will be shared with all registered danceres.
Make-ups will only be offered if Moksha Arts cancels a class due to teacher emergency.
Please inform Punchali and/or your teacher of any absences ahead of class.

Moksha Arts Dance Video (Participation is optional):

All Moksha Arts Dance Company members will have the opportunity to participate in our annual Moksha Arts Dance Video. At our school, this tradition is more than just a performance. It’s a way for students (ages 7–18) to experience the art of storytelling through dance.

Dancing for the camera challenges our students to refine their expressions, enhance their ability to communicate emotion, and bring narratives to life, much like Bollywood movies. Beyond technique, it’s a unique opportunity for them to grow as performers while capturing their progress in a format that can be treasured for years to come. The video experience gives our dancers a real taste of what it means to shine on screen.

December Student Showcase:

Our December 11th Student-Only Showcase will also be our annual Moksha Arts “For Kids, By Kids” Santa's Workshop charity event which is led by our interns. This meaningful tradition not only gives our dancers the opportunity to perform but also to contribute toward a greater cause. Further details will be shared in October.

Spring Session & June Recital (Save the Date):

Spring semester schedule will remain the same as fall. Classes will begin January 8th and end on June 6th.

End-of-year performance for friends families will be on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Symphony Space (Manhattan)

Prerequisite:

All Dance Company members must also be enrolled in one additional Moksha Arts class. Please note that Indo-Contemporary does not fulfill this requirement.

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