Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with an interactive family dance workshop at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery. Led by internationally renowned Kathak and Odissi artist Priya Pawar, this special event invites participants of all ages to experience the joy of movement through Indian classical and contemporary dance.
Part of our October Half-term activities for families, the workshop offers a chance to discover the rhythms and gestures of South Asian dance traditions while celebrating the spirit of Diwali — a festival symbolising light, joy and togetherness. No prior dance experience is required, just enthusiasm and curiosity.
Wednesday 29 October 2025
11am–12.30pm
Soane’s Garden Room
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5BE
£5
Advance booking required
Priya Pawar is a globally acclaimed Kathak and Odissi dancer, choreographer and educator with over 40 years’ experience. Trained under legendary gurus including Mohanrao Kallianpurkar and Kelucharan Mohapatra, Priya has performed across five continents and represented the Indian Council for Cultural Relations at prestigious international events.
She has performed before Queen Elizabeth II and has pioneered innovative cross-cultural projects such as Kathak Meets Flamenco. In 1994 she founded Pushpalata Dance, supporting South Asian artists trained in Britain. In 2023 she received the Sera Bengli award from United Kingdom Bengali Convention (UKBC).
Renowned for her dynamic stage presence and her ability to connect with audiences of all ages, Priya is also a passionate teacher, having guest-tutored at Aberystwyth University, Damini House of Culture in Oslo, and the Indian Art Institute in Madrid.
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Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
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Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
First Thursday of the month: 10:00 - 20:00
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Bank Holidays: 10:00 - 17:00
Last admissions one hour before closing
Partial Closure: 6 November, all day
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed all day on Thursday 6 November for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All other rooms will be open as usual during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Wedding Open Day reminder: Noon - 4pm
Please note that although our Manor House remains open as normal, we are hosting our Wedding Open Day across the Manor space on 25th October 2025. Artworks in the Manor will be available as normal.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 26–28 September
From Friday 26 to Sunday 28 September, only Pitzhanger Manor will be open while Pitzhanger Gallery remain closed for exhibition changeover.
General Admission will be reduced to £8 during this time. The Bella Pūlia Café and the Pitzhanger Shop will also be open.
Our new exhibition Howard Hodgkin: In a Public Garden opens on Wednesday 1 October.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 18 October, 11.30am–5pm
Please note that the Upper Drawing Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 11.30am–5pm on Saturday 18 October for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 31 October, 1–3.30pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–3.30pm on Friday 31 October for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Gallery Access on Curator’s Talk Evening
Please note that 13 November, the Gallery will close at 6pm for the Curator’s Talk with Richard Calvocoressi and Nicholas Serota. From 5pm, there may be some set-up activity in the space, though it will remain open and accessible for ticket holders.
If you do not have a ticket for the talk, we recommend planning your visit a little earlier in the day to enjoy the full exhibition.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 6 November, 10am–5pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 10am–5pm on Thursday 6 November for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 9 November, 10am–3pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 10am–3pm on Sunday 9 November for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
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