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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Partial Closure: 25 April, 12–5pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 12–5pm on 25 April for a private function. 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.
Pitzhanger Gallery closes at 6pm on 7 May
Please note that Pitzhanger Gallery will close to General Admission visitors from 6pm on Thursday 7 May for the Phoebe Collings-James in Conversation event. If you would like to visit Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house, please arrive before 6pm or book a ticket for the artist talk. Pitzhanger Manor and other open areas remain accessible during our usual Thursday Late opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 9 May, 11am–1pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 11am–1pm on 9 May for a private function. 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: 22 May, 1–5pm
Please note that Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 22 May for a private function. 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: 24 May, 1–5pm
Please note that the Upper Drawing Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 24 May for a private function. 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: 30 May, 1–5pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–5pm on 30 May for a private function. 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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