Laya Lasya Dance Studio

08/17/2024

Thanks to Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation for guiding us through this journey, our beloved dance families, phenomenal sponsors and ardent support from our well wishers and community at large.
This was achieved only with all your extended support.

08/16/2024

Prakash Venkataraman and I, thank Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation for guiding us through this journey, our beloved dance families, phenomenal sponsors and ardent support from our well wishers and community at large.
This was achieved only with all your extended support.

Thank you to our friends at Laya Lasya Dance Studio for their generous donation to the CMH Foundation.

Last month, they hosted their 20th Anniversary Dance Performance and dedicated the proceeds from this event to CMH.

3rd Party Events like this provide critical funds for our Hospital. Did you know that 100% of hospital equipment is funded through community support?

07/22/2024

Talent Spotlight: Srija - A Master of Dance and Song!

Get ready to be mesmerized by the captivating performance of Srija, one of our senior most dancers, as we shine the spotlight on her incredible talent!

With a lifelong passion for dance, Srija has been an integral part of LLDS for 18 years. As a talented singer with impressive bhavam skills, she has left her audience spellbound and has demonstrated phenomenal control in maintaining rhythm. We’re thrilled to have been a part of her remarkable journey, watching her blossom into a stunning and charismatic dancer.

Don’t miss Srija’s unforgettable performance at our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

07/22/2024

Get Ready for a Night to Remember: Our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of magic, music, and movement as we celebrate 20 incredible years of dance and dedication! Our rising stars, Anvitha, Manasvini, Nikita, Niyati, Pragya, Saakshi, Shainika, Uma, Varsha, and Vamika, have spent 8 remarkable years honing their craft with LLDS. And now, they’re ready to take the stage by storm!

These talented young performers will dazzle you with their captivating dance moves, leaving you spellbound and yearning for more. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness their transformation from promising beginners to shining stars!

When: July 27th, 2024
Where: The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton
Benefiting: Cambridge Memorial Hospital

Secure Your Spot Now!

Join us for an unforgettable night of entertainment as we celebrate this special milestone. Mark your calendars and get your tickets today! Don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of this extraordinary celebration!

07/20/2024

**Experience the Magic of Our Rising Stars at Our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser!**

Join us for an unforgettable evening of entertainment and celebration as we showcase the incredible talent of our upcoming uprising stars! These dancers have spent 8 years honing their craft with LLDS, and their transformation into amazing performers is truly breathtaking. Come and witness their captivating performance as they steal your hearts with their mesmerizing dance moves.

We’re thrilled to present this spectacular show at our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

Get ready to be amazed by the next generation of dance talent! Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable night of entertainment. Don’t miss out - secure your tickets now and be a part of this special milestone celebration!

07/18/2024

It’s our pleasure to recognize Shwetha, an exceptional senior dancer since the inception of LLDS, for her unwavering dedication and passion for Bharathanatyam. Her impressive skills in rhythm and ex*****on, coupled with her flawless facial expressions, are sure to captivate the audience. We feel honored to have been a part of her remarkable journey.

Dr. Shwetha’s academic credentials and commitment to classical arts & LLDS are truly commendable. Through her tireless efforts and passion, she has blossomed into a stunning and charismatic performer. You won’t want to miss her unforgettable performance at our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton. This will be an unforgettable evening of entertainment and celebration!

Join us as we mark this special milestone a - get your tickets now!

07/16/2024

We are thrilled to introduce you to Punya! With her incredible dance skills, she has mesmerized audiences with her flawless footwork, leaving everyone in awe. We feel truly privileged to have been a part of her remarkable journey.

Punya’s impressive credentials are simply astonishing - she is a proud Guinness, Limca, and India Book of Records holder! Through her tireless dedication and passion, she has blossomed into a stunning and charismatic performer. You won’t want to miss her unforgettable performance at our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton. It’s going to be an evening to remember!

Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable night of entertainment and celebration. Don’t miss out - get your tickets now!

07/15/2024

Proudly, we introduce one of our senior dancers, Komal!

With a lifelong passion for dance, Komal has been an integral part of LLDS for 18 years. With her effortless movements, she has left her audience spellbound with her impeccable bhavams (facial expressions), despite the language barrier, and has demonstrated phenomenal control in maintaining rhythm. We are honored to have been a part of her remarkable journey.

Komal has blossomed into a stunning and charismatic dancer through her unwavering dedication and drive. Don’t miss her unforgettable performance at our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton.

07/13/2024

Congratulations to Bhoomika on her Arangetram completion and her incredible journey as a Matriarch Dancer!

It's truly inspiring to see someone pursue their passion and dedication to the art of Bharathanatyam, especially after taking up the mantle as a mother.

The description of her performance is tantalizing - "phenomenal bhavams" and "charismatic" are just the right words to capture the essence of a mesmerizing dance experience.

Mark your calendars for July 27th, 2024, and get ready to be treated to an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and inspiration at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital's 20th Anniversary Fundraiser at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton.

07/09/2024

Introducing the Chirumamillas, Saahithi and Shreyani!

They have been an integral part of the LLDS family for many years, bringing joy and energy to every performance. Saahithi’s captivating smile and Shrey’s dedication to the cause are truly inspiring.

We are particularly touched by the story of Shrey breaking her piggy bank to be the first contributor to our past fundraisers. It’s a beautiful display of her commitment to the organization and her fellow dancers.

We’re extremely happy to have been a part of their remarkable dance journey, and sure their performance at the 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton will be just as memorable.

Let’s join together to support these talented sisters and celebrate their incredible journey with LLDS. What an unforgettable evening it promises to be!

07/07/2024

Presenting our first Arangetram-completed Matriarch Dancer, Sujatha!

With a lifelong passion for dance, Sujatha began her journey as a dance mom, living her dream by enrolling her daughter in Bharathanatyam lessons. Through unwavering dedication and drive, Sujatha has blossomed into the dancer she always dreamed of becoming.

Join us in supporting Sujatha as she performs and sets a role model for many, demonstrating that age does not determine what you can achieve. Witness her inspiring performance at our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton.

07/05/2024

Get ready to be dazzled by the exceptional talent of our senior dancer, Dedeepya!

With a lifelong passion for dance, Dedeepya has been an integral part of LLDS since her school days. After completing her Master’s degree in Engineering, she now works full-time while continuing to nurture her love for dance by teaching classes with us. We’re honored to have been a part of her remarkable journey.

Through her unwavering dedication and drive, Dedeepya has blossomed into a stunning and charismatic dancer, captivating audiences with her radiant smile and impressive facial expressions (bhavams). Don’t miss her unforgettable performance at our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton.

07/04/2024

Talent Spotlight series..

Get ready to be amazed by one of our senior dancers, Arshia!

Arshia has been a part of LLDS since her JK days and is now in her fourth year at McMaster University.

We are incredibly proud to be part of your dance journey, Arshia. Over the years, you have blossomed into a stunning, charismatic dancer, captivating us with your radiant smile and phenomenal bhavams (facial expressions). Don’t miss her mesmerizing performance at our 20th Anniversary Fundraiser benefiting Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 27th, 2024, at The McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Hamilton.

07/02/2024

Twenty-six days until our highly anticipated live performance celebrating Laya Lasya Dance Studio's 20th Anniversary! This spectacular event is a fundraiser benefiting the Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation.

Sponsorship for this show is now officially closed.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible sponsors, whose unwavering support has been vital to our success. Their contributions have helped us achieve our goals, provide a platform for our dancers to shine, and support our community hospital.

This post is dedicated to our generous sponsors, supporters, friends, and families. Thank you for making this milestone possible!

05/13/2024

Rehearsals are bustling at all our studio locations for the LLDS 20th Anniversary fundraiser show, backing the Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation at the McIntyre Performing Arts Centre on July 27th, 2024.

Here’s a glimpse of some of our committed performers from today’s practice session, gearing up for the big day.

We’ve already sold 65% of the tickets and garnered the backing of over 15 sponsors. We’re deeply grateful for the growing enthusiasm and overwhelming support from the community.

For Tickets please contact Prakash Venkataraman @ 226.218.1910

05/09/2024

Rehearsals are bustling at all our studio locations for the LLDS 20th Anniversary fundraiser show, backing the Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation at the McIntyre Performing Arts Centre on July 27th, 2024.

Here's a glimpse of some of our committed performers from today's practice session, gearing up for the big day.

We've already sold 65% of the tickets and garnered the backing of over 15 sponsors. We're deeply grateful for the growing enthusiasm and overwhelming support from the community.

For Tickets please contact Prakash Venkataraman @ 226.218.1910

12/20/2023

Year 2024 is Laya Lasya Dance studio's 20th anniversary! Preparations have started for a mega Fundraiser show benefiting a great cause in the community. Stay tuned, and we can't wait for Summer 2024!

Rewinding to our past successful fundraiser https://youtu.be/PWdto7Mjw3w?si=FalikKHBSFbzrZdl

Prakash Venkataraman Suneetha Prakash

Panchadasha, A celebration of 15 Years in support of Oncology unit at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital, Cambridge Ontario https://www.cmh.orgLaya Lasya Dance ...

07/17/2023

Cannot be more happier or prouder with Sujatha, Bhoomika, & Maitreyee's accomplishment and the extended support received from friends and families.
You powered through an entire Margam with ease.
Thanks to all of your sincere efforts to stay on top of your dedicated practices amidst your busy life.
Kudos to all 3 accomplished dancers.

07/14/2023

This is it!!
Tomorrow is the BIG DAY for our Adult Dancers.
Wishing them the best for all their hardwork, dedication and commitment.

06/21/2023

LLDS Proudly presents Arangetrams of Sujatha, Bhoomika & Maitreyee.
Extremely proud & delighted on this special day for them.
With great determination and dedication and commitment, they eagerly look forward to this milestone day of their life.
Wishing the best and counting down to the momentous day.
Admittance by Invitation only

06/08/2023

LLDS Proudly presents Maitreyee Bhise - completing the Triad of Adult Arangetrams in 2023.
Extremely delighted about this special day of Maitreyee.
With great determination and dedication and commitment she eagerly looks forward for this milestone day of her life.
Wishing her the best, counting down to her momentous day.
Admittance by Invitation only.

06/04/2023

LLDS Proudly presents Bhoomika Dave - the Second of the three Adult Arangetrams in 2023.
Very excited about this special day for Bhoomika.
With great determination and dedication, she is eagerly looking forward to this milestone day of her life.
Wishing her the best, counting down to her momentous day.
Admittance by Invitation only.

05/29/2023

Proudly presenting LLDS's first of the three Adult Arangetrams in 2023.
Very excited about this special day for Sujatha.
With great determination and dedication, Sujatha is eagerly looking forward to this milestone day of her life.
Wishing her the best, counting down to her momentous day.

05/18/2023

19-year Journey and many more to cherish...
Gayathri walked into LLDS when she was a Gr 5 student. We travelled together on the path of dance, cherished great memories with her arangetram and numerous performances.
Gayathri was a senior dancer with LLDS but also our studio's vocalist for our arangetrams.
We have seen her grow from a child-daughter of the studio into an adult graduating in multiple disciplines and NOW stepping into her next phase of life as MRS GAYATHRI SUTHAN.
We wish you the best Gayathri... Hearties Wishes to the newly wed Gayathri & Suthan.

03/21/2023

03/20/2023

ICA's (Indo-Canada Association) grand event. Thanks for the opportunity for young dancers to stage their passion.

09/14/2022

Taking this opportunity to thank Indo Canada Mela for this extended support to our dancers to showcase their talent.
Dedication to Guru Madurai R Muralidharan for his birthday - Thanks for the guidance to our arangetram-trained dancers Pujitha & Punya.
Choreography, composition Muralidharan Sir
Mesmerizing Vocalist Srikanth Gopalakrishnan - a proud and treasured friend of my husband Prakash Venkataraman

07/16/2022

Wishing our senior dancers Pujitha Lakshmi Krishnendra Kurukuri, Saahithi Padmini Makkapati Dedeepya Vuppu Punya Prathima Umesh the best for their performance tonight.

Thanking Sri Ramachandran Muralidaran for the opportunity and Ramya Raghavan.

Seeking heavenly blessings from my beloved Guru Kalaimamani Smt K J Sarasa

06/26/2022

Very proud to share that 4 of our Laya Lasya's senior dancers - Dedeeya Vuppu, Pujitha Kurukuri, Punya Umesh & Saahithi Chirumamilla were blessed with a golden opportunity to partake in Sri Madurai R Muralidharan's yet another Guinness Attempt for the most number of performers in a choreographed dance online simultaneously and have been honored with The Guinness World Record Certificate, India Book of Records, Limca Book of Records and Honored by the legend himself Sri Muralidharan Sir.
On behalf of Laya Lasya Dance Studio I thank Kalaimamani Sri Muralidharan, for making this possible for dancers near and far.

Ever Thankful to my beloved Guru Kalaimamani Smt KJ Sarasa amma (late).
May many more laurels be blessed upon our beloved dancers.

It was phenomenal day meeting our studio's extended dance and music family after 2 years in person and to honor these dancers who patiently waited!

In the last two (covid) years, some have graduated to become a Doctor, Engineer, CPA and Lawyer, High school, Undergraduate and Master studies who joined this family in their grade 3 and some accomplished Guinness world records during this time! We are extremely happy and proud of each and every one of them and their parents.

Splash pad, basketball, cricket, a variety of foods, and catching up on the happenings over 800 days in 7 hours is never sufficient in any family get-together. 🙏🙏❤❤

Video compilation courtesy Pradnesh Prakash