About Us

Cosmic Dance was founded in 2009 in Hong Kong by Oxana Banshikova and has grown into one of the most diverse and multicultural Indian classical dance communities, with branches in both Hong Kong and Edinburgh. Our students come from many countries, cultures, and backgrounds, united by a shared passion for Bharatanatyam and the rich traditions of Indian classical dance.
Since expanding to Edinburgh in 2019, Oxana and Kirsten have worked together to share the beauty of Bharatanatyam and its creative fusion with modern popular music. Alongside this, we continue to explore contemporary movement styles, always seeking to broaden our artistic horizons.
Cosmic Dance consists of two divisions:

1. A professional performing and touring company, devoted to creating high-quality classical and experimental productions.
2. An educational division, offering classes, workshops, and training programs for students of all levels.

As professional performers, Kirsten and Oxana aim to inspire their students to learn with the dedication, artistry, and discipline of professional dancers. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of inspired artists by providing encouragement, technical guidance, and strong creative support.
We also mentor young dancers who wish to take their first steps into performance careers, offering them opportunities to develop confidence, stage experience, and individual artistic identity.
Across everything we do, our institution focuses on three core priorities:
1. Professional productions
2. High-quality classes and training
3. Mentorship for emerging dancers
We offer performances, classes, and workshops in Bharatanatyam, custom choreography, yoga, and Pilates—inviting everyone to embark on a transformative journey where creativity meets tradition.

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