Sangati...is an intimate baithak-style Kathak performance featuring a series of solo and duet dance performances.

Ravija Desai began her Kathak journey at the age of 7 under the tutelage of Padma Bhushan Smt. Kumudini Lakhiya at Kadamb School of Dance and Music. Upon moving to the United States, she continued her dance education at Chhandam School of Kathak under the guidance of the Late Pandit Chitrash Das and Aarat Dance Academy led by Guru Deepali Vichare. Currently, she receives training and mentorship from acclaimed Kathak guru Smt. Vaishali Trivedi, a disciple of Smt. Kumudini Lakhia.

Recently, Ravija inaugurated her own Kathak dance school, Aavartan Performing Arts, in the Bay Area, aiming to impart her knowledge and passion for dance to others.

Preya Patel is the Artistic and Executive Director of Vivarta Arts Inc. She teaches regular dance classes at her studios in NYC, Queens, and Long Island. She also promotes cultural awareness through Indian dance residencies and workshops at various public schools and universities in NYC and Nassau County. Collaborating with interdisciplinary organizations in the NY metro area, she actively engages in community outreach programs to foster global connectivity as part of her mission.

Having trained in Kathak for more than 25 years under Guru Smt. Jamuna Mitcham and achieving Kathak Rang Pravesh, Preya continues her journey with acclaimed Kathak Guru Smt. Vaishali Trivedi, a disciple of Padma Bhushan Smt. Kumudini Lakhia. Preya has performed at renowned events and venues across the US, UK, Canada, and India.