The spirited performers of Blue13 Dance Company light up the stage with traditional Indian dances that build to an electrifying Bollywood party. If you’ve ever been near the performance space during their set, this isn’t a show you watch passively. It’s a celebration you join.
Celebrating Culture Through Dance
Based in Los Angeles, Blue13 Dance Company has performed for over 15 years across the U.S. and worldwide. Led by Artistic Director Achinta S. McDaniel, a first-generation South Asian American, the group creates emotionally powerful, humor-filled, and rhythmically rich performances that challenge expectations.
Achinta draws inspiration from classical Indian forms as well as contemporary and cultural influences, delivering moody, energetic, and always engaging performances.
More Than Movement
Blue13 doesn’t just dance—they tell stories. Their work defies the stereotypes of Indian and American dance, blending tradition with rebellion and structure with spontaneity.
Their appearance at Disney Parks as part of the Diwali celebration highlights their incredible talent and Disney’s ongoing celebration of global cultures.
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