Ishami Dance Company is a South Asian Contemporary dance company founded by Amit Patel and Ishika Seth. In our works, we combine movement, music and aesthetics of South Asian Classical and Folk dance forms with modern dance, Contemporary, jazz, hip hop and Whacking. We strive to create works to dismantle social constructs, amplify marginalized voices, and spark conversations through art. We value inclusivity, innovation, and cultural exchange, to create work that is ethereal yet thought-provoking, treading the line between traditional and modern.
Our artistic practice consists of creating new works for various festivals in the Bay Area and beyond, creating original productions rooted in storytelling, and a focus on dance education through community classes, highlighting South Asian dance forms and educators. We collaborate with our local communities, dance organizations and nonprofits to promote cross-cultural understanding and explore global themes through a cultural lens.