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    Famous the world over, Kathak Exponent Uma Sharma gives you a site that takes visitors through the world of her chosen dance form. The site is quite visually appealing, and has links to general information on the dancer, the art form, Kathak Academy, photographs and upcoming events.

    Links and more links. Artistes, managers, services, presenters and others make an appearance at the well-designed site dedicated to the perpetuation of performing arts. Direct links to big names like Patricia Alberti Performing Artists Management , Bluebonnet Brass, Danny Doyle-Irish Folksinger , Funny Stuff Circus and Jim Gamble Puppets are also present.

    A well-designed site that has options for text-only pages as well, this site features events at the John F Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts. From Irving Berlin's famous 'Annie Get Your Gun' to adaptations of prize-winning African texts, to a section called 'Stages for All Ages' and more, there's something for everyone. Those genuinely interested can also try the link to Volunteer Opportunities that enables them to become tour guides.

    Nalanda has long been recognised for its education, research and popularisation of classical Indian Arts. The site is simple and good for anyone interested in a general introduction to the institute. Officially recognised as a research institute by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Nalanda is also closely connected with the University of Mumbai. Students can log in and find out more about its Diploma in Indian Art offered by correspondence.

    A simple page and lots of keywords give you a broad body of information dedicated to the ECPA. Functioning from Baroda, India, the organisation's objective is to promote the cause of all dance forms, including Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniattam and others. Training is also provided, so log in for more details.

    You can find links to Broadway, tickets, theatres and education.

    Founded in 1948, the International Society for the Performing Arts Foundation boasts members who are leaders in the world of the performing arts from over 50 countries. Its purpose is to develop and educate an international network of professionals dedicated to advancing the field. As for the site, there are links to general information as well as a comprehensive Internet-based information system.

    Mallika Sarabhai's Darpana Academy of Dance has a site that's well-designed and nice to browse. Approaching its Golden Jubilee, the academy is renowned as a place where professionals can come and work together, breaking boundaries and moving in new directions. There are links to the Darpana Performance Group, Centre for Non-Violence Through The Arts, and the annual Vikram Sarabhai International Arts Festival.

    The Performing Arts department, established in 1976, is built around the collection of Auguste Rondel -- collector, bibliophile and enthusiastic supporter of the performing arts. There are books, manuscripts, drawings and prints, stage and costume designs, photographs, posters, programmes and press cuttings covering performing arts of every type, in every period of history.

    By far one of the most popular venues for theatre in Bombay, the Prithvi Theatre site reflects the same intimate and pleasant attitude. It has links to info on Prithviraj Kapoor, Shakespeareana, the ever-popular Prithvi festival, children's theatre, a calendar of events and the players. Well-maintained, with good photographs, a history of the theatre and other interesting details make this one worth a dekko.

    Apoorva is a contemporary Dance-Theatre group based in Bangalore. What makes it different is the fact that it has evolved in order to explore new ways of expression through movement. It boasts artistes from varied backgrounds of dance, theatre, music, martial arts, yoga and even the visual arts. The site lets visitors check out bio-profiles of some artistes, read about the choreographers and more.

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