Who We
Are
Founded in 2012, UT Saaya has grown into a nationally competitive Bollywood fusion dance team rooted in passion, creativity, and community. From performances across Austin to competitions around the country, Saaya brings together talented dancers who push each other, celebrate together, and create lasting memories along the way.
With a mix of Bollywood, bhangra, hip-hop, contemporary, and classical, every performance reflects the team’s creativity and style. No experience is necessary to audition. Just come with an open mind and be ready to grow!
Styles We Move
Meet the
Team
Anish Roy
Captain
Adi Pillai
Captain
Akshaini Karthikeyan
Captain
Noah Luke
Captain
Saachi Deshmukh
Logistics Chair
Anoushka Patel
Social Chair
Nidhi Kashyap
Tech Chair
Mikul Patel
Production Chair
Dhaarini Ravisha
Production & Recruitment Chair
Anushka Niranjan
Budgeting Chair
Tanishka Chawla
Sponsorship Chair
Saksham Shori
Recruitment Chair
Vishruth Batchu
Recruitment & Social Chair
Advika Sharma
Production Advisor
Teja Pappiaghari
Production Advisor
Performances
JOIN SAAYA!
We're looking for people who love to dance and want to be part of something fun!
Information Sessions
Come to AT LEAST one info session to get to meet the team!
Workshops
Come to one of our workshops to learn and practice the audition choreo with our team!
Auditions
GET READY TO AUDITION
Beyond the
Stage
We're not just a dance team — we're part of something bigger. Here's who we roll with, how we give back, and where we go from here.
Campus Collaborations
Indian Students Association
01Our biggest campus partner — we team up for Diwali, cultural showcases, and joint events throughout the year.
Annual Diwali showcase co-choreography, joint cultural night performances, and cross-promotion at ISA flagship events.
Texas Talaash
02Fellow UT South Asian dance team — we share stages, swap choreo, and hype each other up at competitions.
Collaborative showcases, shared rehearsal space, and mutual support at regional Bollywood competitions.
Texas Mohini
03UT's classical Indian dance team — we collaborate on fusion pieces that blend classical and modern styles.
Fusion performance collaborations for cultural nights, combining classical technique with Bollywood choreography.
Alpha Epsilon Delta
04Pre-health fraternity — we perform at their philanthropy benefits and health awareness events.
Benefit performances at AED fundraisers, with proceeds supporting health-focused community initiatives.
Texas Raas
05UT's Garba/Raas team — we collaborate on high-energy fusion numbers for Navratri and cultural showcases.
Joint Navratri performances, fusion dance collaborations, and shared cultural festival appearances across Austin.
UT Nritya Sangam
06UT's Indian classical fusion dance team — we co-host showcases and support each other's competitions.
Co-hosted campus showcases, shared stage performances, and collaborative choreography workshops open to both teams.
Punjabawockeez
07UT's bhangra crew known for explosive energy and intricate formations — we share the stage for fusion showcases and cultural nights.
Joint fusion performances combining bhangra energy with Bollywood choreography, shared cultural festival appearances, and collaborative stage pieces.
Jhalak
08UT's South Asian fusion dance team — we collaborate on co-hosted showcases and support each other's competition seasons.
Co-hosted campus showcases, cross-team choreography exchanges, and mutual competition support throughout the year.
Raas Rodeo
09UT's competitive Garba/Raas team and hosts of the annual Raas Rodeo competition — we perform at their flagship event and collaborate on fusion pieces.
Exhibition performances at Raas Rodeo competition, joint Navratri showcases, and collaborative fusion choreography for cultural nights.
Fundraisers We Run
F1
Our biggest night of the year. Full production, open to everyone, and all proceeds go toward getting us to nationals.
Dance Workshops
Open dance workshops taught by our choreographers. All levels welcome — come vibe with us and support the team.
Say Hi
Questions about auditions, collabs, or anything else? Reach out.
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