An Arangetram classical dance recital signifies the debut recital of a classical dancer who also learns about Indian history, mythology, religion, customs and culture.

Nitya Ragini Madabhushi is the daughter of Prahlad and Sabrina Madabhushi. Nitya has completed her diploma in Bharatanatyam and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dance through Alagappa University. Nitya is a Sensei who also holds an Adult Black belt in the Shito-Ryu martial arts field and has represented Team USA at the World Karate Championships four times in Italy, Orlando and Ireland. She won one silver and three bronze medals in these world championships.

Among the chief guests were Tampa Councilman Luis Vera, Kuchipudi Maestro KV Satyanarayana, Alagappa University chief Dr. Ram Vairavan, Cricket Council USA President Maq Qureshi, Internationally popular Carnatic music singers Aishwarya and Saundarya. A few CDS faculty were in attendance as well.