Mission Statement

Ishami’s mission is to explore, unite, and amplify the diverse voices, stories, and histories of the South Asian Diaspora, dismantle social and cultural constructs, through the performing arts. 

To create work using the idiom of South Asian Contemporary dance, treading the line between traditional and modern.  We aspire to show the beauty and immense range of South Asian Contemporary movement with our audiences locally and across the globe.

We value inclusivity, innovation, risk-taking and cultural exchange, to create work that is ethereal yet thought-provoking, in a safe space, where artists can tap into their full potential and outgrow their limits. Cultivating individuality, clarity of intention and crossing global boundaries to share stories and spark conversation.