the story behind onnoi
Founded in 2019, ONNOI is a non-profit organization that builds the bridge between arts, culture, literature, and music across the globe. As our ancestors immigrated to America, our traditions and art became intertwined in a melting pot of cultures. Throughout the years, we have explored collaboration and experimented with countless fusion creations, which has allowed us to reach audiences around the world.
ONNOI strives to be the melting pot for different cultural roots. Through performances, workshops, and conferences, we provide a platform to create a balance between collaborative fusions and traditional art. By connecting different parts of the world together, we can travel far and wide to enjoy the best of all cultures.
OUR GOALS
We provide a platform to educate, train, volunteer and thereby enhance the inherent human values linked to and based upon, the classical arts and culture of various forms. We aim to undertake activities such as public performances, fundraisers, educational workshops, symposia, and conferences for various arts, culture, and music.
Educational Workshops
Fundraisers
Public Performances
MEET OUR TEAM
Director
Durba Mishra
Dr. Durba Mishra is a practicing Internal Medicine physician with an interest in volunteering and education with children. She is also a cultural education tutor for the nonprofit organization “Universal Shraddha Foundation”. She loves to promote all different forms of Indian classical dance especially Odissi.
Director
Chandra De
Chandra De is a Research Assistant for an executive recruiting firm. She holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Bauer College of Business, University of Houston. Chandra has always been an admirer of performing arts in any form. She strongly believes in the value of preserving and promoting Indian art and culture and, supports ‘ONNOI’ ‘s vision in this cause. She is proud to be a member of ONNOI board of directors.
Director
Sanjay Datta
Sanjay Datta, has been keenly interested in supporting and encouraging the introduction and propagation of the rich cultural heritage of India through the Classical Indian Performing Arts, especially Odissi, across North America. A resident of Houston for over 30 years, Sanjay started his career as an academic, and currently works as an IT professional.
Operations Officer
Supradipta Datta
Supradipta Datta is a renowned exponent of the Odissi dance. Supradipta has been performing and teaching Odissi in the greater Houston area since 1997, at her own institute Kalaangan, at Silambam Houston, and also at Kala Bhavan (the educational wing of the Houston Durgabari Society). Over the years, she has been actively involved with many nonprofit organizations through performing and conducting workshops at charity events, K-12 schools in Texas, and cultural events organized by various departments She strongly believes in the mission and vision of ONNOi in providing a platform for young artists who are practicing their individual artforms away from the countries of origin thereby bringing together a group of aspiring artists who have committed to enhancing the world of art as a whole.
Technology CONTENT Coordinator
Sharmistha Maity
Sharmistha Maity is a Software Developer and Designer in Houston, TX, focused on bringing human-centered design to technology and the web. She enjoys art, design, and engaging her creative side both in and outside of work. As a classical dancer trained in Odissi, she is looking forward to see ONNOI become a place for young artists to share their passion and culture, and is excited to help the organization as its Technology Content Coordinator.
program Coordinator
Pompi Mukherjee
Pompi Mukherjee is an educator in Plano ISD, Dallas TX. She believes in building a strong foundation for a more robust learning system to enrich students in their educational journey. Extremely passionate about arts and culture and being a trained Odissi dancer, she is looking forward to her role as a “Social Media and Program Coordinator” at Onnoi. Her aim is to reach out to the global community through social media and increase awareness of the varied arts and culture as a whole.
Finance Coordinator
Kaushiki Tewary
Kaushiki Tewary is an analyst at a leading investment management firm in Austin, TX. She graduated with a degree in Finance from the McCombs School of Business at UT Austin. She is a new student and practitioner of Odissi, and is also passionate about other fine arts. Through her role, Kaushiki will strive to bring accountability and transparency as Finance Coordinator. She brings over 9 years of non-profit experience to the table, and is excited to work with a dynamic team to help ONNOI achieve its goals and mission.