Odyssey/ Odissi Conference 2026: Conference Policies
Robinson Hall for the Performing Arts (9027 Mary Alexander Rd, Charlotte, NC 28223). Questions? Email us at ksarkar@charlotte.edu Register
“Odyssey/ Odissi” at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is in its sixth iteration bringing together artists, educators, scholars, and students while focusing on diasporic Indian arts through community-engaged research. This conference ran as “Odissi Odyssey” focusing on the eastern Indian traditional art form of Odissi dance that remains a marginalized interdisciplinary practice. However, from 2026, the focus continues to remain on Odissi with a slight shift as we democratize the platform to wider audiences, crafts, and art forms. This conference seeks to create a forum for choreographic explorations and critical scholarship that both experiment with and interrogate labels and forms. We welcome research that brings fresh perspectives to dance history, pedagogy, and aesthetics, and that engages with the multiple ways movement continues to evolve as a dynamic living tradition.
RegistrationUNC Charlotte Department of Dance is committed to accessibility. There is no registration fees for presenters.
SubmissionsAll submissions require a 200 to 300-word abstract along with a title for the writing workshops, artist labs, research labs, emerging creatives, and keynote presentations. All submissions must be completed by the deadline, 11:59 PM, March 1, 2026. Early submission is strongly encouraged in order to avoid any technical issues, including slow uploads from multiple users.
Travel and LodgingThe following list of hotels are located in Charlotte near the University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Hilton Charlotte University Place
8629 J.M. Keynes Drive
Phone: (704) 547-7444
Distance from UNC Charlotte: Approximately 1.5 miles
Lakefront property at University Place
Onsite parking available
Complimentary WiFi
Hyatt Place Charlotte/University Research Park
640 University Center Boulevard
Phone: (704) 549-4888
Distance from UNC Charlotte: Approximately 1.8 miles
Complimentary breakfast
Complimentary WiFi
Outdoor pool
Holiday Inn Charlotte University Executive Park
8520 University Executive Park Drive
Phone: (704) 547-0999
Distance from UNC Charlotte: Approximately 1.5 miles
Onsite restaurant
Complimentary WiFi
Onsite parking available
Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte University Place
415 W.T. Harris Boulevard
Phone: (704) 593-0700
Distance from UNC Charlotte: Approximately 1.2 miles
Complimentary hot breakfast
Evening reception
Complimentary WiFi
Sonesta Select Charlotte University Research Park
333 W. W.T. Harris Boulevard
Phone: (704) 549-4888
Distance from UNC Charlotte: Approximately 1.3 miles
Complimentary WiFi
Onsite fitness center
Onsite parking available
Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte University Research Park
625 McCullough Drive
Phone: (704) 549-0400
Distance from UNC Charlotte: Approximately 1.5 miles
All-suite accommodations
Complimentary breakfast
Complimentary WiFi
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte University Research Park
8700 Research Drive
Phone: (704) 503-8100
Distance from UNC Charlotte: Approximately 1.5 miles
Complimentary breakfast
Complimentary WiFi
Indoor pool
Residence Inn by Marriott Charlotte University Research Park
8503 North Tryon Street
Phone: (704) 547-1122
Distance from UNC Charlotte: Approximately 1.0 mile
All-suite accommodations with kitchens
Complimentary breakfast
Complimentary WiFi
UNC Charlotte Marriott
9100 Robert D. Snyder Rd, Charlotte, NC 28223
Phone: (704) 978-8000
Distance from UNC Charlotte: 0.2 miles
Complimentary WiFi
Guests are encouraged to contact hotels directly for current rates, parking information, and availability.
