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of Performing Arts, MN
Nritya Kalakshetra Academy of Performing Arts
• Rukmini Devi Arundale (29 Feb 1904 – 24 Feb 1986) was an Indian theosophist, dancer and choreographer of the Indian classical dance form of Bharatnatyam, and also an activist for animal rights and welfare. She is considered the most important revivalist in the Indian classical dance form of Bharatnatyam from its original 'sadhir' style, prevalent amongst the temple dancers, Devadasis. She was well known for her pioneering academy - the Kalakshetra in Chennai, India.
• As an artistic director of Nritya Kalakshetra School of Performing Arts. She has been teaching, performing and choreographing for more than 18 years. She is a well-trained alumni of world famous Kalakshetra and a disciple of Adyar K Lakshman and KrishnaveniLakshman.
• Sivanuja has been an active contributor to all social / regional events in Minneapolis. Her students are involved in variety of performances ranging from Kalakshetra Style Bharathanatyam, Mohiniattam and Kuchipudi through Contemporary Dances and Performances. Sivanuja has been contributing to the growth of this ancient art through focused teaching on the depth of Bharathanatyam, Natyashastras, Facial Expression called Abhinaya, Basic Exercise to improve Dance Posture and Stamina. Her classes also focus on Theory of Dance and Theatre Performances. Sivanuja is a serious Proponent of the discipline with steadfast passion to the classical & theatrical art forms.
Nritya Kalakshetra Academy of Performing Arts
Events Calendar – 2016 to 2018
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Sivanuja Balaji, Artistic Director at Nritya Kalakshetra
Email: [email protected]; [email protected].
Cell: +1(201)355-7476
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