Anuradha Ganesh

Artist Name: Anuradha Ganesh
Place: Portland, Oregon
School/Organization: Nartana School of Kuchipudi Dance
Website: https://www.facebook.com/nartana.kuchipudi

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nartanakuchipudi

Contact:
Email : nartanakuchipudi@gmail.com
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Anuradha Ganesh was trained in Kuchipudi style of dance under her Guru Late Smt. Chitti Durga Devi who was the senior disciple of Dr. Vempati Chinna Satyam. Anuradha was introduced to classical dance at a tender age of 3 by her father. Captivated by the graceful movements, the rhythmic complexities and elegance of Kuchipudi, she started her formal training in this art form at the age of 10. During her 14 years of training, she has performed in various dance festivals and has won many accolades. She was also awarded a scholarship from the Govt. of India for advanced training in this art form.

Now a dancer, choreographer and teacher, Anuradha heads the dance school Nartana school of Kuchipudi dance in Portland, Oregon. She has choreographed various dance pieces in Kuchipudi which ranges from complex carnatic kritis to contemporary pieces set to western orchestration. Her dance school performs in several cultural events and fundraisers in the pacific northwest region.

Anuradha's aim is to inculcate, an appreciation for this rich ancient art form, in her students and fetch Kuchipudi dance, the true identity it deserves.