Introduction
Natyanjali Nrutya Kala Kendra
The Indian classical dance of Bharatanatyam has enthralled audiences since millennia. It beautifully combines music, emotions, expressions and physical movements, showcasing the multiple skills of the dancer. Natyanjali Nrutya Kala Kendra, founded by Vidushi Dr. Sahana Bhat represents the brilliance of this art form through their 2,000+ students. With humble beginnings in Sirsi, Natyanjali is now present in 25+ cities across Karnataka.
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- Indian classical dance helps ingrain vital human development values of dedication, discipline and hard work
- It significantly improves the child’s physical fitness and mental well-being
- The learning process builds confidence and focus, indirectly helping themin academics
- Continuous practice of this classical art refines their thoughts, words and actions
- Children shed inherent social interaction inhibitions and learn to express themselves confidently
- It productively channelizes their boundless energy into learning a new skill
Promoting Indian Classical Dance as a Viable Career
With Natyanjali, Bharatanatyam need not be just a hobby, but a full-fledged career.
Dr. Sahana Bhat and Mr. Pradeep Bhat were very clear that their students should be able to create a financially viable career out of Indian classical dance. They wished to provide students with a clear pathway to pursue their passion and rise up the socio-economic ladder. Hence, all interested students could choose between one of these options:
- Become a stage artiste, delivering curated performances
- Become a dance teacher, enabling many more children to learn
- Become a research scholar, contributing to the growth of the field
- Gain employment in the Government through the dance quota
Achievements
Natyanjali Nrutya Kala Kendra
1,000+ students have been personally trained by Dr. Sahana Bhat in Bharatanatyam
80% of students are girls with 50% of them from disadvantaged communities
100+ students have become professional artistes themselves
60+ students have achieved the highest academic distinction of Vidwat from the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB)
35 students are now full-fledged dance teachers in 14 districts of Karnataka, collectively teaching 1,000+ students
Photo Gallery
Our Photo Gallery
The vibrant colors of our costumes and the smiles on our dancers' faces bring the photos to life, capturing the joy and excitement of dance. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just starting out, our dance class is the perfect place to express yourself and unleash your inner artist.
Bharatanatyam for a Brighter Future
Natyanjali Nrutya Kala Kendra
Natyanjali is committed to making Bharatanatyam accessible to all sections of society. In 2018, we began visiting Government schools in and around Hubballi and Sirsi to introduce Indian classical dance to students of classes 3 to 10. We aim to reach 100 Government schools over the next 5 years.
