Join Us for an Unforgettable Experience!
Explore the artistry and depth of Bharatanatyam in exclusive workshops led by the renowned Meera Sreenarayanan.
Meera Sreenarayanan, lauded as a "sensitive dancer" for her nuanced expressions and technical excellence, hails from Guruvayur, Kerala. Her dance journey began at age four under Prakash Choondal and later advanced under R.L.V. Anand. To deepen her craft, her family relocated to Chennai, where she trained with Kalakshetra’s Nirmala Nagaraj. Now, she continues her advanced training with Indira Kadambi and explores Navarasa Sadhana with G. Venu.
A postgraduate in Bharatanatyam from the University of Madras and a diploma holder in Nritya Shastra from Nalanda Dance Research Centre, Meera has performed on over 75 stages globally, earning accolades like the Guru Smt. Poonamtai Murdeshwar Smruti Puraskar (2023) and Best Performer at Madras Music Academy (2019).
Founder of "Tatdhii Arts and Learning," Meera is committed to making the arts more accessible, blending science and art to inspire younger generations. She is also an endorsed artist of SPICMACAY.
Intermediate Workshop: Bhadrakali Stuti
Discover the Power and Grace of Bhadrakali
Immerse yourself in the Bhadrakali Stuti, a powerful hymn in Malayalam that reveres the goddess from her crown to her sacred feet. Written by Babu Narayanan and set to tune by Bijeesh Krishna in Raga Salakam and Tala Misra Chapu, this composition is more than a prayer—it is an invocation that resonates through every beat and word. The workshop will guide you through choreography tailored to match your experience, drawing from the rhythmic jatis and intricate movements.
Who Should Attend? This workshop is ideal for those who have learned Thillanas and are eager to delve deeper into Bharatanatyam. Open to intermediate dancers.
Workshop Schedule (EST):
Saturday, September 14: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday, September 16 & Tuesday, September 17: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Pricing:
$240 - Early Bird (Available until Thursday, September 5)
$250 - Regular
Advanced Workshop: Sree Ramachandra
Embark on an Emotional Journey with Kausalya
Dive deep into the heart of Sree Ramachandra, a bhajan by Sri Tulsidas Gosvami, that captures the poignant emotions of Kausalya, Rama’s devoted mother. This workshop offers a profound exploration of Kausalya's love, pride, and anguish as she witnesses her son’s epic journey. Through expressive choreography and evocative music, you will experience the full spectrum of a mother’s emotions.
Who Should Attend? This workshop is open to advanced dancers and teachers of any style with experience in abhinaya pieces.
Workshop Schedule (EST):
Saturday, September 14: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Monday, September 16 & Tuesday, September 17: 6:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Pricing:
$240 - Early Bird (Available until Thursday, September 5)
$250 - Regular
Workshops will take place at Leela School of Dance located at
For workshop inquiries please contact us at info@leela-foundation.org
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These events are partly funded by the Project Support Grant from NC Arts Council, Mission Support Grant from United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County, and Cultural Arts Non-Profit Grants Program from the Town of Cary.
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