Smt. Sujatha Venkatesh

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Smt. Sujatha Venkatesh is a prominent figure in Indian classical dance, serving as the artistic director of Omkara School Of Indian Dance in Geneva, Switzerland. Born and raised in Bangalore, Southern India, she has been actively involved in teaching, training, performing, and choreographing Bharata Natyam since 1987. Her foundational training in Bharata Natyam was under the esteemed Masters Sri US Krishna Rao and Smt Chandrabhaga Devi, and later with Smt Narmada Rao. The Omkara School of Indian Dance upholds the Pandanallur style of Bharata Natyam, a lineage that traces back to the Tanjore Quartet through her gurus. Sujatha Venkatesh maintains a strong presence in Bangalore's classical dance scene through various collaborations and regularly tours both India and Europe for performances. She is committed to using performance art for social good, often donating proceeds from her shows to non-profit organizations and charities. For 25 years, she has also contributed to research and clinical applications through "The Masters of Their Conditions" project, in collaboration with Dr. Jacques Arpin. Her academy, Omkara School Of Indian Dance, established in 1987, is a center for learning Bharata Natyam and promoting Indian culture, guiding students from diverse backgrounds to develop grace, perfection, and perseverance. The school also offers Bharata Natyam examinations and certifications through the Imperial Society for Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) UK and the International Council of Dance (CID) France.