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Avani Viswanathan is a Kathak dancer associated with the Chitresh Das Institute (CDI) in San Francisco, USA. She began her Kathak training in 2012 at Pandit Chitresh Das' original institution, Chhandam, and continued at the Chitresh Das Institute, attending its first session in 2017. Her exposure to Kathak began at an earlier age through her mother, Asavari…
Journey Timeline
2012
Began studying Kathak — Started at Pandit Chitresh Das' original institution, Chhandam.
2017
Student at Chitresh Das Institute's first session
2018
Joined the Youth Company
2025
Performed graduating solo "Aastha" — Showcased a traditional Kathak solo in the style/gharana of Pandit Chitresh Das.
2026
Recipient of Kathak Dance Fellowship — Awarded by the Chitresh Das Institute.
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Awards & Honors
- 2026 · Kathak Dance Fellowship — Chitresh Das Institute
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- Youth Voices - Avani Viswanathan
Chitresh Das Institute
- THE STUNNING DANCERS OF “AASTHA”
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