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Guru Shri. S. Sivakumar is a distinguished exponent and guru of Bharatanatyam, born in Devakottai, Ramanathapuram District, India. His journey in classical dance began at the age of 12 after he moved to Chennai for his studies. He received his initial Bharatanatyam training for eight years from Guru Smt. Chandra Dandayuthapani Pillai at Natyakalalayam.…
Journey Timeline
Age 12
Started dance career — After moving to Chennai for studies.
8 years
Learned Bharatanatyam from Guru Smt. Chandra Dandayuthapani Pillai — At Natyakalalayam.
Completed 2-year Diploma in Nattuvangam — From Guru Sri. Seetha Rama Sharma with a scholarship from Tamilnadu Government's - Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram.
Received Sangeeth Natak Akademi's fellowship — For advanced training in Nattuvangam & Vocal for Dance.
1996
Founded SHIVAKALALAYAM (Regd)-School of Fine Arts — In Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai.
1998
SHIVAKALALAYAM registered — Under The Tamilnadu Government Society Act in Chennai.
2001
Received Best Dancer Award — From former president of India Sri. R. Venkatraman & Smt. Vyjayanthi Mala Bali.
2002
Received Best Dancer Award — From the Governor of Tamilnadu Sri. Ram Mohan Rao.
2005
Worked as a Guest lecturer — For 3 months in Srishti Dance School, London.
2007
Received NATYAKALA VIPANCHEE Award — Awarded by Dr. Balamurali Krishna.
2008
Awarded and Titled as SATHYA MANORANJANA SUNDARAM — By the Bharathanjali Trust.
2010
Received Talent Promotion Endowment Award for Best Male Dancer — From Association of Bharatanatyam Artistes of India (ABHAI).
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- 2010 · Talent Promotion Endowment Award for Best Male Dancer — Association of Bharatanatyam Artistes of India (ABHAI)
- 2008 · SATHYA MANORANJANA SUNDARAM — Bharathanjali Trust
- 2007 · NATYAKALA VIPANCHEE
- 2002 · Best Dancer Award — Nrithyopasana
- 2001 · Best Dancer Award — Natyakalalayam Delhi & Delhi Tamil Sangam
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