Daniel Phoenix Singh
Contemporary Performer
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Daniel Phoenix Singh is a distinguished choreographer and cultural leader known for his innovative work that bridges Indian traditional dance, particularly Bharatanatyam, with modern dance. Born in India, he moved to the U.S. at the age of 17 in 1990. He began his formal dance training in his early 20s, a somewhat unorthodox path that followed his early…
Journey Timeline
1990
Moved to the U.S. — Moved to the U.S. at age 17.
2003
Founded Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company
2012
Dakshina received Art Works grant — From the National Endowment for the Arts.
2013
Received Pola Nirenska Award for Leadership in Dance
2015
Recognized with Innovate Arts Award — By the Mayor of Washington, D.C.
2019
Dakshina celebrated 15th anniversary
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Awards & Honors
- 2012 · Art Works grant — National Endowment for the Arts
- 2013 · Pola Nirenska Award for Leadership in Dance
- 2015 · Innovate Arts Award — Mayor of Washington, DC
- Founders' Award for Innovation in Dance — Dance/MetroDC
- Grants for dance company's projects — National Endowment for the Arts
Media Coverage
- Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company celebrates 15 years of excellence in Dance
Joe's Movement Emporium
- Queery: Daniel Phoenix Singh
Washington Blade
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