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Shantala Shivalingappa is a world-renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer, primarily celebrated for her mastery of Kuchipudi. Born in Madras (now Chennai), India, she was raised in Paris, France, embodying a unique blend of Eastern and Western cultural influences. Her early education included attending the international Jeannine Manuel School in…
Journey Timeline
1976
Moved to Paris — Moved to Paris at 6 months old with her parents.
1989
Performed in '1789…et nous' — Dance soloist in Maurice Béjart's ballet.
1990-1991
Played Miranda in 'The Tempest' — Role in Peter Brook's production.
1993
Kuchipudi Arangetram — Debut performance at Kalakshetra Auditorium, Chennai.
1994-1996
Performed in 'Chimère' — Dance soloist in Bartabas's Zingaro company production.
1999
Guest dancer in 'O Dido' — Performed in Pina Bausch's new production.
2000-2001
Played Ophelia in 'Hamlet' — Role in Peter Brook's production.
2004
Choreographed 'Shiva Ganga'
2007
Premiered 'Namasya' and 'Gamaka'
2010
Collaborated on 'Play' — Duet with dancer-choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui.
2013
Awarded Bessie Award — For Outstanding Performance in 'Shiva Ganga'.
2013
Premiered 'Akasha'
2014
Performed in 'AM I' — With Shaun Parker & Company at Sydney Opera House.
2014
Created 'Blooming' — Collaboration with Charles 'Lil Buck' Riley.
2014-2015
Worked on 'Impro-Sharana' and 'We Women' — Projects in Barcelona.
2017
Began developing 'Bach' and a new solo — Collaborations with Sonia Wieder-Atherton and Aurélien Bory respectively.
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Awards & Honors
- 2013 · Bessie Award for Outstanding Performance — New York Dance and Performance Awards
Media Coverage
- Dance Review: Shantala Shivalingappa, a study in complexity and grace
The Washington Post
- Dance Review: Telling Tales Through Many Movements
The New York Times
- A Single Dance in Four Chapters
ArtsJournal
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