Supriya Desai
Bharatanatyam Teacher
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About
Supriya Desai is a distinguished Indian classical dancer, choreographer, and guru, renowned for her contributions to Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi. Born in Bengaluru, India, her passion for dance began at a young age, leading her to train under eminent gurus. She received her Bharatanatyam training from Guru Narmada Rao, who was a disciple of Guru Kittappa…
Journey Timeline
1978
Arangetram
1980s
Performed at high-profile events in India — Including World Kannada Conference in Mysore, ICCR events, Festival of India in the former Soviet Union.
1988-1989
Choreographed 'Mayura Darshana'
1993
Founded Payal Dance Academy — Established in North Carolina, USA.
1995
Choreographed 'Meera' — Performed in 15 cities across the US.
2002
Lead performer in 'Mahishasura Mardhini' — At the AKKA World Convention in Detroit.
2007
Student became an auditioned artist of Doordarshan
2014
Two students won national dance competitions — Second places at the AKKA world Kannada Convention.
2016
Received Sathyabhama Teacher Excellence Award
2023
Payal Dance Academy celebrated 30th anniversary
2024
Received proclamation from Mayor of Morrisville — Recognizing contributions to Indian classical dance.
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Awards & Honors
- Karnataka Kalashree — Sangeeta Nritya Academy of Karnataka
- 2016 · Sathyabhama Teacher Excellence Award
- Swara Kala Gaurav Puraskar
- 2024 · Proclamation from the Mayor of Morrisville — Morrisville, North Carolina
Media Coverage
- Dancing away overseas
The Hindu
- Supriya Desai Honoured by Morrisville Mayor for Promoting Indian Classical Dance
Supriya Desai Honoured by Morrisville Mayor for Promoting Indian Classical Dance
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