Enthralling Kuchipudi dance performance at Shilparamam in Madhapur
HYDERABAD: Disciples of renowned Kuchipudi dance mentors, Shri P. Nagajyothi and Smt. Seeta Nagajyothi from New Delhi, showcased various Kuchipudi dance styles at Shilparamam, Madhapur, Hyderabad, under the program “Kuchipudi Darpanam” on Sunday, June 16.
Telangana Chief Minister’s Principal Secretary, IAS officer Mr. V. Seshadri, graced the event as the chief guest. He praised the mentors for their significant contributions to spreading the Kuchipudi dance form and expressed pride that his daughter, Shriya, is a follower of these eminent teachers.
Disciples showcase traditional Kuchipudi styles
The performance commenced with a traditional Purva Rangam by the Hyderabad disciples, under the guidance of their Delhi-based mentors. The audience was captivated by the “Swara Jati” composed in Vasantha Raga by the illustrious Kuchipudi maestro, late Dr. Vempati Chinna Satyam. Following this, performances like “Vaaniki Vandana,” “Dashavataram,” “Aurasabdam,” “Tulsi Das Keerthana,” “Koluvaitiva,” and “Brindavana Saranga Thillana” enthralled the spectators.
Mentors Nagajyothi and Seeta Nagajyothi have carved a niche for themselves in the Kuchipudi dance tradition. Smt. Seeta Nagajyothi, a disciple of Padma Bhushan Dr. Vempati Chinna Satyam, trained under him in the 1960s and taught many students through the Kuchipudi Art Academy until the 1980s.
Many of those who learned Kuchipudi from her in the Hyderabad branch have achieved significant acclaim. Nagajyothi couple, along with their disciples from Delhi and Hyderabad, presented their traditional dance styles.
Last week (June 10-15), Smt. Seeta Nagajyothi conducted a “Back to Basics” workshop in Hyderabad. Organized in collaboration with Dr. Yashoda Thakur Rinda Sharanya Kuchipudi Artist Academy, the workshop featured the teaching of “Swara Jati,” which was performed today.
Participants in this performance included Professor T.G. Roopa, Bhamidipati Sai Sirisha, L. Shruti, Shriya Seshadri, Kavya Gopalakrishna, Rudra Vaishnavi Karanam, Shivani, Keerthana Subrahmanyam, Sai Yukta, P. Charvi, Sri Megha, Sri Manasvi, and Charita.
The event, marked by traditional excellence, showcased the rich heritage of Kuchipudi dance, leaving the audience spellbound.
