Smt. Malavika Venkatasubbiah
Smt. Malavika Venkatasubbiah
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Smt. Malavika Venkatasubbiah is a versatile Bharatanatyam dancer, teacher, and choreographer, recognized for her ability to present rhythmic dance with complex structures and convey emotions effortlessly. She is a senior disciple of Guru Lalitha Srinivasan of Bangalore. Malavika founded and serves as the artistic director of Natyam Dance Academy in Edmonton, Canada, with a vision to make Indian classical dance accessible to a mainstream audience worldwide. She moved to Canada in 2006 and subsequently established her academy, also teaching in Calgary. Her artistic pursuits have led to numerous collaborative and outreach projects with other dance companies. Malavika has performed extensively in India, North America, and the UK, participating in significant events such as the Sai Nrithyotsav in Chennai and Bangalore, Bharath Nrithyotsav in Visakhapatnam, Srishti Dance and Music festival, and the Shivarathri festival in Bangalore. She is known for her impeccable performances, brilliant abhinaya (expression), and intricate footwork, often choreographing her own pieces. Awards & Honours: Natya Saradhi, Nrithya Ratna, Individual Artist Award, Cultural Diversity Arts Award.
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