Bina Balakrishna Menon
Mohiniyattam Performer
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Guru Bina Balakrishna Menon is a highly respected figure in Indian classical dance, known for her expertise in Mohiniyattam, Bharatanatyam, and Kuchipudi. A disciple of the renowned "Kalamandalam Natanam" Gopalakrishnan from Chennai, she began her performing career at a very young age, traveling extensively across India and internationally. Her talent for…
Journey Timeline
1992
Founded Kalashri School of Arts — Established in NJ, NY, and PA, Tristate area.
2000
Kalashri School's 'Tarolsavam' at NJpac — First Indian show at New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
2005
Started BT Menon Memorial dance Awards — In memory of her late husband, Mr. Balakrishnan T Menon.
2006
Students performed at NJ Gov's inaugural — Kalashri School of Arts students performed for Jon Corzine.
2009
Students performed at Oscar Awards — Kalashri's senior students performed during A.R. Rahman's award-winning performance for Slumdog Millionaire.
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- First place and Best Costume awards at national and international competitions
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