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Dr. Nirmala John is an accomplished Bharatanatyam teacher, choreographer, and pioneer who has significantly contributed to the art form in Sri Lanka and gained international recognition. She received her Post Diploma Certificate from Bharatakalanjali in India, an institution founded by The Dhananjayans in Chennai, where she was privileged to receive it from…
Journey Timeline
1986
Inaugurated Nirmalanjali Academy of Bharathanatyam
2020
Became Member Dancer/Choreographer of the Arts Council of Sri Lanka
2022
Obtained Ph.D from University of the Visual & Performing Arts, Sri Lanka — For the thesis 'Appropriation of Bharatanatyam dance drama into the Sri Lanka Cultural Milieu'.
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Awards & Honors
- Bunka Award — Japan
- Natyapoorna — Bharatakalanjali, Chennai
- Kalai Chudar
- Natya Kala Jothi
- Nadana Ilavarasi
- Natya Kala Mani
- Kalai Chelvi
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