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Jayashree Kumar is a Bharatanatyam dancer, teacher, and choreographer currently based in Memphis, Tennessee, USA. Her journey into classical dance began at the age of seven, leading to over 14 years of rigorous training under the esteemed guidance of Guru Natyacharya Late Sri. Keshava Murthy and Kalamandalam Mrs. Usha Datar. She further solidified her…
Journey Timeline
Inducted into classical dance — At the age of seven
Dance debut (Arangetram) — At the age of ten at a state reception by the government of Karnataka
1989
Began teaching at Rama Mandira — Taught in Bangalore from 1989 to 1995
1995
Arrived in USA
1996
Began teaching in Memphis, TN — Established Kumar's School of Arts
2008
Received Outstanding Teacher Award — From India Association of Memphis, TN
2019
Received Outstanding Teacher Award — From India Association of Memphis, TN
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Awards & Honors
- 2008 · Outstanding Teacher Award — India Association of Memphis, TN
- 2019 · Outstanding Teacher Award — India Association of Memphis, TN
- Award — Sri. Devaraja Urs's 60th birthday celebrations
- First Prize, Annual Talent Competition — Timiryazev Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Moscow, Russia
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