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Kali Futnani is a prominent Indian classical dancer and teacher specializing in Bharatanatyam, with a career spanning over 40 years. She began her extensive training at Kalanjali Dances of India in Berkeley, California, an institution known for teaching the authentic classical form of Bharatanatyam in the tradition of Kalakshetra College of Fine Arts.…
Journey Timeline
1975 or later
Began training at Kalanjali Dances of India in Berkeley — Kalanjali was founded in 1975.
Graduated with BFA in Dance and Choreography from Kalakshetra College of Fine Arts, Chennai
Joined Chennai branch of Kalanjali — Spent ten years in Chennai.
Returned to San Francisco Bay Area
Began teaching and performing with Kalanjali Dances of India — Has been learning, performing, and teaching for 40 years.
2017
Featured dancer at Ashkenaz in 'Passage to India' concert
2022
Youth dancers featured in Making History Concert
Founded Kali Dance Academy — Started 'last year' relative to source [1] publication.
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- Kali Futnani's bharatanantyam youth dancers are featured guest artists for our Making History Concert on March 19th!
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