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Kirupa Ratneswaran

Bharatanatyam Teacher

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Kirupanithy Ratneswaran is a distinguished figure in Indian classical dance, particularly Bharatanatyam, known for her extensive teaching career spanning over 45 years. Her early training began in Sri Lanka under Mrs. Kala Ratnasothy for approximately four years, followed by six years of professional training with Mrs. Suseela Korairo, during which she…

Journey Timeline

1983

Pursued post-professional training in India — Studied dance and nattuvangam at Bharatha Choodamani Academy of Fine Arts under Guru Adyar K. Lakshman.

1985

Moved to Germany and toured as a professional dance artist

1986

Established her own professional Bharatanatyam training school in Germany — Opened on January 22nd.

1993

Published first book, "Bharatha Muthirai" — A book of dance theory from grade one to seven.

1993

Moved to Canada and opened Laya Bhava Dance Academy — Established the Canadian branch of her school.

1997

Published second book, "Bharatha Natyam" — A book consisting of adavus with her own illustrations.

1999

Choreographed numerous productions and toured with her group — Tours included Europe and USA.

2011

Co-founded Sahana Dance Company — Aimed at providing opportunities for Tamil Bharatanatyam artists.

2012

Received Dance Professional Grant — Awarded by the Canada Council for the Arts.

2013

Laya Bhava Dance Academy received Ontario Arts Council dance training grant — For the summer professional training program.

2014

Laya Bhava Dance Academy received Ontario Arts Council dance training grant — For the summer professional training program.

2015

Laya Bhava Dance Academy received Ontario Arts Council dance training grant — For the summer professional training program.

2018

Laya Bhava Dance Academy received Ontario Arts Council dance training grant — For the summer professional training program.

2024

Received Community Engaged Arts Grant

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  • 2012 · Dance Professional GrantCanada Council for the Arts
  • 2013 · Ontario Arts Council dance training grantOntario Arts Council
  • 2014 · Ontario Arts Council dance training grantOntario Arts Council
  • 2015 · Ontario Arts Council dance training grantOntario Arts Council
  • 2018 · Ontario Arts Council dance training grantOntario Arts Council
  • 2024 · Community Engaged Arts Grant
  • Athitha Narthaki
  • Niruthya Kalaamani

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