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S. Sarada, affectionately known as 'Periya Sarada teacher', was a pivotal figure in Indian classical dance, particularly Bharatanatyam, and a cornerstone of the Kalakshetra institution. Born in 1915, she received her early education at home from her grandfather, Pandit Subramania Sastri of Tanjavur, where she delved into Sanskrit plays, philosophical texts…
Journey Timeline
1915
Birth — Implied by 100th birth anniversary in 2015.
1939
Joined Kalakshetra — Joined as an honorary worker in the dance and music department at age 24. Also began her association with Theosophy.
1940
Became Head of Dance Department — Appointed Head of the Dance Department at Kalakshetra.
1961
Received Post-Graduate Diploma — Awarded Kalakshetra post-graduate diploma as a dance teacher.
1984
Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for her contributions to Bharatanatyam.
1985
Retired from Kalakshetra
2015
100th Birth Anniversary — Celebrated on September 1st, 2015.
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Awards & Honors
- 1984 · Sangeet Natak Akademi Award — Sangeet Natak Akademi
- Award — Narada Gana Sabha
Media Coverage
- Remembering Sarada, who weaved lyricism into dance
The Times of India
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