Smita Vadnerkar
Bharatanatyam Performer
37+
Years of Experience
2+
Students Taught
1
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About
Smita Vadnerkar is a highly respected figure in Indian classical dance, particularly known for her significant contributions to South Asian dance in the United Kingdom. She is the Artistic Director of Nupur Arts, an organization she founded approximately 35 years ago, based in Leicester, UK. Under her leadership, Nupur Arts has become a prominent…
Journey Timeline
c. 1989
Founded Nupur Arts — Implied by Nupur Arts marking 35 years in May 2024.
2020
Nupur Arts presented Nartan Online Series
2021
Received One Dance UK Lifetime Achievement Award in South Asian Dance
2021
Nupur Arts celebrated its 30th year with Äanartam festival
2023
Nupur Arts selected for Arts Council England's National Portfolio Organisation — For 2023-2026.
2023
Nupur Arts collaborated on "Emerge 2023" artist development and mentorship program
2024
Attended Buckingham Palace Garden Party — With Shreya Vadnerkar, marking 35 years of Nupur Arts.
2024
Nupur Arts presented Ānartam 2024
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Awards & Honors
- 2021 · Lifetime Achievement Award in South Asian Dance — One Dance UK
Media Coverage
- Highlights 2021
Narthaki.com
- Celebrating the beauty of classical Indian dance styles | Interview
Dance art journal
- Nupur Arts: Nartan Online
Curve Theatre, Leicester
- Meet the Artists of Nupur Arts' Ānartam 2024
Curve Theatre, Leicester
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