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Sujata Banerjee is a highly respected Kathak dancer, teacher, choreographer, mentor, and educator, primarily based in the UK. She is recognized internationally for her significant contributions to the development of Kathak. Banerjee grew up in Kolkata, India, where she undertook her initial dance training. She received intensive training from legendary…
Journey Timeline
1982
Moved to UK
1982
Began teaching in UK — Within a year of moving to the UK.
1985
Founded Sujata Banerjee Dance Company (SBDC)
1987
First collaborative work with Birkshire Youth Contemporary Dance Company
2016
Received Honorary Lifetime Membership Award — From People Dancing UK.
2017
Nominated and shortlisted for Lifetime Achievement Awards — By One Dance UK.
2019
Received MBE — In the Queen's New Years Honours List.
2019
Received Lifetime Achievement Award — From One Dance UK for education and participation.
2020
Nominated for IADMS Dance Educator award
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- 2019 · MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) — Queen's New Years Honours List
- 2019 · Lifetime Achievement Award for education and participation — One Dance UK
- 2016 · Honorary Lifetime Membership Award — People Dancing UK
- 2020 · IADMS Dance Educator award (Nomination)
- 2017 · Lifetime Achievement Awards (Shortlisted) — One Dance UK
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