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Usha Gupta is a highly respected figure in Indian classical dance, recognized for her dedication to promoting arts and culture, particularly Kathak. Born in Jalandhar, Punjab, India, in 1941, she began her journey in dance and music at the age of four or five, encouraged by her family. She holds two master's degrees in music and dance. Early in her career,…
Journey Timeline
1941
Born in Jalandhar, Punjab, India
1945-1946
Began singing and dancing — Started at age four or five
1960s
Choreographed dances for television — In New Delhi, also worked as a teacher and singer on All India Radio
1986
Visited Edmonton, Canada
1989
Immigrated to Edmonton, Canada — Founded Usha Kala Niketan (Usha Arts Studio)
1996
Hosted workshop for Brian Webb Dance Company
1997
First show under Brian Webb Dance Company umbrella
2001
Received Salute to Excellence Award
2004
Received Salute to Excellence Award
2004
Began receiving awards for production and tutoring — From Edmonton Arts Council, Alberta Dance Alliance, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, and Canada Council
2016
Inducted into Edmonton's Arts & Culture Hall of Fame
2016
Hosted and performed in 'Romeo and Juliet' — Created by Pandit Birju Maharaj
2018
Premiered 'Khoj (The Search)' — With Brian Webb Dance Company
2019-2020
Usha Gupta Dance Entourage toured India with 'Khoj' — Performed in 10 cities
2022
Received Lifetime Achievement Award — From the Council of Indian Societies in Edmonton
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- 2016 · Edmonton's Arts & Culture Hall of Fame
- 2022 · Lifetime Achievement Award — Council of Indian Societies in Edmonton
- 2001 · Salute to Excellence Award
- 2004 · Salute to Excellence Award
- 2004 · Awards for production and tutoring — Edmonton Arts Council, Alberta Dance Alliance, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, and Canada Council
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