ESHWER NATYAALAYA
DANCE ACADEMY
TRADITIONAL BHARATHANATYAM DANCE SCHOOL
FRISCO, TEXAS
Eshwer Natyaalaya is a Bharathanatyam dance school based in Frisco, Texas. The school was founded in 2011
by Kalpana Ravishankar, and has been instilling culture and passion in their students ever since. At Eshwer Natyaalaya, students gain discipline and responsibility while immersing themselves in this ancient art. Beyond the studio, Eshwer Natyaalaya students actively participate in numerous cultural and charitable events throught the Dallas area.
Their captivating performances enrich the community with the vibrant essence of Bharathanatyam
Eshwer Natyaalaya
DANCE ACADEMY
TRADITIONAL BHARATHANATYAM DANCE SCHOOL
FRISCO, TEXAS
Eshwer Natyaalaya
DANCE ACADEMY
TRADITIONAL BHARATHANATYAM DANCE SCHOOL
FRISCO, TEXAS
Texas. The school was founded in 2011 by Kalpana Ravishankar, and has been instilling culture and passion in their students ever since. At Eshwer Natyaalaya, students gain discipline and responsibility while immersing themselves in this ancient art. Beyond the studio, Eshwer Natyaalaya students actively participate in numerous cultural and charitable events throught the Dallas area. Their captivating performances enrich the community with the vibrant essence of Bharathanatyam
Eshwer Natyaalaya
DANCE ACADEMY
TRADITIONAL BHARATHANATYAM DANCE SCHOOL
FRISCO, TEXAS
by Kalpana Ravishankar, and has been instilling culture and passion in their students ever since. At Eshwer Natyaalaya, students gain discipline and responsibility while immersing themselves in this ancient art. Beyond the studio, Eshwer Natyaalaya students actively participate in numerous cultural and charitable events throught the Dallas area.
Their captivating performances enrich the community with the vibrant essence of Bharathanatyam
Faculty
Smt. Kalpana Ravishankar
Smt. Kalpana Ravishankar’s artistic journey began at the tender age of 4, under the esteemed guidance of her Guru V.K. Gemini Murthy. Her pursuit of excellence led her to receive advanced training in Bharatanatyam and Nattuvangam from the accomplished Smt. Gayathri Krishnaveni Lakshmanan. With a master’s degree in Bharatanatyam from the renowned Thanjavur Tamil University, Smt. Kalpana embarked on a path of imparting this art form in a holistic manner.
As the founder of Eshwer Natyaalaya in 2011, Smt. Kalpana Ravishankar has established herself as a remarkable guru, making the learning experience of Bharatanatyam immensely engaging and inspiring. With a keen eye for talent, she nurtures the abilities of each and every one of her students, bringing out their best potential. A dedicated and hardworking teacher, she also shines as a talented choreographer and dynamic performer. Through her creative endeavors, she has staged numerous notable productions, including “Aigiri Nandhini,” “Adhi Shanakararin Shanmatham,” and “Ainthinai,” to name a few.
Smt. Kalpana Ravishankar’s exceptional contributions to Bharatanatyam have not gone unnoticed. She has been honored as the Natya Shironmani by the Avvai Academy in Chennai, a testament to her remarkable achievements. Additionally, she has received the prestigious Nakanaiyaar Viruthu from the Metroplex Tamil Sangam in Dallas, acknowledging her significant impact on the dance community.
Kum. Neha Ravishankar
Neha Ravishankar, the daughter of her guru, has been immersed in the world of Bharatanatyam from a young age. Beginning formal training at 7, she has been dedicatedly dancing ever since. Her talent has earned her prestigious titles, including being a hat-trick Natyakalakaar winner and a Sanskrithi dance competition winner. She has also competed as a finalist in Frisco’s Got Talent. Neha proudly participated in Yuva Pratibha 2023, organized by the Indian Fine Arts Academy. Recognized for her active involvement in cultural events, she was honored with the “Ilaveyini Kalai Viruthu” award by the Metroplex Tamil Sangam.
Neha’s passion for the art has led her to partake in various productions, such as Ainthinai, Thiruvaasagam, and Adhi Shankararin Shanmatham. Notably, she collaborated with fellow dance professionals in the Dallas area for the Sangatamizh production, directed by Madurai R. Muralidharan. Neha’s dedication, talent, and commitment are evident throughout her journey in Bharatanatyam, which she gracefully preserves and promotes. Not only excelling as a dancer, but Neha has also been teaching alongside Smt. Kalpana Ravishankar for the past three years, forming a special bond with her students. In her classes, she ensures that learning is not just informative but enjoyable, infusing them with fun and engagement. Inspired by Neha’s dedication, her students are constantly motivated to put in their best efforts to impress their beloved teacher.
About Bharathanatyam
children beyond its artistic expression. Engaging in Bharatanatyam can significantly enhance
concentration and coordination skills in kids. The precise footwork, rhythmic movements, and intricate
hand gestures require focused attention, training the mind to stay present and develop concentration
abilities. Moreover, the coordination between footwork, hand gestures, facial expressions, and body
movements cultivates a sense of synchronization and motor skills development, refining their
coordination abilities both on and off the dance floor
About Bharathanatyam
Bharatanatyam, a beautiful and intricate Indian classical dance form, offers numerous benefits for children beyond its artistic expression. Engaging in Bharatanatyam can significantly enhance concentration and coordination skills in kids. The precise footwork, rhythmic movements, and intricate hand gestures require focused attention, training the mind to stay present and develop concentration abilities. Moreover, the coordination between footwork, hand gestures, facial expressions, and body movements cultivates a sense of synchronization and motor skills development, refining their coordination abilities both on and off the dance floor.
ESHWER
NATYAALAYA
DANCE ACADEMY
TRADITIONAL
BHARATHANATYAM
DANCE SCHOOL
FRISCO, TEXAS
Eshwer Natyaalaya is a Bharathanatyam dance school based in Frisco, Texas.
The school was founded in 2011 by Kalpana Ravishankar, and has been instilling culture and passion in their students ever since.
At Eshwer Natyaalaya, students gain discipline and responsibility while immersing themselves in this ancient art. Beyond the studio, Eshwer Natyaalaya students actively participate in numerous cultural and charitable events throught the Dallas area. Their captivating performances enrich the community with the vibrant essence of Bharathanatyam
About
Bharathanatyam
Bharatanatyam, a beautiful and intricate Indian classical dance form, offers numerous benefits for children beyond its artistic expression. Engaging in Bharatanatyam can significantly enhance concentration and coordination skills in kids. The precise footwork, rhythmic movements, and intricate hand gestures require focused attention, training the mind to stay present and develop concentration abilities. Moreover, the coordination between footwork, hand gestures, facial expressions, and body movements cultivates a sense of synchronization and motor skills development, refining their coordination abilities both on and off the dance floor.