Kuchipudi Artiste & Carnatic Vocalist
Keerthanna Jothiraman
Keerthanna Jothiraman, the driving force behind Gaandharva Kshethram Performing Arts, embarked on her dance journey at the tender age of 5, starting with Bharatanatyam. However, it was at the age of 8 that she was introduced to the enchanting world of Kuchipudi by the Late Guru Smt. Chitti Durga Devi. Smt. Durga Devi, a senior disciple of Guru Vempati Chinna Sathyam and director of Nartana Dance School, played a pivotal role in shaping Keerthanna’s artistic path.
Under the able mentorship of Acharya Dr. Sathyapriya, Keerthanna has been exploring the nuances of Kuchipudi, focusing on both the art and abhinaya. She has showcased her talent in various dance dramas such as Gangavatharanam, Sri Krishna Parijatham, Shivoham, and more. With over two decades of experience in performing Kuchipudi, Keerthanna has earned prestigious titles, including ‘NATYA KALA POORNA’ and ‘SWARNA MAYURI,’ acknowledging her mastery in this classical dance form.
In addition to her prowess in dance, Keerthanna is an ‘A’ graded artist of Chennai Doordarshan. Her multifaceted talent extends to Carnatic vocal music. Her profound knowledge of music serves as a strong foundation for her choreography, creating a harmonious fusion of melody and rhythm in her dance compositions.
Devoting to musical education under the guidance of Sri Paramakudi Ravindran, a disciple of Acharya Choodamani Sri. A. Sundaresan, Keerthanna seamlessly intertwines her musical and dance expertise. Her journey is marked by numerous competition victories and accolades from across India, establishing her as a distinguished artist in the realm of Kuchipudi and Carnatic music.
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Key Performances
Kartik Fine Arts, Chennai – 1994, 2010
Sankharabharanam Trust , Mylapore Fine Arts ,Chennai – 1994, 2002
Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabha , Chennai – 1994, 1998
Ugadhi Puraskar , Chennapuri Andhra Maha Sabha ,Chennai – 1995 ,1999
Chennai Port Trust , Chennai – 1995
Indian Fine Arts Society , Chennai – 1995
Brahma Gana Sabha, Chennai – 1997, 1998, 1999
Samskara Bharathi ,Akhil Bharath Nruthyotsav , Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad – 1997
Arangetram at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Chennai – 1999
Sankara Jayanthi Festival , Kanchipuram Temple – 1999
Natyothsav , Natyanjali Trust , Chennai – 2000
Vasanthothsav , Natyanjali Trust ,Chennai -2000
Bharath Natyotsav , Music Academy , Chennai – 2001
Swathi Thirunal Sabha , Thiruvananthapuram – 2001
All India Brahmo Conference , Chennai – 1997 ,2002
Natyanjali Trust , Vara Siddhi Vinayaka Temple, Chennai – 2002
Nungambakkam Cultural Academy, Chennai – 2003 , 2009
Annual Cultural Fest , NUS Cultural Centre, Singapore – 2005
Mamallapuram Dance Festival – 2007,2013
Inaugural Celebration of the 7th Asia Hockey Cup, Chennai – 2007
Annamacharya Aradhana , Kuchipudi village – 2008
Poson Festival , Sri Lankan Deputy High Commission , Chennai – 2008
Golden Temple , SriPuram , Vellore – 2008
Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanam , Chennai – 2008, 2009
Natyanjali , Chidambaram – 2009
Pondycherry Governor Felicitation Function , Chennai – 2009
Sri Padmavathi Brahmotsav , Tirupathi – 2009
World Classical Tamil Conference , Kovai – 2010
Natyanjali , Perur – 2011
Raamayaneeyam, Margazhi Festival , TAG Auditorium – 2012
Margazhi Festival, Mahalingapuram Ayyapan Temple – 2012
AIR , Ugadi Celebrations – 2013
Sapthatharangini , Museum Theatre Chennai – 2013
Tarangini Festival, Santa Clara USA – 2015
Annamacharya Aradhana, Denver USA – 2015, 2016, 2018
Urja Arts , Broomfield USA – 2018
Colorado Fine Arts Association, Denver USA – 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018
TAC Chithirai Thiruvizha, Aurora USA – 2014, 2015 , 2016, 2018
CTA Ugadi Vedukalu, Aurora USA – 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018
TAC Pongal Festival, Aurora USA – 2015, 2016 , 2018, 2019
Indian Dance Festival, Denver USA – 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019
Yaathra Dance Festival, Aurora USA – 2019
Vasantha Utsav , Centennial USA – 2019
Kartik Fine Arts, Chennai India – 2020
Renuka Dance Festival , Broomfield USA – 2022
Renuka Dance Festival , Broomfield USA – 2023
Renuka Dance Festival , Broomfield USA – 2024
Prakriti Dance Festival, Aurora USA – 2024
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