A recital to remember

Kittu Sir's disciples provided a rich display of their talents, commitment and love for their Guru and the institution during the 3-day dance festival that commemorated the legendary Rukmini Devi and Chanu Panikkar, in March 2014. A rare mother-daughter duo brought alive touching scenes from the 'Geetopadesham'.

Coming Alive to the Memory of Masters 

On 7th, 8th and 9th March 2014, Kalakshithi came alive to the tinkling of anklets, the lilting notes of vocals and the mesmerizing sight of pure, practiced talent. Kittu Sir's disciples presented a 3-day spectacle that charmed the audience and paid homage to the memory of Rukmini Athai and Guru Chandu Panikkar. 

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Celebrating two Gentle Giants of Dance

Two people who literally shook and shaped the world of dance. One synonymous with the resurrection of Bharatanatyam and the other a doyen of Kathakali. We at Kalakshithi are proud and humbled at the same moment... to pay our tributes and celebrate the memory of Smt. Rukmini Devi Arundel and Sri Chandu Panikkar, the revered gurus of our own Kittu Sir! Come by at 6.15 on 7th, 8th and 9th March 2014 and experience the wonder that is Bharatanatyam.  

Soulful words from a dear disciple 

"I found a great Guru, to whom I'm infinitely grateful for his teachings, not only in the dance skills and dance theory, but also teachings about following the sincerity of heart, about being Good in life and trying to pursue always Good, Beauty, Honesty, hard work and determination. Kittu Sir, during my stay in Kalakshiti has taught me the best and the most he has could, gifting me of his time, knowledge with generosity and real devotion to real Art, the art that comes out from
the heart and the soul." 

Giulia Marchetti

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Gentle guidance for the formative years

Most students start at a very young age, imbibing dance skills as well as life skills from the master. They consider Kalakshithi as their home, running there for a word with their Guru and a chat or a shared giggle with their friends. The relationships formed here are very strong... and often stay so for life.