Vidhya Subramanian is a Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, and teacher recognized for her expertise in the Vazhuvoor style.[1][2][3]
Biography
Vidhya Subramanian was born in Chennai and began learning Bharatanatyam at a young age.[3] She trained under S. K. Rajarathnam and Abhinaya exponent Padmabhushan Kalanidhi Narayanan.[3][4][4] She made her debut (Arangetram) in 1984, and subsequently performed across India and internationally.[5][6]
After moving to the United States in 1990, she founded the Lasya Dance Company in California.[5]
As a choreographer, she has created productions that explore cultural and social themes, including female empowerment and patriarchal structures.[7][8] In addition to solo performances, she has worked as a mentor and artistic director, contributing to the development of students and ensemble works.[4][9]
Awards
Vidhya Subramanian is a recipient of the Nrithya Choodamani award from Krishna Gana Sabha, Chennai.[10]
She is also the recipient of awards such as Nadanamamani from Karthik Fine Arts, Chennai and Yuva Kala Bharati from Bharat Kalachar, Chennai.[6]
