Dr Archana S Rao, a true exponent of traditional Bharathanatyam, has an undying passion for ancient Indian art form. With an eye on perfection and with an eye for every little detail of the world's oldest dance form, Archana through her graceful steps makes every performance a treat to watch! Her classical approach comes to life with a revelatory description of mythological legends of the act, peerless expressions, spectacular footwork and a great repertoire of gestures.
Spreading the values of ancient traditional Bharathanatyam
Teaching Traditional Bharathanatyam with no compromise on its rules and bringing grace to the noble art form.
Inclusion of Bharathanatyam in curriculum & Dance Therapy
Bharatha Siri – National Award for Bharathantyam – Ajantha Cultural Association, Bangalore, 2012 State Award – Senior
Karnataka Siri – National Award for Yoga – Ajantha Cultural Association, Bangalore, 2012
Janapada Siri – Kuvempu University -
Abhinandana Puraskara-
Uttama Nruthyagarthi – Tunga Mahavidyalaya, Thirthahalli – 11-
Kishora Prathibhe -
Best actress award for Dance Drama Venu visarjane
Dr .Archana S Rao is a passionate dancer. She obtained her masters degree in dance from Sastra university. Archana is a versatile dancer, good in Bharathanatyam and contemporary dance forms. She is equally passionate in science, and waiting for her doctoral degree award. She is very good in imparting training in her field of science and dance and can mould any individual into a good dancer and as well a good laboratory personal assistant. I wish, her enthuse in dance never fades. She is capable of inventing new forms of dances and can contribute a lot to the field of dance. I wish her all the success in her new endeavor of starting a dance school to impart her dance knowledge to many youngsters.
Dr Girija Ganeshan
Principal Scientist ( Retired)
ICAR (Indian Institute of Horticultural Research)
Hesaraghatta lake post, Bangalore
