Yamini Kalluri

Artistic Director

Yamini Kalluri, an internationally acclaimed Kuchipudi dancer, has been recognized as one of the youngest sensations in the classical dance world, with interviews featured in The New York Times and on BBC Radio in 2016. Her unique artistry blends tradition with contemporary influences, rooted in her formal training at Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University and in ballet and modern dance at the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance.
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As a former instructor at the prestigious Mark Morris Dance Center and Martha Graham School, Yamini's teaching reflects her commitment to elevating Kuchipudi on the global stage. She is the visionary founder of the Kritya Foundation and its ensemble, fostering an environment for bold experimentation while preserving Kuchipudi’s classical essence.