Kritya School of Dance was created in 2020 by Yamini Kalluri and Isha Ferraz to preserve and further the tradition of the Indian classical arts to support self-empowerment, personal growth, and cultural appreciation for all. In 2023 Kritya Foundation was incorporated as a non-profit organization to further support the mission and to expand our program offerings. 

 

Kritya increases awareness and appreciation of the Kuchipudi dance style, an ancient cultural art form, through performances and presentations with the Kritya music and dance ensemble. We work to uplift youth, especially south Asian youth, by prioritizing all around development through our classes, art and cultural programs. We collaborate with other classical and cultural traditions to embrace and enhance the diversity of the performing arts culture and strive to bring the Kuchipudi dance style to world class venues, universities and schools.​