Event Details

“There is no art, no knowledge, no wisdom that is not found in natya.”

Sherin Jose in a featured arangetram stage pose
Sherin Jose in an arangetram stage performance
Sherin Jose during arangetram performance
Sherin Jose in a featured arangetram stage pose
Sherin Jose in recital costume under stage lighting

Natya-Sopanam

Natya-Sopanam is one of the most meaningful milestones in my journey with Bharatanatyam. As a student of Smt. Sridevi Gopinath, I step into this ceremonial moment with gratitude, discipline, and a sense of offering shaped by years of practice.

Guru: Student of Smt. Sridevi Gopinath

Event: Friday, December 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM

Venue: Indira Priyadarshini Layam Koothambalam, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala, India

Musicians

Bijeesh Krishna

Carnatic vocalist and composer with roots in the Gurukula tradition.

Charudutt V.V.

Mridangist and rhythm scholar trained through Kerala Kalamandalam and the University of Madras.

A. K. Raghunadhan

Carnatic flautist and long-time accompanist for classical dance programmes.

Shyam Kalyan M

Violinist and vocalist known for sensitive accompaniment and strong concert experience.

Honoured Guests

Kalaimamani Smt. Gopika Varma

Mohiniyattam exponent and national awardee.

Acharya Shri K. Gopinathan

Artistic Director of Shri Bharatha Kala Ashram.

Adv. Renjini Suresh

Kathakali exponent.