Dr. Pallavi Naik's passion of performing and imparting knowledge of this ethnic art induced her to expand the horizon. This led to the formation of Kalaprangan trust in the year 2012 with a view of providing services in the field of Indian classical arts.
Dr. Pallavi, blessed by renowned Bharatanatyam dancer and her Guru Dr. Smt. Sucheta Chapekar, pursued her Master's degree in Arts - Bharatanatyam from Pune University's Lalit Kala Kendra with outstanding grade to evolve as a professional dancer. Since then, she has been performing for various institutions, all over India. The performances stood out because of exclusive conceptualization, choreography and performances on topics such as Bhagavat Geeta, Abstract Nritta, Vritti Darshan, Trinity, Saguna Ranjana, DawtaDwita, Nrutya Sabhaa, Sawale Swaroop to name but a few.
Collaborations
Critical thinking, Creativity, Collaboration and Communication are most vital 21st century skills. We are all striving to develop and imbibe these skills today, and this is where performing arts come into play.
Performing art institutes that are built around these skills help to build a strong society culturally, and morally that is grounded in humanity and development of the invincible creative human spirit.
In the spirit of being at the helm of these skills, we are enthused to collaborate with renowned institutions that are established in the field of performing arts and education:
1. Academy of theater Arts Mumbai University
2. Akhil Bharatiya Gandharava Mahavidyalaya
3. Saraswati Mandir Trust, Lalit Kala Academy
Production
द्वैताद्वैत
नृत्य सभा
सावळे स्वरूप
तेजस्वी किरण शलाका - सावित्री
नृत्यगीताई
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Research
Bharatanatyam as a therapy for mentally challenged (Naik, 2009)
Abstract: The study was conduted to develop a methodolody to use Bharatanatyam stances, steps, gestures, postures, position, attitude and concept of abhinaya to improve motor, perceptual, physiological, cognitive, and social skills within the IQ range of 30 to 70. For this, an effective Bharatanatyam Movement Evaluation Test (BMET) was developed on a five point scale to evaluate the skill development in special students. The results showed a significant improvement in each of the skills due to the formulated methodology of Bharatanatyam therapy.
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Donations
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We are thrilled to announce that we are registered under 80g & 12 A (Registration No. – AACTK9192011).
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Anuja Madhekar
M.Com from University of Mumbai.- Bharatnatyam Visharad and Alankar from Gandharva Mahavidyalaya under the guidance of Dr. Pallavi Naik. Anuja has more than 10 years of experience in teaching, performing, and choreography. Her training in Kathak, Hindustani Vocal and Carnatic rhythm nuances has helped her understand different angles of dance better. She is a passionate theater actor. She also comperes classical music and dance concerts.
Nupur Bhave
Nupur Bhave has been studying Bharatanatyam since the age of six She started under Guru Sucheta Chapkehar and has been a student of Dr. Pallavi Naik since 2013. Deeply interested in dance as a medium for social change, she enjoys nothing more than being on stage. Other than this, she works as a Conservation Psychologist with The Habitats Trust, where she researches with communities across the country and applies psychology to understand and solve social and environmental problems. Other than this, she is an avid reader and enjoys new experiences!
Pranoti Chinmay
Bharatanatyam and Indian folk dance performer, choreographer and tutor. She has mastered more than 40 Indian folk dances through choreography and/or performances and has represented / promoted these art forms not only at national but also at international platforms. Passionate Assistant professor of environment and sustainability for more than 10 years and has Specialised as educator for Autism, ADHD and LD. Nature and wildlife interpretator since 2008. An Avid trekker and certified mountaineer.
Dr. Ashwini Sarpotdar
Has a masters degree in Homoeopathic Medical science from pune university. Medical practitioner by profession, she is currently setteled in United States. She is also a part of voluntary non profit organizations which work towards betterment of society by participating in "sewa projects" and spread of cultural awareness in diverse American society. She has always been amazed to see how different facets of Bharatnatyam dance form shapes ones personality. She wishes to help preserve and promote this most ancient scientific classical dance form.
Mr. Kshitish S. Naik
B.E. Civil M.B.A in International Business is a reputed engineer and proficient businessman. He has vast experience of more than 20 years in the field of civil engineering mainly industrial construction, Pharma companies, retro fitting and structural strengthening. He was actively involved in functioning of Sanskar Bharati, Pune and was made Samparka Prmukh, Pune Mahanagar in the year 2004 -2005. Kshitish has a powerful PR and likes to get connected with people around. Getting people together and organising events is his expertise. He looks over the administrative part of the trust.
Senior Trustees
Dr. Mr. Uday C. Kulkarni being renowned Homeopathic M.D. is practicing in the medical field for more than 50 years. He has been honoured by various prestigious awards one of them is. He is guiding torch for studying and implementing the therapeutic advantages of Bharatanatyam to special students.
Smt. Madhuri U. Kulkarni shines with the study of Indian Philosophy chiefly Shreemad Bhagawadtgeeta and Dasbodh. She plays a major role in working over creative themes for dance productions.
Smt. Madhuri S. Naik a born teacher is well versed in various nuances of scientific approaches of Indian mythology. Perfectionist by nature her advices help to incorporate varied yet novel topics and attain perfection in our dance productions.
