Draft:Mitali Naik
Mitali Naik is an Indian Bharatanatyam Classical Artist, Performer, and Teacher from Goa. She is known for her distinguished performances, teaching, and contributions to Indian classical dance through performance, mentorship, and examination work in the field of Bharatanatyam.
Early Life
Mitali Naik was born on 2 May in Goa, India. She was brought up in Goa and proudly identifies herself as a Goan by heart. From a young age, she developed a deep interest in Indian classical dance and cultural traditions, which later inspired her journey in Bharatanatyam.
Education
Mitali Naik holds a Nritya Alankar in Bharatanatyam from the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal. She also earned a Master's Degree in Bharatanatyam (MPA) from Pune University. In addition, she holds academic qualifications in B.Com and LLB.
Career
Mitali Naik completed her Arangetram, a certified first professional solo recital of approximately three hours, in 2004. She received advanced training under renowned gurus including:
- Dr. Smt. Ambika Vishwanathan, former Head of Department at Nalanda University, Mumbai
- Dr. Smt. Kshitija Barve
- Kalaimamani Shri Janardhanan Aryambhat, former Principal of Kalakshetra Institute of Dance, Chennai
She has performed at several prestigious national festivals and venues, including:
- 27th Noopur Classical Dance Festival
- Sathyabhama Dance Festival, Visakhapatnam
- Virasat Festival
- Saras Festival
- Nakshatra Utsav
- Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (Government of Goa)
- National Youth Festival
- Sangeet Mahotsav, Ujjain
- Chennayil Vaikuntham Classical Dance Festival, Chennai
- National Stage of Shri Krishna Mandir, Udupi Krishna Math, Udupi
Mitali Naik is also a registered examiner of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal for examinations up to the Alankar Level. She actively mentors young aspiring dancers, several of whom are now involved in dance education and cultural programs.
Achievements
Mitali Naik has received several honours and recognitions for her contributions to Bharatanatyam, including:
- Sathyabhama Yuva Puraskar
- Kala Ratna Puraskar
- Nritya Guru Award by Bharat Nritya Mahotsav
- Recognition from the Rotary Club of Panjim
- Felicitation by the Samrat Club, Panjim for conceptualizing Samrat Nrityotsav 2024
Personal Life
Mitali Naik is actively engaged in nurturing young students and promoting the growth of Bharatanatyam through teaching, mentorship, performances, and cultural education initiatives.
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