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NatyaradanaSchool of Arts

About Natyaradana

A school built on the art, and on the learner.

Natyaradana is a modern classical performing arts academy — rooted in tradition, guided by experience, and shaped around every learner's journey.

Our story

Where it began.

Natyaradana began in 2012 with a simple desire: to preserve, teach and share classical art in the right form, while shaping individuals through the discipline, creativity and culture the art carries.

What started in Chengalpattu grew steadily. More than 400 students have since trained with Natyaradana, many progressing through Salangai Pooja and being prepared for significant cultural and performance opportunities.

Growth

Twelve years, one standard.

  1. 2012

    Founded

    Dr. Sripriya Kapisthalam founds Natyaradana to preserve, teach and share classical art in its right form.

  2. Early years

    Chengalpattu

    The academy receives a strong response, and more students join year after year.

  3. Growth

    Schools & culture

    Collaborations with schools and cultural initiatives; students progress through milestones including Salangai Pooja.

  4. Expansion

    Chennai

    Learning presence expands into Chennai and communities including Mahindra City.

  5. COVID

    Standards held

    Through challenging times, teaching quality was never compromised.

  6. Today

    Online & global

    A new chapter: live online learning for students across India and around the world.

Natyaradana students with Dr. Sripriya Kapisthalam holding certificates and awards

Philosophy

Understand the learner first.

Teach the art in the right form. Understand the learner. Help them grow. Inspire them to inspire others through the art.

Under the guidance of founder Dr. Sripriya Kapisthalam, every learner's journey is shaped around who they are — not a one-size-fits-all syllabus.

Meet the Founder

Vision

Online today. Growing tomorrow.

Natyaradana is now online-first, serving learners across India, NRI families and international students through live classes.

Looking ahead, the academy is preparing for future offline expansion in Hyderabad, and for new programmes in Carnatic Vocal, Cine Songs and Light Music — growing into a respected performing arts academy for learners everywhere.

Your journey starts here

Begin with a free trial class.

Tell us about the learner and we'll recommend the right programme. Live online classes, batches of no more than eight.