Anita Ratnam is one of India's most celebrated dancer and choreographer. Trained in the classical dances of Kerala, Anita specializes in Bharatanatyam, Kathakali and Mohiniattam. Apart from being a dancer, she has exhibited her multi-dimensional skills as trans-cultural collaborator, TV personality, author, speaker, arts presenter and cultural activist. Her initial training was under Adyar K. Lakshmanan, after which she received Rukmini Devi Arundale's advanced training in 'Kalakshetra' where
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she secured her post graduate diploma in dance. Besides, she earned a Masters degree in Television and Theatre from the University of New Orleans, U.S.A. Anita was also nominated for Ace and Emmy awards for her contribution to US television as producer-commentator on Indian art, culture and travel. Anita Ratnam was highly praised for the TV series 'Festivals of India'.