Shuchita Sakwaya

Shuchita Sakwaya, currently based in NC, is a kathak dancer and educator with over 20 years of experience in the field.

She completed her Masters of Performing Arts from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi with a Gold medal in kathak and holds the UGC NET certification from the government of India for research and teaching in Performing arts. She was trained under the able guidance of Prof. Ranjana Srivastava and Dr. Vidhi Nagar, in India. Later she went on to work and learn under the mentorship of Dr. Pali Chandra. She has performed at prestigious dance festivals internationally such as Bharat Rang Mahotsav, Dhouli Kalinga Mahotsava- India, Navrang Fest by Indian Consulate General-Dubai, Swiss International Kathak Festival and many more. Over the years she has dedicated her life to promote the rich culture and tradition of Kathak and continues to do so.