The Founder

Smt. Jyothi Sekhar

A distinguished exponent of Kuchipudi, Smt. Jyothi Sekhar has dedicated her life to the promotion of Indian Classical Dance. She was selected as a ‘B’ Grade Artist by Doordarshan in 1999, a testament to her technical excellence and artistic depth.

She established the “Gayathri School of Kuchipudi Dance” (Regd. No. 1168/2008) in 2005. Under her tutelage, students receive rigorous training not just in dance, but in the discipline required to be a true artist. She has performed in more than 1000 shows across India, bringing the beauty of Kuchipudi to diverse audiences.

"Netranandham Jyothi Nrityam"
- Vaartha Newspaper
Smt. Jyothi Sekhar

25+ Years

of Excellence

Academy Excellence

Nurturing Talent & Academic Achievement

Certifications & Affiliations

Gayathri School of Kuchipudi Dance was established in 2005 and registered in the year 2008. We are committed to academic rigor alongside artistic excellence.

  • Sri Potti Sriramulu Telugu University:
    Over the last 6 years, more than 10 students have successfully completed their certifications and diploma examinations in Kuchipudi dance conducted by the university in Hyderabad.
  • Pracheena Kala Kendra:
    We are currently preparing more than 50 students for exams conducted by Sanchalana School of Dance, affiliated to Pracheena Kala Kendra, Chandigarh University (Affl. no. NZ1306).

Guinness World Record

We proudly participated in "Maha Brinda Natyam" along with our students held at Gachibowli by Silicon Andhra in the year 2010.

Entered the Guinness Book of World Records for this massive collective performance.

Performance Highlights

Graceful presences at temples and cultural stages

Temple Recitals

  • Kanaka Maha Lakshmi Temple, Vizag
  • Yadagirigutta Brahmotsav
  • Astha Lakshmi Temple, Hyderabad

Cultural Venues

  • Thyagaraya Gana Sabha
  • Rama Krishna Matt
  • Dundigal

Special Events

  • Maha Brinda Natyam (2010)
  • Guinness Record Event

Major Productions

Original Ballets & Choreographies

2008

Sri Krishna Tatvam

A grand Dance Ballet featuring 24 students. This production was presented at the prestigious Tyagaraya Gana Sabha and conducted by Telugu Velugu, Hyderabad.

2006

Pariyavaranam

A thematic ballet focused on Nature and Environmental awareness. This unique production featured 30 students and received wide appreciation for its social message.

Festival Appearances

We have graced the stages of India's most celebrated cultural festivals.

2006

Sri Swamivari Brahmotsav

Ammavari Sala, Trichanoor, Tirupati

2006

Sri Saradhiya Dashera

Navarathri Mahotsavam Celebrations

2005

Sri Padmavati Ammavari Brahmotsaw

Mahati Auditorium, Tirupati

2001

Sankranthi Festival

Mavlankar Auditorium, New Delhi

2000

Sri Siddendra Yogi Dance Festival

Kuchipudi Village, Vijayawada, A.P.

2000

Kiranmai's Nritya Roopaka Saptaham

Thayagaraya Gana Sabha (Oct 13-19)

2000

Ugadi Festival

Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad

1999

The 6th Indian Ballet Festival

Sachin Shanker Ballet Unit, Mumbai

1999

Sankranthi Festival

Shilparamam, Hyderabad

1998

A.P. Formation Day

Necklace Road, Hyderabad

1997

Nrityotsav

Anasuya Arts Academy, Visakhapatnam

Media Recognition

"Netranandham Jyothi Nrityam"

- Vaartha

"Paravasimpa Chesina Jyothi Nrityam"

- Andhra Jyothi

"Aakattukunna Jyothi Kuchipudi Nruthyam"

- Vaartha