Guru Sujatha Vinjamuri
Sujata vinjamuri has brought to St.louis the timeless art Kuchipudi in no small or compromising manner. A dancer of depth and intellect, sujata’s unique artistry combines elements of aesthetics, devotion and mysticism. Since a tender age, Sujata has been studying the very different styles under the tutelage of many distinguished gurus. She started kuchipudi with Ms. Sumathi Kaushal, and later perfected her styles under the personal tutelage of Dr.Vempati Chinna Satyam.
Sujata also studied Kathak and Bharatanatyam under the guidance of Guru Gopal Rao and Ms. Uma Rama Rao. She holds a Masters from Osmania University and is currently teaching the Indian dance to over 40 students in her well established school Kuchipudi Art Academy of Dance St.louis. Sujata has conceived and produced various themes like BhagavadGita, Om Shanti, and Kundalini. She has received high critical acclaim for her performance in her thought provoking productions, both in USA and India.
She has produced a documentary film “The temple and the Swan” a comparison of Kuchipudi and western Ballet dance, which was well received and appreciated by both the western and Indian audience.
