Shivanajali Nritya Vatika creates, performs and educates through the art forms of dance, music, poetry and storytelling. Rooted in Kathak, the classical dance style of North India, SNV is dedicated to making dance accessible, inclusive and relevant. It enhances the local community by bridging diverse cultures and audiences to contribute to life’s infinite artistic expressions.
Our Vision is to develop well-prepared dancers who can carry the tradition through thier lifetime. To help provide education that contributes to the development of responsible, dedicated, determined, and creative adults in society. We strive to bring discpline, focus and artistic enlightenment through dance that helps create sucess in all aspects of our students Life.
Meet Mrs. Priyanka Waghe, the visionary behind Shivanjali Nritya Vatika. With a passion for preserving and promoting the ancient art of Kathak dance, Mrs. Priyanka embarked on a journey to introduce this rich tradition to the younger generation worldwide.
Mrs. Priyanka Kathak journey began in Ujjain at the tender age of 9, under the tutelage of Pandit Rajiv Arya. She honed her skills further at the prestigious Indirakala Sangit Vishwavidyalaya Khairagarh, earning a comprehensive 7-year diploma (Visharad - Poorna) in Kathak dance. Additionally, she holds a degree in Engineering with specialization in Electronics and Communication Engineering from RGPV University Bhopal.
Driven by a thirst for knowledge, Mrs. Waghe pursued advanced training under the guidance of Dr. Anjana Chouhan (Jaipur Gharana), culminating in a Master of Arts (Kathak Nritya) from Raja Mansingh Tomar Sangeet Vishwavidyalaya, Gwalior, in 2024. Her dedication to Kathak was showcased on the state level platform in 2007.
In 2013, Mrs. Waghe embarked on a mission to nurture budding talents, offering classes ranging from beginner to Visharad level. In 2018, her dream took shape with the establishment of Shivanjali Nritya Vatika, a fully equipped dance institution. Shivanjali Nritya Vatika, affiliated with Akhil Bhartiya Gandharv Mahavidhyalay, Maharashtra, offers professional training, ensuring holistic development of students.
Complementing her endeavors is Mr. Krishna Waghe, an accomplished Mechanical Engineer providing Sales and Marketing consultancy services to software companies across Glob. Together, they form a dynamic duo, dedicated to promoting cultural heritage and academic excellence.
