Nupur Center of Performing Arts (NCPA) and Ms.Rupa will always have a special place in my heart. I took my daughter to visit Rupa when she was 5 years old. My daughter was a student in the school and achieved many dance milestones as a result; however the lasting feeling for both my daughter and me is one of great love, deep gratitude, admiration and respect for NCPA. Through the years, I saw my daughter’s personal growth extend beyond the art itself – under her teacher’s guidance as a true – Guru and Shishya relationship. And when all is said and done, it is the relationship that is ever-lasting even when the dance comes to an end.
Santosh and I️ put our daughter’s Ishika and Krithika I️n Bhartanatyam classes from when they was 5 years old. Over the years Ishika has grown as a dancer and has learned the beauty of classical dance. Her guru, Rupa took Ishika in as one of her own and immediately made her feel comfortable and connected with Ishika over the years just as a second mother. Ishika did her arangetram at the end of her freshman year I️n high school after 10 years of learning and perfecting Bhartanatyam. We are very proud of the way she took an interest I️n classical dance as something to keep I️n touch with her culture. Rupa motivated her to learn more about the dance form and Ishika occasionally helps out teaching dance classes to young children. Our younger daughter, Krithika has also taken an interest I️n dance and started since she was young. She looked up to her sister as her inspiration and loves dancing as well. She aspires to someday have her big arangetram just like her sister. Our daughters journey through dance with Rupa has been one we are thankful for.
Bharathanatyam has taught me discipline, dedication, and perseverance. This intricate art form has opened my eyes to a rich Indian culture and an honorable heritage. I am honored to be a student of Ms.Rupa and I am forever thankful for the talent that she has instilled in me.
Bharatanatyam being one of the most respected dance forms, I am honored to be a student of Ms.Rupa. Learning this dance from a young age in my life allowed me to learn and express the stories of Hinduism through dance. We are taught to express happiness, anger, fear, and sadness through our facial expressions. I’m extremely thankful to be able to learn and perfect such a beautiful dance form like Bharatanatyam.
Completing my Arangetram was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Ms.Rupa is such a huge inspiration, and I enjoyed every minute of working with her. She is kind and generous, yet she expects a lot out of her dancers. Not only did I learn several dances, I also gained valuable skills like time management and discovered the true art of solo performing.
Completing my Arangetram was a dream come true, and I will always cherish each moment.