Smt Sailaja Chaudhary
is the Director of Sri Kuchipudi Natyalaya in Greater Boston. She is a dedicated teacher and a graceful performer, known for her deep commitment to the art of Kuchipudi. Sailaja has composed, performed, and directed numerous dance ballets, solo recitals, and group productions.
She is also the founder of “Dance for a Cause,” an initiative aimed at raising funds for charitable organizations through dance. She received her formal training under the legendary Dr. Sobha Naidu, a Padma Shri awardee and one of the foremost exponents of Kuchipudi.
With over 24 years of teaching experience and more than 34 years as a performer, Sailaja has earned several accolades. Among them is the prestigious Singar Mani title awarded at Kal Ke Kalakar by Sur Singar Samsad. She has also choreographed acclaimed dance ballets such as Sri Seetharama Kalyanamu, Deepavali, Amukthamalyada and Katha Kalika, showcasing her creativity and artistic vision.
Education and Training
Sailaja holds a Master’s degree in Kuchipudi Classical Dance from Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University. She was a recipient of the Government of India scholarship for advanced training in Kuchipudi. Additionally, she earned the Natya Visharada certification from Kuchipudi Art Academy.