Sriradha Paul: Bridging Odissi Artistry and Social Impact

Sriradha Paul, an experienced Odissi performer and scholar, leverages her extensive expertise to lead impactful social initiatives and international collaborations through her Arts For All trust.

Sriradha Paul, a senior disciple of Guru Bichitrananda Swain, has over two decades of experience as an Odissi performer, scholar, guide, and curator. She has earned national scholarships, ICCR support, Doordarshan grading, and SPICMACAY empanelment, captivating audiences worldwide. Beyond dance, Sriradha has significantly contributed to social causes by working with jail inmates, empowering trafficking survivors, and supporting the underprivileged. 

She founded Arts For All, a registered trust that collaborates with movement practitioners, engages communities, and integrates arts into mainstream education. Currently, Sriradha is exploring the transition of temple sculptures from stillness to life, collaborating with Indonesian artists through an Indo-Pacific grant. Her impressive portfolio includes London exhibitions, contributions to the Choreodance Film Festival, and spellbinding performances. Recently, her article “Out of the Temple” was published in the book Choreographing Cultural Equality: For a Decentred History of Dance in Paris, further highlighting her vibrant and impactful career.

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