Ramaa Venugopalan is a practitioner and teacher of Bharatanatyam, with over two decades of experience in performing and imparting this ancient art form. A firm believer in the traditional vocabulary and diktat of the dance form, she holds a Master's Degree in Bharatanatyam and its allied subjects such as Indian Philosophy, Indian History and study of Temple Architecture. Her commitment and expertise as a classical dancer enables her to contribute in creating innovative choreographies, videos to decipher the complexities of the dance form, and author articles on dance to help bridge the concept of the art form to a variety of audiences. A dedicated teacher, she focuses on imparting holistic training for her students, who are well versed in all aspects of the art form and have gained reputation from connoisseurs and art critics. Her students are known for their thorough knowledge of art and for adhering to the traditional pedagogy of Bharatanatyam.
Ramaa regularly conducts talks and demonstrations to a cross section of audience to help them endear themselves to the dance form.