Parvathi Ravi Ghantasala

Parvathi Ravi Ghantasala (born 7 April 1961) is an Indian Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, and teacher. She founded the Kalapradarshini School of Performing Arts in Chennai and is known for her ballets inspired by the legacy of her father-in-law, the musician Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao, and the saint-poet Annamayya.

Early life and background Parvathi Ravi Ghantasala was born on 7 April 1961. She created the Annamayya Ballet, a dance production about the 15th-century saint-poet Annamayya, using Bharatanatyam to depict his devotional songs. The production received positive reviews for its choreography.

Another work, the Tribute to Ghantasala, honored her father-in-law Ghantasala and was performed in cities like Coimbatore. She also choreographed Krishna Leela, a ballet about Lord Krishna, The Wheel Turns, which explored themes of life and spirituality, and Postcard for Each Season, which depicted seasonal changes through dance.

Parvathi has performed at festivals like the Margazhi festival in Chennai, organized by the Krishna Gana Sabha. Her work is associated with Bharathiya Vidya Bhavan in Chennai.

Legacy Through her Kalapradarshini School of Performing Arts, Parvathi has trained many students in Bharatanatyam. Her productions focus on themes related to Ghantasala and Annamayya.

Personal life Parvathi is married to the son of Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao. She resides in Chennai, where she teaches and performs.