Srivani Vokkarane

Srivani Vokkarane is an accomplished artist trained in both Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi. She has successfully completed the Vidwath (Proficiency Level) examinations from the Karnataka State Board and received a scholarship from the Karnataka Sangeetha Nritya Academy to further her studies in Bharatanatyam.

Expanding her artistic journey, Srivani pursued Kuchipudi, training under some of the most renowned exponents of the form. She has performed at numerous prestigious dance festivals across India and the United States, earning recognition from the Sri Annamacharya Project of North America and several other cultural organizations. Srivani is also a recipient of the Illinois Arts Council Award.

With nearly three decades of dedicated practice, she remains deeply committed to preserving and promoting Indian classical dance through the Guru–Shishya Parampara. Srivani is the Founder and Artistic Director of Kaivalya Arts, where she continues to inspire and mentor aspiring dancers, nurturing a new generation of artists grounded in tradition and excellence.