Priyanka is a dedicated Bharatanatyam dancer and instructor based in St. Louis, MO, with over 18 years of rigorous training in the art form. She began her journey under the guidance of Guru Smt. Kripa Baskaran in Milwaukee, WI, and continues her advanced training under Kassiyet Adilkhankyzy.

Priyanka has performed extensively across the United States, showcasing her artistry at cultural festivals and prestigious venues in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Arizona, Illinois, and Missouri. She has played lead roles in classical dance ballets and performed at the renowned Cleveland Tyagaraja Aradhana. Internationally, she was awarded the ICCR scholarship in 2016 to participate in the EFCE Programme in Bangalore and has also performed in Chennai at the esteemed Hamsadhwani Theatre. She completed her Arangetram in June 2015.

Beyond dance, Priyanka has trained in Carnatic vocal music for over a decade and continues to share her passion for Indian classical and music through performances at local venues and online platforms.

As a Bharatanatyam instructor, Priyanka is committed to nurturing the next generation of Bharatanatyam dancers, bringing a strong foundation in technique, abhinaya, and tradition to her beginner and intermediate-level students.