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Dr. Suprava Mishra is a renowned Odissi dancer, guru, choreographer, writer, and filmmaker born on July 10, 1968, in Cuttack, Odisha. With an educational background in Physics (M.Sc.) and Marketing (MBA), she started learning Odissi dance at the age of 6 and has completed ‘Visharad’ and Masters in Odissi dance from Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, Miraj.

Achievements and Honors

    • Awards:
        • Gujarat Gurav Award (2013)

        • Indira Gandhi Rajbhasa Award (2014)

        • Recognized among the 50 inspirational women of Gujarat (2022)

    • Fellowships: Received senior fellowship from the Department of Culture, Government of India.

    • Graded Artist: At Doordarshan Kendra (DDK).

Performances and Choreography

National Performances

    • Khajuraho Dance Festival (2020)

    • Konark Festival (2015)

    • Uttardha Mohotstav (2011, 2018) at Modhera, Gujarat

    • Uttaradhikar Festival (2019) in Bhopal

    • Jaipur Jathis Festival (2019)

    • Chakradhar Samaroh (2018) in Raigarh

    • Rajim Kumbh (2016) in Raipur

    • Orcha Mahotsav (2015) organized by Govt. of M.P.

    • Debadhara Festival (2013) organized by Govt. of Odisha

    • Kankariya Karnival (2009-2017) in Ahmedabad

    • Geet Govinda Festival at Dwarka, organized by Govt. of Gujarat

    • 4th Barabati Nrutyotsabaat in Cuttack

    • Nrutya Mahotsava organized by Gujarat Sangeet Natak Academy

    • Acharya Brihaspati Sammelan organized by Gujarat Sangeet Natak Academy

    • Acharya Brihaspati Sammelan organized by Sur Singar Samsad Mumbai

International Performances

    • International Literary Festival (2014) in Jabalpur, organized by Sahitya Akademy Govt. of M.P.

    • 3rd International Odissi Festival (2006) in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, organized by IPAP U.S.A.

    • International Navaratri Festival (2009) in Ahmedabad

    • International Theatre Festival (2010, 2019) in Cuttack

    • Odissi International (2012) in Bhubaneswar

    • Sai International Centre in Delhi to raise relief funds for Nepal earthquake victims

Major Dance Dramas

    • Shri Krishna Raslila (1995)

    • Shri Geet Govinda (1999)

    • Tatra Ramyutsu Nayika (2000, 70 min, 7 shows) based on Nayika’s of Kalidas

    • Yugadharma Ganga Amrut Sarita (2011) – A message for environmental protection in society

    • Vaishnaava Jana to Tene Re Kahiere (2012, 30 min, 50 shows) – Famous Bhajan of Great Poet Shri Narshi Mehta, with Multimedia Film Presentation

    • I am a Woman (2013, 30 min, 10 shows) – Theme-based presentation on ‘Nirbhaya’ (New Delhi) in Odissi dance, reflecting a sensitive issue

    • Shree Radha (2014, 110 min, 10 shows) – Based on the poem of Shri Ramakant Rath, with multimedia film presentation in Gujarati and Hindi

    • Queens Step Well: A Celebration of Womanhood through Water (2015, 108 min, 9 shows) – Based on ‘Rani Vav’ of Patan, Gujarat (a ten-century-old world heritage), with multimedia presentation

    • Mohan se Mohan (2018, 90 min, 11 shows) – Based on the virtues of Lord Krishna and Mahatma Gandhi, from the book ‘Chakra thi Charkha Sudhi’ by Shri Dinkar Joshi

    • Shri Jagannath Mahima (2022, 5 shows) – Based on the Rathyatra of Puri

Literary Contributions

    • Books:
        • ‘Bharatiya Nritya’ and ‘Odissi Nrutya aur Bharatiya Sanskruti’ (Hindi).

        • ‘Gujarat ke Jalmandiron men Pratibimbit Sanskrutik Virasat’ (Hindi).

        • ‘Dwarkara Suryasta,’ a translation of ‘Dwarkani Suriyasta’ (Oriya).

        • Book on Great Gujarati Poet ‘Shri Narshi Mehta’ (Oriya).

        • ‘Anubhuti,’ a collection of poems (Oriya).

Film and Multimedia

    • Film: Produced and acted in ‘Shriradha: Prem ki Anant Sambhavanayen,’ based on the book ‘Shreeradha’ by Padmbhushan Kabi Shri Ramakant Rath.

    • Innovation: Combines classical dance with multimedia film and new sound technology, presenting dance dramas in regional languages and integrating contemporary themes.

Philanthropy and Social Impact

    • Charity Work: Organized charity shows and supported various initiatives for earthquake victims and underprivileged girls.

    • Outreach: Conducted over 250 lecture demonstrations in schools, colleges, and educational institutions, inspiring countless students and promoting Indian culture and dance.

Research and New Initiatives

    • Research: Explored the relationship between sculptures and classical dance, and authored books on Odissi dance and cultural heritage.

    • Online Initiatives: Organized seminars, talk shows, and performances to connect various classical dance forms.

    • New Choreographies: Created dance pieces based on Indian literature, mythological stories, and environmental themes, enhancing accessibility and engagement through innovative presentations.

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