Recognizing five outstanding Texans for professional and service achievements in dance by Janice LaPointe-Crump
The 2011 Dance Council Honors E
ach year five outstanding individuals are selected by the Dance Council of North Texas (DCNT) to receive the annual Dance Council Honors. The awards program is unique to the metroplex.
Celebrating the excellence of the careers and contributions by the recipi- ents, DCNT spotlights the diverse roles these individuals play to enhance and advance the art of dance.
Named for revered Dallas dance leaders, the recipients represent the best-of-the best. As dance artists, educators, and philanthropists, their stunning talents, creativity, dedication and professional accomplish- ments have enhanced the dramatic role of dance in North Texas.
The prestigious 2011 Dance Council Honors will be awarded on Sunday, October 2, 2011, 3:00 p.m., at Dallas Black Dance Theatre, in the Arts District. Parking is complementary. The ceremony includes a showcase of performances by selected DCNT Scholarship recipients and features the stunning Dallas Black Dance Theatre. Following the award ceremo- ny is a reception and an opportunity to bid on exclusive theatre items at a silent auction. Proceeds benefit DCNT and its Scholarship Program. The 2011 DCNT Honorees are:
Then, with a Government of India Scholarship, Revathi received advanced training in Bharata Natyam. Between 1964 and 1973, she performed in major recitals across India, Canada, and parts of the United States. In 1972, Revathi had the distinct honor to dance in New Delhi for then President Mr. V.V. Giri and Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
Founder and director of the Arathi School of Dance in 1980, she sowed the seeds of classical Indian dance when she opened the School in Dallas and SanAntonio. She was a founding member of the Hindu Temple Society, Irving TX. She served as President of the Indian Cultural Heritage Foundation. Between 1996 and 2009, Revathi pro- duced several full evening productions for the ICHF. She has been a guest lecturer in classical dance and culture at Texas Woman’s University. Each year she returns to her native India to expand her cre- ative horizons and take her students to study and prepare for their solo debut concerts. Under her leadership the International Asian Indian Convention was held in Dallas. The School celebrated its 25th Anniversary with internationally known dancers and choreographers.
Pictured: Michael Serrecchia in a production of “Nine” Pictured: Revathi Satyu
Mary McLarry Bywaters Award for Lifetime Contribution to Dance — Revathi Satyu An elegant and respected exponent of Bharata Natyam, classical Indian dance, Satyu performed her debut, called Arangetram, in Bangalore, India in 1963. She holds a B. A. from Bangalore University. Between 1965 and 1974 she pursued special study in Indian Music and Dance.
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Natalie Skelton Award for Artistic Excellence — Michael Serrecchia
Now a sought after choreographer/director, Michael Serrecchia, was part of the original cast of the historic Broadway production—A Chorus Line. We can view his memorabilia from that Tony award winning pro- duction permanently displayed at Dallas’ Fair Park Music Hall. Having developed his talents studying with the cream of New York’s ballet, modern dance and jazz master teachers, Michael had an 18 year Broadway career which included touring the world with Chita Rivera.
DANCE! NORTH TEXAS a publication of the dance council of north texas vol. 14 • no. 3
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