02/06/2026
Shreyasi Gopinath is a Bharatanatyam dancer, teacher, choreographer, producer, and director from New Delhi, India, recognized for her powerful artistic vision and commitment to Indian classical dance. With extensive training under senior gurus and at the prestigious Kalakshetra Foundation, she has established herself as a versatile performer and creative force, seamlessly blending tradition with contemporary storytelling. As the founder of the Shreyasi Gopinath Dance Academy, she has dedicated herself to mentoring young dancers while producing and directing impactful dance-theatre works. A scholarship holder from the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, Shreyasi has represented India on prominent national and international platforms, including serving as Head of the Cultural Centre at the Consulate General of India in Réunion Island, France, under ICCR and the Ministry of External Affairs. Through her performances, productions, and cultural leadership, she continues to expand the reach of Bharatanatyam while preserving its timeless essence.
Wheel of Choices is a powerful dance-theatre production conceptualized, choreographed, produced, and directed by Shreyasi Gopinath. Drawing inspiration from the Mahabharata, the production explores the profound themes of destiny, free will, karma, and human relationships through the parallel friendships of Karna and Duryodhana, and Arjuna and Krishna. Through Bharatanatyam, expressive storytelling, and theatrical innovation, the work examines how personal choices shape one’s path, challenging audiences to reflect on the delicate balance between fate and self-determination. Combining classical tradition with contemporary thought, *Wheel of Choices* offers an emotionally compelling and philosophically rich artistic experience. Shreyasi Gopinath
