Masters of their art: Veteran performers share how age adds another level of richness to their art


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  • Thursday, 10 Apr 2025

‘Music is timeless,’ says Arun, who says that he is still ‘learning every day’. - Photos: Shangita Namasivayam

Chennai-based bharatanatyam dancer, teacher and choreographer PT Narendran has spent decades perfecting his craft. Now at 57, he continues to perform, teach and inspire, proving that passion and dedication transcend age.

Narendran, who trained at the Kalakshetra Foundation, credits his enduring connection to bharatanatyam to a mindset of continuous learning. “In my younger years, it was all about mastering the technique, building endurance and executing movements with precision,” he shares. “Now, I focus more on depth and storytelling. Age has given me a richer perspective.”

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