Introduction: Critics have hailed Sindhoor as a powerful voice for creating contemporary works of extraordinary artistry that challenge the boundaries of traditional Indian dance, yet contribute to strengthening that tradition. Sindhoor trained in the Mysore style of Bharatanatyam for more than fifteen years with legendary teacher, Dr. K. Venkatalakshamma (Mysore palace dancer). She has trained in yoga, martial arts, contemporary, aerial dance, music and theater for more than a decade.