Balasree Viswanathan

Guest Instructor

Balasree (Bala) Viswanathan is a South Indian artist and improviser based in Bengaluru, India. Her teaching and performing practice is informed by her traditional Indian arts training, Indian mythology, deep meditation practice, and keen interest in the human psyche creating a distinct cultural blend.
With experience teaching and performing across the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia, Bala offers a perspective that combines high-energy exploration with thoughtful reflection. Her workshops encourage improvisers to delve into their creative depths while considering their cultural backgrounds. Her approach, which includes meditative techniques, helps improvisers of all levels navigate vulnerability and spontaneity.
She encourages students to challenge themselves and develop their unique voices by fostering a supportive environment.