Deshamanya Chitrasena (1921-2005) was a prominent Sri Lankan dancer known for establishing a modern Sri Lankan dance tradition while promoting traditional dance forms globally. He founded the Chitrasena Dance Company in 1943 and the Chitrasena Kalayathanaya in 1944, significantly impacting Sri Lankan arts. His innovative fusion of traditional and contemporary styles earned him international acclaim, performing for prestigious audiences and receiving numerous awards, including the Deshamanya in 1998. Chitrasena is celebrated for his pioneering contributions to dance theatre and cultural identity in Sri Lanka.
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Meaning of the name - Chitrasena
One who has a beautiful army, a warrior with a brilliant army, a skillful warrior
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Place of Birth: Kelaniya
Place of Death: Colombo
Educated At: Shantiniketan | Sri Chitrodaya Natyakalalayam | Kerala Kalamandalam
Occupation: dancer
Spouses: Vajira Chitrasena
Employers: Chitrasena Dance Company | Chitrasena Kalayathanaya
Awards Received: Deshamanya | Kala Bhushana | Kala Suri First Class | Honorary degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Fine Arts)
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 26, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for January 26, 2024 |
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| Sun | 5 Aquarius 47 | 5 Aquarius 47 | 18 Taurus 5 |
| Moon | 8 Virgo 10 | 11 Leo 33 | 6 Gemini 20 |
| Mercury | 12 Aquarius 18 | 15 Capricorn 24 | 16 Taurus 38 |
| Venus | 21 Pisces 55 | 3 Capricorn 35 | 24 Aries 19 |
| Mars | 16 Pisces 13 | 16 Capricorn 16 | 2 Gemini 14 |
| Jupiter | 17 Virgo 50 | 6 Taurus 42 | 8 Virgo 41 |
| Saturn | 25 Virgo 6 | 5 Pisces 45 | 18 Virgo 49 |
| Uranus | 3 Pisces 58 | 19 Taurus 6 | 9 Pisces 5 |
| Neptune | 12 Leo 33 | 25 Pisces 36 | 11 Leo 2 |
| Pluto | 7 Cancer 18 | 0 Aquarius 10 | 7 Cancer 14 |
| Rahu | 1 Scorpio 39 | 19 Aries 32 | 26 Libra 12 |
| Ketu | 1 Taurus 39 | 19 Libra 32 | 26 Aries 12 |
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