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"Shantala" - facial expression at the heart of India tale.... Program notes described the epic story of
Shantala, finely danced by Meena Telikicherla
Choreographed and directed by Meena, Shantala proved both richly theatrical and dramatically
accessible
Washington Post, June 1999

"Shantala" - an excellent classical masterpiece demonstrated the richness of Indian culture
India Monitor, New York 1993

Meena Telikicherla - graceful and elegant, performed Shiva's cosmic dance
Sunday Gleaner - Kingston, Jamaica 1994

Meena created a compelling illusion of Queen Shantala. By her excellent footwork
Nimble movements and expressive features, Meena dominated the show.
Express India - May 1991

A very talented and mature artist, Meena excelled in Abhinaya.
India Globe - April 1989

Meena, blessed with the right personality and appropriate training, ably demonstrated
her abhinaya skills using all features and rhythmic postures of dance.
Samyukta Karnataka - July 1987

Meena gave an enjoyable Bharatanatyam recital with very satisfactory account of her
grasp over the medium.
Deccan Herald, Bangalore - July 1987

Meena excels in her Abhinaya and Laya.
Samyukta Karnataka - March 1972

Student's of "Nrityanjali" charm the audience.
India Globe - April 1990

Such a performance could have been witnessed in Mylapore, Madras. Guru Meena's
nattuvangam was effortless and precise.
News India - November 1992