Kalpana Raghuraman

Since 2025, Kalpana Raghuraman has joined Happy Hour Chandelier as International Development Partner.

Kalpana is an acclaimed choreographer and creative force, known for her deep understanding of cross-cultural movement vocabularies and her sharp eye for artistic innovation. She currently also serves as Creative Associate at Dutch National Ballet — the first ever to be appointed from outside the traditional ballet world, underscoring her reputation as an innovator and bridge-builder.

For over a decade, Kalpana has worked closely with Gysèle ter Berg as artistic leader of the contemporary dance company Kalpanarts. Their longstanding collaboration is rooted in shared vision, mutual trust, and a deep commitment to artistic excellence — qualities that now find new expression within Happy Hour Chandelier. Having worked together for years as a tightly connected duo, their synergy and mutual understanding make for a promising and powerful alliance in this new context.

In her role at Happy Hour Chandelier, Kalpana focuses on Strategic Growth & International Expansion. She builds relationships with artist management and entertainment agencies, drawing on her broad international network and her experience as a certified coach. Her presence opens doors to new collaborations and opportunities, and she plays a key role in shaping the company’s global ambitions.

Kalpana is also a valued artistic sparring partner, contributing meaningfully to artistic innovation within HHC. Her input helps ensure that the evolving identity of Happy Hour Chandelier remains both distinctive and forward-looking.

Kalpana’s arrival marks an exciting new chapter for Happy Hour Chandelier — one that brings renewed vision, expanded global reach, and unforgettable new experiences to audiences around the world. Together, Gysèle and Kalpana form a golden duo — a creative partnership full of promise for the future.