Learn! Perform! Be a Star!
Every year Jumped Up Theatre, collaborate with Shiamak East Midlands, a member of the international Shiamak brand to bring Bollywood dance classes to Peterborough. They’re twice a year, termly programmes of 10-12 weekly classes, with each term ending in a trip to another city to perform amongst other Shiamak Dance co-horts from across the UK. It’s a fantastic evening filled with dance, music, and glitter! Fun for everyone involved.
About Shiamak Davar
Shiamak Davar (born 19 October 1961) is an Indian choreographer, often recognised as one of the first to bring contemporary jazz, Bollywood Jazz, Indo Jazz, and other western forms of dance to India. He’s known as the guru of contemporary dance in India, with heavy influence on India’s dance scene, especially in the film and theatre industries. His signature and very popular “Shiamak Style” of dance is recognised all around the world, which he used in directing choreography for the movie Mission Impossible 4, Commonwealth Games and many other famous projects and events. In July 2011, Shiamak was awarded an honorary doctorate from Middlesex University in recognition of his contribution to entertainment in India and throughout the world.
Spring/Summer Term 2026: April - July
Come and join in for this Summers term running April to July with two scheduled performances in July.
For everyone, all genders, aged 12+
Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.
When: Thursdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm
April: 23, 30
May: 7, 14, 21
June: 4, 11, 18, 25
July: 2
Performances:
Sat 4 July: End of term national Shiamak Summer Funk performance in Coventry
Sun 19 July: Jumped Up Theatres Community Dance Day at The Key Theatre
Where: Bharat Hindu Samaj Mandir
Unit 6, New England Complex, Rock Rd, Peterborough PE1 3BU
Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8qCu1f6sBQq8RHsr8
Booking a Class:
Term fee (12 classes) = Age 12-18s: £84 / Age 18+: £96
Payment can be made for the full term or in two 50% instalments - one by 18 September, one by 1 December. Attendees will need to book for the full term via bank transfer
T&Cs: Instalment plans are available, please get in touch to request more information. Please note you are committed to paying the full amount if you choose this option.
Use the link below to email us and arrange a bank transfer to book your place for this term.
Expectations in Class:
It is very important to us that our events provide a positive and respectful environment for everyone. We have drawn up some guidelines about our expectations for conduct during sessions, as well as the procedure for giving feedback during or after a session. Use the link below to read about our conduct guidelines and how to provide feedback.
Performance Opportunities
We offer students in our classes the opportunity to put their training into action by taking part in live performances in costume onstage to audiences at events around Peterborough and beyond. Previous events have included the Peterborough Celebrates Festival and Shiamak’s Summer & Winter Funk Showcases in venues across the UK.
The video here is from a performance at the Key Theatre’s Week(ender) event, where students from our classes danced with members of the public, performing choreography based on the iconic Bollywood film “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham…” while being recorded by a professional filmmaking team, Reckless Abandon Media.
Frequently Asked Questions
I’ve booked my place, do I need to do anything else?
Yes! When you book you will be sent a form to complete. Please note that all of the Jumped Up team work part-time so it can take up to a week for this form to be sent through.
Is there free parking?
Yes, there is a free car park next to Bharat Hindu Samaj Mandir.
What do I need to bring with me?
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing that you can move in, suitable footwear, such as trainers, and bring some water to keep yourself refreshed.
Who are Shiamak?
Shiamak International is the world’s biggest dance academy enriching the lives of over a million dance enthusiasts across India, Canada, Australia, the UAE and the UK. Shiamak UK pride themselves on creating the highest quality of dance and encouraging inclusivity and diversity throughout their classes.
Who is the team behind these classes?
The classes are taught by a Senior Shiamak dance instructor from the Aakash Odedra Company. They are being supported by Peterborough’s Jumped Up Theatre. You can get in touch directly with the Project Lead, Sarah Hunter.
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