Akademi – South Asian Dance in the UK

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Connecting
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one mudra at a time

Akademi makes vibrant, fascinating, and meaningful South Asian dance. We use the compelling power of storytelling, rhythm and gestures to create deeper connections with each other and our wider world, one mudra at a time.

Watch our brand new showreel here.

Community workshops at the British Museum, May-July 2025

Eight workshops with British Museum’s local community partners culminating in a performance. Find out more

Community event

Dance Well in Royal Stoke University Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent, 5 Jun

Performances for patients, visitors and NHS Staff as part of the hospital’s 100-year anniversary. Find out more

Hospital work
older adults participate in a dance session

Dance Well

Our wellbeing programme for hospitals and older adults

Project
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For Artists

From mentoring and advice to curated performance opportunities

Support
ornately dressed South Asian dancer depicted dancing in a museum

UK Wide Dance School Directory

Find South Asian Dance schools and training near you

Resource

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