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Sonia Sabri at Sladderfield School
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In November 2025, Sonia Sabri Company were delighted to launch a new South Asian Dance after-school club at St Margarets CE Junior School in Whitnash, Leamington Spa. At our weekly sessions, the pupils at St Margarets have been learning the basics of South Asian Dance, based on Kathak classical dance and South Asian folk dances – a fun and accessible ...

Sonia Sabri Company - Hundreds
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The Hundred is a thrilling tournament of 100-ball cricket matches, involving eight men's and women's teams and hosted in stadiums around the UK. This year was the fifth year of the tournament and included Birmingham’s own Birmingham Phoenix teams.

Sonia Sabri Company was commissioned to create bespoke performances for the opening ceremonies ...

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Have you ever wondered why Kathak dancers wear bells on their ankles? Ghungroo are so much more than an ornament or costume accessory, as well as being a musical instrument in their own right, they also hold huge historical, cultural and spiritual significance. In this blog we will deep dive into the importance and use of these ancient instruments ...

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Akaar 2025 was the first year where Sonia Sabri Company’s (SSCo) annual student showcase, celebrating South Asian arts and culture, extended over two nights. This was the biggest showcase yet, with 28 enthralling performances enjoyed by 328 audience members.
This year’s Akaar also hosted a record number of vocal performances, ...

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About the Author: I am Shrishti Gandhi, a Neuroscience graduate and associate artist with Sonia Sabri Company (SSCo). I manage SSCO’s dedicated dance troupe, ‘Kathakaars’, finding regular performance opportunities and performing as part of the group. Recent professional credits include performing as a dance artist for SSCo, touring ...

Sonia Sabri
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We are delighted to announce that Sonia Sabri has been appointed an MBE for her Services to Dance in the King's Birthday Honours.

This award recognises her tireless commitment to South Asian dance shown throughout her entire career. Her trailblazing contributions can be seen in her work as a performing artist, movement director ...