Bhangra is a lively form of music and dance, traditionally used to celebrate harvest, that originated in the Punjab region in Southeast Asia. Bhangra dance itself is a couplet form of dance. The woman traditionally wears a Salwar Kameez and the man a Punjabi suit with a wonderful colorful turban. The steps are mostly identical with the woman mirroring the man’s steps. Bhangra dance was originally performed to celebrate the harvest season yet, over time, it became part of day to day life and was used in such diverse occasions as weddings and New Year celebrations and other important occasions.

During the last thirty years, Bhangra has enjoyed a surge in popularity worldwide, both in traditional form and as a fusion with genres such as hip-hop, house, and reggae. As Bhangra continues to move into mainstream culture an understanding of its history and tradition helps in our appreciation of it and its remarkable history.

About Our Workshops

• Bhangra Dance workshops are suitable for all ages and abilities and SEN
• They are fun, inspirational, educational and celebrate diversity and promote unity
• We can take up to 30 pupils in each session
• Session lengths range from 30 minutes to an hour (or more) depending upon the age of the pupils participating and your desired outcome
• Workshop content is adapted depending on the age and experience of those participating
• If desired assemblies on the Sikh faith and its origins can be added into the day
• These workshops also aim to teach pupils about Punjabi culture and the origins and importance of Bhangra to the people of India
• Workshops can lead to a showing or performance if you so wish

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