Vice President
Shobana is an internationally acclaimed choreographer and founder of Shobana Jeyasingh Dance. Since 1989, she has created over 60 critically acclaimed works for diverse settings, from Palladian monasteries in Venice to contemporary fountains in London. Her choreography is celebrated for its intellectual depth and dynamic physicality, reflecting her perspective as a postcolonial global citizen.
Trained in Bharatanatyam, the classical dance of South India, Shobana also studied English Literature at the University of Sussex. Her works have toured globally and are featured in the UK’s National Curriculum for Dance. Notable collaborations include Rambert, Ballet Black, and Opera National du Rhin, with acclaimed pieces like Faultline, TooMortal, and Material Men.
Beyond choreography, Shobana has contributed to theatre, judged BBC Young Dancer, and held cultural production and leadership roles at Middlesex University and King’s College London. Her accolades include honorary doctorates, an Honorary Fellowship at Trinity Laban, and major awards such as a CBE in 2020.
