02/06/2026
75 dancers and 50 singers…”In the beginning, there is only chaos” 🎶💃 - SBDC director Sujata Banerjee MBE speaks in the middle of an exciting rehearsal with the whole performance crew together!
Hemantika and Beyond - South Asian Sounds
🗓️ Sunday 5 July 2026, 6:00pm
📍 Queen Elizabeth Hall, London
🔗 Tickets via link in bio
A landmark celebration of Indian classical dance and music will take place at Queen Elizabeth Hall this July, as Sujata Banerjee Dance Company (SBDC) and Geetanjali Academy of Fine Arts Limited (GAOFAL) present Hemantika and Beyond as part of Southbank’s South Asian Sounds Festival.
The event reflects a shared artistic vision led by Jayeeta Ghosh (Music) and Sujata Banerjee (Dance), exploring Indian classical traditions through both established repertoire and contemporary interpretation. The production emphasises continuity across generations, with a focus on participation, heritage and evolving practice.
Under the artistic direction of Sujata Banerjee MBE, 75th anniversary year of Queen Elizabeth Hall is celebrated by a masterpiece choreography by 75 intergenerational dancers with a vocal symphony by 50 singers in a large-scale collaboration that combines professional artists with community performers.
The production also marks the return of Sujata Banerjee to the stage after a ten-year hiatus, in the lead-up to her 70th birthday.
About the organisations
Sujata Banerjee Dance Company (SBDC)
SBDC is a UK-based South Asian dance company specialising in Kathak. The company is known for its work in performance, education and artist development, supporting dancers across different stages of their careers.
Geetanjali Academy of Fine Arts (GOFA)
GOFA is a London-based institution dedicated to Indian classical music, with a focus on vocal training and performance. The academy has developed a strong community of students and performers across generations.
