Pedagogical Approaches to Bharatanatyam
Ian Abbott, September 2026. Introduction: Over the last 12 months, SPD has been testing and refining what it delivers in terms of a pedagogical programme in Bharatanatyam technique and critical thinking. We’ve been asking the question “What is it that we can offer that is of value and that is different to others?” During this […]
SPD Brochure
Seeta Patel Dance is delighted to be attending the 2026 editions of HKPAX, PAMS and China SPAF for the first time. These gatherings offer an exciting opportunity to meet and connect with international peers and partners across Asia, build new relationships and deepen existing ones. The brochure below introduces some of the projects Seeta Patel […]
Advanced Bharatanatyam Class by Seeta Patel Dance
Deepen your Bharatanatyam nritta practice. SPD is launching our first Advanced Bharatanatyam technique class in London, providing a space for dancers aged 18+ to delve deep into Bharatanatyam nritta technique. Classes will be delivered by Seeta Patel and SPD Company Artists, are open to intermediate/advanced level Bharatanatyam dancers (not suitable for beginners) and will focus on: Location 1: Platform Studios East – Studios LG1, 133-141 Morning Ln, […]
Doing The Work (Internally) – Organisational Change at SPD
– Ian Abbott, September 2026 – One of the big pieces of work we’ve done over the last six months has been to create and embed a new operational and organisational clarity; this type of internal work is as important to the structural health of any organisation as the external output and public facing delivery. […]
Executive Director Summary of Anatomy of Solidarity
What happens when communities make art together? Something remarkable. Seeta Patel Dance has spent the last few years in deep thought. In these fractured times of polarisation, division and othering, how can we learn from the solidarity movements and social action of the past? How can we come together to create a shared sense of […]
SUMMER TOUR OF THE RITE OF SPRING
This summer, Seeta Patel Dance takes its acclaimed outdoor production of The Rite of Spring on tour across England, bringing this powerful reimagining of Stravinsky’s iconic ballet to festivals and public spaces in Leicester, Bradford and Luton. Excitingly, The Rite of Spring outdoor touring promises to bring a new perspective to each city it visits. Performed by […]
Apply – Communications, Content & Narrative Lead
We’re looking for a proactive, creative storyteller to join SPD as our Communications, Content & Narrative Lead. Job Description This is a pivotal role. You will shape and deliver our social media, communications and digital content work- translating our artistic, talent development, community and organisational value into clear, confident narratives that resonate across our digital […]
Masterclasses in India – Apply Here
Seeta Patel Dance is hosting a 2 day masterclass on her Olivier nominated work The Rite of Spring in India. We will be coming to Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Pune and Mumbai. This version of The Rite of Spring is a reimagining of Igor Stravinsky’s iconic ballet in the Bharatanatyam dance style. Seeta Patel marries Indian classical dance […]
Apply – Choreographer-In-Training Programme 2026-27
Seeta Patel Dance’s Choreographer-In-Training 2026-27: full details and how to apply.
Go and See and Write #3
Welcome to the third and final round-up of 2025/26 of what the SPD team has been seeing, questioning and enjoying on stages and online. Our Go and See and Write programme invited every member of staff – not just those in artistic roles – to spend time in theatres, encounter other artists’ work, and write […]