Beyond Bollywood 2022

Opened: August 24, 2022
Closing: September 03, 2022

Beyond Bollywood - 2022 - West End History , Info & More

Peacock Theatre
Portugal St, Holborn London

Returning to the West End after great success in 2015, Beyond Bollywood is a breathtakingly colourful extravaganza, taking audiences on a journey through Indian culture, dance, and music, and presenting the vibrancy and beauty of Bollywood.



Written, choreographed, and directed by Rajeev Goswami, the show follows Shaily Shergill as she leaves behind her German home to venture in to India, on a mission to fulfill her mother’s dying wish of reviving her family’s failing theatre. Will Shaily’s sacrifices be worth it and will she manage to create an unforgettable show?



Music by the legendary Indian musicians, Salim Sulaiman and lyrics by Irfan Siddiqui.



Enjoy a myriad of mesmerizing Indian dance genres, including Kalbelia, Lezim, Bihu, Garba and Kathak, and learn more about Bollywood and beyond! This show suits children aged 5+ and can be a great opportunity to introduce young people to the Indian culture.

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