Farooq Chaudhry: Between the Light and the Shadow (Dancing Class)

In this Dancing Class episode, Laura and Rachel host Farooq Chaudhry, who reflects on his journey from childhood in Pakistan to a career in UK dance, earning him an OBE. Farooq explains how he navigated poverty, racism, and the transformative power of education and art. He recalls being inspired by Namron and later supporting a young Akram Khan, taking bold risks to help launch his early works. He explains how his more recent projects confront barriers of representation and identity in the arts. The conversation explores resilience, vision, and creating space for all in dance.Content Guidance: Light reference to abuse, crimeDate Recorded: 17th June 2025Sound Recordist: Dr Laura TaylorEditing: Amelie ThomasAudio accompaniment: Dr Jess Blaise WardAudio accompaniment mastering: Michael Ward