Colorful group of dancers in traditional attire performing on stage with a dark background and lightning effects.
Bright orange background with a yellow, textured, flower-shaped central area containing purple and pink text that reads 'A Beat of Our Own' and 'A Bangin' New Musical'.

Book by Rehana Lew Mirza and Mike Lew

Music and Lyrics by Sam Willmott

Choreography by Rujuta Vaidya

Directed by Stafford Arima

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— The Stage
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— Birmingham Live
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From Birmingham Rep production under previous title Bhangra Nation

An exhilarating, joyous new musical comedy, A Beat of Our Own is a celebration of dance, the traditions we inherit from yesterday and those we create for tomorrow.

After winning the state Bhangra competition, the real showdown has already begun as team mates Preeti and Mary clash over what Bhangra dancing really means to them. Dazzling dance numbers and a rousing score combine with a story that is both funny and moving to deliver a seriously great theatrical experience for all.

Winner! Best Prodcution

Logo for the Eastern Eye Arts, Outreach & Infrastructure Awards featuring stylized text and a rainbow-colored arc.
Two actors sitting back to back on a dark stage, each focused on a phone, with a geometric light pattern on the floor.
Group of performers dancing on stage, dressed in traditional Indian attire, with smiles and energetic poses.
A group of six performers on stage dressed in traditional Indian costumes, standing in a line with colorful flags, with dramatic lighting and fog creating a vibrant atmosphere.
Two young women dancing and celebrating in a colorful bedroom with posters, photos, and decorations on the walls.
Scene from a stage production featuring two main actors standing on a cart surrounded by pink and purple large flowers, with other performers in colorful costumes in the background.