Blogs
🐘✨🌜 The Dancing Elephant: Trusting the Magic of Creation! 🌟🎭
⭐ TRUST plays a pivotal role in bringing dreams to life, and nowhere is this more evident than in The Dancing Elephant, the enchanting children’s theatre production by Ri Ri’s Dance Academy. As the concept creator, co-writer, and director, I, Ria Meera Munshi, place trust at the core of every step of the process—from representing authentic Indian culture and heritage 🪷🇮🇳 to collaborating with a team of brilliant strangers who share the creative vision. 🌈✨
My Debut as Writer and Director: The Journey with Sue & Sita
I’ve always believed in the power of storytelling through the arts , whether that be writing, dance or theatre. But my recent venture into co-writing and directing the children’s theatre production Sue & Sita has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career!
🌟 🗺️ Strategies & Solutions💡 🌍
This series of three reflections will share just some my learnings following a research project exploring and gaining an insight, and an understanding, into the UK’s Arts and Cultural industries as well as how diverse art forms and communities are represented and understood, with a focus on the South Asian community, funded by Arts Council England.
🌟 🗺️ Barriers & Challenges💡 🌍
This series of three reflections will share just some my learnings following a research project exploring and gaining an insight, and an understanding, into the UK’s Arts and Cultural industries as well as how diverse art forms and communities are represented and understood, with a focus on the South Asian community, funded by Arts Council England.
🌟 🗺️ Leaders & Journeys 💡 🌍
This series of three reflections will share just some my learnings following a research project exploring and gaining an insight, and an understanding, into the UK’s Arts and Cultural industries as well as how diverse art forms and communities are represented and understood, with a focus on the South Asian community, funded by Arts Council England.
Alumni Achievement Awards 2019: Salford University
I am thrilled to share that in December 2019, I received an Alumni Achievement Award from The University of Salford. These prestigious awards are presented to former students who have achieved distinction in their profession, provided exemplary service to the University or the wider community, and achieved greatness in the arts, charities, or business sectors.
Iron Oxide FREE make-up products 2019
Welcome to my iron oxide free blog. For all my life I have suffered with eczema, psoriasis and...
Pride in Hyde Award: Celebrating Community Achievements
In June 2019, I was delighted to be one of the 19 nominees who received the Pride in Hyde award. This award, now in its third year, celebrates individuals or groups who make a significant difference in the greater Hyde and Tameside area. The presentation was a public event held at POP, free for all to attend, making it a truly community-centred celebration.
Thunderstruck: Ri Ri’s Dance Academy’s First Theatrical Tour and My Debut as Assistant Director
October 2018 Thunderstruck: Ri Ri’s Dance Academy’s First Theatrical Tour and My Debut as...
Bollywood Dancing in Lanzarote: A Sunny Celebration of Indian Culture
In 2015, I had the incredible honour of bringing a slice of vibrant Indian culture to the sunny shores of Lanzarote.
69th Independence Day of India in Riga: A Spectacular Celebration
On the 20th of August 2015, I had the immense pleasure of performing and celebrating the 69th Independence Day of India in Riga, Latvia.
From Stage to Spotlight: Proficiency Award for Ria & Ri Ri’s Dance Academy
In October 2014, I had the honour of receiving the Proficiency Award in Dance & Leadership from the Shree Lohana Mahjan community group in Ashton, Manchester. This recognition was a delightful surprise and a significant milestone for me and Ri Ri’s Dance Academy.
Celebrating a Milestone: Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award
It was a beautiful day to share my journey so far, including my Honorary Doctor of Arts and the accolade that could make me the youngest Indian Manchester-born multi-faceted artist and culture entrepreneur. I also talked about my future plans and aspirations within the theatrical space and my other roles within the industry.
Dancing into History: My Bollywood Guinness World Record!
Sponsored by Rubicon, the Bollywood Guinness World Record for the most people dancing to a Bollywood routine simultaneously was shattered. This spectacular record was choreographed by none other than Dr Ria Meera Munshi, the dynamic Director of Ri Ri’s Dance Academy.