How to manage your sangeet dances without losing your mind
- The Wedding Chest
- Aug 12
- 4 min read
The Sangeet. The one night when your friends turn into backup dancers, your uncle insists on a Shah Rukh Khan signature pose moment, and you’re expected to smile through it all like it's perfectly choreographed chaos. Behind the sparkle, there’s serious planning involved. From getting the playlist right to ensuring someone actually knows the steps, managing Sangeet performances requires finesse.
Here’s how to make sure your dance floor dreams don’t turn into a rehearsal room nightmare.
1 Hire a Choreographer
This is the gold standard. A choreographer takes the mental load off your shoulders and turns your dance wishlist into an actual performance. They’ll assist in selecting the right songs, create routines tailored to your team’s skill levels, help coordinate rehearsals, and ensure everyone’s in sync (or at least appears to be). Ideal if you're looking for a tight production, someone to keep the rowdy cousins in line, and minimal last-minute panic.
Singapore-based Choreographers
ROYALUSION
This dynamic troupe blends Bollywood drama with street-style edge. From bespoke wedding choreography to live performances, ROYALUSION delivers high-octane moments designed to impress.
Sneha Parekh
Choreographer, emcee, and all-around wedding muse, Sneha brings warmth, wit, and rhythm to every celebration. Her customised approach ensures every performance feels personal and polished.
Dance & Tonic
Dance & Tonic crafts choreography that’s both stylish and seamless, offering an all-inclusive service from song mixing, live practices, and custom dance video tutorials.
Bolly Dancing Singapore
A mainstay in the local dance scene, Bolly Dancing Singapore offers feel-good Bollywood choreography, fitness-style classes, and vibrant routines for sangeets, mehndis, and other special occasions.
2 Go Virtual
If your family is spread across time zones, consider an online choreography that sends detailed breakdowns and rehearsal videos tailored just for you. They can help you customise your dance and create your playlists ahead of the big day. The catch? You won't have someone on the ground to run rehearsals or gather the troops before they head on stage.
Virtual choreographers to consider
With over 15 years of experience and a global client list, LADC provides tailored choreography, both in-person and online.
Specialists in crafting visual storytelling through dance, from grand entries to entire sangeet storylines, Twirling Moments brings together choreography, concept, and emotion.
Maheema creates imaginative wedding dances for couples and families, with her video-based choreography making it easy to learn from anywhere, while still feeling intimately customised.
Dhruvi Shah Dance Wedding Choreography
A global choreography brand with 150+ sangeets under their belt and seamless online sessions.
3 Pre-made Tutorials
There’s a YouTube tutorial for everything now, including the top Sangeet hits. These videos are great when you want something plug-and-play. Send the link to your bridal party, give them a deadline, and cross it off your list. Another go-to option for international guests, smaller performances, or those on a budget.
The catch? You’re stuck with pre-set choreography, which might not suit your theme or your cousin’s questionable rhythm. You also won’t have a dance team physically present to rally the troops, coordinate rehearsals, and so on.
Our favourite channels
Your go-to for fun, accessible Bollywood dance tutorials. Da Choreo’s video library is a haven for beginners, with curated, step-by-step routines and tutorials. These tutorials are available on a rental basis, all at budget-friendly price points.
@twirlwithjazzbyjasmindango174
A favourite among bridesmaids and beginners alike, Jazz's free tutorials are loved for their clear, step-by-step breakdowns.
If you're after energy and variety, Jeel Patel delivers. Her choreography is bold, vibrant, and packed with song options, best for high-impact moments on the sangeet stage.
For those who like their learning casual and fun, this TikTok channel hits the sweet spot. Expect easy-to-follow tutorials, popular song requests directly from the comments, and a relaxed vibe that takes the pressure off.
Looking for that perfect couple’s dance? Nritya Nation offers elegant, romantic choreography ideal for first dances, couple entries, or heartfelt moments on stage — all with clear online guidance.
Pro-Tip: Assign a trusted sibling or friend as Dance Captain. Give them the songs, the schedule, and the authority to chase people for practice. Their full-time job is to keep things moving, with thank-you gifts optional but encouraged.
4 Go DIY
Sometimes, all you need is a bridesmaid who lives on Reels and a speaker that actually works. If your group’s a little creative and a lot enthusiastic, go full DIY. Choose your songs, grab your crew, and build your own routines, inside jokes and all. Expect some lively chaos and lengthy rehearsals, but it’s perfect if you have that one cousin who loves choreographing and just needs their moment in the spotlight.
In the end...
Regardless of whether you're an all-in kind of family or winging it, the goal is to have fun. The best dances are rarely the most perfect; they’re the ones packed with personality. Now go forth, pick your songs, and remember: if all else fails, throw in a group thumka and hope for the best.
