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Amiruddin Shah is the first male ballet dancer from India to excel in classical ballet and has achieved notable milestones. He has been compared to the protagonist of "Billy Elliot" BBC World Service. Shah has danced professionally with the Miami City Ballet, in Miami he worked with superstar ballet choreographer Alexei Ratmansky, in the North American premiere of Swan Lake. With 2 upcoming fantasy dance films "Amiruddin Shah's THE RED DRESS" and "A Stranger in New York" and "Balanchine's Protege: John Clifford" in a 4-parts documentary film.
Amiruddin Shah | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1997 (age 26–27) |
| Education | Royal Ballet School Oregon Ballet Theatre |
| Alma mater | University of Roehampton London University of Cambridge |
| Occupation(s) | ballet dancer, actor, writer-director |
| Employer | Miami City Ballet |
| Organization(s) | TAD Pictures Releasing, short for "THEARTDOOR" |
| Known for | India's 'Billy Elliot' |
| Notable work | North American Premiere of Swan Lake. The Royal Ballet’s: Elite Syncopations. |
| Title | First Indian classical male ballet dancer |
| Awards | Lynn Seymour Award for Expressive Dance |
| Website | https://www.instagram.com/amiruddinshah_official/ |
The Royal Ballet School edit
He also holds the distinction of being the first Indian-born dancer to receive a scholarship from The Royal Ballet School.
Lynn Seymour Award edit
Shah was awarded the Lynn Seymour Award in 2019.
Netflix original film "Yeh Ballet" edit
Additionally, Shah's life story has inspired a Netflix original movie "Yeh Ballet," which showcases his journey and influence. Amiruddin Shah's accomplishments and dedication to his craft serve as an inspiration to aspiring dancers and artists worldwide. Although he did not appear in the film, Shah's influence on its creation is significant.
The Royal Opera House edit
Shah has performed as a leading soloist in the Royal Ballet's "Elite Syncopations" at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden.
Filmography edit
| Year | Film | Director | Writer | Producer | Actor | Company | Credit | Notes | Award | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Tea Time | No | No | No | Yes | Viacome18 Motion Pictures / Viacome18 Studios | Distributor | Lead Actor | Cineshorts Season - 1 | Yes |
| 2023 | A Stranger in New York | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TAD Pictures Releasing and RUMUR Films | Production company/distributor | In association with All Street Production. | ||
| 2024 | THE RED DRESS | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TAD Pictures Releasing in association with RUMUR Films | Production company/distributor | |||
| 2024 | Balanchine's Protege: John Clifford | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TAD Pictures Releasing in association with RUMUR Films | Production company/distributor | Documentary film |
References edit
- https://www.braingainmag.com/how-amiruddin-shah-pirouetted-his-way-from-mumbais-slums-to-the-royal-ballet-school.htm
- https://www.facebook.com/royal.ballet.school/posts/today-we-announce-that-the-2017-20-recipient-of-the-rbs-nadia-nerina-scholarship/2130197543672413/
- https://m.cnnindonesia.com/hiburan/20170707052530-241-226257/ujung-kaki-anak-tukang-las-melangkah-ke-new-york
- https://www.royalballetschool.org.uk/2017/10/17/nadia-nerina-scholar-announced/
- https://www.theweek.in/theweek/leisure/2020/02/28/stage-meets-screen.html
- https://scroll.in/reel/894084/sooni-taraporevala-to-make-ballet-boys-about-mumbais-homegrown-ballet-dancers
- https://www.globalindian.com/youth/story/global-indian-exclusive/an-indian-ballet-star-in-the-miami-city-ballet-amiruddin-shah-pirouettes-to-glory/
- https://www.dancemagazine.com/indian-ballet-dancer/
- https://www.instagram.com/amiruddinshah_official/?hl=en
- https://www.thebetterindia.com/283490/yeh-ballet-netflix-real-life-true-story-amiruddin-shah-manish-chauhan-mumbai/
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