Bollywood dance hungary, Bollywood tánc Magyarország
Bollywood tánc, indiai tánc, Bhangra
ABOUT ME
Angelika Schlakker
CHOREOGRAPHER • TEACHER • PERFORMANCE ARTIST
My name is Angelika Schlakker.
Since 2009, I have been leading Hungary’s first Bollywood, Bhangra, and Garba dance school.


“The pioneer of Bollywood dance in Hungary.”
MTV1, February 2011
Professional Journey
Art has inspired me in all its forms since childhood, and from an early age I felt a special connection to the world of India.
My background in jazz ballet, ballroom dance, musical theatre, and oriental dance all contributed to the layered perspective I later brought to Bollywood dance.
In the early years, I trained independently, and from 2007 onwards I continued to develop my skills through workshops, trainings, and intensive courses both in Hungary and internationally.
In 2009, I became the first in Hungary to introduce regular Bollywood and Bhangra dance classes.
I later expanded my studies into classical ballet, jazz techniques, stage performance, and standard and Latin dances.
In 2013, I graduated with distinction in sports coaching, and in 2015 I participated in an intensive teacher training led by the legendary Saroj Khan.
Beyond dance, I continuously explore Indian culture - its folk traditions, crafts, costumes, and diverse dance styles. For me, it is important not only to teach movement, but to share the cultural context from which these forms emerge.
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I also share this knowledge with a wider audience through short, educational videos, bringing the richness of Indian culture closer to people in Hungary.
For me, Bollywood dance is not simply a style - it is a passion and a way of life.
My goal is to share modern Indian dance, the richness of India’s folk traditions, and the joy, energy, and openness they carry with as many people as possible - not only through dance, but through a deeper understanding of the culture itself.