LEONA DEAN

Business hours:
Monday to Friday: 8am to 4pm
Saturday to Sunday: Closed

Leona Dean, a practising Attorney, Bachelor of Arts Alumnus, and Bharatha Natyam graduate, has along with her team of astonishing dancers taken South Africa by storm and earned their place as one of the best modern Indian dance groups in the country. Since establishing the Leona Dean Dance Academy in 1994, Leona Dean has taken the South African Indian dance scene to a whole new level, leaving audi

30/07/2024

Happy Birthday Raveshin Veerasamy, an extraordinary and talented performer who brings magic to the stage! 🌟 🔥

On your special day, I just want to express my gratitude for having you as my dear friend, dance partner, and the person who makes every moment brighter.

Your love, endless support and steadfast loyalty mean the world to me. I am greatly indebted to you for your the role you played in taking our dance team and shows to new heights.

I am so thankful to you for the countless sacrifices you make to get our dancers to the events, your incredible stage performances and for bringing so much happiness to our audiences.

On your birthday, I want you to know how much you mean to me. You’re not just a friend; you’re family. May your journey be filled with love and the unwavering faith that you can conquer anything.
Your presence in my life is a blessing I’ll never take for granted🙏🩷

20/07/2024

2024
Half way there and it's getting hotter 🔥
Keeping company with Raveshin, Senzo and Lloyd. See you at the finals next week!

13/07/2024

#2024
What a vibe at the Chatsworth Centre with Lloyd Paul, Leona Dean, Lee Who, Senzo Mthetha and Raveshin Veerasamy!

06/07/2024

All set for #2024 Chatsworth Centre 🇿🇦

26/06/2024

A huge thank you Chatsworth Centre Management Team for inviting me to be a part of this🙏🩷

Don't forget entries close on Sunday, 30 June!
ENTER ONLINE: https://bit.ly/CHWGotTalent_EntryForm

Leona is a lady of many talents! She’s a highly successful attorney and a celebrated dancer. With a Bachelor of Arts Degree and a Bharatha Natyam graduate, she founded the Leona Dean Dance Academy – one of SA’s largest institutes for Modern Indian dance – and she has performed at prestigious events like SAIFTA. Her contributions to Indian dance and community work have earned her several awards along the way.

📌Reminder: entries close on Sunday, 30 June!
ENTER ONLINE: https://bit.ly/CHWGotTalent_EntryForm

21/06/2024

Get ready, superstars! 🌟 Step into the spotlight at the UNFORGETTABLE Chatsworth's Got Talent competition!

This year promises to be BIGGER and BETTER! You could win a share of R85,000 in cash and prizes sponsored by Vodacom!

Showcase your talent at OUR biggest event of the year.

ENTER ONLINE: https://bit.ly/CHWGotTalent_EntryForm

09/06/2024

Who knew all these? 🎶 😅🔥

Performed by Leona Dean, Raveshin Veerasamy, Brandon Rohan, Sivashni Mari and Neha Mungal

02/06/2024

We are really feeling this song Sooseki from 😍

Performed by Leona Dean, Raveshin Veerasamy, Brandon Rohan, Sivashni Mari, Neha Mungal and Leeson Pillay

01/06/2024

Lets take this trend down south 🔥

Song: Uppu Karuvadu
Movie: Mudhalvan
Performed by: Leona Dean & Raveshin Veerasamy

Photos from LEONA DEAN's post 13/05/2024

Congratulations Raveshin Veerasamy on this outstanding accomplishment! Today, you have made everyone in your life proud of your achievement and all the effort it took to get here. It’s been my joy to watch you grow and accomplish so much these past few years! Keep chasing your dreams and talents that make you who you are and remember that you are capable of achieving greatness. Believe in yourself and never stop reaching for the stars!

20/04/2024

One of our favourite songs🔥

Song: Vaada Mapillai
Movie: Villu
Performed by: Leona Dean, Raveshin Veerasamy, Brandon Rohan, Sivashni Mari & Neha Mungal

13/04/2024

Happy Tamil New Year!
As the stars align, may the sweet melodies of the new year fill your heart with harmony and peace.

Song: En Veetu Thotathil
Movie: Gentleman
Performed by: Leona Dean & Raveshin Veerasamy
Special thank you to Brandon Rohan for the love and assistance🙏

29/01/2024

We are so excited to welcome dancers back to our classes tomorrow for our first official day of dance!

Join our vibrant community of dancers and unleash your inner creativity!
Contact us on 082 622 6588 or email [email protected]
for full details.

Featured in the picture: Raveshin Veerasamy and Neha Mungal

24/01/2024

We are very excited to welcome students back and begin classes!!!

Classes will begin from the 30th of January.

Contact us on 082 622 6588 or email [email protected]
for full details.
Featured in the picture: Leona Dean

Photos from LEONA DEAN's post 17/12/2023

A massive Thank You to our incredible audience who came out to see Rolling with Aunty Rumba!Thank you Durban!!! What a night it was!!! 2200 people!! ..and what a beautiful and amazing audience it was to perform to!!

To share the stage with the legendary Jailoshini Naidoo is a dream come true! Thank you Jailoshini for sharing the platform with us and for making all our dreams come true. You were nothing short of brilliant!!!! A huge thank you to my dear Eubulus Tracy-Venter, for coming all the way from Capetown and giving us such an outstanding performance! Thank you to Ashlen Govender for making a special appearance and gracing our stage with his beautiful voice! To my dancers, it was an honour to share the stage with such great talents. You'll were just phenomenal! Thank you to Kreason, Nicolene, my mum, mum-in-law, Karesan, our staff, family and friends for helping putting this show together! Love you guys! 🙏🙏🙏❤️

16/12/2023

SOLD OUT! 📢

Thank you, Durban, for the overwhelming response!

Tonight, we're set to dazzle and delight as 'Rolling with Rumba' takes the stage at The Globe, Suncoast Casino.

We can't wait to share an unforgettable evening of laughter and dance with each and every one of you. ✨💃🕺

11/12/2023
04/12/2023

12 days to show time!!
Be sure to catch Jailoshini Naidoo and the Leona Dean Dancers in their new dance and comedy show at Suncoast on the 16th of December!

Tickets now available from Computicket: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

LEONA DEAN Business hours:
Monday to Friday: 8am to 4pm
Saturday to Sunday: Closed

03/12/2023

Our Zee TV Miss India South Africa 2023! 🌟👸

Congratulations to our beautiful Tekayha Sukuram on your well-deserved win! You are a true inspiration to all the young girls out there, Keep on shining, keep on inspiring, and keep on being your beautiful, amazing self.
You are our reigning Queen! ❤️❤️❤️

01/12/2023

Happy Birthday to our beautiful angel RIONA GOVENDER❤️❤️❤️
She literally has the face of an angel but it's her heart of gold, that shines bright and inspires us all! A true beauty in every sense of the word, Riona set her heart on dancing 19 years ago and has emerged has one of the most formidable dancers at the academy and radiates with grace and elegance whenever she performs!
She is a lady many talents and an amazing and selfless soul who has a genuine and heartfelt passion for others.
Riona is currently completing her bachelor of commerce degree in Accounting and is a talented makeup artist for a renowned brand called Beauty in a Box Makeup.

Be sure to watch out for this beauty in "Rolling for Rumba" alongside Jailoshini Naidoo and the Leona Dean Dancers!
Tickets now available from Computicket: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

30/11/2023

Happy Birthday to the multi talented beauty, Mageshni Naidoo! 🥳🥰❤️
Mageshni is a dancer, model, actress, and a an upcoming business entrepreneur. She earned her Bachelor of Education Degree along with a Higher Certificate in Event Management. She currently works as a personal assistant while running her own business.
She has 20 years of modern Indian dance experience, 10 of which has been under Leona Dean Dance Academy. Her passion and dedication has made her one of the top leading dancers in the academy and she continues to set the stage alight with her stunning performances! Mageshni performed at the IMTA convention in New York this year and received international callbacks.
Be sure to look out for this mesmerizing beauty performance alongside her team of amazing dancers and seasoned actress Jailoshini Naidoo and in the upcoming dance and comedy show "Rolling with Rumba" on the 16th of December.

Tickets now available from Computicket: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

28/11/2023

Samiksha's passion for dance brought her to our dance academy where she began her dance journey and has been an integral part of the dance Academy for the past 12 years.

Today, Samiksha Telukdarrie is a dynamic and talented lead dancer, bringing her unique style and enthralling moves to the stage with every performance!
With her brilliant mind and dedication, Samiksha is currently a Candidate Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa. She holds a BSc. Honors degree in Mechanical Engineering and is currently working towards her Pr Eng.
Be sure to watch out for this beauty in "Rolling for Rumba" alongside Jailoshini Naidoo and the Leona Dean Dancers!
Tickets now available from Computicket: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

27/11/2023

Tier 1 tickets sold out!
Grab your seats before they run out!

https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

Dance, comedy, and a whole lot of laughter – the ultimate fusion awaits! 💃🤣 Don't miss the chance to make your festive season unforgettable this December at Suncoast! More info here https://bitly.ws/ZXsT

24/11/2023

Whether it’s his captivating performances, his exceptional dancing skills or his striking good looks, BRANDON ROHAN continues to captivates audiences and has become a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment world!

Brandon has a Bachelor of Education from UKZN and is a Department Head at a High School on the Upper South Coast. He also serves on the Umlazi South Executive Committee for the National Professional Teacher's Organisation of South Africa (Naptosa). He is career driven and passionate about working with his learners both in the classroom and on stage. When not at work, he enjoys modern Indian dance with the Leona Dean Dance Academy and voluntary work for many organisations serving children and the elderly. Rohan recently performed as a lead dancer in Taare's latest hit production entitled 'Anjali in Wonderland'.

Brandon is all set to blow you away with his dancing skills in the upcoming dance and comedy show "Rolling with Rumba" on the 16th of December.

Tickets now available from Computicket: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

22/11/2023

Her grace and beauty captivates audiences – from wedding celebrations to dance shows, Neha Mungal mesmerizes audiences wherever she performs! A Dancer, Lecturer and an Examiner at Regent Business School, Neha is the real definition of beauty and brains. There are no words that can describe her dedication to her craft, passion and brilliance! Neha has completed 18 years of dance under the guidance of Leona Dean and is now considered one of the top dancers un our midst.
You can catch this beauty along with the Leona Dean Dancers and Jailoshini Naidoo in "Rolling with Rumba" at The Globe on the 16th of December.

Tickets now available from Computicket: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

17/11/2023

Sivashni, is truly an inspiring dancer who mesmerizes audiences with her grace, beauty, passion and humility. Not only is she a seasoned performer, she also teaches at the Leona Dean Dance Academy. Her dedication, passion and commitment to nurturing young minds has helped produce some great dancers over the years! We celebrate Sivashni not only for imparting knowledge but for sharing love, offering encouragement and for sparking inspiration🙏

Whilst dance is her passion, she holds a bachelor's degree in Finance and Economics and honors degree in Business Finance from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Sivashni currently works in the finance department for Sappi Southern Africa.
She can seen together with a host of other talented artists next in "Rolling with Rumba" at The Globe on the 16th of December.

Tickets now available from Computicket: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

08/11/2023

Celebrating with Leona Dean!

Raveshin has enthralled audiences with his dynamic dance moves alongside myself and my team of dancers throughout South Africa, and is well-known for his onstage and on-screen romantic persona which is complimented by his dashingly good looks 😉

But he is more than just a ; with a Honours Degree in Marketing already to his name, Raveshin is at the tail-end of study towards a second Bachelors Degree; and by day manages one of Durbans most busiest and well-established shopping centres for a prominent listed fund.

Come watch him share the stage with Jailoshini Naidoo, Leona Dean and the in "Rolling with Rumba" at The Globe on the 16th December at 8pm.

Tickets now available from Computicket: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/rolling_with_rumba/7234130/7234140/103291

30/07/2023

Happy Birthday 🔥🔥🔥

30/07/2023

Happy birthday to our star performer, a rare and amazing soul, my dearest friend Raveshin Veerasamy

Thank you for being a part of my life, and for becoming an integral part of something that I cherish with all my heart.You have been there for me through everything and I am so thankful to know someone so incredible as you.

Thank you for taking our dance team to great heights of success. Without your dedication and hard work it would not have been possible.You deserve all the love and recognition you receive for your amazing performances and at work.

May you continue to amaze us with your magic on stage. You light up the lives of countless people whenever you perform. You are truly a blessing to this world. We have a lot of memories to be thankful for! You are a truly irreplaceable soul and I’m so lucky to have you in my life. 🙏❤

22/07/2023

Mo Vawda and the Leona Dean Dancers got audiences off their seats at Chatsworth's got Talent finals earlier today! Wow! What an amazing audience! 💃

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Our Story

Leona Dean, a practising Attorney, Bachelor of Arts Alumnus, and Bharatha Natyam graduate, has along with her team of astonishing dancers taken South Africa by storm and earned their place as one of the best modern Indian dance groups in the country.

Since establishing the Leona Dean Dance Academy in 1994, Leona Dean has taken the South African Indian dance scene to a whole new level, leaving audiences spellbound through her unique combination of drama, designer costumes and colourful props.

Her work over the years has contributed to the development of Indian dance whist sustaining culture within the community, and thus earned her several awards, one of which being the Indian Cinema Centenary Award for her contribution to the entertainment industry in South Africa.

Leona and her team of dancers earned critical acclaim following their performance at SAIFTA (South Africa India Film and Television Awards) in 2013, where they also had the opportunity to share the stage with Bollywood stars such as Priyanka Chopra, Madhuri Dixit, John Abraham, Dia Mirza and Suniel Shetty to name a few.

Leona Dean in the past choreographed and acted for popular playwrights Ronnie Govender and Essop Khan, and since, enjoyed huge success with her own productions “Bollywood Goes South” and “Ticket to Bollywood” which were staged at Sibaya Casino and Entertainment Kingdom and “Muthu’s Café”, “Radio Gaga” and “Stand Up & Dance” staged at Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World. The sold out shows featured her sensational team of dancers alongside renowned stage personalities Muthu and Sagie Murugan, Mervyn Pillay, Neville Pillay and Anasia Govender offering the audience an unforgettable experience.

Leona Dean offers dance classes on a Monday at the Merebank Community Hall, Tuesday at the Woodhurst Multi-cultural Centre, Wednesday at West Park School in Malvern and Thursday at the Shree Mariammen Temple Hall in Mount Edgecombe, from 18h00 to 19h00.

The Leona Dean Dancers can also be hired for any event, simply email the date, time and venue of your function to [email protected]

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Who knew all these? 🎶 😅🔥 Performed by Leona Dean, Raveshin Veerasamy, Brandon Rohan,  Sivashni Mari and Neha Mungal#leon...
We are really feeling this song Sooseki from #pushpa2 😍 Performed by Leona Dean, Raveshin Veerasamy, Brandon Rohan, Siva...
Lets take this trend down south 🔥Song: Uppu Karuvadu Movie: MudhalvanPerformed by: Leona Dean & Raveshin Veerasamy #leon...
One of our favourite songs🔥Song: Vaada MapillaiMovie: VilluPerformed by: Leona Dean, Raveshin Veerasamy, Brandon Rohan, ...
Happy Tamil New Year! As the stars align, may the sweet melodies of the new year fill your heart with harmony and peace....
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