Her acclaimed, highly individual work has been witnessed in all kinds of venues, including theatres, outdoor and indoor sites and on film.
Her work taps into both the intellectual and physical power of dance, and is rooted in her particular vision of culture and society.
Shobana has also made a significant contribution to dance in the UK and internationally through her published writings, papers, panel presentations and broadcast interviews.
She states that her work is rooted in her experiences as a British Asian and explores the conflicts between diverse personal and cultural origins.
Her choreography draws upon various sources, including Ballet, Bharatnatyam and contemporary dance.