When we heard that renowned Kathak dancer Uma Dogra has just opened up her dance school in Versova, the idea and the school piqued our curiosity. Tucked like a small shaded heaven and easy to find — being situated next to the popular landmark salon — we felt as if we had walked into a time warp. Reminding one of summer holidays and fun activities, the dance school felt like another home.

Uma Dogra (in yellow) with her senior students at her new school. Pics/Nimesh Dave