Shivani Sen & Theo Archer

Shivani has trained in Hindustani Classical music for twenty-two years, currently focusing on meditative form of classical music based on melodic improvisations and blending that with electronic and indie pop. Taking her work to international audiences, she has been ‘Highly Commended’ by BBC Radio 3 Tune into Nature Music Prize 2026 for her work blending Indian classical music with nature. Shivani has performed widely across international venues and festivals, including the Southbank Centre, Sofar London, Lowlands, Lost Village, and We Out Here. She has been awarded a residency with the Asian Arts Agency as an emerging artist in 2025 and has collaborated with prominent producers and vocalists, including Bombay Mami Paul Stanborough and Dar Disku, with her original tracks featured on platforms such as NTS Radio, Notion, DIY, BBC Radio 3 and BBC Introducing Asian Network, where she was named Artist of the Week.

Shivani will be accompanied by Theo Archer on bass guitar and live electronics. Theo is a Brixton-born multi-instrumentalist, producer & composer, bringing his international performing experience in Moroccan Gnawa, Armenian folk, Venezuelan Salsa & Hindustani fusion to the table. Theo will also be curating audio-reactive visuals to accompany him & Shivani’s performance