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Video from one of our first Dandiya Nights:
https://youtu.be/XKtin1OLbgI?t=48s
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Bollywood Dreams Entertainment Presents:
JAI HO! DANCE PARTY
DANDIYA NIGHT IN NEW ORLEANS
Dress up in vibrant colorful attire for our annual Bollywood night in celebration of Navratri Festival. Learn & enjoy the Gujarati Folk dance Dandiya played in groups with sticks.
Get tickets here: http://bit.ly/NOLA_Dandiya
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Hosted by celebrated Bollywood entertainer:
DJ PRASHANT
Featuring:
Tina Singh
Peter JS
Shimmy Shakti Troupe
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Friday October 19th
THE HOWLIN’ WOLF
907 South Peters St.
New Orleans, LA
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For almost 9 years we have pioneered bringing India’s festive elements to nightlife across the west coast and now NOLA, in that same spirit we bring back this unique party featuring Bollywood Dandiya dance lessons and music set – to celebrate the Navratri Festival. Dandiya is an infectious & communal folk dance performed in group with sticks in the western state of Gujarat in India.
Dressing up in colorful vibrant attire is preferred, traditional Indian style is encouraged but not required. Rest of the night will feature filmy Bollywood, Bhangra & remixes, mixed in signature style by DJ Prashant.
★ DANDIYA SPECIALS ★
– Dandiya sticks will be provided
– $8-15
– Henna by donation
– Professional photography
– Drink specials
★ MUSIC ★
The night will begin with special Bollywood-Dandiya non-stop music for 30 min, followed by the best of Bollywood, Bhangra & remixes mixed in signature style by DJ Prashant!
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★ The Details ★
– 9 pm – Doors open & party is ON!
– 10:00 pm – Bollywood Dandiya Dance lesson
– 10:20 pm – Bollywood Dandiya non-stop music
– 21+ w/ proper ID – Party till 2:00 am!
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ABOUT JAI HO! DANCE PARTY:
Facebook Page: http://facebook.com/jaihodanceparty
Instagram Page: http://instagram.com/jaihodanceparty
Youtube: http://youtube.com/jaihoparty
At the core of Jai Ho! Dance Party, we celebrate the values of inclusivity and sharing positive vibes by bringing the best of Indian culture to the dance floor. Our innovative themes that set Jai Ho! apart are transforming the nightlife culture of the west coast. With festive elements like Holi Colors & Dandiya Sticks, we create a celebration of music and dance like none other. We invite you to be goofy, smile, make friends on the dance floor, and of course, to sing and dance ALL. NIGHT. LONG.
Jai Ho! takes place regularly in San Diego, San Francisco, Portland & Seattle. Jai Ho! Dance Party is a branch & creation of the production house-team, Bollywood Dreams Entertainment
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DJ Prashant
TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/Ab-gco2qYyU
Dance Videos: http://YouTube.com/DanceWithPrashant
Music: http://YouTube.com/DreamPrashant
News: http://bit.ly/news_coverage
Instagram: http://instagram.com/DreamPrashant
Founder of Jai Ho! Dance Party & Dance United, Prashant is a Choreographer, DJ & Bollywood singer based out of Portland, Oregon. Prashant’s effervescent personality & charisma instantly strikes a chord with audiences of all ages & backgrounds. He regularly performs across the United States moving masses with an open format DJ set with an irresistible blend of world’s greatest.
PETER JS:
Peter is a renowned & sought after dance instructor in New Orleans. He teaches Salsa as well as Kizomba & is a frequent presence in those social scenes.
TINA SINGH:
A Bollywood and hip hop fusion dance teacher from Jersey City, Tina decided to become an international group choreographer at Stevens Institute of Technology (winning the international dance competition Unity 3 years in a row as group choreographer) Tina has taught Zumba in New Orleans for a year and has trained with Bayou Movimiento in Salsa, Bachata and Kizomba, and dancing these three genres for the last 1.5 years. Tina is currently teaching Kizomba in the New Orleans LA area.
SHIMMY SHAKTI TROUPE:
Under the direction of Belly Dance Instructor and choreographer Karla Marie, Shimmy Shakti has been performing for 6 years (locally and nationally) and has grown to over 20 members strong. Karla Marie who is classically trained in Ballet and Jazz, began her belly dance studies in 2005 in South Beach. Twelve years later, she continues teaching, performing, and sharing the passion of her teachers and Middle Eastern dance with her students and troupe. Shimmy Shakti Troupe is a sisterhood of strong, creative, talented women who enjoy sharing the joy of dance while celebrating diversity!
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FAQs:
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Strictly 21+, please bring state issued ID or passport.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There is plenty of street parking available, as well as public transportation near by.
Are tickets refundable?
Unfortunately, tickets are non-refundable.