COLORS OF INDIA
COLORS OF INDIA
A SPECIAL TRIBUTE THE THE RHYTHMS OF PUNJAB
Have you ever wanted to visit India? Well here's your opportunity to take a trip without leaving the Bay Area to experience the beauty, colors, rhythms, sounds, and flavor of India featuring Dholrhythms Dance Company. The upbeat and joyful dance production tells the story of women in the villages of Punjab, India told through the eyes of music and dance.
Come shake off your winter blues with a joyful night of dance! Watch, Learn, Participate, and Enjoy!
DANCE PERFORMANCES
DANCE PERFORMANCES
15 plus original choreographies seamlessly weaved in with vibrant music, narration, visuals, props, live drums, and song that reflect joy, passion, and endless colors in motion. Let the music and dance transform and re-energize your senses.
LIVE DRUMMING
Percussion is the heartbeat of Punjabi folk music and dance. Renowned Bay Area musician, Gurdeep Hira brings his talent on the Dhol and dholki drum to enhance an already energy filled dance production.
LIVE SINGING
Punjabi weddings have many customs and ceremonies that have evolved over times but one celebration that has been carried on since conception is Sangeet, the literal meaning of song. Enjoy a glimpse into this colorful tradition with beautiful live singing by Bay Area artist, Hina Patel. It's one of the most festive customs of every Punjabi wedding filling the walls with vibrant colors, endless music, and dance.
DANCE LESSON + DANCE PARTY
DANCE LESSON + DANCE PARTY
The dance production will lead into an interactive dance lesson sharing fun and easy to learn Bhangra moves that will leave you smiling ear to ear while bouncing your shoulders all night. Following the lesson, the floor will open up to a great dance party with Dholrhythms Dance Company and Non Stop Bhangra music accompanied by live Dhol drumming.
HENNA
Adding some color and beauty to remember the night, decorate your palms with radiant henna art and experience one of the most beautiful traditions enjoyed during Indian wedding celebrations. Free bindis also available while they last.
CONCESSIONS
Dinner available for purchase: Epicurean Group pop-up featuring delicious Indian cuisine designed by local chef Faubert Lavasseur.
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A selection of cocktails, State Room l Brewery - Bar - Kitchen beer on-tap, wine, soft drinks along with Peet’s coffee, Numi tea and a variety of snacks and freshly baked goods available for purchase.
Food and Drink are permitted in the Theater. No table service available.
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE
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7:00 pm: Doors, Pop up Restaurant, Concessions, No-host bar
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8:00 pm: Dance PerformanceApproximately:
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8:45 pm: Intermission
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9:00 pm: Dance Lesson followed by Dance Party!