Dholrythms of Non-Stop Bhangra March 2, 2013

Featured in New York, a hugely popular nightclub in San Francisco and on some of the largest stages in California, Dholrhythms Dance Company brings their overwhelmingly joyful dance and music to Marin. Presented by The Kanbar Center for the Performing Arts at the Osher Marin JCC, the troupe, led by Vicki Virk and Suman Raj, highlights ancestral and ethnic roots of the traditional Punjabi dance form while pushing boundaries with contemporary influences such as hip-hop and house. The result is a fresh and exciting experience that begs for participation. Part dance show, part instruction, part party; the evening begins with a beautiful and inspiring performance, followed by a short lesson, which evolves into dance party of audience and performers alike. Dholrhythms Dance Company has played at the Stern Grove Festival, Michael Franti's Power to the Peaceful Festival, Yerba Buena Gardens Festival and Harmony Festival. To add to the event, Alka's Henna will be on-site offering henna painting at a nominal fee, San Rafael's own Lotus Cuisine will have Indian food on site for sale, and free bindis to all... as they last. Come get your bindis on Bollywood style!

DHOLRHYTHMS DANCE COMPANY of Non Stop Bhangra
The Dholrhythms Dance Company is a staple at the successful monthly club night Non Stop Bhangra in San Francisco. Led by Vicki Virk and Suman Raj, the dance company highlights the ancestral and ethnic roots of the Punjabi dance form while pushing boundaries with contemporary influences.

WHAT IS BHANGRA? Traditionally performed to celebrate the harvest, Bhangra reflected the enthusiasm and appreciation shared among rural folk as they witnessed their hard labor bear fruit.

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