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How to Dance at an Indian Wedding

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How to Dance at an Indian Wedding

 

For many people, attending an Indian wedding is quite an experience in almost every way. Just trying to keep up with the dancing is something special—and so much fun. For those who want to know more about “How to Dance at an Indian Wedding,” the SAPAN Institute will lead a festive class of Bhangra Bollywood-style dance as part of the Silver Spring Town Center, Inc. Around the World Bazaar from 7-8:30 p.m. on Friday, March 31, at the Silver Spring Civic Building.

The Around the World Bazaar will fill the Silver Spring Civic Building with a variety of events from 5-10 p.m. on March 31.

The South Asian Performing Arts Network and Institute (SAPAN Institute) is a nonprofit performing arts company based in Washington, D.C.

All ages and abilities welcome to the free event, but it is suggested to reserve a spot in the program in advance. To do that, send an email to lisa@silverspringtowncenter.com.

This program is being presented in collaboration with Olney Theatre, which is presenting A Nice Indian Boy through April 9.

 

 

This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement.

 

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Roy Kelley, Retired, Former Associate Broker, RE/MAX Realty Group

Gaithersburg, Maryland  

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Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good afternoon Roy,

What great information on  being involved in a festive class of Bhangra Bollywood-style dance as part of the Silver Spring Town Center, Inc. Around the World Bazaar from 7-8:30 p.m. on Friday, March 31, at the Silver Spring Civic Building. Good to know how to dance at an Indian wedding! 

Mar 27, 2023 11:12 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Roy what an interesting event to attend! I haven't attended any Indian Dances in quite awhile but it is always enjoyable watching them.  I see them on TV quite often on the local news as it's pretty common.  We also have a wonderful Indian Museum (Heard Museum) here in PHX. which is a must see for locals and visitors alike.

Mar 27, 2023 11:26 AM
Roy Kelley

Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker 

These Indians are people from India, not American Indians. 

We have a very diverse international population in our area.

The largest numbers of Indian immigrants live in Fairfax County, VA (32,500), Montgomery County, MD (25,000) and Loudoun County, VA (17,700)..

Mar 27, 2023 11:54 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker

My sister-in-law is East Indian and I love their beautiful dancing and costumes and have enjoyed it for many, many years Roy!

Mar 27, 2023 01:31 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Roy,

My first thought was there must be a large enough population to hold an event like this.  You clarified that point.  It is always good to learn about other cultures.

Mar 27, 2023 12:01 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Roy Kelley - I would definitely be interested! I'll bet the color of garments and the dance is just beautiful!

Mar 27, 2023 04:00 PM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

That event sounds like a real blast!  I learned many years ago, though, there is not teaching me to dance.  😃

Mar 27, 2023 08:51 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Good morning, Roy... I'd be at this festival with bells on my toes... ready to learn how to dance at an Indian wedding. The women's comedy showcase also sounds like it would be fun.

Mar 28, 2023 04:22 AM
Brian England
Arizona Focus Realty - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Hmm, I don't want to dance myself but I would certainly enjoy watching others dance.

Mar 28, 2023 05:50 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I have never danced at an Indian wedding.  However, I did dance at a first birthday party for the son of my Indian friend.  There was alcohol involved.

Mar 29, 2023 01:48 AM
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

Great Indian wedding opportunities. I thought it was native American Indian wedding initally.

Apr 03, 2023 07:40 AM
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

I was invited to watch a maiden practiced 10 years in dance. Now grown going to Cornell Medical School. She did a 2 hour (?) long dance for the audience w/o shoes on. In India, The British tried to ban the tradition claiming the priest was picking the best attractive dancer for personal motivation.  But this is in Silicon Valley with 50 young women danced together.

Apr 04, 2023 07:41 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much for your comments. It is always good to hear from you.

Apr 04, 2023 07:45 AM
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