Bollywood Central

Mela

• Venue: Bollywood Central Bandstand, Mela, Peoples Park
• Saturday
  15:00 - 18:15 | Free
• Performance & Special Events

12:00 – 14:45
South Asian Tunes
Sit back with your tikka masala, relax and listen to the enchanting sounds of Southern Asia, let the traditional music swirl around you as you watch the Mela world go by.

15:00 – 15:30
Sacred Masked Dance, Drepung Loseling Monastery Monks
Don’t miss our special guests the Drepung Loseling Monastery Monks performing the captivating Tibetan Dakini Dance and Black Hat Dance at the bandstand area of the park. The purpose of this ritual dance is to eliminate obstacles and bring positivity to the space. Please note: in the event of rain this performance will be moved to the Peacock Tent.

15:45 – 17:30
South Asian Tunes
Perfect your Bollywood moves for the end of day Ballywood disco- grab a partner and dance the afternoon away.

Like this? Don’t Miss: Drepung Loseling Monastery Monks

17:45 – 18:00
Bollywood Dance
A vibrant choreographed dance piece by Yasmina Bouhebbal will be the introduction to our Bollywood disco at the end of the day. Watch in amazement as the Bollywood dancers make their way with beautiful classic Indian steps through to the centre of the park where you can prepare to join in the celebrations, Bollywood style.

18:00 – 18:15
Bollywood Disco
Come and join in our energetic Bollywood disco with DJ Glady and his Indian Beats to end the 2010 Mela. Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the dlr Festival of Wolrd Cultures – the South Asian way!