Gala Show Spectacular
EXCELLENCE AWARDS & SPECTACULAR GALA SHOW ON SATURDAY, APRIL 3, 2027.
LOCATION: CURTIS THEATRE (1 Civic Center Cir., Brea, CA, 92821)
EXCELLENCE AWARDS SHOW: 4pm - 5pm (Doors open at 3:30pm)
SPECTACULAR GALA SHOW: 6pm - 9pm (Check-in begins 5:15pm)
LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE AT THE THEATRE.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO PERFORM IN OUR SPECTACLAR GALA SHOW? PLEASE SCROLL BELOW FOR PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES!
gala show artists
BRENDA — EGYPT | SPAIN
AMAR LAMMAR — NETHERLANDS | MEXICO
JINHEE KIM — KOREA
JIZZELLE ALEXIS – USA | MEXICO
FAHTIEM - USA
ANGELIKA NEMETH - USA
SOHAILA ZYBA - USA
RANIA BOSSONIS - USA | GREECE
MEERA - USA | INDIA
ALEYA OF CAIRO
JIZZELLE ALEXIS ENSEMBLE
AMAR LAMMAR’S DABKE COLLECTIVE
2027 RAQS SHARQI QUEEN WINNER
Gala Show Performance Opportunity
If you would like the opportunity to perform on our beautiful stage, you are welcome to join Jizzelle Alexis Ensemble and/or perform with Amar Lammar (details below for both opportunities). You may also participate by entering the Raqs Sharqi Excellence Awards for the Queen, Superstar, or Muse title.
At this time, we are unable to offer solo, duet, or group performance opportunities, as our performance schedule has reached capacity with our Featured Artists and invited guest artists performing in the Spectacular Gala Show.
We truly appreciate your understanding, support, and enthusiasm, and thank you for being part of the Shimmy Shakedown family <3
OPPORTUNITY #1: JOIN JIZZELLE ALEXIS ENSEMBLE FOR A COCKTAIL GROUP PERFORMANCE (Limited to 10 spots)
Hi there! Jizzelle here :) I’m so excited to invite dancers to learn and perform a dance medley featuring some of my most celebrated choreographies! There will be a costume change during the performance, making it an exciting and dynamic experience. This performance is especially meaningful to me as we celebrate and honor my very first dance company, Amirat Al Sharq. I can’t wait to share the stage with you and bring these unforgettable pieces back to life!
Fee: $250 + Workshops Package — a great value that includes performing on-stage, learning two choreographies, training materials, personalized coaching, a small surprise gift, and your entry to the Spectacular Gala Show.
Rehearsals: We will meet in person once a month at a studio in Brea, CA beginning January 2027. Additionally, during the final week of each month before the Gala Show, you will submit your rehearsal video, and I will offer personalized feedback during a 3o-minute Zoom coaching session.
Rehearsals will be held on a Sunday. Since this is a medley performance featuring three choreographies, please keep your schedule flexible between 9am and 3pm. All dancers will learn the finale choreography (drum solo), which will be rehearsed in between the other two choreographies during each rehearsal day. I will personally assign dancers to the other two choreographies based on the overall vision for the performance.
Onstage Rehearsal: The final rehearsal will be held on the day of the Gala Show, in-person.
Don't worry! You will receive the detailed choreography breakdown and video before the new year.
Please visit the REGISTRATION & TICKETS page for all information and to purchase Workshop Packages, Participation Fee and Show Tickets.
REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced-level dancers only. Please use your best judgement when deciding if this opportunity aligns with your current level of experience and training.
Dancers will be invited to participate in Jizzelle Alexis Ensemble. If you have not performed with Jizzelle, please submit a performance video to ShimmyShakedownTeam@gmail.com by Sunday, November 1, 2026, before registration closes, for consideration and selection.
Participants must purchase the costume/outfit and prop selected by Jizzelle before our first rehearsal in January 2027.
Pay the $250 Group Performance Fee & purchase the workshop package of your choice by Sunday, November 1, 2026. As a member of Jizzelle Alexis Ensemble, you will receive an exclusive discount on your workshop package.
You must submit your rehearsal video towards the end of each month. Available dates and times for our 30-minute Zoom personalized feedback coaching session will be provided for you to choose from.
Positive and passionate attitude, with a willingness to receive constructive feedback, grow, and continue developing as an artist.
OPPORTUNITY #2: JOIN AMAR LAMMAR FOR A DYNAMIC DABKE PERFORMANCE (Limited to 7 spots)
Perform with the Queen of Dabke, Amar Lammar, at the Spectacular Gala Show! Dancers who purchased the VIP Package or 4-Class Package will have the opportunity to perform on-stage with Amar Lammar during the Spectacular Gala Show. Learn the choreography in her workshop and at the conclusion of the workshop, Amar Lammar will select up to 7 of the strongest dancers to perform with her on stage. You will have a chance to rehearse on the day of the Gala Show before taking the stage together for this unforgettable performance.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must purchase a Workshop Package (VIP Package or 4-Class Package) and Gala Show Ticket.
Black sneakers or black athletic dance shoes.
Please visit the REGISTRATION & TICKETS page for all information and to purchase Workshop Packages, Participation Fee and Show Tickets.
GENERAL CONDUCT:
Performers must wear a proper dance garment, including under garment.
Performers must use cover-up before and after their performance.
Performers, please arrive on time. Unfortunately, if you arrive late, we won’t be able to include you in the performance, as it would disrupt the show schedule.
By performing in the Gala Show, you agree to remain until after the finale. We understand you may have other commitments, but please plan accordingly, as we want all dancers to stay for the final bow. Thank you for your understanding.
If you're in Southern California, we’d really love for you to invite your friends and family! We put a great deal of effort into promoting both you and the event, and your support in spreading the word makes a big difference.
The organizers reserve the right to remove any artist whose behavior is disruptive or negatively impacts fellow performers, the audience, or the event staff. We appreciate your professionalism and respect for the event.
By signing up and choosing to perform in the Gala Show, you are agreeing to abide by this Gala Show Performance General Conduct. Failure to comply with one or more of these guidelines may result in removal from the show without refund. Thank you for your understanding.
See the videos below for inspiration! Jizzelle’s Drum Solo for Amirat Al Sharq and Amar Lammar’s dynamic Dabke! We look forward to dancing with you <3
