Shimmy Shakedown Festival

APRIL 4 - 6, 2025

Shimmy Shakedown is a premier dance festival & intensive dedicated to the exquisite art of Middle Eastern dance. Join us for a weekend of immersive workshops, captivating performances, and meaningful connections created through the love of dance. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a curious newcomer, Shimmy Shakedown offers a unique opportunity to explore the beauty, grace, and rhythm of Raqs Sharqi. Celebrate the artistry, connect with passionate dancers, and let the beauty of dance inspire and move you!

gala show 2023

GALA SHOW TICKETS ARE $40 EACH, ONLINE ONLY UNTIL APRIL 20th, 2023. TICKETS WILL BE $60, CASH ONLY, AT THE DOOR.

TO PURCHASE GALA SHOW TICKETS, PLEASE CLICK ON THE ‘REGISTRATION’ LINK IN THE NAVIGATION ABOVE. YOU WILL BE DIRECTED TO THE ‘REGISTRATION’ PAGE WHERE TICKETS FOR THE GALA SHOW AND WORKSHOPS CAN BE PURCHASED BY SCANNING THE QR CODE FOR VENMO OR ZELLE. LIMITED SPACE FOR BOTH WORKSHOPS AND THEATRE. THEATRE SEATING IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS. YOU WILL CHECK-IN AT THE FRONT AND GUIDED TO THE LOBBY. DOORS WILL OPEN AT 6PM. THANK YOU!

gala show artists

MERCEDES NIETO- HUNGARY

KHADIJAH - USA / SAUDI ARABIA

RANIA BOSSONIS - USA / GREECE

JIZZELLE - USA / MEXICO

FAHTIEM - USA / GERMANY

RICHY - USA

MEERA - USA / INDIA

INLAND FANGHUA - USA / CHINA

DANIEL ESTEBAN - USA

AUDREY - USA / TURKEY

MICHELLE - USA / CHINA

SHANI - USA

NILAY - USA / TURKEY

MAY - USA / HONG KONG

RHEA RAQS - USA

CRESSIDA - USA

  • Doors Open at 6:15pm and Live Gala Show begins at 7:00pm.

  • Theatre seating is first come, first serve basis. You will check-in at the front and will be guided to the lobby.

  • Theatre will be selling appetizers, alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages. All proceeds go to The Curtis Theatre, thank you.

  • FREE Spacious Parking.

  • Children 12 Years and Under Free (Children must look their Age – Optional: ID from School).

please visit the registration page to purchase gala show and/or workshop(s) tickets.

THE WORKSHOPS AND GALA SHOW WILL BE LIVE, IN PERSON. NO VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS OR VIRTUAL SHOW.

ALL PURCHASES AND TICKETS ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE. PLEASE BRING RECEIPT/CONFIRMATION THE DAY OF GALA SHOW.

MUST COMPLY WITH COVID-19 GUIDELINES. PLEASE SEE BELOW.

CONTACT IRENE OR JIZZELLE FOR ANY QUESTIONS.

COVID-19 INFORMATION UPDATE for SHIMMY SHAKEDOWN FESTIVAL, STAGE ONE DANCE STUDIO and THE CURTIS THEATRE (As of August 6, 2021):
-In light of recent trends and in consideration of the feedback of our patrons, Stage One Dance Studio and the Curtis Theatre is updating its COVID-19 policies for all attendees.
-Effective immediately, masks are required for all attendees. This applies to all attendees, regardless of vaccination status, except for individual attendees whose age, medical condition, or disability status exempts them from mask requirements, as defined by the California Department of Public Health. Masks must be worn covering the nose and mouth at all times while inside the dance studio and theatre. Food and beverages may be enjoyed outdoors on the plaza (dance studio and theatre).
-These policies are subject to change with new guidelines or requirements. Attendees will be notified of any changes.
-Thank you for your support and understanding as we face these challenging times together. Shimmy Shakedown Festival, Stage One Dance Studio and The Curtis Theatre’s mission is to entertain, inspire, and connect our community through the performing arts begins with protecting our patrons, performers, and staff.

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