Upcoming Events Ragamala at ADF: Durham, NC (July 6-7, 2022)
Ranee and Aparna Ramaswamy’s South Indian Bharatanatyam ensemble Ragamala last performed at the American Dance Festival in 2012 and will return 10 years later with their latest eveninglength piece and ADF commission, “Fires of Varanasi: Dance of the Eternal Pilgrim.” For more details on the ensemble, visit Ragamaladance.org. Info about ADF: Americandancefestival.org.
Music in the Gardens: Durham, NC (July 6 - August 4, 2022) Duke Performances’ Music in the Gardens concerts are held every summer on a stage on the lawn of Sarah P. Duke Gardens, and often feature local indie bands and musicians from a range of traditions. Listen to music while surrounded by the lovely gardens. All performances are free. Reservations are available two weeks before each event. Go to Dukeperformances.org and search for music in the gardens.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Talk: Raleigh and Charlotte, NC (July 7 & 8, 2022) The founder of the Art of Living and SKY Breath Meditation, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is a humanitarian, spiritual leader, and peace envoy who has been teaching breath-based meditation techniques for health and well-being for more than 40 years. This is a rare opportunity to spend time in person with a living master of yoga and meditation, which can play a role in creating a stress-free, violence-free community. Experience hope, healing, and inspiration through a wisdom talk by Gurudev. Enjoy a live guided meditation led by Gurudev (no prior meditation experience needed). - McKimmon Center, Raleigh, NC on Thursday, July 7, 2022, from 6:30pm - 9pm. RSVP: Aolf.me/istandforpeaceraleigh - Halton Theater (CPCC), Charlotte NC on Friday, July 8, 2022 from 6:30-8:30pm. Tickets: visit Eventbrite.com and search for the event. For more information, contact ravipasupula@artofliving.org.
Diljit Dosanjh Live: Fairfax, VA (July 19, 2022) Dosanjh will perform live on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, VA. The “Born to Shine” tour is making its rounds in the USA and Canada. Dosanjh is a singer, actor, film producer and television presenter who works in Punjabi and Hindi cinema. Some of his movies are among the most successful Punjabi movies in history. For tickets information, visit Ticketmaster.com.
Symphony by the Lake: Blowing Rock, NC (July 22, 2022) Experience movie soundtracks by the Symphony of the Mountains, surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge. Take your seat on the grass by Chetola Lake and enjoy timeless pieces from classical and modern film composers. Bring a picnic to enjoy with friends and family, or purchase meals from caterers at the event. There will be fireworks at the end. oncert will be on Friday, July 22, 2022 from 7-9pm (gates open at 5:30pm). Learn more at symphonybythelake.com
Love Shine Play Festival: Asheville, NC (July 28 – 31, 2022) Kapil Sharma Live: Atlanta, GA (July 15, 2022) Indian TV talk show host Kapil Sharma and his team will perform live on Friday, July 15, 2022 at Gas South Arena, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA. For more details, visit Gassouthdistrict.com/events. Saathee.com
Downtown Asheville will be the retro-urban backdrop for the festival over 40 world-class presenters & musicians, and 90+ offerings including yoga, music and outdoor activities. Between classes you will have time to stroll through the beautiful outdoor Mountain Air Market, home to variety of unique health & wellness vendors and tasty treats. The festival will be held between July 28 & 31, 2022. Details: Loveshineplay.com. 18
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