1 Billion Rising Events

One Billion Rising Hafla

United States > Akron > 3300 Morewood Rd, akron Ohio > 2015-02-14 > 07:00 pm

About The Event

Awakened Muse hosts the second annual hafla in support of the One Billion Rising Project, and to benefit the Akron Battered Women's Shelter. The One Billion Rising Project asks you to Rise, and to Dance in support of women and girls everywhere. Join us as we Rise, as we Dance. This is a family friendly event that will include some of the areas best performers, a 50/50 raffle, and great vendors. All proceeds will go to the Akron Battered Women's Shelter. Doors will open at 6:30, the show begins at 7PM Tickets will be $10 at the door.

About The Organizer

Dark Lotus Dance

Dark Lotus Dance is a Northeast Ohio tribal fusion dance company, founded in 2007.

Shanrae is the company founder and the creative force behind it. She a tribal fusion belly dancer and choreographer, specializing in sword dance and tribal technique. She teaches weekly at local studios and is available for workshops.

Shanrae has been dancing for nearly three decades in a variety of styles, including classical ballet, modern dance and expressive dance. She is Phase II certified in Rachel Brice’s 8 Elements program

With a background in art and a dedication to her discipline, she has the honor of being troupe director of Tribal Fire and Kali’s Fire, two of the performing troupes in the Dark Lotus Dance Company.

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