Bombay Bellywood Opens at Balboa Theatre, 10/3

The Bellydance Superstars have gained an unrivalled reputation for bringing excellence to the art form of Bellydance while pushing the boundaries of the art to greater and greater heights.  For the 2010-2011 season this internationally acclaimed troupe adds an array of exciting Indian dance styles, including Bollywood and Bhangra, into their already varied mix of Bellydance styles that include Egyptian Cabaret to American Tribal styles; hence the show title BOMBAY BELLYWOOD.  San Diego Theatres will present BOMBAY BELLYWOOD for one hot afternoon only ~ Sunday, October 3, 2010 at 3PM, at the Balboa Theatre. 
 
This new show also features the first male cast member in the troupe - Samir (Arthur Gulkarov), previously a principle in the Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil production of "O"; as well as noted Indian dancer and choreographer Meera.  New music has been created specially for the show by Shabaz (Indian fusion outfit in San Francisco featuring the voice of Rifat Ali Khan) and by BDSS superstar percussionist Issam Houshan with the Damascus Orchestra Oriental.  The cast features San Diego native Kami Liddle, Petite Jamilla, Stefanya, Sabah, Sabrina Fox, Nathalie, Lauren, April Rose, Moria and Colleen. 
 
The Bellydance Superstars have taken an ancient art form previously seen in clubs and restaurants and turned it into a mega show to compete head on with the likes of Riverdance and Stomp.  They have also added to the interpretation of Bellydance much as Cirque de Soleil has added to the interpretation of the Circus.  They have given bellydancers worldwide the confidence that their dance art can now present them with the opportunity to dance in the world's most prestigious venues just like any primo ballerina.  The BDSS has, in fact, opened doors and invigorated the art of Bellydance beyond recognition. A wealth of costume changes and great music and a fast pace with lots of variety has always been a hallmark of BDSS shows and this new show will follow and add to this tradition.  Having performed over 700 shows in 22 countries, the Bellydance Superstars truly have lived up to their name.  Not only are the troupe's members superlative disciplined dancers, they have gained worldwide recognition and now number among the world's most famous dancers for good reason.  There is no doubt that BOMBAY BELLYWOOD will further secure their title as claimed by the Sunday Times of London "The most important dance troupe in the world."
  
Tickets can be purchased online at www.sdcivic.org/eventstickets/eventdetails.cfm?eventID=2230, at the San Diego Civic Theatre box office or by calling 570-1100 (619/760/858 area codes).  For more information, visit: www.SDBalboa.org.