Soka University’s 15th Annual International Festival, which will take place on May 7th from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm, has announced its stage schedule.
The International Festival, a proud partner of Orange County’s Imagination Celebration (www.sparkoc.com), will feature 900 musicians and dancers performing continuously on four stages, international food, art exhibitions, ceramic sales and demonstrations, games, and more than 250 non-profit and business exhibitors. Admission is free.
2016 International Festival Schedule*: *Subject to change
PEACE LAKE OUTDOOR STAGE
TIME
PERFORMING GROUP NAME
TYPE OF PERFORMANCE
10:45 AM
Sualseros of Soka University
Latin Dance
10:58 AM
Ballet Folklorico Estrellas de Garibaldi
11:31 AM
Maple Youth Ballet
11:44 AM
JJ & the Habibis Laguna Beach Belly Dancers
12:12 PM
Ballet Folklorico TSANDA
12:27 PM
KKAP (Konnect K-pop Aspiring Performers)
12:40 PM
US BLACKBELT Academy
Martial Arts Demonstration
1:08 PM
RemJ- Michael Jackson Tribute Artist
1:41 PM
Ghungroo of Soka University
Indian Dance
2:00 PM
SUA 15th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
2:33 PM
Rhythmission of Soka University
Hip Hop Dance
2:46 PM
Arpana Dance Company
Indian Dance
3:04 PM
DFC (Dancing For a Cause) of Soka University
Breakdance
3:12 PM
Paso de Oro Dance Company
Mexican Dance
3:45 PM
Orange County Shaolin Kung Fu
3:58 PM
Le Polynesia Cultural Performing Arts Center
Polynesian Dance
4:31 PM
Counter Balance of Soka University
Contemporary Dance
4:39 PM
Keep Soul of Soka University
Hip Hop Dance
RECREATION CENTER STAGE
TIME
PERFORMING GROUP NAME
TYPE OF PERFORMANCE
10:45 AM
Scandia Dancers of Southern California
11:07 AM
Mumbai Madness Dance & Fitness Academy
11:29 AM
Ballet Folklorico Paso del Norte
12:01 PM
Wakahisa -Kai
Japanese Dance
12:23 PM
Fraternidad D Bolivia
12:50 PM
Ka Pilina Ho'olokahi of Soka University
Hula/Tahitian Dance
1:01 PM
Susana Elena Spanish & Flamenco Dance
1:23 PM
V & T Classical Ballet and Dance Academy
2:00 PM
INTERMISSION
2:30 PM
South Coast Conservatory
Jazz/Hip Hop/Contemporary Dance
3:02 PM
JaMun Tribal Fusion
Belly Dance
3:19 PM
OC India Association
3:41 PM
Angelika Nemeth & the OCC World Dance Ensemble
3:58 PM
Mei-Ling Lee Chinese Dance Group
4:30 PM
Josho Daiko of Soka University
Taiko
5:00 PM
Cheerleading of Soka University
SOKA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER STAGE
TIME
PERFORMING GROUP NAME
TYPE OF PERFORMANCE
10:45 AM
Global Harmony Symphony
11:30 AM
VLPO of Soka University
Orchestra
11:40 AM
Priceless Pearls Interfaith Chorus
12:05 PM
Soul Wings at Soka University
Acapella Chorus
12:25 PM
Junior Chamber Music
2:00 PM
INTERMISSION
2:30 PM
A Little Dynasty Chinese Orchestra
3:15 PM
Cats in Crowns of Soka University
Jazz Music
3:40 PM
Gabriel Lawson
Piano Solo
4:25 PM
SGI-Pearl & Jewel Chorus
BLACK BOX THEATRE STAGE
TIME
PERFORMING GROUP NAME
TYPE OF PERFORMANCE
12:00 PM
Alyssa Marie
Hip Hop Music
2:00 PM
INTERMISSION
2:30 PM
Instant Radio of Soka University
Rock Music
3:20 PM
Mayfield
Folk Music
4:20 PM
Dankrupt
Reggae Music
The festival will also feature the art exhibition “The Essence of Being” – Paintings, Photography and Poetry by Natasha Shoro and Anushe Shoro in Founders Hall Art Gallery.
Attendees are encouraged to wear international attire and to celebrate their own heritages. Parking on campus is $10 cash only and carpooling is encouraged. The 103-acre Soka University campus is located off of Wood Canyon Drive one mile south of Pacific Park Drive in Aliso Viejo.
For more information: info@soka.edu or 949 480-4081. www.soka.edu/festival www.soka.edu/directions
Soka University is a private, four-year liberal arts college and graduate school in Aliso Viejo, CA. The university is ranked in the top 50 liberal arts colleges in the nation by US News and World Report's "Best Colleges 2016." Soka University offers an 8:1 student/faculty ratio and study abroad for every undergraduate student. Founded upon the Buddhist principles of peace, human rights and the sanctity of life, SUA is open to top students of all nationalities and beliefs. About 60% of Soka University's students come from the US and 40% have come from more than 40 other countries. Admitted students whose annual family income is $60,000 or less may be eligible for Soka Opportunity Scholarships which cover full tuition. Additional scholarship opportunities are available for higher income levels.
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Wendy Harder
Director, Community Relations
Soka University
1 University Drive
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
www.soka.edu