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Shiamak and En Karma Bring Bollywood and Bhangra to Richmond O Zone
24 February 2010Bollywood, belly dancing, bhangra bash, and more shake your world at the O Zone's tribute to South Asia today (February 24.) Bollywood entertainer Shiamak kicks off the long list of entertainment at 3:30 p.m., followed by Indian, Persian and Arabic instrument quartet Sangha at 5 p.m. and brother musical duo Tigerstyle at 8 p.m.
Vancouver’s premier bhangra band En Karma entertains guests on the main stage at 10:15 p.m. following a musical performance by Del Hothi, the first South Asian artist to be featured on Much Music and voted by USA Musician Magazine as one of North Americas best top 10 unsigned artists. En Karma strikes the perfect balance between traditional bhangra and contemporary fusion, integrating R&B and reggae into each performance.
From February 23 to 28 only, be sure to visit the Visions of the North Artisans Market set up near the main stage. Presented by the Pan Northern First Nations Council and the Yukon Arts Centre, and exclusive to the Richmond O Zone, this is an opportunity to learn about the three Northern territories of Canada.
The Richmond O Zone is the biggest celebration of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, amassed over 60 acres in the heart of Richmond City Centre, just minutes from the new Canada Line, from Richmond City Hall into Minoru Park. Exhibits and entertainment can be found in City Hall, Minoru Plaza, the Cultural Centre, Gateway Theatre and the Minoru Precinct. The O Zone is open daily until February 28 from 3 to 11 p.m. on weekdays and noon to 11 p.m. on weekends. For more information, visit www.richmondozone.ca.
