It is with great honour that the India Club hosts the Diwali Festival yet again, in a new synergy with Diwali in London (DIL) and Sandton Diwali Festival (SDF), the ‘tale of two cities’ embracing the culture and tradition of India and celebrating the festival of lights in our respective continents.
This year, India Club and associated sponsors will be hosting this festival at the George Lea Park, Sandton.

The Diwali Festival is considered by far the largest attraction for Indians living in South Africa from all over the Gauteng province where one can enjoy an array of entertainment, a feast of culture and bargain shopping. This festival is befitting given the very deep historical, cultural, economic, family and business ties between our Gauteng residents from all walks of life, stereotypes and race. When we celebrate Diwali in South Africa we do so fully conscious of the value that our compatriots of Indian descent add to the diversity and unique character of our beloved country, South Africa.

Festival highlights:

This will include elements the recent production of Jazzy Masala Creative Dance Company – ARMAAN, local SATMA nominees, dance extravaganza’s ranging from pure Kathak – Shika Mohanlall, Bharata Natyam – Anavarata Dance Institute, African fusion and Bollywood – Sitaare Dance Academy!
DJ Zuby, the Spice of Mumbai will be heating up the decks the only Bhangra party that is set to rock Sandton! ‘DJ Zuby’ is true to his heritage, his music taste is specific but not limited to contemporary Bhangra and Bollywood music. His ability to produce music by mixing a traditional song with an electro, deep, techno house or ‘dhol’ (drum) beats are exceptional! Ensuring his music is always current and fresh for his growing listenership. There is a rare chance that a good commercial track for DJ Zuby’ cannot mix into bhangra music. The fusion of sounds is DJ Zuby’s’ trademark.

Experience the mystical magic of Sadiyya Vahed (UK) as she will take to the stage with her international performance routines that have been showcased from London, Dubai, Morocco and Egypt! Trained in varied forms of authentic belly dancing, Vahed is set to shake up the stage!
Sadiyya has trained under Egyptian, Lebanese, Persian, Turkish, Syrian and English instruction expanding her knowledge of all the different belly dance styles practised internationally. She has since tutored Belly Dance Instructors who wanted to improve their technique and teaching methods. Her strong love and passion for belly dancing has also led her on to produce her own belly dance videos, perform for VVIP and celebrities at around the world in exclusive clubs and restaurants, charities, private parties, Hen/Henna nights, music awards ceremonies and corporate functions.

Kids play area, food stalls, holistic centres, cultural extravaganza, stalls that sell popular authentic Indian items and corporate booths just to name a few!

Event details:
Date: Saturday, 29 October 2011
Time: 10:00 to 22:00
Venue: George Lea Park, Parkmore, Sandton

For trade or artist participation enquiries: email [email protected], call 082 837 4104 or visit www.indianspice.co.za.