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
