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A MENAGERIE NYC HOLIDAY THROWDOWN
*Menagerie NYC has a zero tolerance policy for harassment, unwanted touching, homophobic, transphobic, racist, sexist, ableist, or ageist behavior. We reserve the right to ask you to leave if you behave in any way that is making our guests or our performers feel uncomfortable. Please keep a respectful distance and enjoy the show
Step into Menagerie NYC's vault of festive wonders! Enjoy an evening filled with drag, heels, fusion belly dance, singing, games, and raffles!
Transcending the boundaries of traditional entertainment, Menagerie NYC invites guests on an immersive journey, where the ordinary fades, and the extraordinary comes to life.
“Menagerie NYC is a marvelous and picturesque production! A whimsical blend of SEXY, FUN & DAZZLING dance performances with beautiful, eye-catching costume designs throughout.”—Stephanie Varatanian
Producer and Artistic Director:
Debbie Despina Cartsos / D.Webb Designs
https://www.menagerienyc.com
MC:
Shirley U Jest - Our Hostess with the Mostess
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Cast:
Alura
Brenna Crowley
David Machicado
Debbie Despina
Donna Eileen
Elizabeth Khard
PAST EVENTS!
Despina & Asteria Dance School are proud sponsors of DANCE ASTORIA 2023
When: June 11th, 2023
Where: At Pig Peach BBQ, Queens
35-37 36th Astoria, NY 11106
Featuring:
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Alex Dombroski
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Astoria Dance Center
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Aubrey Cheek
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Axons Dance Theater
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Cole Collective
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Dance Matters NYC
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Despina Dance NYC
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Grandma Hilda
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Kamel Martinez & Elijah Olivo
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Kat Katona
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Kelly Carpentier
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Leigh Ann Gann
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LFX Dancers
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Long Island City of Ballet
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MK Dance on Hudson
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Navatman Dance
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Open Dance Ensemble
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Sheep Meadow Dance Theater
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Skyline Company
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Stephanie Ramirez
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Trevor Ricardo Spencer Jr.
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ZCO / Danceproject
Djam NYC Old School with Live Music + Belly Dance
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to join us for a feast for the senses, as we showcase the artistry of
talented musicians and dancers who will take you on a journey through the music and dance traditions of the
Near East. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the sounds and movements of ancient cultures
hat have been passed down through generations.
FEATURED MUSICIANS
Souren Baronian - Clarinet / Mal Stein - Percussion / Paul Brown - Bass / Robert Boghosian - Oud
FEATURED DANCERS
Dalia Carella / Despina / Gabriela Figueroa / Kaeshi Chai / Layla Isis / Myra Krien from Santa Fe, NM
SOLOISTS
Maahi / Nur from Istanbul, Turkey /Vin / Brenna's Troupe /Aigerim /Angela Ng /Gail August / Mara /Vivimar / Gabriela's Troupe
Aleshiya Shearing /Anju Andre / Clara Henriquez / Eden Al / Gloria Mendoza / Kuting Gajelonia / Melissa Amernick / Nada Terra
Salma / Layla Isis' Troupe / Chantal / Elana / Inessa/ /Tara
WHERE
Secret Room New York, 707 8th Ave, downstairs, New York, NY 10036, between 44th and 45th St
SCHEDULE:
6:30-7:00pm Doors Open
7:00-9:30pm Show
SHOW COST
$20 / $25 at the Door / $30 VIP Seat at a Front Row Table
Plus 1 drink or food item if seated at the bar, or 2 drinks or food items if seated at a table
* Drinks and food are NOT included in the ticket price
Tickets are non-refundable
TABLE RESERVATIONS
Text Luana (347)404-0888 with your name, ticket tier and number of people you want seated at your table
MENU
https://www.secretroomnyc.com/Menu
Check out other upcoming Djam NYC events!
https://bellyqueen.com/djam-nyc/
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Dalia Carella Dance (DCDC) presents:
Choreographers' Showcase Afternoon Salon. New & Special Works of Vintage/Theatrical/Fusion BellyDance and more. Choreography by: Dalia Carella, Debbie Despina, Diamante Habibi, Han, Elizabeth Khard, Mariyah, Nyota Nayo
Presenting the Dalia Carella Dance collective:
Diane Hutchinson, Hila, Lucia and Debbie Despina.
Music: Scott Wilson
Where: Ripley Grier Studios , 939 8th Avenue, 4th Floor - Studio 4A, NYC: 3-5pm EST(Ring bell 307 to be buzzed in, take elevator to 4th floor)
Tickets: $25 ( No Refunds)
July 22, 2018
Dalia Carella - Summer Gala Salon July 22
Join us for a fun evening of dance at our Gala Salon on Sunday, July 22! Performances by Dalia Carella, Debbie Despina, Danielle Hutton & workshop participants! Sign up soon to secure your spot for these awesome workshops (and if you want to perform.) We're hoping for some duets, trios or group numbers, so sign up with friends! ;)
For full class descriptions, pricing and to sign up, go to:
http://www.daliacarella.com/classesworkshops/
2738790032/
September 12, 2018
Menagerie d' Arte: 11-30 - 12-2, 2018. Dance Event
Drawn into the surreal, become instant voyeurs of immersive macabre & circus like dance.
It's been a dream for Dalia Carella, international dance artist/artistic director of the Dalia Carella Dance Collective to collaborate with stylist/designer/dancer Debbie Despina Cartsos (DWebb Designs) on an interactive and immersive dance production of “Menagerie d'Arte”. DCDC's collaboration with Ms. Cartsos, whose extensive design and styling artistry provides a sophisticated urban direction to the program, will bring human fashion installations to life, merging the worlds of couture and dance. For more info and to contribute for this link and please share with your loved ones!!! xoxo
PS: All amazing photos by Monzeeki Photography!
May 18, 2018
Glitter Glam Soiree
Friday, May 18, 7:30-10 pm
Dalia Carella & Debbie Despina of D.Webb Designs Present: Glitter Glam Soiree
A DCDC Fundraiser Dance Party
Get READY for a seriously glamorous & glitter-tastic party!
Put on your best dancing shoes, most sparkly outfit and come dance your heart out! With fun & exciting raffles, hot dance performances, and tunes by DJ Baby D! All proceeds will benefit DCDC, as we gear up for our Nov/Dec 2018 production, Menagerie D'Arte!
Featuring stellar dance performances throughout the night:
POM (Pure Onyx Movement)
Alice Giampieri
Nahoko
Brenna Crowley
Elena Nayiri
Debbie Despina
When: Friday, May 18, 2018
Where: You Should Be Dancing, 412 8th Avenue
Doors open @7:30 pm
Full cash bar!
$20 online, $25 door
To purchase your discounted ticket: