SHIMMYSHOWCASE: ~~ UPCOMING SHIMMYSHOWCASE EVENTS ~~

SHIMMY SHOWCASE

Shimmyshowcase began in 2003 at Coffee Haven in Long Beach. In 2011 we moved to Viento y Agua Coffee House, where we danced every month until COVID-19 brought Shimmyshowcase at Viento y Agua to an end in March 2020. Our search for a new Shimmyshowcase venue yielded a generous offer from the owners of Babouch Moroccan Restaurant in San Pedro, CA! Shimmyshowcase made its spectacular debut at Babouch on Sunday, July 17, 2022 to a restaurant filled to capacity with a large crowd of enthusiastic Shimmyshowcase supporters, many of whom got up to dance with the performers in an impromptu grand finale to finish off a thoroughly enjoyable evening. Although the place and city have changed, Shimmyshowcase continues its original mission to provide a place where all dancers, from beginners to seasoned performers, are welcome to perform in front of a warm, appreciative audience. Performers and guests alike keep returning for the temporary escape from the stress of everyday life into this relaxing and fun environment to explore and enjoy middle eastern inspired dance. For most up to date schedule and dancer opportunities, please email us at Shimmyshowcase@gmail.com and we'll add you to our weekly email schedule. We hope to see you soon at Shimmyshowcase! >

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

UPCOMING SHIMMYSHOWCASE EVENTS

May 19 - Shimmyshowcase coordinator Atlantis celebrates the full bloom of Spring with a tribute to Flora, ancient Roman goddess of flowers! Guest dancers Maritza, Yasmin, Asmara, Anaheed, Jahnan, Taji, Meryem Vani, and troupe Wahine Ilikea will burst out on Jade’s stage in colorful regalia for “Floralia.“

July through October Shimmyshowcase dates at Jade have been scheduled, and we will open them up to dancers once the June 16th line-up is complete.

Shimmyshowcase begins around 6:00 p.m. but early arrivals (reservations recommended, call 562.430.1111) are encouraged if you want to take advantage of the very reasonable Happy Hour prices. Jade restaurant is in the Marina Pacifica shopping center at 6380-A Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90803. (https://www.jade-restaurant.com/, https://www.facebook.com/jadelongbeach/)

June 16 – Bella Noor presents “Enchanted Summer Nights” with Zuzu Bowie, Draca, Anaheed, Meredith, and Sephira. Dance spots available! Contact us at shimmyshowcase@gmail.com if interested.

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Additional sites of interest

Shimmyshowcase Photos & Video by Chris Laudermilk Photography:

https://www.clphototography.com/Galleries/Shimmy-Showcase