Diwali RazzMatazz is all about Razzle and Dazzle around the festive celebrations of Diwali, also known as the festival of lights.
Indo-Canada Arts Council has conducted the annual festival at the prestigious Mississauga Celebration Square since 2014 and is attended by over 50000 people each year. The festival provides a platform for over 500 artists and performers. ICAC partners with numerous organizations and institutions that keep the younger generations connected to their rich heritage and culture to showcase their talent. DRZMZ also provides the youth and younger children with an opportunity to gain confidence by sharing the stage and performing alongside world renowned artists and celebrities.
Kathak Rockers
Kumar Sharma formed Kathak Rockers and has performed with them in various National and International Reality Shows. The speciality of the crew is that along with the Shudh Kathak, they also incorporate Bollywood & International Music with Kathak. This is how they have attracted so many youngsters towards the ancient Indian dance form.
Kumar Sharma belongs to Jaipur Gharana of Kathak and holds Nritya Visharad degree. He is a National Scholarship Holder in Kathak from the Ministry of Culture, India. He is also a Gold Medalist in ‘Classical Dance (Kathak)’ from Panjab University in 2011 & from Mumbai University in 2012 during the Youth festivals.
India Ocean
Indian Ocean is a pioneering Indian folk fusion band that has been making waves in the music industry for over three decades.
Known for their unique blend of Indian traditional music with rock, jazz, and other genres, they have created a unique voice. Since their formation in 1990, the band has been at the forefront of the Indian music scene, constantly pushing boundaries and breaking new ground.
Their discography is impressive, with several critically acclaimed albums that have cemented their place in Indian music history. Some of their most popular albums include “Kandisa,” “Jhini,” and “Desert Rain”. Their music has also been featured in numerous movies including the award-winning films “Masaan” and Anurag Kashyap’s “Black Friday”
Over the years, Indian Ocean has received numerous awards and accolades for their groundbreaking music, including the MTV Immies Award for Best Rock Album and the GIMA Award for Best Fusion Album.
Festival Timing:
Oct. 18, Friday: 12-11 PM
Performers:
Canada Diwali
Festival Timing:
Emcee: Vinay Batra
Emcee: RJ Swati Gupta
Oct. 12, Saturday: 12-11 PM
Performers:
Kids Activities
2PM - 6PM
Riyaaz Kathak Group
Shilompoli Shethra Dance Academy
Jadoo Entertainment
Rajish - Kathakali
Move With Meetaanjali
Lehra Ke
Sameer Gambhir
Maple Masala Band
Atulyam Sisters
KATHAK ROCKERS
Festival Timing:
Emcee: Vinay Batra
Emcee: RJ Swati Gupta
Oct. 13, Sunday: 12-9 PM
Performers:
Kids Activities
2PM - 6PM
Nritya Kala Mandir
Omkara Dance Academy
Ankita & Saad
3S Harmony
Teria Morada
Arnav Naraharisetti
Lehra Ke
Manasa
Delicious Dance Academy
Toronto Aspirals
KRISH KUMARAN
Kanishika Nijhawan
Paardhavi Veduruparthi
Delhi Dance Collective
Western Mustang
Festival Timing
Oct. 12 - 13
Our Generous Sponsors
Behind the sheer excellence of ‘Canada Diwali RazzMatazz Festival Series’ conducted by ICAC at Mississauga in 2024, is the continues funding support from its Sponsors.
About ICAC
Indo-Canada Arts Council is an organization working towards the promotion and development of bilateral exchange of Arts & Culture between India & Canada.
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