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Rhythmaya Bollywood Dance Experience
2023-06-23 10:30:00 2023-06-23 11:30:00 America/New_York Rhythmaya Bollywood Dance Experience Rhythmaya is a professional contemporary dance performance group dedicated to bringing South Asian dance traditions alive throughout our global community. All ages. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden, Large Meeting Room

Friday, June 23
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2023-06-23 10:30:00 2023-06-23 11:30:00 America/New_York Rhythmaya Bollywood Dance Experience Rhythmaya is a professional contemporary dance performance group dedicated to bringing South Asian dance traditions alive throughout our global community. All ages. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden, Large Meeting Room

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden, Large Meeting Room

Rhythmaya is a professional contemporary dance performance group dedicated to bringing South Asian dance traditions alive throughout our global community. All ages.

Rhythmaya’s Director Nirathi Rao will share Indian culture through a celebration of music, art and movement. Be prepared to dance along - wear comfortable attire and tennis shoes. The Rhythmaya Dance Troupe has proudly performed multiple times at the National Baseball Stadium, Washington Wizards Pre-Game Shows, the Kennedy Center, the Wolftrap Theater, Macy’s Corporation, Association of National Olympic Committees and Madam Toussads Wax Museum. All ages.

Stop by the Children's Desk for a ticket for entry. They will be distributed starting at 10:00 am. In the event of inclement weather, this program will be moved indoors.

AGE GROUP: | Children | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Quest | Performer | Children |

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Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
Hours
Mon, May 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 23 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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