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Schedule Details
Start: 2026-04-11T17:00:00 | End: 2026-04-11T22:00:00
Price Details
Lowest: 12.51 USD; Highest: 215.26 USD
Age Restrictions
Not available
Ticket Website
Location Details
Brea
1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, CA 92821
About the Event
Celebrating the art of Raqs Sharqi at Shimmy Shakedown!
Jizzelle & Irene PresentShimmy Shakedown - 16th Edition
April 11, 2026 | Brea, California
A Spectacular Gala Show live, in-person celebrating the Art of Bellydance!
Event Highlights
SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026
Gala Show: Saturday, April 11, 2026 | Showtime 6PM (Doors Open at 5PM)--Curtis Theatre, Brea, CA (visit website for address)-- Open to the public. Children 12 years & under, $10 + online fees per ticket (children must look their age - optional: ID from School). --Appetizers, alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks available (sold by the theatre).--Free spacious parking. More info on website www.ShimmyShakedown.com
Featured Gala Show Artists
Jizzelle Alexis, Fahtiem, Meera, Angelika Nemeth, Sonia Ochoa, Aleya of Cairo, Rania, Jizzelle Alexis Dance Co. and more!
MC & Backstage Manager: Laura Crawford
Producer, Sponsor, Organizer, and Artistic Director: Irene Alba
Co-Producer & Organizer: Jizzelle Alexis
Sponsors: Irene Alba, Jizzelle Alexis, Alicia & Rogelio, The Olive Restobar
Videographer + Photographer: Illusion Photo & Video
Shimmy Shakedown Team: Irene Alba, Jizzelle Alexis, Ms. Lady (Diane), Laura Crawford, Alicia & Rogelio, Ari Bucks & Leticia
Registration & Payment Info
- All payments are non-refundable. You may sell your ticket but must notify the organizers.
- Limited space for workshops (if offered) and theatre. Early registration strongly encouraged.
- In the event that Workshops are offered, only Workshop Packages must be purchased--no individual workshop sales.
- Must follow COVID-19 protocols and bring confirmation/receipt to check-in.
--Visit the Registration Page at Registration — Shimmy Shakedown Festival
--Questions? Email: ShimmyShakedownTeam@gmail.com
Important Notes
- All workshops (if offered) and gala show are LIVE & in-person only.
- Please arrive early to workshops (if offered), bring water, and prepare for intensive training.
- No outside photography or videography allowed. No flash photography or video.
- Out of respect for artist and our contracts, do not contact artists for private lessons or bookings. Direct all inquiries to the organizers.
- WE HAVE OUR OWN VIDEOGRAPHER AND PHOTOGRAPHER FOR THE EVENT. OUT OF RESPECT FOR OUR TEAM AND THE FLOW OF THE EXPERIENCE, WE KINDLY ASK THAT NO OUTSIDE VIDEOGRAPHERS OR PHOTOGRAPHERS BE BROUGHT IN. THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING.
- No competition or workshops this year—just celebration, artistry, and growth.
- Shimmy Shakedown is held once a year in the Spring (March and/or April)
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Thank You for Supporting Shimmy Shakedown!
Created in 2012 by Irene Alba, Shimmy Shakedown continues to uplift dancers from all backgrounds through powerful education and community. Co-produced by Jizzelle Alexis, this festival would not be possible without your love and support.
We can't wait to dance with you in Spring 2026!
With gratitude, Irene & Jizzelle
