Ecstatic Dance Oakland - Sweets Ballroom
Sunday April 27th - DJ: MORiLLO
Contact Improv: Merrick Jacob
Yoga: Maria Zotov
Circle & Meditation: Katie McClung
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DJ: MORiLLO
MORiLLO's passion lies in the exploration and creation of a distinctive sonic landscape, a fusion of electronic, dub, trip-hop, and world music. At its core, his sound embodies both rhythm and emotion, weaving a tapestry that resonates deeply with listeners. His catalog spans the spectrum, from pulsating dancefloor anthems to introspective, vibe-infused tracks ideal for intimate settings, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in his musical journey.
With a desire to expand his opportunities across the music world, Zach moved to Los Angeles in 2012. He quickly found work as a touring drummer for internationally acclaimed artists RHYE, Childish Gambino, and Groundation and has traveled the world performing at the biggest and best festivals and venues like Coachella, Red Rocks, and The Hollywood Bowl. In addition, he has been creating and developing his own unique sound and identity through music production and djing. As the artist ‘Morillo’, Zach has released three albums, three ep's, and a multitude of singles and remixes on established labels such as Gravitas Recordings, Muti Music, High Vibe Records, Tribal Trap, Hybrid Trap, Simplify, and Play Me Records. As he continues to build his project, Zach’s music has been celebrated by music lovers and DJ's on stages and at festivals around the world.
https://www.morillomusic.com/music
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Timing: (Arrive when you Wish)
9:45am - Doors Open
10am - Contact Improv (Main Floor)
10am - Yoga (Upstairs)
10:45am - Opening Circle
11am - Ecstatic Dance
1pm - Sound Healing / Meditation
1:11pm - Good Day! - Time for Picnic
After Dance Picnic is held next to Lake Merritt near the Fairyland Sign by Whole Foods on Grand Avenue & Harrison.
Tickets:
Available at the door with Cash / Card / Venmo
$25 Drop-In
$20 Circle Passes sold in 5 packs ($100)
@ Sweets Ballroom
1933 Broadway, Oakland, CA
19th St. BART
Secured Covered Parking: Dalziel Garage
250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612
$6.30
Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Opening
or ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.
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Contact Improv: Merrick Jacob
Merrick Jacob Merrick is a lover of movement, continuously in awe of the body and its potential for delightful expression, wild creativity, & authentic connection. Influenced by her practices of contact improvisation, figure skating, acroyoga, and hand-balancing, she guides playful movement experiences as an opportunity for deep listening, research, and co-creation. Merrick hosts contact improvisation every 2nd & 4th Wednesday evening at The Center SF. Say hi here: merrickjacob.com
Yoga: Maria Zotov
Maria (Masha) is a traditional style yoga teacher, who studied in India.
She left her Civil Engineering career to become a full time Hatha and Vinyasa yoga teacher.
Her current hobbies besides yoga are partner acrobatics, contact improvisation and chess.
With 6.5 years of experience teaching and 17 years of practice she’s currently leading group and corporate classes as well as privates and teaching in wellness retreats in the Bay Area.
Maria is mindful about efficient and safe alignment for injury prevention, helping to lose joint stiffness using traditional Hatha yoga techniques.
She's enthusiastic about Ashtanga Yoga for a balanced, strong and flexible body and uses breathing techniques to boost energy levels, improve focus and concentration, stress and sleep problems reduction and others.
IG: @traveling_yogini_maria
Circle & Meditation: Katie McClung
Katie McClung is a yoga instructor, visual artist, musician, educator, and dance enthusiast who has been a part of the ecstatic dance community for over a decade. She has also been a non profit program manager and events manager for many years. Katie combines her skills, interests, talents, and playfulness in order to create an inviting space and joyous experience for dance attendees.
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All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance, Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey. Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze. Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.
Ecstatic Dance can be your:
- Physical Exercise
- Mental Therapy
- Connection to Spirit
- Social Connection with Others
- Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
- Talking on the Dancefloor
- Using your Phone
- Wearing Shoes
- Using Substances (Be Yourself!)
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Website:
https://ecstaticdance.org/dance/oakland-ecstatic-dance-sunday-morning/
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@ Sweets Ballroom
1933 Broadway, Oakland, CA
19th St. BART
Secured Covered Parking: Dalziel Garage
250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612
$6.30
