Thane (Maharashtra), [India], June 17, 2024: A stage is a canvas, and dance is the art painted with every leap, twirl, and step. This year, the canvas gets grander and the stakes higher as the International Groovefest (IIGF) 2024 unfurls its curtains in Malaysia.
Hosted by Padanyaas Entertainment, this hub of global dance culture is not just a contest; it’s a crossroads of passion and dreams, inviting talents from the furthest reaches of the planet.
Since its spectacular debut in Dubai in 2018, IIGF has charted a course through the world’s cultural capitals—from Bangkok in 2019 to Pattaya, from the digital expanse in 2021 to the shores of Sri Lanka in 2023.
Each year, the festival has expanded its embrace, drawing in over 1,900 participants from 17 countries, including the rhythmic beats of South Africa, the intricate ballets of Russia, the vibrant folk dances of Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and the energetic moves of Thailand.
Now, in its 6th season, IIGF promises to be a mosaic of these diverse dance cultures, each performance a thread woven into the fabric of dance history.
This November 18th and 19th, the theme “Celebrating Dance, Inspiring Lives” will come to life in the heart of Malaysia.
Perks of participation? IIGF provides a unique opportunity to not only travel to a new exciting destination but also showcase your talent on an international stage. You get to network and collaborate with various artists from around the world, which results in broadening your horizons. IIGF has served as a launch pad for numerous dancers from various parts of India. These dancers have gone on to establish their own dance academies and earn significant respect within their communities.
The event’s motto, “Where Passion Meets Recognition,” captures the essence of the festival. Here, dancers don’t just perform; they connect, creating networks that blossom into lifelong collaborations and compete in a spirited atmosphere that propels their careers to new heights.
But what’s a festival without its rewards? At IIGF 2024, the accolades are as substantial as the experience: a grand cash prize of Rs. 5 Lakhs awaits the dancers, promising not just financial support but a significant boost for future endeavours as well.
IIGF is also introducing a new segment: a contest between educational institutes, helping students represent their schools or colleges on the global platform.
Prestigious trophies, medals, and certificates will also be awarded, each a token of excellence that could unlock doors to scholarships, global stages, and coveted endorsements.
Whether you’re a soloist who speaks through silence and subtlety, a duo that dialogues through dynamics, or a group that narrates tales through synchronisation, IIGF has a spot for you.
The festival honours all forms of dance—classical, freestyle, semi-classical, and folk. For dancers who have seen more than three decades of life, the “Superwoman” category stands as a testament to the ageless spirit of dance. This category energises women aged 30 and above to portray their talent on a global platform.
IIGF’s impact lingers beyond the stage presence. It catalyzes transformation, turning dancers into entrepreneurs, educators, and global ambassadors of their art.
With auditions commencing in June, IIGF 2024 beckons every dancer to step forward. This isn’t just an invitation to compete; it’s a call to embrace your destiny on the dance floor.
Curious minds and eager feet can reach out for more details at:
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