ECSTATIC DANCE LBNY: SOLSTICE EDITION

ECSTATIC DANCE LBNY: SOLSTICE EDITION

December 22nd, join us for an evening of movement transformation and illumination as we celebrate the Winter Solstice in community!

This immersive ecstatic dance event invites you to embrace the longest night of the year within a curated sacred container with activities designed to clarify, connect and uplift.

The evening begins with a grounding opening ceremony. We then segue to our Warm-Up portion featuring Kundalini Meditation and Breathwork to foster aligned connection to spirit, followed by Somatic Chakra Activation to awaken our energy centers and prepare us for the dance. As we flow into the Ecstatic Wave, get ready to move with a vibrant ecstatic DJ set by Morgana, complemented by ethereal dance and musical performances that will elevate the atmosphere including a surprise multi-instrumentalist & trained performer/choreographer Hannah Sandhu presenting her dance piece "Yerushalayim shel zahav".

As we transition into the closing portion of the event, immerse yourself in a soothing, surround sound transcendental Soundbath led by a trio of experienced practitioners, providing a tranquil end to our shared journey.

Additionally, you can explore our Choose Your Own Adventure offerings, featuring an Herbal Elixir Bar of botanically inspired drinks and a Divination Station where you can gain insight into your path ahead as we descend deeper into the heart of winter & relish this period of the expanding light.

Early Bird Tickets live on November 23rd, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this magical celebration!

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ABOUT OUR DJ: MORGANA

Morgana is a New York-based Sonic Alchemist, Music and Art Curator and Event Producer who believes in the power of music and art to uplift, unite and heal. She delights in taking her audiences on celestial journeys of deep exploration with a unique musical style she calls ‘Melodic Magic.’ Her mission is to transport her listeners to a completely uninhibited, Zen and awakened state. A yogi and nature enthusiast, Morgana weaves earthy, progressive ethno world beats with a modern, electronic edge to stir you both physically and spiritually.

Having performed at venues, festivals and wellness retreats in New York City, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York, Morgana made her debut at Burning Man in 2022 spinning for Kostume Kult, Sweet Spot, Fire & Ice and ARCH Production & Design’s art car, ‘Harvey the Disco Kitty.’ Next, she is excited to showcase her musical artistry at Art Basel Miami and Morocco this December.

An artist in residence (AIR) at Hotel Nyack (a JDV by Hyatt property) last summer, Morgana has been a co-creator and resident DJ for Ecstatic Dance Nyack since May of 2023 and an AIR at La Redonda Tavern at the GARNER Arts Center. She is a founding member of the collective 'Cosmic Bliss' which offers guided meditative sound journeys, and the Executive Producer of a series known as the 'Evening Salon' which is an immersive art and music happening that features emerging artists in the Lower Hudson Valley. She is also Co-Producer of GARNER Art Center’s Hudson Valley Maker Faire as well as the Music Curator for GARNER’S new, upcoming music series to be held at Roundtable Brewery. Morgana has served on the Board of Directors at The Rockland Conservatory of Music and also for artist Andy Golub's non-profit Human Connection Arts. She is also on the Art Council of Rockland’s Poet Laureate Advisory Board.

Morgana is also passionate about the environment and wildlife conservation and supports several non-profit organizations including Keep Rockland Beautiful, where she has both volunteered for area clean-ups as well as served as a Board Director. She also supports the Audubon Society and The National Park Foundation, among others. When not creating community, platforms for creative expression, or DJing, Morgana loves snowboarding, surfing, rollerblading, photographing abstract sculpture, writing poetry, and above all, her two children.

Instagram: @djmorgana_jams www.djmorgana.com

MELISSA MOSS: Melissa has an undergraduate degree in psychology that helped deepen her interest in the human condition and has a Master's Degree in Special Education. She has learned to be flexible, differentiate her healing work with others and is a lifelong student.She is a trained and certified Shamanic Practitioner using The Way of the Shaman, the Michael Harner Method as well as a Usui Reiki Master teacher. She completed a yoga teacher training at Serenity Yoga and is a certified Asana for Autism instructor. Somatic trainings include Chakra Dance by Natalie Southgate, and Kunda Dance by Maya Fiennes. She is also certified in Mindfulness, Meditation and Movement through Breathe 4 Change. She is a certified Akashic Record Reader, uses sound therapy in all sessions and brings years of experience to these sessions. Sound, movement and deep introspection are her passions and hopes to help others heal with these as well. Born on the beach and spending her life by the ocean identifies who she is in every way.

HANNAH SANDHU: Hannah Sandhu is a Dancer, Singer, Actress that hails originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, now based in Brooklyn, New York. She is a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (Musical Theatre), and a graduate of The Alvin Ailey School, (Ballet and Modern dance). She has trained with NBT, ACT, ODC, YPTMTC, Alonzo King Lines, and WDF. She is fluent in over 15 different styles of world cultural dance (Afro Haitian, Afro Caribbean, West African, Congolese, Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Chinese, Bhartanatyam, Katakh, Bollywood, Russian Character, Samba, and Persian Belly dance, as well as Ballet, Horton, Jazz, Tap, Hip hop, Graham Technique, Fosse, and Improv based styles. She is trained in Musical Theatre including Meisner technique, and is an ardent jazz vocalist. She is currently dancing with Tatiana Dance Company, and Paparim Israeli Folk Dance Company. She is also a Gogo dancer/ Showgirl with 26 Stars, Athena Entertainment, and Fluxion Entertainment. She looks forward to traveling the world with her art and spreading the light. She is very excited to be performing this piece she created for the Israeli Folk Dance Festival this year ardently named "Yerushalayim Shel Zahav", after her moving back from Israel after October 7th, and would like to dedicate her piece to all of the Jewish souls we lost on that day and continue to be held hostage against their will.

JESSICA SARTER:

STACEY HIRSCHMAN:

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Whats is Ecstatic Dance? Ecstatic Dance is a revolutionary celebration of music/dance within a 3 hour container that encompasses liberating movement, true community connection, and holistic wellness in all its guises.

This event is phone & alcohol free. No dance experience or partner is necessary or needed

~What makes Ecstatic Dance so powerful and unique?

****Permission to move! And fully express yourself!****

Ecstatic Dance is a revolutionary celebration of music/dance within a 3 hour container that encompasses liberating movement, true community connection, and holistic wellness in all its guises.

To quote Ashville Movement Collective:

Ecstatic Dance is "free-form dance movement inspired and led by carefully crafted music with the intention of creating a healing journey. The music follows a wave form, starting slow, moving to a peak, and descending into stillness. No dance experience or partner is necessary or needed."

GUIDELINES

1. No talking on the dance floor. The dance floor is for moving (but feel free to chat at the elixir bar, lounging areas, or on the sidelines).

2. Always an intoxicant free zone: Drug-Free, Smoke-Free, Alcohol-Free environment.

3. No photos or videos (this is a big one & we ask that you respect this). Cellphones are set to silent and out of sight

4. Please respect our venue space and the personal space of each other. All dancing with each other must be consensual.

5. Move your body however you wish!

TIPS

• Wear clothes that you feel comfortable in and that allow your body to move and feel free.
• Bring a water bottle. We aspire to be a zero waste event. You can refill your water bottle at the venue and their will be refreshing elixirs available for purchase.
• Cubbies available to store your belongings but space is limited so please limit your amount of personal items.

TICKETS

*Tier 1: Early Bird Tickets /$35

*Tier 2: General Admission:/$40

*Tier 3: $45

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Pod Spa and Wellness, 221 East Park Avenue, Long Beach, United States