Rhapsodie, the three-day grand tenth anniversary celebrations at Billabong High International School got to a cracking start with ‘A Waltz Around the World’.
A Waltz around the World was a glittering dance extravaganza showcasing no less than 27 dances from all around the world. Sandip Soparrkar, the world renowned dance choreographer and maestro of Ballroom and latin American Dance was present as the chief guest.
A stylish dancer himself, Sandip Soparrkar in his address advised students to follow their passion with hard work and diligence. On the occasion, the Village Fair Gala enthralled the audience.
Guests were welcomed to the beats of drums and rose petals showered by students dressed in traditional attire on the second day of Billabong High International School’s tenth anniversary celebrations. The venue was transformed into a scene from a village fair aptly titled ‘Virse di Chau’ with thatched huts selling traditional wares, women applying henna, a potter’s wheel churning beautiful clay objects, a chaupal or village square with the panchayat in attendance, camel rides and games galore bringing a welcome respite from the dreary humdrum of everyday city life.
Hue Vue, the art gallery, comprising of paintings, sculptures and other art work created by students throughout the year was inaugurated by the chief guest.
The Junior Choir’s rendition of the iconic song ‘We are the World’ set the mood and spirit for the celebrations ahead. The African dance of the Massai Tribes, the Korean fan dance, Tarantella Scarf Dance were some of the colourful performances of the day.
The three-day-long ‘Decade Celebration’ of Billabong High Bhopal, culminated with the enactment of Broadway Musical.
It was indeed a ground breaking event in more ways than one. It was the first time that Broadway Musical was performed in Bhopal. The entire act was conceived, scripted and directed by the High school students of Billabong. lina Ashar, Director KKEl graced the occasion as chief guest.