BY SONAM MIRPURI
IRVINE, CA – Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation presented a fund raising event ‘Ekal Sur Ekal Taal’ an Indian tribal musical mega concert, a rainbow spectrum of talent and skills, with a special appearance by standup comedian Alay Joglekar. The evening was filled with singing and dance performances, as well as a systematically...
IRVINE, CA – Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation presented a fund raising event ‘Ekal Sur Ekal Taal’ an Indian tribal musical mega concert, a rainbow spectrum of talent and skills, with a special appearance by standup comedian Alay Joglekar. The evening was filled with singing and dance performances, as well as a systematically...
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planned program on April 29 at the Northwood High School Performing Arts Center here. Funds were raised to support 500 schools in India. Joglekar, master of ceremonies, an Indian- American comedian born and brought up in Orange County, began the show by entertaining the audience with a few of his jokes.“I know we are Indians but we are actually going to start on time,” said Joglekar as the attendees were trickling in to the hall and looking for their seats.
After a few laughs and all of the attendees in their seats , the program continued with the national anthems of the US and India.
Deepak Sharma, Ekal Vidyalaya Greater Los Angeles Area Chapter President, was invited on stage by Joglekar to say a few words.
“This is a new location, we have a standup comedian, and the number of tickets sold this year is much higher,” said Sharma .
Starting off the performances came a piece depicting unity. “Mile Sur Mera Tumhara,” highlighting individuals from different regions as one. Patriotism was the subject at hand for the cultural segment. The first act incorporated a variety of songs which promoted India.‘Woh Bharat Desh Hai Mera,’ ‘Mere Desh Ki Dharti,’‘VandeMataram,’ and ‘India Wale’ were some of the songs which were remixed into one performance.
Then it was time for fundraising. Ramesh and Dev Goyal, sponsors, donated the first $100 for 13 schools totaling $1,300 to motivate others to donate the remaining $265 per school. “The money goes toward the schools which will educate and empower the rural and tribal communities,” said Surbha Abhyankar, a volunteer. Thirteen audience members quickly volunteered to donate the remaining amount for the schools. “This amount will not affect us but it will highly affect them,” said Joglekar.
Ekal Vidyalaya’s goal of the evening was to raise money for 500 schools which was met. Manu and Rika Shah of Sarva Mangal Family Trust, generously announced to donate 500 tablets for Gujarat Ekal Vidyalaya schools.
A brief video was presented to the audience demonstrating Ekal Vidyalaya at work with information about the foundation.
Subsequently, performing to Bollywood songs the artists came on stage to entertain the audience. The songs ranged from different eras of the industry. The songs which garnered the most audience response were “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo” and “Dholi Taaro.” At various points of this remix attendees clapped along to the beat of the music. Folk culture was showcased next. This performance portrayed dance forms from nine different states of India including Assam, Sikkim, Gujarat and Punjab. Joglekar interspersed the program with his humor. Coming on stage off and on. He joked about the stereotype of Indians wanting their children to become doctors. His parents would “subtly brainwash” him in hopes of their son becoming a doctor.“Do you want to read this book, it’s by DR. Seuss?; Do you want to have this drink, it’s DR. Pepper?,…” said Joglekar. Following the vote of thanks to all those who facilitated in making the event possible, came the finale performance‘ Ramayana.’ The audience gave the artists a standing ovation and a huge round of applause for doing a great job reenacting the Ramayana.
After a few laughs and all of the attendees in their seats , the program continued with the national anthems of the US and India.
Deepak Sharma, Ekal Vidyalaya Greater Los Angeles Area Chapter President, was invited on stage by Joglekar to say a few words.
“This is a new location, we have a standup comedian, and the number of tickets sold this year is much higher,” said Sharma .
Starting off the performances came a piece depicting unity. “Mile Sur Mera Tumhara,” highlighting individuals from different regions as one. Patriotism was the subject at hand for the cultural segment. The first act incorporated a variety of songs which promoted India.‘Woh Bharat Desh Hai Mera,’ ‘Mere Desh Ki Dharti,’‘VandeMataram,’ and ‘India Wale’ were some of the songs which were remixed into one performance.
Then it was time for fundraising. Ramesh and Dev Goyal, sponsors, donated the first $100 for 13 schools totaling $1,300 to motivate others to donate the remaining $265 per school. “The money goes toward the schools which will educate and empower the rural and tribal communities,” said Surbha Abhyankar, a volunteer. Thirteen audience members quickly volunteered to donate the remaining amount for the schools. “This amount will not affect us but it will highly affect them,” said Joglekar.
Ekal Vidyalaya’s goal of the evening was to raise money for 500 schools which was met. Manu and Rika Shah of Sarva Mangal Family Trust, generously announced to donate 500 tablets for Gujarat Ekal Vidyalaya schools.
A brief video was presented to the audience demonstrating Ekal Vidyalaya at work with information about the foundation.
Subsequently, performing to Bollywood songs the artists came on stage to entertain the audience. The songs ranged from different eras of the industry. The songs which garnered the most audience response were “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo” and “Dholi Taaro.” At various points of this remix attendees clapped along to the beat of the music. Folk culture was showcased next. This performance portrayed dance forms from nine different states of India including Assam, Sikkim, Gujarat and Punjab. Joglekar interspersed the program with his humor. Coming on stage off and on. He joked about the stereotype of Indians wanting their children to become doctors. His parents would “subtly brainwash” him in hopes of their son becoming a doctor.“Do you want to read this book, it’s by DR. Seuss?; Do you want to have this drink, it’s DR. Pepper?,…” said Joglekar. Following the vote of thanks to all those who facilitated in making the event possible, came the finale performance‘ Ramayana.’ The audience gave the artists a standing ovation and a huge round of applause for doing a great job reenacting the Ramayana.
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