Opening Night: Grupo Fantasma
When the doors swing free on opening night, prepare for a convergence of contagious energy, fabulously funky sounds, and widespread glee in a swirling global bazaar. This is the night to slip on your best dancing shoes, because the main event, Grupo Fantasma, will serve up an unclassifiable orchestral fusion of global music with funk roots and infectious Latin rhythms that simply dares you to rush the dance floor. The Village Voicewarns that these musicians will "knock you down with their grooves." But not to worry—as the night jams on, hit the refueling stations inside the tented amphitheatre, where you can refresh in the night air while listening to the I-Pan Steel Drums and choose your favorite savory or sweet treat from a bevy of local vendors, including Moonstruck Chocolates, Blues BBQ, Manolo's, Great Harvest Bread Company, Papa George Restaurant, Siam Terrace, and Biaggi's Restaurant.
Then, head back inside to discover DJ Bris, mendhi art, facepainting, and a huge community mural that will live on in the lobby for weeks after opening night. And don't forget to stop by the 40 North/88 West table to learn about free membership in the Champaign County Arts Council.
Tickets are $5 OR you can always volunteer to work for the event and get in for free! Just email Nicole at nleupp2@illinois.edu to see if there are any spots left.
Picture courtesy of:
www.abctvgorehill.com.au
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