About the acts
Ekta Taunk
Ekta Taunk is a trained Bharatnatyam dancer (Indian classical dance). Her performances include a variety of new forms and adopted different dance styles, including Bollywood dance. She has been teaching for over 20 years and has inspired many people to understand Indian culture and enjoy Bollywood music. She will be joined on stage by the Indian Community Association of Bracknell.
Kryla
Kryla is a choir made up of resettled Ukrainian women, led by Oksana Dema. They perform Ukranian songs as a symbol of freedom and hope for the future. Their performances express gratitude to the British people for their support during difficult times and cherish the bond between the 2 nations as they look forward to a future victory and returning home.
Matthew Allman
Matthew Allman is originally from Barbados but now lives in Berkshire. He is a talented singer, songwriter and an exceptional vocalist. Matthew brings an infectious energy to any performance. With a set list of over 370 songs including reggae, soul, motown, rock, pop and blues, you’re sure to hear songs you know and love.
Jadoo Tribal Dance
Jadoo Tribal Dance are a group based in Bracknell. They perform improvised fusion dance inspired by traditions from around the world. Each performance is totally different as the leader chooses movements based on the music and communicates this to the group with subtle gestures and movements.
Bracknell and Wokingham Community Concert Band
The Bracknell and Wokingham Community Concert Band has over 40 members from a range of generations and backgrounds. Led by professional conductors, they play a wide variety of popular, classical, and swing music, as well as songs from the movies.
Bracknell Victorious Assembly Choir
With much enthusiasm and faith in God, the Bracknell Victorious Assembly Choir is made up of members of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Bracknell Victorious Assembly. This vibrant community church was established in Bracknell in August 2007. The congregation welcomes people from all nations to meet and enjoy fellowship.
Henjila
Henjila is representing the Sandhurst Nepali community and performing original songs about her personal experiences.
Dhol Collective
Bracknell-based Dhol Collective are a high energy Panjabi-fusion drumming group that blend Bhangra folk dance beats with modern tunes. From 90’s dance classics to traditional drum beats, Dhol Collective will bring an incredible party atmosphere to the event.
Elibah School of Dance
Elibah School of Dance specialises in teaching a variety of dance to children who, not only attend evening and weekend classes but also within independent and state schools, nurseries and pre-schools around Berkshire, Hampshire and Surrey. Their dance styles include:
- Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) ballet
- Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) tap
- jazz
- modern theatre
- acrobatic arts
- street dance
- conditioning
- contemporary
- musical theatre
- adult street dance
Vocalese
Vocalese is a friendly community choir open to anyone aged 16 and over. They sing for fun and cover a wide range of genres from rock, ballads, show tunes, barbershop, folk, light classical, and beyond.