Showman Viraf Todywalla is at it again – performing on stage, that is.
And this time it’s all for a good cause – to raise funds for Heart Children New Zealand Inc.
Todywalla and his troupe will be part of the Namaste New Zealand Multicultural Musical Extravaganza Nite set to be held in Pakuranga on Saturday, August 29.
The multicultural show, which will also feature Maori, Indian and Salsa performances, is part of efforts by staff of Farmers Botany Down store store to raise funds and celebrate the iconic Kiwi store’s 100th year of service.
It is also expected to feature up and coming local Indian entertainer Ashish Ramakrishnan.
Dance performances are by V4U Entertainments (Bollywood/Bhangra), KRAZY KIDZ (Rocker Stars), Monisha School of Dance (Indian Classical), DJ Kunal (Michael Jackson), Gina & Team (Salsa), Azhar Adam (Break Dance), Natasha & group (hip hop / islander fusion), Karishma & Samoa Group (fusion), Jay (Hip Hop), Romeo (Jazz), Shaniel Singh ( Bollywood) etc.
Singers: Ashish Ramakrishnan, Rachit Bhatia, Viraj Maki, Gina Te Whata,
Sanya Minocha etc.
Todywalla, better known as the man behind the V4U Entertainment, is a former staff member of Farmers Botany.
“I worked there for six years, and this time I was approached by staff there to help out – I am most happy to as it is all for a very good cause,” said Todywalla, who himself features in numerous stage performances throughout the year in New Zealand.
His most recent outing was as a judge and guest performer in the Indi King 2009 at the Dorothy Winstone Centre in Auckland.
And currently he is heading the choreography for the stars of Pump Up The Mandali, a full-length Bollywood film being made in Auckland.
Tickets for the show, to be held at Edgewater College, Edgewater Drive, in Paukranga, are $10 and $20 for VIP seats.
Tickets available at Farmers Botany Downs, and also from Viraf Todywalla on 09 576 9399 or 021 0424245. Also at Moshims Pakuranga and major video shops. For more info Call: 2729880 / 5769399 / 021 0424245