"Bollywood & Beyond"
American Family Concerts presents "Bollywood and Beyond!" Experience the Golden Age of Hindi cinema and culture of the largest film industry in the world. Bollywood films have dazzled audiences for over 100 years with their elaborate song and dance sequences. We've gathered popular favorites from action and romance films, plus indigenous songs to celebrate the diversity of many cultures. With exciting and beautiful music from the Middle East, Africa, Brazil, Spain, France, and Greece, this program is sweet AND spicy!
*Featuring songs in 7 languages with supertitles and optional video support
Set List
[110-minute show, includes 20-minute intermission]
Homage to Bharat - Orchestral Overture
Ahesta Bero - Afghan Wedding Song
Tujhe Dekha Toh - Hindi Love Song
Punjabi Wedding Song - Pakistani Bhangra Dance
Alf Leila wa Leila - Arab Love Song
Je ne Regrette Rien - French Ballad
The Last Time - Siren Sea Original
Mas Que Nada - Brazilian Samba
Udi Udi Jaye - Bollywood Dandiya Dance Song
Zorba the Greek - Greek Dance from the Film
Nagada Sang Dhol - Bollywood Garba Dance Song
Stones - Siren Sea Original
Tum Hi Ho - Bollywood Love Ballad
A Night in Tunisia - African-inspired Jazz
Malaguena - Spanish Folk Song
Chanda Mama Door Ke - Hindi Lullaby
C'est la vie - Algerian Sing Along
About the Artists
Reema Schonbeck
The CEO and founder of Noire Productions. Reema’s noir pop style has been called “so beautiful to experience.” She has performed in Paris, Berlin, London, Alaska, Mexico – as well as every part of the United States from California to New York. As a performer, Reema’s voice can be heard on Platinum level selling albums, on TV, in commercials, in the Shanghai Disney castle show, as part of press releases for luxury resorts, and so much more.
Niklaus Schonbeck
Whether it is electric guitar, flamenco guitar, or mandolin, Nik brings his eclectic musical expertise to every stage of the show. Majoring in Jazz Studies at one of the world's foremost music schools, the University of North Texas, Nik learned a level of mastery of music as an art form that unlocks the most creative ideas. His guitar playing can be heard on recordings and stages around the globe.
Nik and Reema perform together as the duo Siren Sea, releasing 4 collections and touring internationally since 2012.
Celeste Vee
Celeste began studying classical violin at age four in Harlingen, TX. She made her professional debut in the musical Fiddler on the Roof when she was twelve and never looked back. She completed her music degree at Southern Methodist University with a concentration in Vocal Performance and a Minor in Theater.
She built her initial freelance career in event entertainment, playing and singing with high-end corporate bands and performing for such distinguished guests as Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. Her passion for musical theater took her to NYC where she continued her studies in acting, music and dance at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. After returning to Texas she continued performing and event planning while earning an MBA at University of Texas at Dallas. She launched her exciting solo violin endeavor in 2018 when she followed her Army officer husband to his assignment in Alexandria, VA. There she continued to build her repertoire of music from around the world, focusing especially on Middle Eastern and Bollywood film music.