Author Topic: We're making big changes at VIBC. (Read 1681 times)

VIBC · « **on:** January 17, 2012, 01:09:12 PM »

Dear Bhangra Lovers,
We're making big changes at VIBC. After 7 years of producing an annual festival and one of North America's pre-eminent Bhangra Competitions, we are going into year 8 with a total reboot of our organization. We are expanding our program and shaking things up once again.

So, in 2012, there will be no Bhangra Competition.
What you will see at the City of Bhangra festival are over 14 independent events being produced over a 10-day period in two cities. For the first time ever, our annual festival will launch in the city of Surrey, BC, and culminate in a 2-day, outdoor extravaganza called "Downtown Bhangra" in the heart of Vancouver. We will still be hosting the top Bhangra teams from North America and beyond, as well as musical talent from four corners of the earth. In lieu of prize money, we will be offering travel bursaries to qualified teams. Instead of rankings of 1st or 3rd place, there will be a "people’s choice award" or a "best of show" recognition. We will be presenting the same calibre of talent our audiences have come to expect and the focus will finally be on the message of the entire City of Bhangra festival.
In 2012, the City of Bhangra festival will take place from May 31^st to June 10^th. We look forward to performers from far and wide descending upon our festival, to take advantage of the events, the conferences, and the performance opportunities. Please get in touch with board member Kiran Mander via performers@vibc.org or visit www.vibc.org/contact if you wish to learn more and begin planning your trip to Vancouver. We are excited to be hosting you.On behalf of the Board of Directors,

Mo DhaliwalChair
http://museumofvancouver.ca/exhibitions/exhibit/bhangrame-vancouvers-bhangra-story

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Bhangra Teams' Forum · « **on:** January 17, 2012, 01:09:12 PM »

Romy · « **Reply #1 on:** January 17, 2012, 03:12:57 PM »

Please register! We have a lot of new changes and awesome events coming up. Also, please read the letter attached that goes over why we are changing our format and explains the changes even further.

Again, I'd like to re-iterate that any teams, local or out of town, that would like to perform at any of our events and would like a registration packet, or have any questions can email us at performers@vibc.org, or me directly at romy.basi@vibc.org

Out of town teams can qualify for travel bursaries and free hotel stay. See you all in May & June!

Barua · « **Reply #2 on:** January 17, 2012, 04:50:29 PM »

I support this initiative

Swi · « **Reply #3 on:** January 17, 2012, 05:03:44 PM »

Quote from: BRRUAH! on January 17, 2012, 04:50:29 PM

I support this initiative

Yea, absolutely support this. Thank you for the letter, teams are not as dumb as people think. It was clear and sincere and I think everyone will understand/support it.

abhigames · « **Reply #4 on:** January 17, 2012, 05:22:34 PM »

pretty dope..i like it

jfried · « **Reply #5 on:** January 17, 2012, 05:29:25 PM »

Interesting. Wish you guys the best of luck on making this happen. It'll be really cool when it all comes together.

Romy · « **Reply #6 on:** January 17, 2012, 05:34:26 PM »

Thanks everyone for the support! Let me know if there are any questions or concerns that any of you might have

Amit · « **Reply #7 on:** January 17, 2012, 05:57:19 PM »

VIBC is definitely one of the best bhangra experiences I've had. Great organizers, beautiful city, and amazing vibe (bazinga). Would definitely encourage all teams to check it out.

Anik915 · « **Reply #8 on:** January 17, 2012, 06:21:50 PM »

Seems like it will be a beautiful event!

Basim · « **Reply #9 on:** January 17, 2012, 06:25:05 PM »

Hate to lose another competition, particularly in the Canadian West Coast region (and especially how "big" VIBC was), but I respect the decision and what you guys are trying to do.

Good luck. Go Romy!

~ Basim

dheerja · « **Reply #10 on:** January 17, 2012, 08:26:22 PM »

Lots of respect and 100% agree with your decision. The ultra-competitive atmosphere that came about the past few years really ruined what VIBC has always been about!

When will application info be available for teams interested in performing?

Romy · « **Reply #11 on:** January 17, 2012, 08:30:09 PM »

Quote from: dheerja on January 17, 2012, 08:26:22 PM

Lots of respect and 100% agree with your decision. The ultra-competitive atmosphere that came about the past few years really ruined what VIBC has always been about!

When will application info be available for teams interested in performing?

Registration packages will be available shortly! We are currently finalizing and putting all the details together for the packages and it will be posted on BTF when it's ready.

faysal · « **Reply #12 on:** January 17, 2012, 08:32:22 PM »

bomb.com

RAJ22 · « **Reply #13 on:** January 17, 2012, 08:49:29 PM »

Sickkkk

munchkin89 · « **Reply #14 on:** January 17, 2012, 10:27:05 PM »

VIBC keeping it real; i'm sure it'll be great and lots of fun! Can't wait

dheerja · « **Reply #15 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:38:17 AM »

Quote from: Romy on January 17, 2012, 08:30:09 PM

Quote from: dheerja on January 17, 2012, 08:26:22 PM
Lots of respect and 100% agree with your decision. The ultra-competitive atmosphere that came about the past few years really ruined what VIBC has always been about!

When will application info be available for teams interested in performing?

Registration packages will be available shortly! We are currently finalizing and putting all the details together for the packages and it will be posted on BTF when it's ready.

Hi Romy! I checked the website and it says the registration deadline was January 31st for performers, but I didn't see anything posted here on BTF. Is that for a separate part of the festival?

Kush · « **Reply #16 on:** February 22, 2012, 03:28:03 PM »

...this is the first time i'm seeing this. PLEASE tell me the deadline hasnt passed, this is possibly the best idea on the bhangra circuit.

Kartik · « **Reply #17 on:** February 22, 2012, 08:40:22 PM »

Looks great, we could definitely do with some more exhibitions in the circuit

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