A Joyous Celebration of Culture at HAmaro Fest 2025

Day 1 – Friday, April 4th: An Electrifying Evening of Romani Soul
The festival began with a buzz of excitement at the VIP Meet & Greet at 6 PM, where attendees had a chance to connect with artists and organizers. As the doors opened at 6:30, guests poured into the venue, ready for an evening of cross-cultural magic.

🎶 Flamenco India (7–8 PM)
Opening the night was the innovative Flamenco India, a musical journey crafted by Oliver Rajamani, exploring the Indian roots of Spanish Flamenco. Joined by acclaimed Kathak dancer Labonee Mohanta and dynamic fusion dancer Reetu Jain, the performance mesmerized with its rhythmic storytelling and soulful melodies. It was a breathtaking tribute to shared histories and creative evolution.

🎸 Jeronimo Maya (8:15–9:15 PM)
Next up, the legendary Jeronimo Maya took the stage with a powerful solo flamenco guitar concert. Every note reflected the deep roots of his Romani heritage, captivating the audience with the richness and depth of traditional flamenco. A true master of the art, Maya's performance was both intimate and electrifying.

💃 Via Romen & Erika Lakatos (9:30 PM onward)
The evening reached a joyous high with Via Romen, led by virtuoso Vadim Kolpakov, and featuring an all-star ensemble: singer Alina Nazarevich, violinist Valeriy Glava, dancer Alla Rada, and the vibrant Erika Lakatos. Their high-energy performance of Eastern European Romani music had everyone on their feet. Lively rhythms, rich vocals, and bold dance moves invited the crowd to quite literally dance the night away.