Ecstatic Dance Oakland: Featuring Izzy Wise

Ecstatic Dance Oakland is back under new stewardship at Sweets Ballroom: Wednesday evening schedule: 6:45pm - Doors Open 7:00pm Contact Improv & Yoga 7:45pm - Opening Circle 8:00pm - Ecstatic Dance 10:15pm - Sound Bath / Closing Meditation ~ Food Service & Cacao 8pm to 10:30pm by Leela Maya of Sacred Decadence + Tea Lounge by Aless Shanti ~ Sweets Ballroom 1933 Broadway, Oakland, CA BART: 19th St. BART Parking: *Secured Covered Parking: Dalziel Garage 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612 Tickets: Available at the door with Cash / Venmo $25 Drop-In $20 Passes sold in 5 packs Volunteer Opportunity: Please email us at [email protected] Ecstatic Dance Agreements: Let the dance be your language, we keep the floor a space of movement rather than words. Follow what feels true in your body, honor your own boundaries, and practice consent in every interaction. We gather in a clear, substance-free field, no alcohol or drugs. Please keep phones away so we can be fully present together. Dance barefoot if you can, or wear soft-soled dance shoes if needed. This is a community space open to all ages and expressions. --------------------------------------------------------------- Izzy Wise https://www.mixcloud.com/IzzyWise/ Izzy Wise is a dynamic multi-instrumentalist and DJ, renowned for his eclectic dance music that seamlessly traverses the musical and cultural landscapes of planet earth.With almost two decades of experience, Wise honed his craft in San Francisco, gracing legendary parties like Afrolicious and iconic venues such as The Independent, Monarch, and 1015 Folsom. His versatility extends to playing bass and horns in various groups, exploring genres as diverse as Turkish, Balkan, Cumbia, Brazilian, Salsa, Funk, and more. His relentless quest for unique rhythms and melodies has taken him to the jungles of Nicaragua and the mythical islands of the Caribbean Sea.When not capturing field recordings or performing live, Wise releases music on esteemed labels like Délicieuse Records, Lips & Rhythm, Mule Musiq, and Cafe Anatolia. His studio dedication is unwavering, with his original tracks often showcasing a well-blended mix of global dance music, disco, boogie funk, and house. In live performances, Wise incorporates a variety of instruments, infusing his sets with an energetic and hypnotic blend of funky underground ethnomusicology. As the host of the Hi LifeParty, a pop-up global music celebration, he dedicates himself to showcasing the beauty of diverse musical traditions. In 2026, Izzy Wise continues to push the boundaries, seeking fresh sounds to share with audiences on both late nights and sunlit days. His passion for music and dedication to his craft promise an exciting future filled with innovative and captivating performances Sacred Decadence Cacao & Spell Food Leela Maya started her journey as a raw vegan dessert chef in 2007 at Cafe Gratitude. It was working there that she discovered the power of intention, community, & how truly nourishing food felt like sensual kitchen witch craft for her soul. It was love at first bite. She has also developed products for Urban Remedy and Good Earth Natural Foods in Marin. Leela is delighted to be sharing her culinary creations as sacred service to the vitality, health, and well being of all. Order your next special event dessert or batch of cacao from Leela; birthday cakes, wedding cakes, and for private events. In addition to her kitchen craft, Leela is a practicing Acolyte Priestess of Isis and ceremonialist, offering Full & New Moon Circles, and Cacao Ceremonies, using improv, astrology, tarot, and the power of play. She believes that love, joy, connection, and play are key ingredients to a healthy happy life. Blessed Be and Bon Appétit! 💗🌱🥑🫐❤️ @LeelaMayaMagic @SacreDecadence www.LeelaMayaMagic.com About Aless Shanti: Alessandra/Aless, is a dancer, yogini, tea amateur and cacao passionate! She often starts her day with a cup of tea. From Puer to herbal infusions, she appreciates the medicine of plants. When she sits for her meditation or movement practice, a cup of tea guides her to focus and be present. She enjoys serving tea, having conversations and creating a cosy space. During her travels all around the world she had the opportunity and interest to learn about medicinal plants and tea. She is continuously learning and humbled by the culture of tea in China and Japan. Alessandra loves crafting herbal blends combining medicinal properties in tea, but above all, she is a passionate chocolate maker! Her recent creation, La Gourmande, delicious raw cacao truffles, pair divinely with tea. Both tea herbal blends and cacao truffles are available for purchase. With her open heart, she will be serving tea every Wednesdays nights. Here is my Facebook page for my chocolates : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571863295250