Deepali Lindblom

11 May, 2019 Paola stands gazing at the sea of faces looking at her expectantly, including her family. Flanked by 6 more performers, Paola is part nervous part excited for her first play that she co-wrote with her peers. She’s only 10 years old and this is the first ‘Step into the Light’ event. They commence performing, and despite no mics, their voice hold strong and steady, eliciting laughter. At the end, there is thunderous applause. Paola and friends, gently take a bow. It takes courage to perform in front of an audience, even more so in a language, not your own. Yet Paola and 800+ youth over the last 8 years have proven that when given the right support, every child specially those underserved can Speak Up! New American stories is our longest running youth program that started in 2018 with 2 groups. 8 years later, this program continues to offer underserved youth a space for creative expression and to just BE. Because we know Joy and Creativity are two Powerful catalysts for Greatness. Thank you to @deepalidancer and all the instructors through the years that have been a part of this program. #newamericanstories #creativeexpression #catalyst #roshni #roshniislight

If you can touch the life of one child You may have changed the course of History And that one intention has become the Foundation of our work since 2017 Today we bring Performing Arts to 10000+ K-12 underserved youth annually New American Stories An afterschool program Through the school year Where we offer a space To Move, To Create, To Play Sometimes it’s not easy But the Joy to see our youth transform From Start to Finish Is the reward unparalleled Because we know we have touched their lives And perhaps changed the course of History Thank you to the wonderful instructors For their Love and Gift they shared @deepalidancer @binh.insan @emma_grace715 Uriel Terrero @fusion_tonic_beverages @puma540hz @quentinporche @beanardskinerd Fatimeh, Mashuq, Zahara and Hawatif Youth leaders Mehria, Momina and Marwa Volunteers @mariel.escobar09 and Maria Guest instructors @snackfishbenji @askkanwiifilmhub #newamericanstories #chanceondance #roshni #stepintothelight #roshniislight

In preparation for tomorrow The joy of Creation Collaboration, Imagination ‘Tis time for Expression Thank you @emma_grace715 @puma540hz Sandra, Fatimeh, Hawatif and @deepalidancer #newamericanstories #chanceondance #roshni #stepintothelight #roshniislight

Resham ka Rumaal..: A timeless song that @deepalidancer First choreographed when she was In middle school Now remixed and rechoreographed Excited to present tomorrow with MS & HS youth Thank you to all who RSVPd It will be a Full House! #newamericanstories #chanceondance #roshniyouth #roshni #roshniislight

Year 2016 Arabian Night at the @the_aurora_fox 12 actors were cast. A few new in the country or Colorado by @sheilaivytraister , a first time director Sheila was a deeply intuitive and empathetic Actor, veteran, writer, mentor and friend Who believed that we all are conduits And some of us have been given the gift of Art To make a difference, bring balance She was also an avid advocate for inclusivity Sheila was the reason that @deepalidancer discovered Aurora and Roshni was founded. Since the Arabian Night, several of the cast Members have scattered, working big stage and films Here, East, West, and beyond. 2026 Three of them came together @abnergenece a highly sought after union actor @petertrinhartist , a union actor, standup comedian and now a playwright @deepalidancer , producer, playwright, performer As we remembered Sheila and the legacy she left behind, we agree that our coming together was not chance Sheila is once again at play from the beyond Timing is everything And it’s Perfect. Aurorian Nights! 2027 #aurora #diversity #community #roshni #roshniislight

#grateful to reunite with some of the #denver #arabiannights cast! #collaboration #actor Remembering @sheilaivytraister

And we are back at Marrama Third year, Multicultural Celebrations Dream Team of ‘The Queen’ @beanardskinerd , Tara, @continuouscreation @deepalidancer Howdy, Whats up, Privet, Namaste Some dance, some acting And a message about Kindness Friendship and Healing The boy said A Queen unites He got the ring, just in time For the Mother’s Day Thank you @denvercri for the invite Making a difference, one show at a time #empathyproject #thequeenshow #unityindiversity #roshni #roshniislight

Let me go passing by Let me Be who I am All through this Time Walk in the dark Barefoot in the Night It’s not always easy To be the Cheerleader Or a Leader But it is Essential to try Empathy in Action More you Give More you Receive This is who I am Warrior Who won’t give up Faith, Hope Light, Love #warrior

Ms. 🐦‍⬛ , you truly deserve to be the Queen Said a student, before leaning in for a hug. Your show was the best part of the Art Day! Said another, and others nods vigorously before the hi-fives and a group photo. In the 7 years of touring many schools, it is the first time when we asked for reflections, 95% of the 200+ hands go up. And a student doing acrobatics. And what reflections! Not just the show details but also, the message we wish to Convey. Inclusion and Kindness. Accountability and positive resolution. Something that the world leaders need to learn And practice today. It’s been a profound pleasure to perform at this school. Thank you @denvercri @beanardskinerd for inspiring the kids to move fearlessly and the funny 🦚 improvisations (you make it hard to keep a straight face) Tara, for showing that size should never matter And @deepalidancer for bringing the birds together That’s what a real Queen does. #thequeen #empathyproject #artday #roshni #roshniislight

Come on by this Evening For a fab time at Roshni Music, games, food, Dancing Open Mic style at Roshni All are welcome! Bring a Dish to share New dance by Roshni youth @deepalidancer #chanceondance #openmic&mingle #artincommunity #roshni #roshniislight

A week in rehearsals Monday-Saturday Youth in Action Expressive Everyday Thank you @co.outside.voice for making it possible for our youth to have a fabulous first time visit to the @rrcc_edu theater to see the Little Shop Of Horrors. We are inspired! A shout out to all our fabulous instructors and assistants Puma, Emma Grace, Quentin, Anthony, Fatimah, Awatif, Deepa, Zahra, Mashuq @deepalidancer And brilliant youth leaders Mehria, Marwa and Manjil May 16, 12-2 pm Roshni Healing Arts Sanctuary 9709 E Colfax Ave Aurora #newamericanstories #youthexpression #disabilityisnotinability #roshni #roshniislight

Nothing is more powerful then that place When we Move as One Dance as One Jump as One Shout as One Roshni! Thank you @denvercri and Adrienne who will now fly towards new horizons. Your love for working with kids is evident and you will be dearly missed after 6 years of such wonderful collaboration. Thank you team Queen. Tara, Ben, @continuouscreation and @deepalidancer How blessed we are to live our Art and make thousands of kids smile, dance and reflect Like this kid today said it so many times, we are all Unique And there is so much beauty in our diversity. Thank you for bringing so much Light to each school we visit. And touch every child in some way. #empathyproject #queenshow #gratefulartist #roshni #roshniislight