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Arena International Gay and Lesbian DJ Festival Coming to Playa del Carmen February 5th through February 12th, 2012.
What do you get when you combine the Caribbean, more than 20 International DJ’s, 8 days, 15 parties, and a beautiful group of international, jet setting gay and lesbian party goers? ONE HELLUVA PARTY!!!! This one-of-a-kind party kicks off February 5th and runs through February 12th. Beach parties, club parties, VIP parties; Parties! Parties! Parties! Read more below for ticket information, DJ line-up, and venues.
Information courtesy of www.arena.mx
DJ’s
Alex Lo
Alex Lo is a young and vibrant new talented DJ from Mexico City, who rapidly gained respect among his peers and performed at major gigs. For Arena, Alex will perform twice at Kool Beach. Do not miss his performance on Wednesday, Feb 8, before Brazilian Bombshell DJ Ana Paula.
Ana Paula
Becoming famous in Brazil for her radio shows between 1995 and 2005, Ana Paula has since become a regular invite to the most famous clubs and events around the world. She first played in Playa del Carmen in 2010 at Kool Beach, for The BPM Festival. Her beats and energy fit the scene perfectly; her uplifting mixes in the the open ocean air sent people’s spirits soaring, and nobody wanted her to stop.
Angel Rio
New talent on Mexico City’s night clubbing scene where his reputation is rapidly growing, Angel Rio will be performing twice at Arena and will open up the highly expected day and night Karmabeach party at Blue Venado on Tuesday, February 7.
Augusto Baeza
Since 2004, DJ Augusto Baza have taken part to Mexico City’s vibrant gay nightlife by performing at essential parties and events, such as White Party and SWITCH. For Arena, you can hear him at Canibal Royal on Thursday February 9, along with Mexico’s superstar dj Isaac Escalante. Augusto will also perform at Kool Beach on Saturday February 11.
Chus & Ceballos
DJs and producers from Spain, renowned worldwide for their production, including official remixes for artists like Madonna, they've been pioneers and creators of the underground movement known as Iberican Sound. The quality of their work has secured them residency in the best clubs around the world, like Pacha New York, Space Miami, Stereo Montreal, Ageha Tokyo, and many others
Edgar Cebreros
Resident DJ of Mexico City’s most famous nightclub Living and member of the international Karmabeat family, Edgar Cebrero’s talent and charisma will spread its charm to the sand of Riviera Maya twice during Arena: Monday, Feb 6 at Kool Beach and Tuesday, Feb 7, at the highly expected Karmabeach dance marathon at Blue Venado.
Edgar Velazquez
Pioneer and resident DJ of Living Nightclub since 2000, Edgar Velasquez is one of Mexico City’s finest exports: his talent have brought him to perform in major citites around the world such as Montreal, Bogotá, and São Paulo. For Arena, Edgar will perform at Kool Beach on Friday, Feb 10 and will also be part of the closing party at La Santanera, on Sunday , February 12, along with New York’s one and only Miss Honey Dijon.
Frederic de Belgica
Resident dj of the circuit music altar in Cancun & the Riviera Maya, Karamba, DJ Frederic de Beglica will be performing at Arena’s Kool Beach Party on Monday, February 6, along with Toronto’s soulful Tribal House dj Deko-ze.
Isaac Escalante
Renowned Mexican Dj and producer, he has become a fixture in the musical scenes of Mexico City, Los Angeles, Sao Paulo , Rio, Montreal, Toronto and many other cities since his first gigs at 16. His House, Tribal and Electro House mixes have conquered the world market and he's currently one of the most important DJs in Latin America.
Javier Medina
Son of a DJ, he started his career in Sitges (Spain) and performed at the best venues worldwide. Thanks to his own style that he likes to call "Happy Tech House", DJ producer Javier Medina is known to throw memorable Matinée parties. For Arena, Javier will headline our Matinée Riviera Maya at Blue Parrot Beach Club.
Kike Zambrano
From Bogota, to Caracas and Mexico City, Colombian DJ Kike Zambrano have spread his love for Tribal, electro house music on the dance floor. Kike will perform at Arena’s Beach party at Canibal Royal, on Thuersday, February 9, along with Augusto Baeza and Isaac Escalante.
Miss Honey Dijon
Based in New York, Miss Honey’s recent gigs for such clients as Visionaire, Hermes, Chloe, The CFDA Awards, Loewe, Narciso Rodriguez and other global taste-makers are making her one of the most sought after dj’s for top fashion calendar events. Her eclectic beats are perfect for an eclectic crowd.
Phil Romano
A star of Matinee and Circuit Festival Events in Europe and around the world, the much adored Phil Romano and his sexy beats are headlining the Circuit Festival Party at Arena.
Miguel Alanis
Dj Producer Miguel Alanis is a precursor and leader of the House movement in México. One of the most recognized electronic Djs on the National scene; he has also rocked the best House rhythms in Brazil, Costa Rica, Colombia, Dominican Republic and the USA. For Arena, Miguel will be performing at The Circuit Festival Party at Blue Parrot on Thursday, February 9, along with Circuit Festival DJ Phil Romano. Miguel’s rhythm will also be heard at the Kool Beach Party the following day, for a set of tribal house music under the Mayan sun!
Oscar Velazquez
Oscar Velazquez is one of the most influential djs on the Mexican house music scene. Playing house music since 1984 and popular radio figure since 2005, his 2-hour weekly broadcast on 100, 9 FM Radio helped forge the rich house music scene in Mexico. For Arena, Oscar will be part of the amazing line up of the Karmabeach Party at Blue Venado on Tuesday February 7 and will also perform at Blue Parrot the next day, at one of Arena’s most expected party with Chus and Ceballos. Live it !
Prince Wilson
Cuban DJ Prince Wilson is now resident at Mexico City’s famous dance club Living. For Arena, he will be performing at Palazzo, one of the most impressive venues of Playa del Carmen. Besides his participation the WE Party at Palazzo, Prince Wilson will deliver a beach set at Kool Beach on Friday, February 10, along with this Living Teammates Miguel Alanis and Edgar Velasquez.
Raymundo Nunez
From Montreal's club scene, Mexican Canadian DJ/ Producer Raymundo Nunez will play his unique fusion of house, tech-house, tribal and progressive house at the Kool Beach Welcome Party, on Sunday, February 5. DJ/ Producer Raymundo Nunez, who has performed at prestigious dance clubs and events in Canada and USA, states: “Performing in front of a crowd is such a thrilling and invaluable experience."
Sergio Ramirez
New resident of Karmabeach Events, Sergio Ramirez is the upcoming star dj on Mexico’s club circuit. For Arena, he will perform at Karmabeach party at Blue Venado, on Tuesday, February 7 and will open WORK!PLAYA! at Blue Parrot, on Saturday, Feb 11, for New York’s one and only Peter Rauhofer.
Stephan Grondin
Early childhood musical training and lifelong passion have seen him grow into Montreal’s hottest export on the Circuit, gathering much acclaim from his peers as DJ and Producer. Stephane Grondin will be joining the international team of DJs that will rock your week during the Arena Festival.
Stereo Butchers
Stereo Butchers is a production and DJ duo consisting of Jose Spinnin Cortes and Alex Acosta. Jose and Alex started working since 2006 but it is only in 2011 they decided to take the Stereo Butchers a step further and thats how the DJ Team was born, using 4 decks, 2 mixers, synths, samplers; being able to actually make music and remixes live, right in front of the crowd. Do not miss the Stereo Butchers at the Matinée Riviera Maya party at Blue Parrot, on Friday, February 10 along with Javier Media. The duo will also perform live at Kool Beach the following day, since once will absolutely not be enough!
Venues
Kool Beach Club
Centrally located in the heart of Playa Del Carmen, Kool Beach Club will be serving as the Festival’s social hub and information center, and will be hosting most of the day-parties during the week.
Blue Parrot Beach Club
In Playa del Carmen, the Blue Parrot Beach Club has been a "must-visit" for over two decades. Located directly on the white sand beaches of the turquoise Caribbean, the waves break literally just feet from the dance floor.
Canibal Royal
Playa’s newest beach club, with its 1950´s Brazil-inspired architecture and breathtaking views, is the perfect spot to get a taste of the Caribbean.
Blue Venado
Blue Venado is located amidst the untouched natural beauty of the Mayan Riviera, in a privileged location surrounded by jungle flora and fauna and facing endless white beaches and the magnificent turquoise Ocean; shuttle bus service to/from Kool beach for the Festival.
Palazzo
Palazzo is the leading club of Cancun nightlife, and its creators now bring you the brand new Palazzo Playa del Carmen. Located in the same venue as Brahma, the superb venue that has brought the biggest names of the international electronic scene to the Mayan Riviera, Palazzo PDC promises an amazing party environment steeped in the very best quality light and sound.
La Santanera
La Santanera has become well-loved as a hotspot for Playa’s music lovers, with the best party terrace. The ambiance is eclectic and relaxed low-fi with a retro-tropical Mexican essence.
Tickets
BUY THEM ONLINE AT http://www.wantickets.com/Events/95498/Arena/
Until January 31, 2012: 200 USD
From February 1, 2012 and during the festival: 250 USD
Day passes and individual party tickets will be available at the door :
Day Pass: 40 USD x Day and Night events
Night event: 35 USD
Day Event: 10 USD if sold separately.
VIP Passes for the 8-day events, 15 parties, are sold at $ 200 until the end of January.
They not only give speedy entrance to the parties, they also, in some venues, give access to a privileged area, such as at Kool Beach.
VIP Passes are sold online here: http://www.wantickets.com/Events/95498/Arena/
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