BASS LAKE — Bass Lake Boat Rentals’ Marina Grill has teamed up with Mana Fire Dancers this summer to offer two unique food and fire shows.
Mana Fire performs at Bass Lake Boat Rentals Marina Grill (photo by Kim Lawson)
The Marina Grill at Bass Lake Boat Rentals is a beautiful lakefront dining experience on the north shore of Bass Lake. A hot destination for tourists and locals alike, the Marina Grill sports a chill beach board vibe with live music playing regularly. Talented local musicians and performers entertain patrons seven nights a week all summer long.
Mana Fire are professional fire dance performers. The group was founded by Heather Lawson in 2009. The Mana Fire team strives to explore and be inspired by many cultures from around the world, aiming to discover new forms of dance and music combining them with the art of fire.
Though Mana Fire Dancers have performed across California, these two events will be the first of their kind in the mountain area. Guests will enjoy an exclusive dinning experience paired with a fire performance. Food, fire and fun!
“It has been a vision of mine for several years to combine different forms of dance with fire,” says Mana Fire founder Heather Lawson.
Mana Fire will perform at the Marina Grill (photo by Kim Lawson)
“Brainstorming this concept with my sister Kim Lawson and boyfriend Andy Platfoot, we came up with the idea to combine fire with — not just dance — but culture and food as well, featuring an amazing fire performance in a unique, fully immersive experience. I am ecstatic that Tom Tuso got excited about the idea and agreed to host this show for the first time ever at his venue. I can’t think of a better setting.”
Two shows: Thursday, July 4 and Saturday, July 13
The first show will celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, July 4. DJ 7-10 will kick off the evening with some bumping tunes while guests enjoy an all-you-can-eat tri-tip dinner prepared by the Marina Grill. Mana Fire Dancers will take the stage at 8:30 p.m. for a sparkling, roaring ’20s Gastby-themed fire performance, promptly followed by an unobstructed view of the famous Bass Lake fireworks show over the water.
The second of these unique performances is titled World Fusion: Food & Fire,and will be held Saturday, July 13 from 6:30 – 10 p.m. On this evening, guests of the Marina Grill will be transported first to Spain, then Hawaii and — last but not least — to the Mediterranean, with a one-of-a-kind food and fire dance pairing.
Mana Fire Dancers (Photo by Lindsey Klinger)
Guests will enjoy unique food and fire dance pairings inspired by cultures from around the world. First, the plans are to spice things up as guests are transported to Spain. The Mana Fire Dancers will begin with a bit of Latin-style dance paired with a tasty first course of paella to awaken the palette for the rest of the evening to come. Next, let the drum beats lead you as you make your way to the Islands of Hawaii for a delicious luau style main course of Kalua Pork with tasty sides and Hawaiian-inspired dance with a modern twist. The evening will conclude in the Mediterranean with a sweet Baklava desert and an extra-fiery finish.
The menu has been prepared by Marina Grill’s talented chef, Bethany Briggs. Both fire shows will be hosted in the Marina Grill at Bass Lake Boat Rentals, located at 54406 Rd. 432 on the north shore of Bass Lake in the Pines Village next to Ducey’s Lodge.
Seating is limited so guests are encouraged to purchase their tickets early. Tickets are are available to purchase at BassLakeBoatRentals.com.
Bass Lake Boat Rentals Marina Grill will be hosting Mana Fire Dancers for several other shows this season.
For the full schedule and more information visit ManaFire.com.
Bass Lake Boat Rentals & Marina Grill is a fun family business with an array of boat rental options including patio boats, jet skis, ski boats as well as canoes, tubes and more. Located over the water, the Marina Grill serves gourmet burgers, craft beer and local wine, as well as an assortment of other delicious menu items.
