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R.I.P Captain Scott

Folk Dancin' Pirate Seamstress — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:14:33 GMT

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I make this post about a man who touched and inspired everyone who knew him. Though we weren't close, he always greeted me with a smile and a warm, sincere hug. He was a great artist and player of his life and character. He is without question one of my greatest inspiration in my historical clothing endeavourers and I will miss him greatly. Yesterday evening on his way home from work, Scott Millbrandt, whom was well known as Captain Scott, was taken from this world quickly, and it's thought did not suffer long. He was a beautiful human, artist, man, friend, inspiration and most of all, a damn brilliant Pirate. He leaves behind a legacy a chivalry that I hope never fades.

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Cleaning up this Joint!

Folk Dancin' Pirate Seamstress — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 18:43:38 GMT

Hi all,

Well, even though this is a pretty quiet tribe, everyone needs a little maintenance every now and again, so here I go, doing a bit of clean up and making a few changes.

I'm politely requesting that anyone who is not a member of the ship or of it's affiliates drop me a line off board and express your interest to remain in this tribe. My reasoning behind this is if you're not interested in the associations or attending association events, there's really not a reason for your participation in this tribe.

As of August 1st, this will become a moderated tribe. Persons who are not affiliated with the Kali Ma, Folk Infusion, Dalloua Dance Company, Hakeem's Household, Argali Id or Saka Id will be removed from the member list unless I have been contacted with a request to remain and why.

I know that seems like a hostile takeover, but the fact of the matter is, we're not here to let the world know our business, we're here to talk to each other about our business.

If you have qualm with these new items, please contact me off board, otherwise, thanks to everyone who is here to support the Kali Ma and it's affiliates and I look forward to seeing more activity here!

Dy

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Arts and Sciences

Natascha — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 23:53:53 GMT

Is anyone going? Can someone give me the details. I swear I will pay to become a member and get the Page and have all the information I need.. for next time. Until then I know it is this coming up weekend, but that is about it. Thanks in advance for your lovely help. I just can't stay away. :)

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Beltane 2007

rummani — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 20:16:20 GMT

Just in case folks needed the info on wheres and whyfores, here is the link to the Beltane webpage (made by the autocrat):

http://swordbrother.com/sca/beltane/

Hope to see folks there (I'll be competing in Bard of the West again on Saturday night, so I hope to get my groove on once that's over with).

~ Cat/ Caterina/ Rummani

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Beltaine??

Isvari — Thu, 02 Feb 2006 00:56:54 GMT

Does anyone know for sure where Beltaine is ?
And who is going?
And what's the deal with Miranda's Group?
I'm thinking of going & holding Sarah's & Chris's class there but I need more details.
Thanks :)

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FIRE,opera, CIRCUS HI-JINKS, Balkan singing, & WIT!

Natascha — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 05:14:49 GMT

Thought ch'all might find this interesting.

The Vagabond Opera

Agua de Beber Capoiera Arts Academy
1811 Del Paso Blvd.
Thursday April 5th, doors open at 8:30 pm.
$10.

Vagabond Opera is an operatic European circus cabaret with high-flying displays of musical pyrotechnics matched by witty and incendiary theatrical derring-do. This is the new wave of opera--lusty (trained) voices singing in Balkan and Arabic tongues--Opera liberated and reinvented for the rest of us.

featuring Sacramento’s own UNMATA and Verbatim

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Shameless Promotion Needed

ericadatura — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 15:38:01 GMT

see my blog.

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doumbek (sp?) jam available?

Elizabeth — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 05:44:17 GMT

Hello Kali Ma sisters,
I have a friend who has recently acquired a doumbek and would very much like to find a group to learn with. He is a very nice and completely unoffensive fellow who works in Roseville and lives in East Sac. Any practices in either vicinity would probably be perfect for him.

Thanks for any help you can give,
-Yukikosan

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Anyone need a bed ?

Isvari — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 00:39:40 GMT

We are getting a new bed this weekened and need to find a new home for my previous bed. It's a Cal King waveless watertube bed. The pillow top is well worn but not stained and there are no leaks in the water tubes. Otherwise the bed is in fine condition and comes with the box spring and frame. The bed is approximately 4 years old.

Please consider the following:
* This bed can't be set directly on the floor and is very heavy when filled with water. You will need to use the frame.

*Some rentals will not allow you to have waterbeds

*The firmness of the bed is determined by the amount of water that you fill into the tubes

*This bed takes 2 people to set up or someone that can lift 75lbs by themself

*To compensate for the worn pillowtop I would suggest a featherbed or other cushion to even out the top surface.

*When you fill the waterbed it is suggested that you purchase a
water softener that keeps from mildew growing in the tubes. Usually about $10.

*You will need to make your own transportation arrangements from North Sacramento. We no longer have a truck

If you are interested please respond ASAP.
We are getting the new bed delivered this weekend and want to get rid of the old bed next week.
The bed will go to whoever wants to make the largest donation and/or faster offer.

Thanks

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FoK infusion accepting new members for 2007

Isvari — Sat, 28 Oct 2006 05:05:04 GMT

As we reach the end of 2006 we are ready to expand to add any new members for the following year. Anyone interested in attending folk influenced dance classes on a bi-weekly basis is welcome to contact me for additional information.
We have 1 womens dance class position and 3 mens dance class positions available. We will also be resumming the ongoing rhythms class.
If you are interested or would like more details please contact me directly through Tribe or email by NOV 5TH.
Thank you for your continued support and interest.

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Oasis

Natascha — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 21:47:14 GMT

Hey folks it was great seeing the guys perform the other night. I wish I could have stayed longer. It was nice all the folks I got a chance to stop and chat with. Thanks for always being so welcoming to this wandering member. I'm just infested with wanderlust I guess. :)

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"A Night in the Oasis, Oriental Bazaar" July 29th 2006 730pm - 10pm

Dalloua — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 00:37:37 GMT

Date & Time: Saturday, July 29, 2006
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Java Cafe
11755 Fair Oaks Blvd
Fair Oaks, CA 95628 view map
More Info: (916) 961-2739
www.dalloua.com

Dalloua Dance Company is Proud to bring you

"A Night in the Oasis, Oriental Bazaar" July 29th 2006 730pm - 10pm
This has become a semi annual event for Dalloua and their friends, and they
are excited to bring you a fun and thrilling event.

So without further ado...

Please come and Join Dalloua and Friends in celebrating the summer season
with an Oriental Bazaar!

Come and enjoy the splendid atmosphere of Java Cafe while sipping their on
tap beers and enjoying delectable handmade food.

Sit back and be prepared to be swept away with the enchanting dance
performances put on by some of the Sacramento area's and beyond best
dancers!

Seating is limited so please arrive early!!

Location:

Java Cafe
(916) 961-2739
11755 Fair Oaks Blvd (on the corner of Madison and Fair Oaks)
Fair Oaks, CA 95628

**If you are interested in performing, there is still room availible, please
contact Mina at dalloua@dalloua.com or Samirah at samirah@dalloua.com.**

PS, I advise if you have folding chairs to please bring them as seating is
always limited and we seem to always have a full house.

Thank you for your continued support and interest!

Mina
Dalloua Dance Co Director
dalloua@gmail.com
dalloua@dalloua.com
mina@dalloua.com
Dalloua.com
dallouadance.tribe.net
phone: 707-623-6959

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BloodMoon Regale

Natascha — Tue, 17 Oct 2006 22:51:12 GMT

Just wanted to help get the word out.

Every year
On the night the Moon runs blood
The alleys of GOTHAM come alive
With Vicious Mischief!

A wind
Whips the buildings with razorblade wings
And the cement corridors echo shrieks
And claws

A poor deformed creature, born mangles
But born with a heart hot with love
Is left to die on the ice

A sweet mob of kitty-catties
With a fetish or two
Create themselves a queen
A vandal
With a penchant for art

And a prince’s mummy and daddy die
On the streets
No different than paupers

Because on this night
When the moon bleeds bright
Terrible- but interesting
Things tend to happen

The Big Event is the BloodMoon Regale on Saturday Oct. 28th at 7pm. This year's theme is BATMAN! We have guest dancers from all over Cali coming to participate. No one is paid for their performances, the only pay they get is through the workshops so if people are interested in learning some belly dance moves, please signup. www.UNMATA.com

As a side note: The entire weekend is put on by HOT POT STUDIO a lesbian owned belly dance studio on K street in downtown Sacramento, home to UNMATA a nationally award winning belly dance fusion troupe, artistically directed by AMY SIGIL. www.UNMATA.com

This is really a weekend of awesome dance events.
Friday
1811 Del Paso Blvd.
6pm - Penguin Workshop w/ Meliza of Bastet $25
9pm - 3rd Degree Burn fire show
$10 at the door
1811 Del Paso Blvd.

Saturday
1811 Del Paso Blvd.
9am Vicki Vale Workshop w/ Mira Betz $25
11am Batman Workshop $25

7pm THE BLOODMOON REGALE $20 (available now!)
THE COLONIAL Theater
3522 Stockton Blvd.
The theme this year is BATMAN! I'm in this show for a bit (i'm a penguin and a kittie). It is gonna be awesome and I want everyone who can to make it. You will have fun and you will be surprised. It is nothing that you expect. :)

10:30 THE GOTHAM LOCKDOWN AFTERPARTY
$15 (tix available now)
Catering by Fish Food (my roomie folks!)
There will be two hours of additional dance entertainment and a vegetarian dinner.

all tix available at www.UNMATA.com
Every year
On the night the Moon runs blood
The alleys of GOTHAM come alive
With Vicious Mischief!

A wind
Whips the buildings with razorblade wings
And the cement corridors echo shrieks
And claws

A poor deformed creature, born mangles
But born with a heart hot with love
Is left to die on the ice

A sweet mob of kitty-catties
With a fetish or two
Create themselves a queen
A vandal
With a penchant for art

And a prince’s mummy and daddy die
On the streets
No different than paupers

Because on this night
When the moon bleeds bright
Terrible- but interesting
Things tend to happen

The Big Event is the BloodMoon Regale on Saturday Oct. 28th at 7pm. This year's theme is BATMAN! We have guest dancers from all over Cali coming to participate. No one is paid for their performances, the only pay they get is through the workshops so if people are interested in learning some belly dance moves, please signup. www.UNMATA.com

As a side note: The entire weekend is put on by HOT POT STUDIO a lesbian owned belly dance studio on K street in downtown Sacramento, home to UNMATA a nationally award winning belly dance fusion troupe, artistically directed by AMY SIGIL. www.UNMATA.com

This is really a weekend of awesome dance events.
Friday
1811 Del Paso Blvd.
6pm - Penguin Workshop w/ Meliza of Bastet $25
9pm - 3rd Degree Burn fire show
$10 at the door
1811 Del Paso Blvd.

Saturday
1811 Del Paso Blvd.
9am Vicki Vale Workshop w/ Mira Betz $25
11am Batman Workshop $25

7pm THE BLOODMOON REGALE $20 (available now!)
THE COLONIAL Theater
3522 Stockton Blvd.
The theme this year is BATMAN! I'm in this show for a bit (i'm a penguin and a kittie). It is gonna be awesome and I want everyone who can to make it. You will have fun and you will be surprised. It is nothing that you expect. :)

10:30 THE GOTHAM LOCKDOWN AFTERPARTY
$15 (tix available now)
Catering by Fish Food (my roomie folks!)
There will be two hours of additional dance entertainment and a vegetarian dinner.

all tix available at www.UNMATA.com

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Ducal Prize Events Hosted by the Kali Ma

rayna_dorian — Thu, 17 Aug 2006 19:18:51 GMT

Lady Captain Rayna Dorian and the crew of the Kali Ma would like to announce the events we are hosting at Ducal Prize. We will once again have the raffle with great prizes donated by local merchants, and craftsman, such as jewelry, chainmaille, lanterns, trims, a tribal tassel belt and more. We will also be once again hosting a full track of dance related classes on Saturday, with a party especially for drummers and musicians Saturday evening, and the Casbah on SUnday Evening.Please see the schedule below. Special thanks to Households Saka Id, and Uulaanmori for their assistance in this event.

Saturday Classes

Time
9-9:30 am
Julie
Stretching

9:45-10:45
Julie
Beginning Bellydance

11-11:45
Mina
Kids Beg Bellydance (ages 6-16)

11-12
Lady Rayna Dorian
Energy Work

12-12:45
Mina
Bellydance Veil

12:12:45
Lady Isvari
Mens Beginning Bellydance

1-1:45
Lady Sakina
American Tribal Bellydance

1-1:45
Lady Rayna Dorian
Prop Balancing(Bring an item)

2-3
Lady Sakina
Tribal Zil Bellydance Technique

3-4
Shahlah
Beginning Gothic Bellydance

3-4
Lord Ichiro/Lady Isvari
Beginning Drum and Zils
4-5
Lord ichiro/Lady Isvari
Intermediate Drum and Zils

9:00pm
Drummers/Musicians Party

Sunday

9:00pm
Casbah, $3 at the door, drummers and dancers free

The cost will be $5 per class, a block of 3 for $10, or all day for $20

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Kali Meeting

Isvari — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 00:47:03 GMT

We will be gathering for a Kali Ma meeting to finalize things for Ducal Prize.
Please see Captain with any questions or items for the agenda. Please arrive ontime or early because there are several topics to cover.
Thank you

This Sat 08/05 7:45 Pm @ Cap'n house

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Pirates of the Carribean...

Isvari — Wed, 05 Jul 2006 04:17:32 GMT

Yes if you haven't heard the pyrates are pilaging the Century theatre on Garfield in Sacramento on Sat 07/08 @ 10:30 Pm
Buy your tickets early and come fully dressed !
ARRGG
See ya there
Isvari

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Garage Sale if you haven't heard!

Isvari — Wed, 05 Jul 2006 04:15:27 GMT

For anyone interested...
We are having a garage sale for the Kali Ma fundraiser 07/08 & 07/09 @ 7036 Refined Ct Sacramento,Ca 95842. Items are resonably priced and we have a wide variety of items.
Thank you for everyone's participation :)
Isvari

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New Members Folk Infusion...

Isvari — Wed, 23 Nov 2005 15:51:54 GMT

Greetings,
I am proud to announce that Thursday slot has been filled by Ms Juno please congratulate her :)
We are also looking to add Ms Shahlah to Tuesday class in January please congratulate her :)
And we have a possible alternate for the Saturday class also.
This invitation is pending.

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New photos posted...

Isvari — Tue, 22 Nov 2005 06:57:36 GMT

Include Handfasting & Haunted Oasis

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1 New Dance Slot for Folk Infusion...

Isvari — Thu, 17 Nov 2005 16:59:45 GMT

Good Afternoon,
I am very sad to announce that due to some physical restrictions we have lost Red from our Thursday class. However, he will remain with our group for social functions and research programs.
If you or anyone that you know may be interested in joining our Folk research Music and Dance group please let me know ASAP. Time slot available will be in Sacramento weekly Thursdays 7-9:30 (Except Thanksgiving). Additional practice and research will be required. Please send me a message with any questions. This opportunity will only arrise as memebers are unavailable. We are not offering revolving or periodic classes. Thank you

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Are we still scheduled for a Meeting?

Isvari — Fri, 21 Oct 2005 14:55:28 GMT

Cap'n are we still planning meeting for 11/12 @ Randy's?

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Piece of Jewelry found at Java

samirahdalloua — Tue, 25 Oct 2005 22:33:45 GMT

Hey ladies

Is anyone missing a piece of jewelry from their costume?
Mina and I found a small silver ball that has beautiful carvings through it. looks like it may have been a part of a costume.

let me know if it is yours. we will make sure you get it back.

thanks!

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Lock Down for this Tribe

rummani — Tue, 25 Oct 2005 18:17:44 GMT

Gang,

Due to recent issues with outside sources, I've made this tribe a Private one, and deleted some members. This Tribe is now only Kali Ma folks and close associates. If there is someone else you think should be on this Tribe, feel free to pass on the tribe name, but I didn't want it public anymore. I don't reckon we'll use this Tribe that much anyway, but it's here.

~ Cat

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Apology for the Cross Postings...

Isvari — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 00:47:23 GMT

Searching for Mel!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You need to call me ASAP!!! I've arranged for a 8 minute set at the Oasis for you....

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Bharathanatyam Recital

Dalloua — Mon, 17 Oct 2005 21:09:10 GMT

http://www.sulekha.com/events/evtdp.aspx?nma=&cid=123276

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11/10 Niger Benefit - Tribal Belly Dance (San Francisco) Carleigh

Isvari — Thu, 13 Oct 2005 00:45:22 GMT

Is anyone planning on attending this event?

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Fantasy Festival photo by M. Baxter

Dalloua — Wed, 12 Oct 2005 07:34:45 GMT

Got to love the man who gets photos to you so quickly. ;)

Thought that I would share.

Mina

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News re: SCA

rummani — Mon, 03 Oct 2005 02:41:32 GMT

Dear Family,

Yesterday morning at Crown, I was asked by my King to join the Order of the Pelican. I will be having my ceremony at 12th Night and hope people can make it there. However, I won't be having a "vigil" but a pre-Pel-party at Cynagua Coronet. I would love to see folks there to share in the celebration (with food and drink of course). More details will come later.

Love,

Cat

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Sexy Muthafucka shakin' that ass!

rummani — Fri, 16 Sep 2005 06:28:35 GMT

So, it totally sucks nasty rancid kim chee (like kim chee is any other way), but I can't come to Desert Dance to cheer on my sistahs... SUCK. But I'm not only massively sick (head cold; should clear up in a day or so), but we're working on one of our houses this weekend (well, I sit and read while AJ and Roosebeke work on the house).

SO. Kick righteous Kali ass, own that stage, and tell me all about it when you get home (I'm already pestering Lauren to watch the video). Love you guys and see you soooooooooooon!!!!

~ Cat

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Thank you

Elinora — Tue, 06 Sep 2005 06:43:38 GMT

Sisters of the Kali Ma..
Thank you so much for the awsome Casbah that you threw at Ducal Prize this past weekend!!! You all are awsome, and I am very much looking forward to partying with you all again..

Best Wishes
Eli

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Desert Dance Festival

Dalloua — Mon, 25 Jul 2005 18:00:16 GMT

So I'm in on DDF Schedual at 1230pm on Sat.

What time are you guys? :)

Also, I'm working the show, doing some stuff for Dunia and Laurel, if anyone wants to volnteer let me know.

Mina

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Posted for Isvari of Folk Fusion

Dalloua — Wed, 14 Sep 2005 01:44:37 GMT

This is posted on behalf of a good friend/mentor and Instructor in Sacramento:

Serious Dancers Wanted!! Please respond ASAP!

Ok, so if you haven't heard I am putting together a folk dance group. Several people have been asking me through the years when I will be active again and when there will be classes. I hope this answers everyones questions. Listed below is a brief description of an ongoing project that I am very excieted about. It will allow opportunities for people to have continued growth experience. Short term or individual classes I will be assisting the Kali Ma with during SCA events as funds raisers only.

Here are some details below. Please contact me via LJ or preferably via phone if you are interested. I would like to conduct interviews and our first group meeting by the end of October. Please respond by early October for additional details if you are interested or have questions.

We will be focused on learning and performing Dances or Music from the Middle East, Asia and Africa that are Folk or Folk Fusion or Tribal in essence. I will assist in primary dance instruction however, additional classes and instructors will be part or our growth and developemnt. We will not be demonstrating American Tribal or Cabaret Dances.
Our goal will be the obvious exercise benefits but also a social group that can be used as an educational demonstration and personal development and exploration. Performance locations will be determined by group selection and classes will very depending on group development. Fees will not be charged for classes however, every dancer will be responsable for his/her own costuming or possible event expenses. Guest instructors may bill their own fees and would be optional.

Requirements-
1. Dance or Performance experience preferred, however NOT required.

2. I am looking for volunteers who are able to make a weekly commitment or possibly more depending on the performance listings the group elects.

3. Every participant should be interested in long term commitment of this project. Performance developemnt of each individual will be encouraged and required.

4. Many dance forms will be studied, an open mind for development is a must.

5. Positive attitude and social encouragement will be required.

6. Every participant should have availability to practice in their offtime. Homework of additional classes may be assigned as necessary.

7. Participants must be 18 years of age Male or Female.

8. Every participant should be able make their own travel and child care arrangements. Classes will be in Greater Sacramento area. Performances will vary depending on location and transportation long distance for performances may be available.

For any additional questions please see me personally or call.
I look forward to sharing the journey with you.

--------------------

If you are interested in this, please give Isvari an email at lotuswoman7036@sbcglobal.net or you can tribe me and I will get the info to her.

Thank you for looking
Mina
Dalloua Dance Co Director

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Real Men do bellydance! Jim Boz workshop!

Dalloua — Fri, 26 Aug 2005 19:49:57 GMT

Date & Time: Thursday, September 15, 2005 - Friday, September 16, 2005
7:00 PM
Location: Studio Mystic Shelpa
116 Town and Country Village
Sunnyvale, Ca
More Info: 408-739-2979

"Real Men Belly Dance" A men-oriented dance workshop with Jim Boz

Thursday Sept. 15th 2005
7:00pm - 9:00pm
$35 adv. / $40 at door

Studio Mystic Shelpa
116 Town and Country Village,
Sunnyvale, Ca
408-739-2979

Male Dancers:
-Learn Raqs Sharqi movement (all levels)
-Expand your repertoire
- Absorb performance technique and staging from the master
- Build your skills by learning to project grace as well as strength

Instructors:
- Find out how to adjust movement to project "masculinity"
- Get tips on costuming the male member of your troupe
- Learn tips & tricks for avoiding coed class snafus

Class size will be limited to 20 attendees only. First come/first served. Due to the nature of this event, we are unable to offer refunds.

Workshop will offer both lecture and movement, covering:
- Adjusting movement vocabularies for the male physique.
- Moods, intent and presentation of the dance form.
- Technique refinement.
- Methods of incorporating men in troupe and performance situations.
- Combinations and technique.

Make check payable to
Jim Bosnyak
PO Box 15085
San Diego, CA 92175

To receive the $35 Advance Registration rate, payment MUST be received by Sept 14th, 2005.

PS workshop is open to all dancers male or female!

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I have to share

Dalloua — Fri, 15 Jul 2005 21:32:17 GMT

This photo of Jasmine that was just sent to me from a photographer doing a story on Kanarach. :)

It's in the tribe photo folder... and totally adorable.

Mina

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Kali Ma Meeting/Jam at Avi's House

avi — Tue, 12 Jul 2005 08:22:53 GMT

This is to get this information to as many Kali Ma members and affiliates as possible. Sorry if you;ve already seen this several times.

O.K. so finally here are the actual details for the meeting and jam.
It will be this saturday, 7/16 at my new place.
The meeting will be at 6:00 pm.
At the meeting we will mainly discuss Ducal Prize. As you should know
by now, our ship will be hosting the Casbah with help from the Uulan
Mori, Tabor es Zagat, Saka Id, and Kyrstyan's household (i'm even
going to attempt to spell that...also sorry for any other spelling
errors).
Before the meeting, I would like to have a rough headcount of who will
be going, so please please email me (moon_goddess_avi(at)yahoo.com).
If I don't hear from you by wednesday, I'm going to start calling people.

We will be discussing the events our camp will be hosting as khti
fundraisirs, and also seeking out volunteers to help with the casbah
and other fun things.

After the meeting, we will have a jam (with no set quiet hour). A few
things to note about my mom's house. there will be ample parking, but
not a lot of crash space. so either don't drink, or bring a DD. For
those of you who have kids, they are welcome, but be aware that the
house is not childproof, and my mom's dogs are not comfortable with
children. on the dog note, my mom does have two mini dachsunds (weiner
dogs). if you respect them, they'll be alright with you. just give 'em
a little while to acclimate to you.

Directions:
From all points west of roseville:
take your best route to I-80 east. Exit at the Atlantic st/Eureka Road
exit (look for the big red roseville automall sculpture). Turn left
off the xit on to Atlantic Street. At the third light, **turn right
onto Yosemite. At the first stop sign, turn left onto Sierra. Go over
the bridge and through the stop sign at the end of the bridge. After
the stop sign, make your first right onto Grove. Take the next left
onto Placer Street. The house is at the end on the right and the
address is 113 Placer Street. Feel free to park in the empty lot right
next to the house.

From east of Roseville on I-80:
Take I-80 west and exit at Atlantic Street. Follow from ** above.

From US 50:
Take 50 east or west (depending on which direction you are coming
from) to Hazel. Take Hazel towards citrus heights and keep going after
it Turns into Sierra College, Make a left onto Eureka Rd. Go over the
freeway and follow from ** above.

If you want to find your own way and do the mapquest thing, the address is

113 Placer Street
Roseville, CA 95678

Hope to see you all there.

much love
Avi

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Wiggles of the West!

Dalloua — Thu, 07 Jul 2005 07:19:21 GMT

Please join Mina and Dalloua Dance Company for Wiggles of the West this weekend in Boomtown NV.

http://www.twooldbags.net/wow.html

10th Annual Wiggles of the West Belly Dance Contest

at

Boomtown Hotel & Casino

July 8-10, 2005

"Bonus Day" July 7th

Hafla, Thursday Night, 7 pm
dancing to live music by Solace
Food and a no host bar, $15.00 at the door
Located in the convention center at Boomtown.

All categories are closed, the deadline was June 22, 2005.
No entries will be taken at the door.

Dalloua Dance Company will be compeating in Mini Ensemble, Ensemble of the year, Wiggles and Giggles (With Kanarach Mina's husband).

Samirah will be compeating in Rising star.

And Mina will be compeating in Entertainer of the Year.

So come out and root these beautiful women (and man) on!

Thank you
Mina
Dalloua Dance Co Director
Dalloua.com

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Dy & Lauren's wedding

HermioneGranger — Mon, 13 Jun 2005 21:28:42 GMT

pics! can someone please pass this link on to them?

http://photos.yahoo.com/missinatra

The folder is called 'Dy&Lauren's Wedding'

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I wanted to show off

Dalloua — Tue, 24 May 2005 19:39:54 GMT

My girls. :) Alot of you havnt seen the girls so I wanted to show you a good photo of Dalloua. :) Here they are. :)

I'm trying to get some of them to come with me this weekend for Isvari's wedding. We will see if it happens or not. :)

Mina

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Sharing my the updated website!

Dalloua — Fri, 01 Apr 2005 19:56:03 GMT

Take a look at the beautiful new face of Dalloua!!

http://dalloua.com

Mina

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Call for help from up north

Elizabeth — Sun, 20 Mar 2005 05:57:35 GMT

Hello Kali Ma!
It's me, Yukiko. I'm up in Alaska still (might be moving back this summer if things go smoothly) and my principality is having a middle eastern event this July. Nobody ever belly dances up here and I miss it terribly. I want to help drum up interest in the genre but I don't know it very well and wondered if y'all could help.

I'd like some tips on what a self-respecting belly dancer in the SCA wears these days. I don't have the wonderful rich resources of California's second-hand stores for jewelry, but I do have cloth and trim. Where can I find perioid patterns?

Also, we are way too white up here and need desperate help with the drumming. Any suggestions on a basic dance drumming CD to listen to? What is the cheapest option for belly dance drums?

I do very much appreciate any help you can give me. Kali ma has always been my favorite belly dancing house. I frequently speak with pride to the folks up here about the nights Kali ma shared their dancing rugs with me. Ah, the good old days...

Thank you,
Yukiko
AKA Elizabeth Orr

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Stitch 'n Bitch

HermioneGranger — Thu, 17 Mar 2005 04:11:49 GMT

So I posted this as a listing, but just in case you didn't see it...

I'm organizing a stitch 'n bitch at my place in Concord for the first week of April. I know the majority of Kali Ma womyn are in Sac, but if you want to come out to oogle my pretty new serger, we have crash space. I'm making it a two day event - maybe fabric shopping (in SF or Berkeley - discount fabric stores baby!) Saturday morning and mad sewing Sat. night- Sunday. we'll see how things go, who shows up and what we all feel like.

I have a serger and one sewing machine - so bring another machine if you've got one and whatever projects you want to work on. We'll probably order in pizza and drink cheap-ass beer. Woot!

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What would you call our style???

rummani — Tue, 07 Dec 2004 22:00:39 GMT

I was thinking about our troupe (Sheer O Asal and offshoots) and the way Lauren had taught us -- what would you call our style? We aren't caberet, that's for damn sure. We aren't purely traditional ethnic. And we aren't American Tribal Style because we didn't learn the "cue" style of improv, where one person gives a cue and everyone follows her into the next move. I personally would call us "tribal fusion", I suppose, though many people who are into "tribal bellydance" would say we aren't quite tribal *because* we don't do the cues and follow-the-leader style. I just find it interesting to read the other bellydance communities around here and how wigged everyone is about "WHAT IS tribal" and how to catagorize it and such, and how they get all tripped out by people calling themselves "tribal" when they "don't use the cues". I don't like being catagorized at ALL, but when someone asks what kind of stuff we do/ did, I always stumble over how to describe it.

Just rambling thoughts.... Obviously I don't think there is ANY One Right Way (TM) and everyone should be free to dance as they feel. I admit, though, that I'd like to learn more about cues and improv in the future, as well as more moves. Something to think about in the future, anyway.

~ Cat

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Ass-shakin' and Rakkasah and junk...

rummani — Fri, 25 Feb 2005 05:18:56 GMT

So like, I'm a-thinkin' I'm going to Rakkasah on Saturday, going to talk my woman (Angele) into going too. Anyone else?

Also, I've told a few of you this now, but I plan on seriously starting back up with the ass-shaking once I get my surgery out of the way (no date set yet, sometime this summer). So I'm going to be asking folks for music, if I could burn cd's and such. I really will be jumping back in hardcore and with both feet, so to speak. I'm hoping to make some time with some of you to do this.

Anyway, I'll be at Rakkasah on Saturday, decked out and getting my groove on. Who's with me??

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New name and description for the tribe...

rummani — Wed, 08 Dec 2004 00:52:23 GMT

There! Does that fit us more? Heh. I'd still like to keep the focus of this tribe on dancing, drumming and costuming, but feel free to talk about whatever yer heart's desire...

~ Cat

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