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Ava + Weddings = Formula for AWESOME!

2009-11-02T05:52:55Z

To Ava, thank you so much for performing at our wedding reception! It was truly one of the highlights of the night (even though I know my dancing was horrendously rusty rofl). Watching my husband's stepbrother nervously squirm while you played with his cell phone was just glorious. So much fun! Thank you for giving me an oppurtunity to dance as well despite aforementioned rustyness.

To those who may have an upcoming wedding, Ava does an amazing job. Like I said, her performance was truly the highlight of the night, especially when she got everyone up dancing. Total blast. Will post pictures as soon as I have them, the ones the best man got are a mite blurry... and the other photographer friend was just sitting there slackjaw through the whole thing rofl. Have to wait for the real ones!

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Ava! What's happening in Germany?

2009-08-05T05:57:27Z

Ok, I am confused. I read this post: http://tribes.tribe.net/moria/thread/26d35687-a141-4fb4-8613-dcf09c169e94 (specifically the second reply to the post) and now I want to know why Ava is doing a sword dance with Moria. Is Ava in BDSS now, or was this just for fun since they were all in the same town?

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Moria and AVa Fleming Duett

2009-05-17T00:18:37Z

Hey Ava

What was the SOng you danced with Moria in Duisberg? You know the Sword Dance piece.

XOXOXOXO

Musti

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Ava Fleming Professionals' Weekend in Asheville NC - September 11-13 2009!

2009-04-21T02:36:54Z

I didn't have enough of her last year - Ava will be back in Asheville for a 3 day, professionals only retreat this Fall - September 11-13 here in the beautiful mountains on North Carolina.

Register today - only 15 spots - several have already sold!
Registration here: http://avainasheville.eventbrite.com/
**This event is for advanced dancers - please email me if you have questions**

The cost of the retreat is $350 and this includes lodging, food and 12 hours of class!

There will also be professional development time, a chocolate night and some other fun activities. If you'd like to reserve a spot, the deposit is $100 and can be paid via check or paypal (including credit cards). The balance will be due by August 15th and if you want to break it up into multiple payments, that is fine with me!

All registrations are non-refundable but are transferable.

**Details**

Location: The Prama Institute, located 20 miles north of Asheville, NC (http://www.pramainstitute.org/). The center will be all ours for the weekend. The center is located on top of a mountain - it has amazing views (and this time of year will be fantastic!), a beautiful domed education room with radiant heating, an outdoor fire pit and stage and more!

There are large comfortable rooms with bunk beds - the center sleeps 28 so there will be plenty of room for all of us.

All meals are provided and will all be vegetarian. I have attended retreats here and the food is excellent.

Schedule:
**this is tentative - the schedule will be set with your input in mind, I'll send out a questionnaire once people have confirmed**

Friday:
arrive any time Friday morning
1-2 Introductions
2-5 Class
6 Dinner
Chocolate night!!

Saturday:
9 breakfast
10-1 class
1 lunch
3-6 class
*special night activity*

Sunday:
9 breakfast
10-1 class

Travel:
The closest airport is Asheville (AVL) and we are 45 minutes from Greenville (GSP) and 2 hours from Charlotte (CLT). If you fly into Asheville I can arrange travel from the airport to the center and back. If you will be staying in Asheville Thursday night or Sunday night (it's a really fun town!) then I can help you find a hotel or you are welcome to stay at the dance studio.

Interested in a private lesson?
Ava will be offering privates Thursday evening and Sunday at my studio in Asheville and Friday morning at the center. Privates are $75.

Questions: 828-242-7595 or lisa@lisazahiya.com

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Watch Ava in the promotional clip for the Las Vegas Intensive.

2009-04-09T21:15:10Z

I am so excited!!! The promotional video for the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive is now on the homepage of the website, www.bellydanceintensive.com and there are numerous clips of Ava.

Please enjoy watching it...and then get busy and register today (if you haven't already)!!! September is just around the corner.

We'd like to credit the following people who helped make this video possible:

Editor-Danya Cornelius (please send all compliments to her!!)
Videography-Rob of Digital Edge Media www.digitaledge.tv
Photography-Brad of Taboo Media www.taboomedia.com
Music-Unveiled from the CD "Angelika Unveiled", composed & arranged by Raul Ferrando, and available at www.angelikanemeth.com

Much love,
Samira Tu'Ala
www.bellydanceintensive.com

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facebook

2009-03-27T19:25:28Z

Cha Cha Cha!

Soooo - I know I'm not on tribe very much, but I do have a new facebook account that is much more active regarding what I'm doing and what is going on in the dark depths of my sleep deprived mind.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ava-Fleming/48667457145

You can also check out what is happening at my new studio in Phoenix - shhhhh, I haven't really announced that it's mine yet. ;)

http://www.02.01.snc1.facebook.com/pages/Phoenix-AZ/Al-Moro-Dance-Studio/51608674846

See you there!
Ava

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DVD Song Sizzlin Torso

2009-03-06T22:20:48Z

Hi there

can someone tell me the Performance Song on the DVD Sizzlin Torso?

Whats that Song?

greetings

Musti

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Karim Nagi of Turbo Tabla is coming to Phoenix!

2009-03-05T04:30:27Z

http://turbotabla.eventbrite.com/

Package Deals and Deadlines

Both Sunday Workshops:
Before March 7th: $70, plus show: $80
Before March 15th: $75, plus show: $85

Master & one Sunday Workshop:
Before March 15th: $90, plus show $100

Master & both Sunday Workshops:
Before March 15th: $120, plus show $130

MASTER CLASS - MUSICALITY, MAQAM and TAQSIM FOR DANCERS:
1:30am - 1:30pm: $55 before Mar. 7th : $60 before Mar. 15th : $75 at the door.

Saturday, April 4 - Al Moro Studio, 806 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Attendees interested in this Master Class must contact Ava Fleming at info@almorostudio.com or 602.502.6909.

This dance class will demonstrate how to interpret melody into movement. We will understand how to dance to a vocal song vs. an instrumental. We will study Maqam; the Arabic music system that determines the mood of the song based on the musical scale and note collection. We will also practice the art of Taqsim, improvised musical melody and its corresponding dances. Karim plays live music on the Buzuq to demonstrate how a dancer and musician synchronize with eachother during an Arab style improvisation. The students will practice interpreting the instrumental music into movement and personifying the mood of the music.

PERFORMANCE & HAFLA:
7:00pm - 10:00pm: $15.00
Saturday, April 4 - Plaza de Anaya Studio, 524 W. Broadway Road, Tempe AZ 85282

Performances by local dancers and featuring Karim Nagi. After the show, the evening continues with open dancing and DJ Turbo Tabla!

ALL LEVELS - RHYTHM FOR DANCERS:
10am - 12pm : $40 before Mar. 15 : $50 at the door.

Sunday, April 5 - Plaza de Anaya Studio, 524 W. Broadway Road, Tempe AZ 85282

A dancer's immediate connection to the music is the rhythm produced by the Tabla and percussion. Karim teaches each rhythm using the three-sound clapping approach. Karim then performs sample rhythms on the Tabla. Students will learn each rhythm by name, "dum-tak" vocalization, and clapping. Afterwards the dancers will learn choreography segments to help gain bodily control with the sample rhythm. This movement workshop is perfect for any dancer who wants to better understand what they are dancing to.

ALL LEVELS - DANCER/DRUMMER COMMUNICATION:
1:00pm - 3:00pm: $40 before Mar. 15 : $50 at the door.

Sunday, April 5 - Plaza de Anaya Studio, 524 W. Broadway Road, Tempe AZ 85282

Students will learn how interpret sound into movement by aligning body parts and motions with drum sounds and riffs. The six-part drum-solo will be explained, theme by theme. Students will then perform to any combination of these 6 major drum solo themes. Students will learn how to both lead and follow the drummer by maintaining the common language. Improvisation skills will be encouraged, and the daunting prospect of dancing to a LIVE drum solo will be demystified. This dance workshop can also be configured to include drummers as well.

For more information please contact Ava Fleming at info@almorostudio.com, or call 602.502.6909

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Mujeres: Beautifully Done, Ava & Yumi!!!!

2009-03-05T04:18:56Z

A big loud zagareet out to Ava & Yumi LaRosa and their dancers for putting on a FABULOUS show!

Mujeres. A beautiful, artful display of belly dancing and flamenco.

I LOVED, LOVED, **LOVED** the opening duet with Ava and Yumi (accompanied by Eric Zang).... sorta-kinda "When Cultures Collide in Denim." Totally unique. And then on to alternating presentations of Flamenco and BD. It was so much fun to watch! Oh,and Aurora... it was FAB seeing you in action again. You are as beautiful and graceful as ever.

What can I say about Yumi LaRosa? She is the tiniest little POWERHOUSE of a dancer I've ever seen. She must weigh 80lbs soaking wet but you can FEEL her presence via shockwaves when she dances. She has the grace of a gazelle with the power of a lion, all in a cute, tiny little package.

Now, Ava. Dear Ava. The personification of beauty, grace, technique, all with a sense of goofiness that brings her back down to earth with the rest of us. A serious dancer. A serious performer. A serious performance... and yet she's not afraid to inject her sense of humor into what she's doing. I stared. I laughed. I zagareeted. I yelled out "OPA!" (yup, that was me). What didn't I do? BLINK! I didn't want to miss a nanosecond.

And I cannot forget the ridiculously talented Beatmaster Eric Zang. His intricate fingerwork on whatever "thing" he happens to be playing never ceases to amaze me. I think he can play more instruments than I can even name! So, some well-earned YIPS out to Eric.

So thank you Ava, and thank you Yumi, and thank you Eric and Gaetano (flamenco guitarist extraordinaire), and thank you to ALL the dancers who looked like they were having so much FUN up there. It was a pleasure to watch.

When is Mujeres II coming out? ;o)

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You Tube

2009-02-27T03:14:08Z

http://www.youtube.com:80/watch?v=AHT01h689A8&feature=channel_page

She is a true inspiration

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Black Orchid Danse Retreat in May w/ Ava

2009-01-13T15:55:52Z

Friday, May 15, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
9:00 AM
Black Orchid Danse presents its 2009 Bellydance Retreat in Atlanta,
Georgia featuring Middle Eastern Dance Artists AVA FLEMING, JIM BOZ & folkloric dancer and musician KARIM NAGI.

Dates: May 15 - 17, 2009
Location: Sheraton Gateway Hotel - Atlanta Airport

Come join us for an amazingly packed weekend of bellydance and music with 22 hours of workshop classes over 3 full days, an exhilarating cocktail reception on Friday night and Saturday night's Elegant Dinner Show (dress to impress)featuring performances by national and international artists.

Black Orchid Danse is also pleased to offer:
Classes for all levels of dancers and drummers, private sessions with
the instructors,"An Introduction to Bellydance" package for those who have never taken a bellydance class along with vendors offering an
awesome array of merchandise, makeup consulting and spa services.

Registration is now open and installment plans are available. For
more information and event details, please check out our website at

www.blackorchiddance.com/event...x.html or contact us at

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Ava Fleming & Dahlal!

2009-01-12T03:42:50Z

Just a quick node to our lovely Ava on how stunning she looks modeling for Dahlal!

Classy as ever and how wonderful to see you there!

https://www.dahlal.com/default.aspx?n=1&c=1

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Duisburg rocked! Thx Ava!

2008-12-02T08:14:46Z

OMG Duisburg was sooooo awesome!

I really loved your mystic moves workshop, I'm gonna keep working on those shoulder blade rolls!
My left side just won't do what I want it to do :-)

Too bad I couldn't do more workshops! But I'm already saving up for next time :-)

Come back soon!

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Pictures posted of Ava at the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive

2008-11-16T17:15:41Z

Photos from The 2008 Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival--featuring Ava Fleming, Kami Liddle, Karim “Turbo Table” Nagi, Aradia, Marjahani, and the best Oriental, Tribal, Folkloric, and Fusion talent from Las Vegas and beyond--have been posted:

http://www.taboomedia.smugmug.com/gallery/6566758_DWgvk

ENJOY!!

(I want to give a big "THANK YOU" to Brad, with Taboo Media. His work is always so delicious and incredible!! He just really seems to be able to capture the nuances of the dance and the moment.)

Learn more about the 7th Annual Intensive, coming up September 10th-13th, 2009 and featuring Jim Boz, Sharon Kihara, Suzanna Del Vecchio, Frederique, Amaya, Aubre, and more at www.bellydanceintensive.com

Happy Dancing--
Samira Tu'Ala

www.bellydanceintensive.com
www.bellydanceintensive.mobi (for mobile phones)
samira@bellydanceintensive.com
702-296-9269

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ChaChaCha! Ava!

2008-11-11T23:38:04Z

Our very own Phoenix, AZ Girl Ava blew Vegas away with her performance on Friday Sept 5 at the LV Belly Dance Intensive show.

She could not have been more sublime, delicious or cha cha on that stage. While I didn't get to have workshop fun with Ava that morning her show was amazing!

All the performers were great but thank goodness Ava danced last as she sparkled like no other!!

Shimmy til ya drop!
Zina

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Song from workshop?

2008-11-11T23:35:15Z

I was wondering what the song was that we learned at the BDU workshop. I think it was called "Move" but I can't find who it's by. You can't really google a song title like that without getting a million non-music results! =o)

Anyway, I wanted to download it but I can't find it.

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Thank you, Ava!!

2008-11-11T23:32:50Z

We SO appreciate your coming to Columbia, MO for the workshop this weekend. It was an incredible experience.

Please come back to see us again very soon.

Ve : )

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Registration Open - Ava in Asheville, NC November 8-9 :: Lisa's 30th Birthday!

2008-10-31T02:09:42Z

I'm so thrilled to be hosting Ava Fleming this November 8-9 in Asheville
as a celebration of my 30th birthday!

Ava will be teaching isolations, floorwork, pops and locks and a class
that shows several combinations in multiple styles. I'll also be
hosting a Gala Show and Birthday Party on the 8th.

Please find information here:
http://www.lisazahiya.com/avafleming.html

Registration is here:
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/130973746

and online flyer is here: http://www.lisazahiya.com/avaflyer.gif

If you'd like to inquire about performing in the show - the
non-reserved spots will go first come first serve, so let me know!

Please feel free to email (lisa@lisazahiya.com) or call me
(828.242.7595) with questions!

Hotel information and more to come...

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Yup Yup...the schedule is up!!!

2008-09-03T21:32:07Z

The Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive is pleased to be featuring Ava Fleming as one of our headliners this year!! There are 34 total instructors teaching a wide variety of topics. And yes, the schedule is done...

Can you believe it? December 29th and the schedule is done!!!

http://www.bellydanceintensive.com/pag_cms_id_13_p_schedule.html

Now I know a few of you are going to be irritated because there will be classes you want to take the conflict with each other. I am offering my apologies in advance. *sigh*...if only I had 2 full weeks of classes to fill...then we might have no conflicts. heehee.

Additionally, just because the schedule is done does not mean that I have all the bios/photos/& class descriptions from everyone. Nor is the shopping cart finished. So, for the moment, just the schedule is all I can offer. I know it's a teaser, but it will have to suffice for the moment.

Those of you who have already registered, as soon as I have the shopping cart finished, you will get to actually pick your classes. You will have first dibs!!

I previously stated that once the schedule was done that the price was going up to $295 for the weekend. Well... I also said it wouldn't be done until Jan. 1st. So this is your big chance to sneak in under the radar and register for the Super Early-Bird special. Payment plans are still available and you'll get first shot at the popular classes. Don't miss out...register today!!

http://www.bellydanceintensive.com/pag_cms_id_31_p_registration-options.html

Much love to everyone!! Have a safe and wonderful NEW YEAR!!!

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A Treat for Memorial Day:: Early Bird Reg. Extended for Ava Fleming in Atlanta!

2008-05-20T03:15:09Z

Start your Memorial Day with a bang by taking advantage of the extended early bird registration for "A Midsummer Night's Dream featuring AVA FLEMING"!

Sha'ni (GA) and Tiger's Eye Collective have extended the early bird registration to MAY 26th so get your spot while they're still available!

Online registration is open now via Event Brite at http://tecava.eventbrite.com

For additional information, please visit www.shaniGA.com/tec_ava.html

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Summer's Almost Here...And So Is AVA FLEMING! Remember: Early Bird Reg Ends 5/15

2008-05-12T19:01:24Z

Don't miss out on an excellent weekend with the fabulous AVA FLEMING! Early bird
registration ends May 15th so get your spot while they're still available!

Sha'ni (GA) and the Tiger's Eye Collective are pleased to to host a two-day bellydance event in
Atlanta. "A Midsummer Night's Dream featuring Ava Fleming" will bring fans and students
of the world-renowned artist together for a premier, two-day workshop and gala held on the
Atlanta world dance stage June 21-22, 2008.

Online registration is open now via Event Brite at
http://tecava. eventbrite. com

For additional information, please visit www.shaniGA. com/tec_ava. html

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Big Hafla May 3rd with Souhail Kaspar and Rachid Halihal (Phoenix area)

2008-04-20T16:33:56Z

Hi, everyone, I just wanted to update you with information on the upcoming hafla and workshops with Souhail Kaspar. He will be here the weekend of May 3rd and 4th. (Please disregard the earlier date. We had to move it back one weekend). The hafla will be a dance party with Souhail and Rachid Halihal. Also some local musicians, some featured dancers, some wonderful vending by Fashionable Movement and Anaya Tribal, oh yeah, and LOTS of dancing for party attendies. Fun, fun, fun!

More info will come later, and I have updated the website: www.phoenixhafla.com

Also, don't forget to cheer Souhail on on February 10th for the 50th Grammy award show! He has been nominated for this year's Grammy in World Music for his work with Rahim Alhaj in "When the Soul is Settled: The Music of Iraq."

If you have any questions, ideas, or want to volunteer, please drop me a line. I can't wait to see everyone in a few months!

Elissa

P.S. I will once again be performing with Nawari Dance and Music Ensemble at the Arizona State Fair every weekend from Feb 9th to March 31st. If you're out there, please come by and say hello!

P.P.S. The next Midnight Caravan event will be October 17th-19th, 2008.

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Bellydance Cruise w/Ava Fleming, Kami Liddle, & Samantha Riggs Dec 6-13,2008

2008-03-27T19:27:53Z

Belly dance cruise for both the experience and those with no belly dance experience. For those into tribal and those into cabaret

The cruise sails from Port of Miami , FL with stops Grand Cayman,
Cozumel, Ocho Rios and 3 Full Days of Dance Workshops!!
There will be belly dance workshops on board ship, Wednesday night dance
party, & Friday night Hafla Show.

Please contact Cathi at Destiny Travel & Group Tours for reservations and information.

Makes checks payable to: Destiny Travel, 354 East Main Street, East Palestine,
Ohio 44413. 330-426-3656 or e-mail: destinytravel@sbcglobal.net
Cathi will be happy to assist you with air travel arrangements from your home city .

Workshop Information:
Beginner classes will be offered for anyone wishing t o learn the awesome art of belly
dance! This class is strictly for beginners…no experience necessary!!
Each day at Sea we will offer dance programs which include :
*belly dance workshops each day at sea (beginner and Advanced Skills )
*private casual dance party Wednesday evening
*Friday night Hafla Show with solo and group performances– all are welcome to perform !
Exact workshop & Hafla schedule will be provided prior to sailing .
Please bring your own hip scarves, veils, zills and other costuming.

Pricing
Interior cabin, Category 4A: Cost per person w/2 in a room: $1238.00
3rd & 4th passenger rate sharing a cabin with 2 full paying guests in 4A: $1006.00
Exterior cabin, Category 6A: Cost per person w/2 in a room: $1338.00
3rd & 4th passenger rate sharing a cabin with 2 full paying guests in 6A: $1036.00
Balcony cabin, Category 8A: Cost per person w/2 in a room: $1488.00
3rd & 4th passenger rate sharing a cabin with 2 full paying guests in 8A: $1086.00
Pricing includes cruise, food & entertainment, port charges, government taxes and fees ,
on-board gratuities, all belly dance workshops on board ship, Wednesday night dance
party, & Friday night Hafla Show.

Instructors:
Ava Fleming:
With her extensive knowledge and experience in international dance styles, Ave Fleming brings a truly unique and modern approach to the belly dance community.L ocated in Phoenix, Arizona, her teaching and performances throughout the Southwestern region have created quite a demand for her practice of Raks Sharqi. Her focus on isolations and music interpretation has captivated audiences here in the U.S. and abroad. As the director, choreographer, and creator of the Black Opal Dance Company, audiences have had the opportunity to see her creative dance style amplified by ten. Ava's 2004 Belly Dancer of
the Universe title (Egyptian category) has only furtherd her popularity with all who have seen her dance. Ava’s instructional and performance dvds have inspired and challenged many who have taken on the task of studying her elegant example of the modern belly dancer through which novices and
masters alike will gain challenge and insight

Kami Liddle:
Kami’s style is what she calls a modern fsuion of an ancient dance. Although she is primarily a tribal dancer, she pulls from the various styles of belly dance that she has studied, as well as modern, hip hop, jazz, and bhangra dance. Kami performs both as a solo artist and also collaborates wh iotther dancers. She is a guest artist for The Indigo, directed by Rachel Brice, and has also worked with Samatha Riggs of Boom Boom Bollywood on choreography and periodically performs with the company. Kami was nominated for “Best Kept Secret” and “Best interpretive Artist” for 2005
Zaghareet Magazine and won the title “Entertainer of the Year 2005” at the Wiggles of the West. Kami currently tours with The Bellydance Superstars.

Samantha Riggs:
Samantha Riggs is the Founder, Artistic Director, Choreographer and Lead Dancer for bothB oom Boom Bollywood and The Sexy Scallywags Pirate Circus in Tempe, Arizona, and is a performer with Fyrae fire arts troupe. She was the assistant director as well as a core dancer, teacher, musician and choreographer Dfoorm ba Tribal Fusion Dance Troupe
(winners of the 2006 Zaghareet “Best Troupe” award) from 1996 until their dissolution in October of 2006. Samantha has traveled the world teaching Bollywood Style Dance, Tribal Style Bellydance, Tribal Fusion, Fire Arts and Pirate Bellydance. Her serious obsession with Bollywood movies has, over the years, infected others... leading to her higher
goal of connection and understanding between the Western and the Ind-Ao merican communities. Samantha has a long history on stage withm any other forms of theatre arts including fire performance, stage combat, acting, stand-up comedy and comedy improv, singing, drumming and folk dancing .

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Did Amanda Rose really win the Belly Dancer of the Universe??

2008-03-23T02:02:06Z

OMG! I saw this posted somewhere:

Veil: Tanna Valentine (NY)
Drum Solo: Kendra (OR)
Creative Category: Belly Dance Korea
Fusion Solo: Tehani (CA)
Tribal Fusion Solo: Lisa Zahiya (NY)
Tribal Group: Mandala Dance Works
Taxim Solo: Dilek

Egyptian: Amanda Rose (AZ)
(runners up Maryam (CA) and ViviAne(TX))

Universal: Mia (Page Ranking)
(runners up: Dilek and Kendra (OR))
__________________

I am so happy for you! congrats!!

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Ava at Rakkasah

2008-03-07T13:52:01Z

We are proud to have the amazing Ava teaching at Rakkasah West this year.
Thursday, March 13 at 9am - Layer Cake- Ava's signature isolations-layering to create different effects
There is still time to sign up at www.rakkasah.com
See ya there

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Amanda Rose - BDUC Champion!

2008-03-01T16:25:49Z

Yes, it is true, Amanda Rose really won the Championship for Belly Dancer of the Universe Competition 2008! If you have a chance to get the video, I highly suggest it, she did a great job!

Congratulations Amanda Rose.

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Ava at Majma.co.uk

2008-03-01T14:25:45Z

I saw Ava last night and OH LORDY was she absolutely incredible. I've only ever seen her on the evolution dvd and it doesn't do her justice. This peformance was just lucious. She dazzled us all!!
I also adored her costume - i'm going to try to ask her where she got it as i'm seeing her perform again tonight!

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Ava & Opals- wanna come do something different?

2008-01-28T01:40:24Z

Dates are pending but at least 2 mos out.

NATIUM World Dance & Kahlea will be hosting 2008's Bohemian Nights, a bellydance collection. The showcase will be a monthly or every other monthly showcase of all types of bellydance. Alterna-cirque bellies WELCOME!

Shows will take place at a venue in the Tempe area and will have an oldey timey, circus side-show, exotic feel. Bellydancers of all disciplines are welcome from:

Traditional : Egyptian, Turkish, Orientale, Persian, etc...
Tribal: ATS, World Tribal, Fusion, Modern Fusion, and Goth Fusion
World dance: West African, Eastern Euro folk, Flamenco, Zambra, Folklorico
Circus/show dance: Little Egypt, Mata Hari, Aerialists, themed...

Enter another place and time where world fusion bellydance company, NATIUM World Dance, known for blending various world dance flavors with bellydance, hosts Bohemian Nights, A bellydance cirque. This showcase of talent takes place in 2008 at _________, in Tempe Arizona.
As audiences wander in they are greeted with sights, sounds and scents evocative of exotic destinations, worlds away, and of times forgotten. From the rich looking textiles and decorations from other countries, to the sounds of worlds coming together under one roof, audiences will feel as though traveling to mysterious, foreign lands. Wander through the mini bazaar to barter, haggle and bid on unique objects d'arte from artisans and vagabonds.

Each Bohemian Nights showcase kicks off with a free mini bellydance lesson to familiarize the audience with this art form and to incite excitement for the dance jam later. Then, Bohemian Nights becomes a two hour-long showcase of dancers, ranging from student performers showing off what they've learned in classes, to semi-professionals desirous of more exposure, to special professional dancer guest stars who will light up the night. Some performers will dance with props such as swords, Chinese fans, fire, veils, skirts and more. After each event, the dance floor opens up for all dancers, whether in the show or in the audience, to get up and take part in an open-floor bellydance soiree, into the night. Performers from the show come out to dance and migle with the audience and to do a meet and greet. The showcase becomes a party for all to participate.

These events are for 21 and over crowds only, as the venue serves liquor. Come hungry too as the menu has tasty treats from appetizers to delicious grilled burgers.

A portion of ticket sales will be donated to a charity or used to benefit a local business selected by NATIUM World Dance, with a different charity or business selected for each show. Raffle tickets sold will also benefit these select organizations, with all proceeds donated to that charity or business. Gratuities and tips are always appreciated, a portion of which may also be donated to the charity or business selected as well.

Run away with the belly-cirque!

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Ava Fleming on new IAMED DVD out TODAY!!!!!

2007-11-07T04:03:54Z

Belly Dance 007! Also known as This Is Bellydance! was put out sunday. This DVD includes great dancers like Lotus Niraja and the NDC, Sadie, Amara, Dondi, Midnight Mirage and of course Ava Fleming and her dance company Black Opal among so many others.

This was a great show at the Ford Amphitheater this summer, and i'm so excited to get to see the DVD. Lemme know if anyone gets a hold of it!

Buy it at www.bellydance.org

Amanda Rose :o)

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Ava...on YouTube

2007-10-26T20:26:22Z

I just found this on youtube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CU4v2kJl2Q

Ava at Mythos. I remember this performance. STUNNING as usual.

Enjoy!

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Ava in VEGAS...2008!! Super Early Bird Registration is now OPEN

2007-10-19T05:54:14Z

The 6th Annual Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive featuring Ava Fleming and Kami Liddle is pleased to announce that our Super Early Bird Registration is now OPEN.

Yup...can you believe it! We know that there are many of you who are
ready to sign up already...so here's the scoop. We are offering our
lowest price of the year right now.

And guess what else??

We are also offering payment plans! Pay now or make payments! We
don't care...we just want you to be there!! It's up to you. Make one
$275 payment or 10 monthly installments of $27.50. It's going to be
fabulous.

Ava Fleming will be teaching 2 3-hour workshops on Friday Sept. 5th and dancing in the
Stage show that night.

To register, visit
http://www.bellydanceintensive.com/

The new Venue is beyond FABULOUS. The hotel and venue are in the same building...with free shuttles from the airport. Read more about it at our website or visit www.palacestation.com to see for yourself.

We are looking forward to seeing you at the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive Sept. 2008!!!

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euorpe

2007-10-05T09:36:37Z

hey Ava

so, when are you coming over to Europe again?
we want another dose of your teaching and performing!!

love,
Artemisia

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Ava Dancing at Midnight Caravan this Saturday!

2007-10-02T08:20:01Z

This Saturday, October 6th, Ava and Amanda Rose (among some very talented others) will be dancing with Souhail Kaspar Near East Ensemble.

Phoenix, Arizona October 6th-7th

Not to be missed - Midnight Caravan – Souhail Kaspar Near East Ensemble with Guest Artists Naser Musa, Georges Lammam, and the fabulous Dahlena!

Come see live music that is sizzling, energizing, passionate and unforgettable! Souhail Kaspar Near East Ensemble will be in Phoenix on October 6th and 7th with a series of percussion, music, and dance workshops and a spectacular show with a stellar lineup. Guest artists include the multi-talented musicians Naser Musa and Georges Lammam, and the legendary dancer/insructor Dahlena. The band includes the mesmerizing vocal and instrumental stylings of Naser Musa and Georges Lammam, Miles Jay on string bass, and a rocking percussion section including master percussionist Souhail Kaspar, Majdi Kurd, Elissa, and Joe Borik. Special dance performances by Dahlena, Ava Fleming, Carrie Konyha, Melissa, Neena Nour, Amanda Rose, and Ziva! Souhail is proud to present Ziva from Arcata, California. Ziva currently performs with the award-winning Ya Habibi Dance Company and presents beautiful, high-energy, classical Egyptian dance. We are delighted to welcome her to the valley!

Visit www.phoenixhafla.com to see Georges, Naser, and Souhail performing at Mendocino Music Camp with some other notable performers.

Doors open at 9:00 pm, Saturday October 6th. Come mingle, eat, dance, and enjoy the fantastic music! Some food will be provided. Bring a potluck dish and you will be worshipped and adored.

Admission is $25. Register early – the last hafla sold out! Pre-paid guests get first selection of seats. Paypal registration closes Wednesday, October 3rd.

Concert and workshops located at:

Metropolitan Arts Institute, 1700 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ, on 7th Ave just north of McDowell.

Workshop Schedule - October 6th and 7th

Workshops with Souhail:
Drum Solo, Rhythm and Movement for Dancers, co-taught with Ziva: Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. $45
Egyptian tabla (doumbek) fundamentals: Sunday 10:00 to 12:00 $40
Intermediate/advanced tabla: Sunday 1:00 to 3:00 $40
Riqq (tambourine), all levels: Sunday 3:30 to 5:00 $35

Workshops with Naser:
Arabic Instrumental Ensemble: Saturday, October 6th, 10:00 to 12:00 $40

Workshops with Georges:
Arabic Singing: Saturday, October 6th, 12:30 to 2:30 $40

Workshops with Dahlena:
Egyptian Oriental Dance: Sunday, October 7th, 12:30 to 3:30 $60

Full class descriptions, package discounts, and contact information can be found here: www.phoenixhafla.com

Any questions, message me through Tribe or any of the contact info on the website.

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Wednesday, October 3rd - "Cyrcle - The Drummers Groove" Drum, Music and Dance Energy Exchange Circle

2007-10-02T06:33:55Z

Wednesday, October 3rd - "Cyrcle - The Drummers Groove" Drum, Music and Dance Energy Exchange Circle

at

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange
8034 N. 19th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 433-0255

From 7:00 to 9:00
Wednesday, October 3rd

Come and share the love and communal spirit of this wonderful event. The lights are low and there is magic in the air. Loose yourself in the moment while you give and receive revitalizing energy. It's all about the love and your individual expression of it. Just let yourself go.....oh yes...and there will be group hugs.
Dancers of all types and skill levels are welcome!
Musicians, bring your melodic instruments, drums and or light percussion..
This is an exchange of energy "Cyrcle" so please come and share!!!

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Babylon Breeze Orlando Florida

2007-08-31T00:37:38Z

Got to see Ava again in Orlando. I took my daughter and grand daughters and they loved her. We are three generations of dancers and it was so very nice to see them enjoy her performance so much. They were thrilled they were able to get a picture with her.

Ava is building her fan base just my family. My hasband and I are already fans.

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Amaya Shake and Bake Albuqueruqe

2007-08-27T20:33:45Z

What a fab performance and class. Awesome. Bought 2 DVDs most comprehensive and thorough instructional dvds and such fun. Ava and group were beautiful and talented. I enjoyed them thoroughly. Going to see Ava again at Babalon Breeze in Orlando. One of the best experiences and good memories.

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Natium's Spring Natyam II

2007-08-10T19:51:06Z

Save the date!

NATIUM World Dance will be hosting it 2nd Spring Natyam in 2008!
March 29 2008, please save the date for the bellydance, world fusion showdown of the year in Phoenix Arizona.
From student performers to professional troupes and dancers, this is surely going to be entertaining and fun.
More detail will follow, but for now, please save the date for March 29 2007!
Both Natium (our troupe's namesake) and Natyam (The Indian term) mean dance. Please join us for our spring dance to welcome fertility, prosperity and auspiciousness in our lives.
Studnets, this will be your chance to shine and show off all of your hard work in classes!
Kahlea

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Ava in a new bellydance calendar!

2007-08-01T03:48:29Z

Southern Fusion Productions will be launching their next project at Southern Fusion Fest 2007!!
A Bellydance Artist 18 month Calendar featuring the many beautiful faces of our dance:

Sharon Kihara
Gina
Aziza
Moria Chappell
Ava Fleming
Bastet
Liora
Fatina
Urban Gypsy
Yasmine & the Magic Hips
Alchemy
Mardi Love
Devyani

To have a sneak preview of the calendar please visit this website
www.smugmug.com/gallery/3202915

If you are interested in purchasing or learning more about this calendar please come see us in the vendor room of SFF 2007. The Calendar will be available to purchase in August by SFP and the many talented artists who took part in this project. The calendar will also be available for sale online at www.southernfusion.net .

Details to come soon at
www.southernfusion.net

Stay tuned!!

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Helping a fellow Belly Dancer

2007-07-10T16:28:44Z

Lovely Dancers,

When I was in Sarnia, there was a beautiful dancer that lost all of her jewelry and costuming due to a car theft. I'm listing the articles lost below in hopes that if you see any of these items, you can contact her directly, no questions asked.

http://people.tribe.net/audracleopatra

Thanks,

Ava

http://people.tribe.net/audracleopatra

Her full costume including my turquoise & purple pin striped frilly
pants, a black and grey striped skirt, my purple Mardi Love yarn belt
and loads of tribal jewellery. My glasses, my make up, a favorite pair
of leg warmers and arm warmers.

The jewellery includes
2 pairs of Miao spikey bracelets
3 pairs of large guage earring - 1 pair large heavy hoops is smaller
guage, lots of danglies, a pair from bali also hoops and a pair of
plain hoops large guage
1 modern choker with blue rhinestones center piece and purple small
crystals (looks a little like a pooka shell necklace) that my hubby
bought me for the birth of our last son
Large hinged silver bracelet that's a heavy thick bangle style with a
flat rectangluar section on the hinged part
2 large afghani rings with burgundy stones
1 bangle style bracelet that's a heavy mesh metal with a long dangle
1 pair antique rajistani anklets with finely detailed chain and pin
closure
1 antique flilgree and detailed piece that could be used for a belt or
head piece
3 maio hair sticks

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i'm converted

2007-07-09T15:25:25Z

after taking a workshop in charleston with ava this weekend and seeing her brilliant performances i am a convert.
not only was her workshop actually beneficial and educational she has a fantastic personality, sense of humor and beautiful spirit.
i really hope she will float over to the east coast again soon so we can have more Ava.

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Cruise your way to Belly Dance!

2007-06-30T17:22:20Z

Alright you crazy chickens... lets go on a cruise!

Featuring 3 Rockin' Belly Dancers!

Samantha of Boom Boom Bollywood, and Domba!
Kami Liddle of the Belly Dance Superstars!
and who else but yours truly....
Moi! Ava Fleming of Phoenix AZ.

Space is limited and it is going to be uber fun. Last year was blast and the only thing missing was you!
Dates: September 29 – October 6, 2007
Contact: tCathi at Destiny Travel & Group Tours
330-426-3656
destinytravel@sbcglobal.net

Prices: Range from $826.00 to $1246.00

So book now to get your discount.

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I think this guy might be related to Ava...

2007-05-29T16:02:09Z

Watch and you'll see why.

Enjoy!!

http://youtube.com/watch?v=axUixg0RFaI

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TECHNICALLY.......

2007-05-25T17:59:58Z

While Ava has two new instructional dvds, Check out the Belly Dance O Rama dvds 1, 2, and 3. Ava has solos on videos 1 and 3 doing an innovative floorwork peice, and a Persian Baba Karan. On video 2 Ava is performing with her dance company Black Opal doing a Drum solo with Zills. Be sure to check out these awsome new videos!

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New Picks On Black Opal Tribe

2007-04-27T17:26:09Z

check out the new pictures on the black opal tribe from the Belly Dance O Rama show produced by IAMED!

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Why is it....

2007-04-20T19:59:38Z

... that every class I take with Ava results in at least 1 brain cramp?

Tonight, her class went something like this:

Shimmy, but only on the right leg, weight the right leg, now do hip fig. 8s with the left hip, but wait, do it staccato.... ok, add an upper body undulation.... now add the lower body undulation to the upper body undulation, OH... and don't forget arms...and keep doing that staccato fig. 8!!

Keep in mind, this all took place in about 16 counts of music! During our WARMUP!!!!!

AAAAARRRRRGGGHHHH!!!!

<runs screaming, searching frantically for economy sized bottle of Advil and an ice pack>

And yet I keep coming back! Why???

Cuz. Just cuz.

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Ava in Sarnia!!

2007-04-17T14:05:35Z

Hello Ava fans!

I originally joined this tribe because workshops with widely known dancers can be hard to come by locally and I wanted to find out what folks liked about her. I don't have dial up and so I was unable to view any dance clips. Everything I heard here was good, so I went ahead and shelled out the dough for the weekend.

Now, after two days of her workshop, I can see why you all love her! She's a great dancer (I've never seen anyone shimmy like that before, no wonder they measure her shimmies by the Richtor Scale!) and a great gal, I recommend her as a workshop teacher to ANYONE!!! and if she comes back to Ontario I will definitely attend (evidently she has some more combos that she didn't want to overload us with, but I'm one of the crazy ones who love that kind of overload...)

Anyway, thanks Ava for a great weekend, I really enjoyed it...hope to see you again up in the great white north!
**hugs**

ps - don't forget to post those workshop notes you promised us ;)

pps - my sympathies to Audra, who had her vehicle broken into after the show and had her personal bellydance "kit" stolen, what a harsh crash after a great show - I hope you still come to Isis' workshop to vend next year!

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Black Opal TroupeApalooza April 28th

2007-04-07T12:59:53Z

Spell Presents
TroupeApalooza
(Cabaret, Bhangra, Tribal, Tribal Fusion, and Bollywood)

Join us for the valley's 1st Middle Eastern Dance Troupe Show case
Saturday April 28 2007
The Paper Heart Art Gallery
750 North West Grand Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85007
7pm until ????
Doors will open at 6 pm
Admission $6.00 adults and 3.00 Children 12 and under

Troupe schedule to perform: Bedouin Tribe, Apna Punjab, Black Opal, Hipnotic Hips, Troupe Roma, "Mara" featuring An Noujoum, Dakini Devi, Egyptian Cartouche, Desert Flowers, Raks-Al-Baladi, Boom Boom Bollywood and Fatimah

Vending by Shimmy Bliss Costuming Co
www.shimmybliss.com

Please Join us for the fun!!!!!

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two new dvds - whoohooo

2007-03-16T10:36:35Z

suzy just posted it on bhuz, so i ran over to the iamed website, and apparently they are out:

two new instructional Ava DVDs. Sizzlin' Hips and Sizzlin' Torso.

See the IAMED store for more details and video clips.

"http://www.bellydance.org/shop/index.php"

ok, of to watch the clips

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Tribal Throw Down!!!

2007-03-12T18:43:54Z

Ava Fleming, as well as her dance company Black Opal, will be performing at Tribal Throw Down and Rakkasah this weekend in the San Francisco area. BE SURE to check us out if you get the chance.

Tribal Throw Down
Ava - Sat 1:30
Black Opal - Sat 2:30

Rakkasah
Ava - Sun 10:00pm (Closin the house)
Black Opal - Sun 1:00 pm

And if you haven't already check out the black opal dance company tribe!!!!!

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Thank you for JoY

2007-03-12T09:31:59Z

Ava kicked our asses, well legs and abs mostly. I had a brilliant time and came away with lots to work on and to think about. The hafla was great, I don't think there was a performance I didn't enjoy. In a couple of days I'll post up the snaps I took. Hope you had as much fun teaching as we had learning, come back soon!

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New DVD?

2007-03-10T05:53:02Z

Tell us about it! I hear it's going to be killer!

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Okay this is just silly of me but...

2007-03-09T22:33:32Z

I'm watching the Disney version of Pocahontas right now and as I was sitting here I thought... in a strange... animated... slightly-off-base sort of way...

She looks just like Ava lol!!!

Okay if that's a bad comparison just chuck a zill at me and we'll move on, but I was just sitting there going, "Call me crazy but she looks like an animated version of Ava in an indian costume".

Okay silliness moment over.

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chris spheeris, eric zang, ava fleming and more.....

2007-03-09T20:07:44Z

Can it get any better than that?

Chris Spheeris will be performing at the Scottsdale Center for the Arts January 6th, and I've been invited to dance to my favorite song!!!! I was so excited I almost fell off my chair when I found out about it. I've even got a brand spankin new costume for this event, and NO I'm not telling what it is.

What: Chris Spheeris in concert
Guests: Eric Zang, Ava Fleming and a few more musicians, I'm waiting to get their names
Where: Scottsdale Center for the Arts
When: January 6th, 2007. 8pm

so save your pennies and come support some local artists.

chachacha.

www.chrisspheeris.com
http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/
www.avafleming.com

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BLACK OPAL DANCE COMPANY TRIBE

2007-03-05T16:52:12Z

come join the Black Opal Dance Company tribe.

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sorry! Leila should be under events! sorry :-(

2007-03-05T03:59:56Z

sorry! I thought I was posting the Leila listing under "events"! my bad!!! Litani :-(

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Orange, CA - Leila from Egypt workshops, March 2007

2007-03-05T03:57:22Z

Orange & Fountain Valley, California workshops with

Leila - direct from Cairo, Egypt!

March 23-24-25, 2007

For complete details and to register online, please visit, http://NilePrincess.com

Friday, March 23, 6:30pm-10:00pm
Sassy Sha'abi Style & Perfecting Your Performance
Private residence/studio in Fountain Valley (Orange County).
This special workshop is limited to 20 participants!

Saturday, March 24, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Saidi & Nubian for the Oriental Dancer: Technique & Improvisation

Sunday, March 25, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Classical Egyptian Music with Contemporary Dance Technique & Choreography

Saturday & Sunday workshop location:
Phill's Ballroom Dance Studio
940 W. Chapman Avenue, 2nd Floor
Orange, CA 92868

For sale at the workshops:
costumes by famous Egyptian designer Eman Zaki, CDs & DVDs.

Each workshop is $60 if paid on or before March 16th; after March 16th, $75. You may purchase the Saturday and Sunday workshops together, before March 16th, for $110.

Credit Cards accepted via PayPal. Checks and Money Orders accepted through the mail.

To learn more about the fabulous Leila, please visit her web site, http://LeilaInEgypt.com.

Happy Dancing Always! Salaam Alaykoum.

Belly Dance Marketplace
http://stores.ebay.com/belly-dance-marketplace

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belly dance gathering Saturday Feb. 24 2007

2007-02-22T00:16:26Z

A Belly Dance Gathering

Join us for our 1st gathering

February 24, 2007
Inside The Bungalow Coffee House (Coffee Talk)
48 North Robson Street
Mesa, AZ 85201
8:00 to 10:00 pm

Admission is free but please support our venue and have a cup of coffee.
Will have some schedule dancers performing as well as some open dancing.
for more info contact me TC at 480 831 1320
or Levanna at 480 233 2526

Dancers performing: Yasmina, Aloha, kali, Epona, Levanna, Nissa, Leah, Adayna, Anthea, Milikah, Demi Faraday, Hipnotic Hips, Shimmy Rebellion, Jason, Eiledon, Kalista, Ankestamen, and Enshallah,

Also not to sure how big the turn out will be so if you have and extra folding chair you may want to bring it.

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Christina of Black Lotus Clothing is Hipdrop's Featured Artist of the Month for February 2007

2007-02-06T15:46:17Z

You can read all about Christina and see some of the pictures of her and her clothing line - Black Lotus Clothing on our website www.hipdrop.com

Make sure you also click on the Hipdrop Radio icon and listen to her interview with Aneaj.

If you missed last month's interview with Carmine, or would like to listen again. You can still hear it on Hipdrop Radio. Just click on the Hipdrop Radio icon from our website.

If you, or someone you know would like to become a Hipdrop Featured Artist or have a question or a comment about our website or our radio station. Please feel free to send email to Aneaj at: aneaj@hipdrop.com

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Rakkasah!!!!!

2007-01-22T18:44:48Z

Ava Fleming will be closing out the show Sunday night, and Black Opal will be doing a mid-day show at 1 on sunday as well. Don't miss it!!!!!

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JoY March 07

2007-01-07T23:49:35Z

Squee.

Ava is teaching 5 workshops over in merry old England. Have to say I'm looking forward to it a lot. I've only done a shared workshop when she worked alongside Heidi from Domba. Who would have thought slow shimmies were so tough on the legs and brain? Anyone else attending?

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My Big E

2007-01-07T22:38:04Z

Since I travel a lot, I usually leave little notes or gifts hidden around the house for my husband to find. This way he knows I'm thinking of him and that I love him. Well, being gone for a month presented a challenge. After many teas sweet treats I finally decided..... He still didn't have his wedding ring and he didn't know that I recently recieved a call from the jewlers saying that it was ready and waiting for me. Giggle. I picked up the ring along with an extra ring box.

After a few hours one afternoon, scissors, a beauty magazine, blank paper and a glue stick, I came up with the ransom note:

Hostage: (picture of hand with ring on it)
Ransmon: Come and Get it.

Why am I giving you all this history, you ask? Because if you check out my personal profile you will see E proposing to me during Boom Boom Bellyfest 2005. I decided to turn the tables in Leicestershire.

After my performance, sweaty and out of breath. I picked up the hidden box and asked him to marry me! Nevermind that we are already married-ish (don't ask), I thought it would be fun.

So that explains the pictures I've posted.

If I get any better, I'll let you know!

Yes, that is the Lucky Charm costume travelling the world, just for you Amanda!

Take Care Ya'll,

Ava

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What Brandon from BD Nation had to say.....

2006-11-17T20:59:12Z

Folks,

In case you missed it, read on about what Brandon had to say about Ava and her trip to Baltimore.

http://bellydancenation.tribe.net/thread/0692b834-2466-4fc0-aa1c-09c391b83d62

We're so friggin' lucky here in AZ!!!

~S~

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Spell 3

2006-11-17T20:54:49Z

Ava,

You simply take my breath away! I'm speechless (and for me, THAT'S hard)!

Love,
Leah

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Mythos' Grand Re-Opening....

2006-11-17T20:50:25Z

Just a shout-out to Ava for hosting such a FUN re-opening! Thanks, Darlin', for asking me to be a part of it. It's always a pleasure to watch you (that goes without saying) but I got such a kick out of watching some of "the girls" from class solo as I haven't seen them solo before! Amanda Rose kicked ARSE! She's fab when she dances with Black Opal, but to see her do her "own" thing was just so much fun! And Jade (a.k.a. Ava Jr.) you're just super-lovely and also much fun to watch. Ellisha? OMG! I haven't seen her in action in a performance EVER! She was wonderful. And you have no right being that cute!!! ;o)

I had such a blast. Sorry I pooped out and missed the last set, but I bet it was just as fabulous as the performances leading up to it.

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Where did Ava get this costume ?

2006-11-17T20:47:19Z

Hi !

Does anyone know where Ava got this costume?
http://avafleming.com/swrd3.htm

Thanks
Barbara

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Dance Camp with Ava

2006-10-16T21:54:08Z

Hey everyone!
Just wanted to start spreading the word about a great event featuring our dear AVA FLEMING...

Bahaia's HOT Dance Camp featuring AVA FLEMING, Bahaia, & Jeanette
October 12-15, 2006
Camp Arrowhead, Hunt, TX
Over 10 hours of class, 3 evening shows
Registration $400 by September 15, $450 if paid after
fee includes all classes, shows, scheduled activities, meals and lodging
payment plans available: 6/mo @ $69.17 (includes $15 service fee), or reserve your spot with a deposit of $100 and balance of $300 paid by Sept 15

This is a super-fun retreat! Think rustic, but not rugged - even glam girls can handle this camping experience. The cabins are screened and have electricity. The showers have plenty of hot water. The meals are served in an air-conditioned dining hall. The dance hall where we have classes and shows is full of good energy and fresh air.

We roast marshmallows, go hiking in the hills, swimming in the river. We have a henna party and decorate t-shirts. Some of the campers decorate their bunks. There are vendors, a swap meet table, a massage therapist. Oh, and there's dancing too! We 5 hours of class each day, 2 on Sunday. And every camper gets the opportunity to dance in one of the evening shows.

We don't have much up on the website this early, but keep checking back for details...
http://www.bahaia.com/hot_sem.html#dancecamp

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Dare I mention the C word?!

2006-10-14T11:45:47Z

No not - cues, or choreography but Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!
Sorry - I know it's only October and pumpkins haven't been carved yet but I thought I'd do it anyway!
I'm selling tribal style Christmas cards for charity. This year - the Variety Club which helps children from disadvantaged areas or those with special needs. Full details can be found in my blog.
Drop me a line if you're interested.
Happy Halloween!!!!
x

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Belly events 2007?

2006-10-05T08:12:55Z

Time to begin planning our annual Spring Natyam is looming. Before I set any dates, I would like to know from the other belly mavens in the community what events are already planned so as to avoid a conflict of interest.
I will also check on the phx bdancer schedules tribe but figured this would reach the majority.
I am hoping for early spring again, either Jan, Feb or Mar. and I have some killer ideas for this years event to make it even more successful than last year's!

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Still haven't caught my breath....

2006-09-26T20:14:07Z

'cuz she leaves me breathless each and every time!

OMG....Ava ROCKED at the AZ Dance Festival tonight at the Scottsdale Performing Arts Center. Looked gorgeous (as she always does) in a beautiful emerald green costume. Did fabu double-veil work and then brought the house down with her 8.0-on-the-Richter-Scale shimmies during her drum solo.

~AG~
(Ava Groupie)

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Catch Ava at the AZ Dance Festival!!!

2006-09-08T17:18:09Z

AVA FLEMING will be appearing at:

The Arizona Dance Festival
Scottsdale Center for the Arts
Friday, September 8th, 8:00PM
$15.00
480-962-4584
www.desertdancetheatre.org

I just may go and bring my daughter with me!

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"Walk Like an Egyptian" at The Herberger Theater!

2006-09-01T04:14:36Z

The Herberger Theater's Second Act
"Walk Like an Egyptian"
Tuesday, September 12th, 5:30 - 7:30pm

Come to the Herberger Theater for a cool, cultural "Happy Hour" with live performers and food!

Featured acts are Ava Fleming and the Black Opal Dance Company, plus guest dancers Maia, Christa and Sasha.

Dance performance times are at 6:00 - 6:15pm and 6:45 - 7:00pm, but the entire event is from 5:30 - 7:30pm.

There will be a featured artist, musical act, food, and the dancers.

Admission is $10.00 ($5 if you're a Friend of the Herberger)
Discounts given if you bring a donation for the Hospice of the Valley's Thrift Shoppe.

For more information, please visit:
www.herbergertheater.org/eoffi...tc.taf

I hope to see you there!!

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Great Class Tonight!

2006-08-24T21:21:15Z

Class was fab tonight. I can't believe how much I missed Ava's class. Nobody kicks my butt like Ava can.

And yet some tiny little part of me still wishes she was back in Europe! I can't, for the life of me, figure out why! Could it be because my shoulders feel like they're going to fall off my body? Hmmmmm.....

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July Belly Dance Classes

2006-06-18T20:35:15Z

Hello Everyone,

Here is the long awaited for July summer belly dance class
schedule. There is going to be a 4 week intensive to get
everyone up and running. I've published one section of classes
for beginning and one for advanced. If there is enough interest
I will open a second session for each.

You will need to preregister for the class as I will have limited
spots open. Please email me if you are intersted. Since, I am in
England and soon to be in Greece, I will reply within a couple of
days.

Location:
Al Moro Studio
806 E. Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85014

The studio is on the corner of 8th St. and Camelback

Classes start July 10th

Beginning Monday 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Advanced Tuesday 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Introductory offer:
Beginning $55.00 for this 4 week session.
Advanced $65.00 for this 4 week session.

I will you posted on the upcoming class schedule.

Ciao!

Ava Fleming
info@avafleming.com

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UK part 2

2006-06-14T21:34:49Z

for those of you that don't know me, i'll say a little something:

i love food.
and
until this trip, i've never owned a camera.

my life is centered around my favorite restaurants, what i'll be eating for the next meal, and when will i be eating again.

since i've been here my goal has been to try loads of traditional foods, aka spotted dick, learn the difference between our favorite four letter words, sleep in as much as possible, and figure out how to use a digital camera.

here are my current favorites of all 4 things:

food: the cheese is amazing. cream teas, bangers and mash, mushy peas, broad beans ( not dude beans), clotted cream (really good fattening stuff), and Pimms. oh, I can't the fantastic "toastie! (a toasted cheese sandwhich)

i told you i liked food.

my new favorite words:
ballicks
bladdered
whingey
crikey
and... toss (i'll let you try to figure that out)

i think ballicks and toss are the best. the first actually kept my in laughter for about 10 mintues.

as for sleeping in, everyone here knows i'm not a morning person.

and now i'm trying to figure out how to take pictures with my new digital camera! i have some , it's just trying to figure out what "memory card error" means, and how to get it fixed. If any of you know, please pass on the words of wisdom. It's a good thing I have two of those little things!

off to bed.

ava

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the UK

2006-06-12T08:37:24Z

Well, I finally made it over here to the UK! It has been an exciting adventure over here. It all started with a phone telling me to go to the airport early since my friends missed thier flight due to long lines.

Stressed.

and - don't ever misplace your luggage tags when going abroad...

I reached my connection and changed airlines. I didn't have tags, and when they called the Phoenix airport, well let's say the computer said I was traveling with NO bags, not the two I checked. I would just have to wait and see if they showed up in London!

tee hee - the adventure of it all.

The last time I tried to travel to Europe I was stranded in NY due to 9/11. Yes I was there for that.

well that is the most of it for now. I've been to Bath, a proper Pub, eaten spotted dick :) taught 6 hours of workshops, and I'll leave the rest for another posting. I'll try to get some pictures up while I'm here!

wiggles and winks,

Ava

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London & Leicester

2006-05-29T14:51:29Z

Have a fabulous time in the UK, Ava!

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Boom Boom Auditions, 2nd Chance!

2006-03-21T04:56:52Z

Due to Spring Break we had little response to the first call, so here's your second chance!!!
*************
Boom Boom Bollywood Productions has places for chorus and lead dance roles in our Bollywood dance revue extravaganza!

We are looking for men and women (18 or older) with professional dance experience who are interested in doing Bollywood and East Indian fold dance. Your own ethnic background does not matter as we are an eclectic group with many backgrounds. We are also looking for a Narrator for our shows.

Dancers: Please have a 2-3 minute piece prepared (preferably INdus-themed)
Narrators: Please have a 1-2 minute piece prepared

Join us at Domba Studios in Tempe
Monday, March 27, 6pm
524 W. Broadway, Ste. 107 (behind Mr. Goodcents Sanwich Shop)
NW corner of Broadway and Roosevelt

If you are interested but cannot make the audition, or for more information please call Samantha at 602.703.2815
www.boomboombollywood.com

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Boom Boom Bollywood Auditions!

2006-03-16T16:35:32Z

Boom Boom Bollywood Productions has places for chorus and lead dance roles in our Bollywood dance revue extravaganza!

We are looking for men and women (18 or older) with professional dance experience who are interested in doing Bollywood and East Indian fold dance. Your own ethnic background does not matter as we are an eclectic group with many backgrounds. We are also looking for a Narrator for our shows.

Dancers: Please have a 2-3 minute piece prepared (preferably INdus-themed)
Narrators: Please have a 1-2 minute piece prepared

Join us at Domba Studios in Tempe
Friday, March 17, 3-6pm
524 W. Broadway, Ste. 107 (behind Mr. Goodcents Sanwich Shop)
NW corner of Broadway and Roosevelt

If you are interested but cannot make the audition, or for more information please call Samantha at 602.703.2815
www.boomboombollywood.com

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NATIUM's Spring Natyam

2006-02-11T09:51:01Z

visit

http://www.thegoddessgarden.net/kahlea_workshops.html

for all the wondermous details!

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Ava in Chicago! 3/25

2006-02-09T17:37:00Z

KB Entertainment and GypsyMagda welcome Miss Ava Fabulous to the Chicago area on Saturday March 25, 2006!

Workshop topics are:
“Traveling Transitions”
Traveling got you stumped? Do you feel as if your momentum stops in order to get moving? We will review basic foot patterns and layering hip movements to use across the floor. Most importantly, we will examine what it takes to create a fluid transition from a stationary movement into traveling.

“Music Theory/Stage Performance”
Learning the basic structure of Middle Eastern music enables you to improvise and choreograph better. Add stage dynamics and audience relationships to create inticate movements without complicating things. Combining basic musical theory with stage dynamics gives you the freedom to become a multilayered dancer. It helps unstick the “what do I do next?” button.

Event location:
Dominican University Priory Campus
7200 West Division
River Forest, IL

Registration info and form: www.goddessdancing.com, www.gypsymagda.com

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Boom Boom

2006-02-01T08:16:40Z

Did anyone else out there see Ava perform at Boom Boom BellyFest yesterday? 4 Veils! 4 Veils! This woman blows my mind, what a fantastic performance. whoa!

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Rakkasah!

2006-01-28T07:12:39Z

It's official! After 3 hours of calling, we finally got through to Rakkasah registration.

Ava Fleming & Black Opal Dance Company will be performing at Rakkasah on Sunday, March 25 3pm on the main stage.

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Does....

2006-01-13T14:38:19Z

Anyone know who Ava's main teachers and influences have been in her dance life?

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Ava in Bollywood show

2005-12-28T17:38:17Z

Don't forget to catch Ava (and me!) dancing some Bollywood in the Bollywood Love Rules! show at the Scottsdale Center for the Arts on Jan 7. See more info in the events section or at
www.boomboombollywood.com
You gotta see this because Ava actually plays a boy in the show! Can you even picture that?

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Rakkasah Auditions

2005-12-23T04:57:39Z

Auditions are over, congrats to everyone involved, i'm extremely excited to see what comes of this. Rakkasah is a great event. Is anyone else making the travel up to San Fran for the special weekend?

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Ava..in SPELL TWO - MOVIE NIGHT!

2005-12-13T22:03:33Z

Catch Ava in the SPELL 2 show at Mesa Women's Center. Her performance is inspired by the classic film "Jezebel." Can't wait to see that!!

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Rakkasah Auditions this weekend!

2005-12-12T16:37:16Z

Don't forget Ava and the Black Opal Dance Company are holding auditions this weekend for a special piece to be performed at Rakkasah.
See info below!
***********

All dancers are invited to audition for a cabaret/fusion piece to be performed at Rakkasah 2006 with Ava Fleming and the Black Opal Dance Company!

Auditions to be held at the Domba! Studio
Sunday, December 11 at 3:30pm
524 W. Broadway Rd., Ste. 107
Tempe, AZ 85282

Requirements for Audition:
Must perform for 2 minutes to your choice of music with veil, double veil or Isis wings.
Must learn and perform a cabaret "pop & lock" combination to be taught at the audition.
Please wear form fitting workout attire, no skirts please.

Requirements for Performance:
Be able to attend Rakkasah March 25-26, 2006.
Be able to attend rehearsals twice a week (rehearsal times TBD).
Work well in a team environment!

All performance details will be discussed once final cuts have been made. Please contact Aurora if you have any further questions.

raksaurora@yahoo.com
602-616-7996
www.avafleming.com

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Ava Fleming

2005-12-09T18:44:49Z

Ava we love you :o)

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