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WEI Dance For Change!!!!!

AmandaRose — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:19:18 GMT

August 8th at Layalena The Womans Entrepreneurship Initiative will be putting on an event to raise money for widowed women in India.

The mission of the Womens Entrepreneurship Initiative is to encourage social entrepreneurship among women by providing grants and microloans in the aftermath of social epidemics. In support of this mission the Women’s Entrepreneurship Initiative will:

• Empower individuals and organizations worldwide through the encouragement of social entrepreneurism;

• Create new jobs that are needed, wanted, and encouraged by the surrounding community;

• Alleviate current debt and break the cycle of debt inheritance passed on through generations;

• Use social entrepreneurial activities as a way to minimize social epidemics that arise from debt inheritance such as suicide, fleeing the country, and violent protests.

Momentarily we are working in India and are having an even in Phoenix this coming August. Please come and join us to support this cause and watch some fantastic performers!

Line Up Includes Thus Far:
Amanda Rose
Ava Fleming
Helena Vlahos
Myryka
Ellisha
Boom Boom Bollywood
Aurora
Samantha Riggs
Diosa

Tickets are $25 in advance and $28 at the door. They include Show, Dinner, and 2 Raffel Tickets.

Flyer is found in the photos for the tribe

Please come join us for this fantastic event for a fantastic cause!

Amanda Rose

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New Pharos Pics

Pharos — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 07:00:33 GMT

Mikel Florman's Pharos pics are available here (slide show).

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=376417472

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MECDA Fall Festival of Music & Dance Nov. 1

Mahin — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:51:46 GMT

Hello Dancers,

The MECDA chapter is now taking reservations for performance spots on the festival stage. We will have ongoing entertainment from 10:30am to 5:00pm - that's a lot of dancing - come be part of it!

Soloists 5 minutes
Duet/Trio 10 minutes
Troupes 4+ 15 minutes

There will also be 7 drop-in workshops presented by instructors from throughout the state. Please check here for more info:
www.levantalsonora.com

We also need people to volunteer to help with admissions, stage managing and workshop helpers - this can be just a 1 or 2 hour stint during your day and will be greatly appreciated. It takes a LOT more than the 4 members of the MECDA chapter board to run an event like this!

To reserve a spot and/or volunteer please email president@levantalsonora.com.

Thanks,

Mahin

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ONE WEEK AWAY!

Pharos — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 08:49:44 GMT

The time is fast approaching for Pharos LIVE! (JUST ONE WEEK AWAY!). We are stoking the embers to “light it up” as we speak, cuz this show is going to be the HOTTEST thing to hit our AZ Dance and Drum community since Jose burned his jalapeno and called it chipotle.

So follow the light on Saturday, June 14th to The Sets (93 E. Southern) in Tempe, AZ to see 7 (yes seven) LIVE music groups performing for some of the best and hottest belly dancers, African dancers, interpretive and fusion dancers in AZ and beyond!

We have (Dancers):

Amanda Rose (Belly Dancer of the Universe 2008)
Deja Dance Collective
Arizona Drum and Dance
Satori Sunrise
Of the Earth
Carrie Konyha
Lara
Mahin
Diosa (Belly Dancer of the Universe Runner-up 2004)
Renee
Jen (Bedouin Tribe)
Desert Flowers
Anaya Tribal
Hands of Kali
Bastet
Katara

...all performing to incredible live music from the likes of
Traveler
Cosmos
Of the Earth
Soleil Noir
The White Claws
Arizona Drum and Dance

...and head-lining the show, all the way from Brooklyn, New York, RAQUY AND THE CAVEMEN!!!! (and they said it couldn’t be done... Well, we did it!).

Remember, show starts at 7:30pm (doors open 1 hour in advance). Tickets are sold up to the show time. Also remember that each ticket includes two FREE drinks ($10 savings right there). There will be a hooka bar on the patio and The Sets does serve food! There are also vendors promoting and selling there wares in our “market place”.

Don’t miss the Hands of Kali’s audience tarot reading...

Pharos LIVE: Bringing musicians and dancers together for a show by the community and for the community, bringing some of the best out of state talent to your doorstep, and portraying an ungodly amount of talent and instigating a helluva lot of fun for all.

Let Pharos draw you in. Follow the light... We hope to see you there.

Thank you for your support :)

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Spammers!

Pharos — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:31:45 GMT

OK, I don't think it is wrong for various people in our community to post ads promoting themselves or their events to and for our community.

However, and I don't know about you, but every time I log into tribe, my homepage is inundated with ads for buying or renting houses from some jack-fuck "troll" who goes by the name of "forrentorsale". We aren't talking a single post, but a MASS bombardment of info that has no bearing on our drum and dance community. In a personal sense, perhaps some of you are interested, and that's fine. However, there is a right way and a wrong way to do things.

Having zero friends, belonging to zero tribes, and having no pic or background info... you are a spammer! Promoting is fine (punches Sasha in the stomach). Asshole blatant spamming is not!

So I e-mailed this fucknut and this is what I said:

"Tribe.net is a place for people to meet and socialize and promote for the benefit of the relevant community. It is not a place for advertisers and blatant spammers like yourself to list properties for sale or rent. If I see one more goddamn fucking bullshit advo from you on my homepage, I'm going to alert the Tribe management team and request your account be revoked (and I'm sure they will agree).

Try Craig's list if you must "spam". Leave the talk boards alone. We are not interested in irrelevant ads.

Fuck you most sincerely and hatefully,

May you die a horrid death! How you like the housing market now you sick fuck twisted chicken shit BITCH! Ya know what is criminally wrong with the housing market? Mortgage companies, mortgage brokers, and banks. You've been FUCKING people with bullshit fees for 30 years. You going out of business is merely God's wrath you inhumane vampiric money sucking fucking whores!

ASSHOLE!!!!"

So that is what I sent. I await your applause as I bow...

G

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Name your poison!

Pharos — Fri, 30 May 2008 01:16:24 GMT

During the Pharos LIVE show on June 14th, we have been given permission to announce our own drink specials. So what do you peeps like to drink? Submit your favs and it might be a drink special (for cheap). It's Pharos. Let's party!

Disclaimer: Pharos does not encourage or sanction, in any way, shape, or form, the notion of drinking and driving. That being said, we fully encourage getting drunk off your ass while somebody else drives. Drinking and driving do not mix. Drinking and a whole lot of other things do mix. Please be responsible...

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RANT!!!

Pharos — Mon, 26 May 2008 23:06:18 GMT

I would so love to post a Miles Copeland rant right now...

I know some of you will be like "yeah, do it do it do it... do it NOW!", but I prolly shouldn't. There would be way too much foul and offensive language, smart-ass remarks, stating of the truth in humorously offensive ways, shit talking, condemnations, filth flarn filth, and dirty dag-nastiness; all of which would barely scratch the surface of how I really feel.

But, I just don't think this site could handle it (much less the local community). Maybe if you all prod me enough I'll unleash my inner Drumopelli. But you have to get the concept of "knight in shining armor" out of yer head. This rant would be more like "Biblical Retribution"... it wouldn't be pretty. It'll be funny as hell, but it won't be nice or professional or anything like that. It will be like a slow and painful execution. It will be like drowning a rat for the sheer joy of drowning a rat.

Sasha and Colleen are probably like "do it do it do it" and will egg me on. My one sober brain cell says I shouldn't. For now, I will listen to it.

... but I can be persuaded.

G

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Check out Pharos LIVE bands!

Pharos — Wed, 28 May 2008 22:33:28 GMT

Check out these sites to see the Pharos LIVE bands, read blogs, listen to music, and perhaps even watch some video. Sasha likes her some spam.

Soleil Noir
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=138223754&MyToken=a0e4f65b-d941-4904-99d0-b8c1b3711db9

Of the Earth
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=231224926&MyToken=5254e12e-bd11-4451-b5e7-13dc9a64897b

The White Claws
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=130468392&MyToken=d716db71-8359-45db-89ec-e8ab1274fa9d

Traveler
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=177184319

Cosmos
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=277359346

Raquy and the Cavemen
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=10484474

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A Tap Solo...

SashaD — Sat, 24 May 2008 06:38:53 GMT

I thought this was just too cool not to share. In case you missed this from the BD Videos tribe:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Y03ey7EtoU

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Surgery. AW CRAP!

SashaD — Fri, 09 May 2008 07:31:10 GMT

I blogged about it.

I am officially on the injured list for the time being. I am going to have to have surgery on my right foot. Not a happy camper, but I know my foot will feel a whole lot better once it's all said and done. No date set yet for the procedure. I just visited my podiatrist (who is board certified in foot and ankle surgery). The guy knows what he's talking about and took his time explaining everything to me. So I won't be dancing for a while until this is all done and HEALED!!!

Anyway, I'm going to be getting creative with gym workouts in the meantime. Lots of bench work, free weights, weight machines, or anything that doesn't require walking or putting weight on the balls of my feet (stationary bike with the resistance CRANKED WAY UUUUPPPPPP and NO STANDING THIS TIME!!! Feel the quads burrrrrnnnnnn....aaaahhhhh). At least I'll have some serious muscle mass to look forward to this summer! (Silver lining anyone??) So if anyone says to me "DROP AND GIVE ME 20" I'll be able to do it!!! W00t!

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Amanda Rose will be teaching 3 different classes at the Mystic Jewell this summer!!!!!!

AmandaRose — Thu, 08 May 2008 20:05:28 GMT

Beginning Bellydance

An intermediate to advanced egyptian choreography class (were we create the choreography together)

Kiss your A$$ drum solo!

All on monday night!

go to www.mysticjewell.com for more information

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Would PHX Want Me Back?

JimBoz — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 15:05:01 GMT

Hey, my last couple workshop weekends were very lightly attended, so i don't have any plans to work in PHX the rest of 2008.

If I came out for maybe one day or something, would anybody come?

I always love visiting and workin with y'all. And I LOVE going to Efes to listen to Gabby & the band!

What's the word? Should I visit in 2009?
What month would be best?

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

elissa — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 03:31:37 GMT

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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Your response is appreciated

Anyanka — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 06:32:32 GMT

If any of you know Antarctica or Badrea or have purchased a costume from them or their website http://www.bargains4bellydance.com please read & respond to the thread below.

Thanks so much!

http://tribes.tribe.net/bellydancerboycotts/thread/9beeefc4-503b-497e-90b5-ee2f52d05b8b?newpostingid=384e8d34-cacc-419f-b033-4a5ecbca33dc#384e8d34-cacc-419f-b033-4a5ecbca33dc

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Just too stinkin' cute....

SashaD — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 05:18:41 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpokWK7mddg&feature=related

I wish I understood Spanish! Such a cutie patootie!!!

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Need your help with an upcoming gig!

ttuerff — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 21:13:25 GMT

Howdy, everybody!

Here's the scoop: On Sunday, April 27 I will be one of eight acts playing app. 1/2-hour sets at THE SETS, a bar with a big performance area on the corner of Southern and Mill. Some of you are probably already familiar with it.

Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Which is where you come in.

If you think you'd like to come see me play here, have a beer, watch some of the other acts, etc., I REALLY NEED you to buy advance tickets from me sometime between now and the show.

The way this particular gig works, we all get paid, but how MUCH we get paid depends on how many butts we get through the door from pre-sold tickets.

Those who sell the most tickets get their pick first of when they want to go on (i.e., what slot they want). Personally, I don't want to be last, but I don't want to be first, either. The first act goes on at 6:30, while everybody's still filing in and trying to figure out who they're gonna barf on if they drink too much.

However, I also realize that this is a SUNDAY, and most of you have to work in the morning (as do I) and you probably don't want to stay TOO late.

So here's my proposal: Help me sell tickets to this event by buying one or two yourself from me between now and the day of the show. I'm shooting for 30 people, but the more the merrier. IN RETURN, if I'm not stuck being the opening act anyway, I will shoot for a slot between 7 and 8:30 p.m. That way, if you want to stick around for the acts after me, you can, or you can head on home after that.

I have no idea what the other bands on the docket sound like, except for two of them that happened to have myspace sites. Neither one is awful. I do, however, think that I might be the OLDEST act there, but since I'm funny that doesn't really matter.

You can buy tickets directly from me or you can even use PayPal, to the address ttuerff@aol.com. Include your address and I'll mail the tickets to you.

I'm doing this a month in advance, because I figure some of you haven't made plans yet, and the sooner you all know about it, the more people I might actually get to show up!

Thanks! Contact me if you have any questions! Pass this info on to anybody who might be interested!

By the way, currently I have two other gigs in April: 4/5 at Fiddler's Dream (8 p.m. with two other acts opening; $3) and 4/7 at the Peoria Library Auditorium (7:00 p.m. with two other acts; free!).

Let me know if you can make it to the SETS!

TT

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In case you missed my blog, I have a new crack addiction....

SashaD — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 01:00:29 GMT

It's drums. Not ME, not African, not Latin....

Rock. Yes, Rock... like in Rock n Roll.

I had a lesson today with Steve Goldstein, drummer with The Violet Wing. He was super patient with me, was very encouraging, and made it such a wonderful experience for me. It's now officially become my new crack addiction, right up there with bellydancing. Who knew??

Warning: I will likely have a set of sticks with me nearly everywhere I go.... and I plan to use them!

Thanks Steve!!!

~S~

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Bellydance Superstars in town

AmandaRose — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 06:56:52 GMT

They're comin back folks. Feb 26th. Bablesque. i've heard good things about it. who's gonna come out for the night?

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Belly Dance Gathering March 14

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 15:23:41 GMT

A Night Out In Downtown Mesa

Belly Dance Gathering

When: March 14, 2008

Where: Inside the Bungalow Coffee House

48 North Robson Mesa, AZ 85201

Time: 7pm

Admission: free, but please support our host and have a cup of coffee

Dancers to Perform

Yasmina, Hipnotic Hips, Amira, Demi Faraday, Miss Neena Nour, Zadia, Qadesh, Kalista, Nissa, Latifah, Kaci, Samantha, Summer, Epona, Ankestamen with Raks Al Baladi, Levana, Enshallah, Samra, Pythias, Nai’lah, Grasha, Jemula, Sascha, Leila Sa’ida, Aashiyana Dance company, Bella Luna MaKara, Renee’ Mikael, and TC

Please Join us
Also you may want to bring your own folding lawn chair and a stadium blanket in case there is a chill in the air.

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Thanks to all you Phoenix gals!!!!

Viv — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 15:06:29 GMT

Jim's workshops were wonderful as always and you all were as welcoming as ever! Thanks so much for making me feel like I'm part of the Phoenix dancer family and worrying about me getting home safe. It was darn near a swim for most of the drive but I did get home safe and sound. Can't wait for next time and all the fun!!!
HUGS!!!!!!
Viv (Shel, Raven...pick a name, any name *grin*)

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The Bozman Cometh... AGAIN!!!

SashaD — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 23:16:07 GMT

Yes, that's right.... the one and only Jim Boz is coming back this weekend for workshops! Certification too, if you're so interested in it. Check out Naj's gobellydance.com site for registration information and class schedules. The classes are limited to only 15 students (YAY) so that we can all get individual attention. There is even a workshop for male dancers so tell everyone you know!

I hope to see you all there!

~S~

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bellydance-UNcensored!

kahlea — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 20:38:27 GMT

Wont ya come dance with us?
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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psssst.... "its" alive

kahlea — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 07:42:22 GMT

There have been tribe sightings of "it"... mind your words Sasha. : )
PNG

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The Violet Wing!!!! WOOT!!!!

SashaD — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 05:36:10 GMT

It's time for another trip down memory lane! The Violet Wing will be having another 60's rock n roll show at Mesa Womens Club on Saturday, 1/12 at 7pm. Oooodles of Go Go Girls too!! ;o) Wanna come out and get your groove on??

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Professional Costumes for Sale, Pretty!!!

AmandaRose — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 18:15:09 GMT

Blue and White
Mermaid skirt with fantastic flare, the hip can expand rather large and can also be made smaller by tightening the elastic. I'm around a 36 inch waist right now but I've wore it when i was around a 34 and I'm sure it can go smaller and larger. The bra can fit a C or a D with no padding, I haven't added any in, but with padding, small C or even B would work. Ribcage could go up to a 37 at max and much smaller if needed. The length of the skirt is at like a 37, I've made it smaller but It could me lengthened a little bit or made short while keeping the beading at the bottom. Comes with single armband and headband. Costume is really pretty, I've gotten many compliments but just can't seem to make it work for myself. I have no hips so this just hasn't seemed to work for me. Needs a good home. Definitely Professional quality costume. Asking $450

Pink Ring
This is an A-line skirt, but has a slit on the left leg up to mid thigh. Bra is going to fit a C or D and with Padding small C or B. I haven't added any padding into the bra. The nice thing is that the straps can either be made into a halter or a criss cross in the front of the neck because of the length of them. The hip size can go down to a 32 or up to a 37. The elastic can be loosened or tightened. The length of a skirt is 36 1/2. Rib Cage can go up to +39 and as small as needed. Comes with two arms bands and a headband. Also a really pretty costume, sad to see it go, even my boyfriend likes this one but i need to make room for new ones. :o) asking $425

All prices are without shipping included. Personal Message me if your interested, if I don't receive offers I'll take best offers

You can find pictures of them at this website http://gallery.mac.com/idancewithmybelly#100001

:o)

Amanda Rose

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Fun with Shot Glasses...

SashaD — Sun, 23 Dec 2007 17:46:34 GMT

http://youtube.com/watch?v=agdtVLjhPL8&feature=user

I wonder how many of these Helena Vlahos can do simultaneously? I'm gonna send her this link.

~S~

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Hafla April 26th-27th

elissa — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 06:54:18 GMT

Hi, folks, I hope everyone's having a good holiday season. I just wanted to make an early announcement that I'll be having Souhail Kaspar back in the Phoenix area for another workshop and hafla event on the last weekend in April. That's April 26th - 27th, 2008. Please keep the date in mind when you are planning your spring party agenda. ;-)

Happy Holidays!

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STOLEN COSTUMES... Reward!!

SashaD — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 03:02:26 GMT

I'm posting this from an e-mail I received from Azita today. Please see the album for a pic of her reward flyer.

PLEASE keep your eyes open for these 2 costumes. They are distinctly "Azita" style coin costumes. Both are gorgeous and there will be no mistaking them. Please get a message to Azita if you see either a red or a burgundy costume like this red one.

I'm heartsick for her.

************************************************************

REWARD
Stolen Sunday Dec 9 around 8am from Jeep at Bally’s Gym on corner of cave creek and cactus rd:

Purple Hawaiian suitcase with Belly Dance costumes in it:

A Burgundy & gold coined Bra & belt set with 2 burgundy skirts, harem pants, 2 burgundy choli’s and gold veil.
&
A Red with gold coin bra & belt set with red skirts with black swirls, black skirt, harem pants and matching choli.

This is the red & gold bra & belt.
The burgundy is almost the same.

If you should see these items on EBAY or anyone wearing the costumes please let me know. You will get a reward.
No questions asked
602-471-1075
Azita@azitaImports.com

www.AzitaImports.com
Lots of Fun Things to Buy Like:
Jewelry, Cookie Lee, Wind Chimes, Gift Items, Tapestries, Clothes, Incense & Accessories and of course Belly Dance Costumes !

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How about starting your new year off...

SashaD — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 05:47:02 GMT

on a GROOVY note?

In case you haven't heard, The Violet Wing will be performing again this January 12th at Mesa Women's Center. If you've been out to prior shows, you know it's a blast and this one will only be better than the last. If you haven't been to one, it's more fun than we should all be allowed by law!

I have the honor of being den mother to some super-hot Go Go girls so there will be plenty of eye-candy around (other than you, Dave). Some you've seen dancing here before, some you haven't. Check out The Violet Wing tribe for the lineup. As much as I love belly dancing, it's just soooooooo much fun to dance in a totally different way to music I grew up listening to. And costumes that.... well.... I can REALLY use a little imagination! Oh, and there will be a costume change for us girls!

So, I hope you all dig out your paisley prints, mini-skirts, boots, tie-dyes, peace signs and headbands and come on out! Hope to see you all there!!

~S~

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Pixie Pictures in Phoenix!

AmandaRose — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 21:27:47 GMT

Hey guys, i love pixies pictures and if you don't know about her you should. she has a tribe here called pixie vision productions and her website is www.pixievisionproductions.com

anyways, she said that should would make her way to phoenix for a weekend or so if we could get enough people. She said that once she has 10 people signed up she books a flight, so give a post up here if your interested.

i don't think anyone wouldn't want some pictures by her.

Also, though she does do belly dance a lot, her experience goes far, so very far beyond it so don't think you have to be a dancer to get her to shoot you

message me if your interested :o)

Amanda Rose

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Anyone notice the new cover-boy?

SashaD — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 17:29:41 GMT

hee hee hee!

Thanks for posting this pic, Colleen!!!

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I Love it That Jims Butt.......

Colleen — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 00:40:32 GMT

is still up here proudly representing Arizona Bellydance Fun..... & glad his butt will be back here for reals soon....yay

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Cyrcle At Bookman's

DaveFrankus — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 01:58:57 GMT

To all my local friends; I will no longer be doing the 19th Avenue and Northern Bookman's Music and Dance Cyrcle. I will let you know if I start one another somewhere. Bookman's was extremely hospitable and wonderful to work for. The choice was mine. Thank you so much for your support.
Peace,
~D

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Just so nobody gets scammed.....

SashaD — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 06:21:03 GMT

~~And now, for a public service announcement~~

I would like to inform you that someone we all know and love has had her e-mail account hijacked by some of those unscrupulous individuals in Nigeria. So, if you receive any e-mails from you-know-who asking for money to help get her out of Nigeria, please do not. I'd hate to see any of you kind-hearted folks get swindled trying to help someone claiming to be stuck in Africa.

In the meantime, you may want to tighten up your passwords to your own e-mail accounts. Make them hard to guess.... not a word that appears in the dictionary.

~~End of announcement~~

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WOO HOO! Congrats and bellypraise to Efes and Gaby Tawil!!!

SashaD — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 08:51:15 GMT

...and his ensemble.

Thanks for making Efes one my absolute all-time favorite places to dance!! Gaby is... well... what can I say that hasn't already been said hundreds of times? He's a master. And his ensemble is fab as well. Period.

OH.. and FYI....

KUDOS out to Efes.... for being voted "Best Place for Dinner and Dancing" in Phoenix by the Phoenix New Times! There's a cute little blurb about it in the "Best of..." pages in The New Times. Check out phoenixnewtimes.com and click on "Best of 2007" for more info. My only disappointment is that the musicians weren't mentioned. I dunno why... they are a huge part of the Efes experience.

A BIG LOUD ZAGAREET out to EFES and GABY and CREW!!!

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I wanna dance to drums like her when I grow up

Colleen — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 04:37:00 GMT

SASHA your gonna love this......

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRyBpKFB-Sk&mode=related&search=

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Open Dance Thank Yous!

Mahin — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 06:55:30 GMT

We had a great time at Open Dance this past Thursday - a nearly full house and really fun lineup! Thank you to Anthea, Kalista, Josephine, Rakalaya, Rocio, Renee, Ana, Zaida and Ruben!
Very special congratulations to Ruben on his first public tabla solo - it was an honor to dance for him :-)

Next Open Dance - in early December..... watch Tribe for details!

Mahin

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Best Dinner and Dancing....EFES!!!

SashaD — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 03:17:03 GMT

******From The Phoenix New Times:

BEST DINNER AND DANCING (2007)
Efes Turkish Cuisine
Efes Turkish Cuisine [Map]
1701 E. Guadalupe Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85283
480-897-3017

http://www.efesturkishcuisine.com

Our idea of a good night on the town does involve dinner and dancing, but we'd rather do the eating and leave the grooving to someone else. That's why we love to grab a table at Efes Turkish Cuisine on a Saturday night and enjoy the music while several of the best belly dancers in town shake it all. The menu's as authentic as the dancing, and as long as you keep stuffing your mouth, the dancers won't try to lure you onto the floor.

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It's State Fair time!

SashaD — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 06:42:42 GMT

I had a great time with Saliha of Ali Baba as we performed at the AZ State Fair tonight. It's one of those fun events that I look forward to all year long, when I get to hang with people I don't get to see or hang with very often.

Mara with her troup Au Noujoum performed. Can Mara possibly BE any cuter? Azita was there with 2 of her students. Azita did one of her famous Turkish drops that made the crowd go nuts! Then just Saliha and me. We all had a great time.

I wish there were more events like this. Looks like the Devonshire Ren Faire (the "little" ren faire in downtown Phoenix) is no more. There wasn't one last year and none is scheduled for this year. I can only hope.

Well, I'm tired and I have to work tomorrow. If anyone is interested, I'll be at Efes and Oasis 2.

G'night.

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Phoenix Faerie Festival Fund Raiser Show this Saturday

DaveFrankus — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 23:39:22 GMT

I'm very excited to announce that the Soul Invictus Gallery will host a Gala Faerie Festival Fund Raiser Show Saturday October 13th 2007.

Soul Invictus is located at
1022 N.W. Grand Ave
Phoenix AZ

The all ages show will include a
*Fantasy Artist's Showing
*Raffle
*Live Music and Dancers
Including performances by;
*Stage 6 Productions
*Anaya Tribal Dance
*Joe Bethancourt
*Zina BintBadia
*Jasmine
*Wyllow Ravenscroft
*Epona

Great Raffle Donations From:

Sylvan Woods

Fetish Falls

the Root Seller Gallery

Gypsy Faerie

Anaya Tribal

PF Chang's China Bistro

Anna's Devious Wigs

Bronwynn Torgerson & Dan Poland
AND MORE

Come Out and Show Your Support
Time 7pm - Doors Open at 6pm
Tickets $10 ea (Cash Only) Children Under 6yrs FREE

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Boom Boom Plus

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 06:54:57 GMT

Boom Boom Belly-Fest is just 5 days away. Come see The White Claws in a rare performance playing for two fabulous dance troupes: Satori Sunrise and The Desert Flowers. Show starts at 7pm on Saturday, October 6th at the Mystic Jewell Studio. Beyond us, there is a huge line-up of local and national troupes performing (can you say Zafira, Unmata, and Ethnophonica?). Just $15 at the door and it will sell out very very quickly.

Boom Boom Belly-Fest... it's a monumental thing... like inventing the wheel... or ice cream... or even television. It's going to RAK!!!!

... and if that wasn't enough for ya, there is the Midnight Caravan show and Dance Extravaganza starting later on that night. Perhaps you can go see both... and you know you want to. So do it!

This Saturday is belly dance BIG in Arizona, from cabaret to tribal to fusion to drums and more drums and musicians and more musicians and workshops galore. It's gonna be sick! California, Nevada, and Texas have already filed complaints saying that Arizona has gone over the legal belly dance and drum limit. Utah filed a claim too, but like who cares about Utah anyway? Hey, we're "Zonies"... we didn't build this state with "limits" in mind. This is the Wild Wild West... we make our own damn rules!!!!

Can I get an Amen!!!

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

DaveFrankus — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 06:29:09 GMT

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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Midnight Caravan Live Music and Dance Extravaganza!

elissa — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 20:37:04 GMT

Phoenix, Arizona October 6th-7th

Midnight Caravan – Souhail Kaspar Near East Ensemble with Guest Artists Naser Musa, Georges Lammam, and the fabulous Dahlena!

Get ready for some of the best live Middle Eastern music to hit the valley in ages! 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. Come see live music that is sizzling, energizing, passionate and unforgettable! The band includes the mesmerizing vocal and instrumental stylings of Naser Musa and Georges Lammam with a rocking percussion section including master percussionist Souhail Kaspar, Majdi Kurd, Elissa, and Joe Borik. Special dance performances by Dahlena, Carrie Konyha, and some surprises!

Visit www.phoenixhafla.com to see Georges, Naser, Souhail and Majdi 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! This is a concert and a party. Some food will be provided. Bring a potluck dish and you will be worshipped and adored!

Admission is $20 in advance/$25 at the door. Register early – the last hafla sold out!

Concert and workshops located at:

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

For concert and workshop registration, visit: www.phoenixhafla.com

Workshop Schedule - October 6th and 7th

Workshops with Souhail:
Drum Solo for Dancers, all skill levels: Saturday 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. $45
Egyptian tabla (doumbek) fundamentals: Sunday 10:00 to 12:00 $40
Intermediate/advanced: 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, 12:00 to 3:00 $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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Two Weeks at a Glance....Please not so many choices at once ......giggles

Colleen — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 18:58:13 GMT

So much going on in the next few weeks...cant wait to see everybody....so where ya gonna be?????

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!!!

Nadastati Kumpania Gypsy Drum Troup

The Gypsies will be drumming and dancing Thurs. Oct. 4th at Trick Shot Pool Hall. Trick Shot is located on the Southwest corner of 43rd Ave. and Cactus Road in Phoenix, AZ. The fun starts at 7:30pm, all are welcome!

Belly Dance Gathering Oct 5 2007 Paper Heart Art Gallery

PHX ART WALK
1st Friday
Belly Dance Gathering
RAQ THE CASBAH!!!!!!!!!
WHEN: FRIDAY OCT 5, 2007
WHERE: THE PAPER HEART ART GALLERY 750 NW GRAND AVENUE PHX AZ
TIME: 7:OO PM ISH
ADDMISSION; FREE BUT PLEASE SUPPORT OUR HOST AND HAVE A COFFEE, TEA, SNACK OR BUY A PAINTING
VENDING BY MADAME HABIB WWW.MADAMHABIB.COM
OPEN DANCING SO BRING A HIP SASH
THIS EVENT WILL BE OUTSIDE SO YOU MAY NEED A SWEATER WILL HAVE SOME CHAIR BUT if YOU HAVE AN EXTRA FOLDING CHAIR YOU MAY WANT TO BRING IT OR BLANKETS AND PILLOW FOR GROUND SEATING
Performers schedule to dance: Madam Habib, Nissa, Bella Luna, Rakalaya, Bene Gesserit, Rene, Kali, Paulina, Lanna, Tanith,Kasmina,Diabolique Unconvebtional Entertainment funk Fusion and Fire Dance, Raja, Athene Nashea, Paula, Desert Flowers, Susana, Epona, Alleyha, Levana, Azhie, Lara, Mara Featuring An Noujoum, Eiledon, Zahari, Sundia, Enshallah, TC, Shan and Francis, Satori Sunrise, Sword and Veil

Boom Boom Bellyfest 2007
October 6-7 at the Mystic Jewell Studio in Tempe, AZ!

Yes, Boom Boom BellyFest is Back! This year featuring world-reknowned instructors Zafira (PA), Unmata (CA) and up and coming Ethnophonica (NV)! Three of Heidi and Domba’s absolute favorite performers!!! Definitely not to be missed! Weekend-long workshops to kick your butt and give you loads of new dance moves, as well as the HOT HOT HOT Saturday Night showcase featuring all the instructors as well as tons of local performers. The weekend also includes all sorts of vendors so that you can shop till you drop!
Schedule
Saturday, October 6:
8:30-10:30am (NEWLY ADDED!) The Fast and the Furious with Unmata - $40
9:00-10:30am Hip Hop Hip Drop with Ethnophonica - $30
11:00am-1:00pm Smooth Moves and Combinations with Zafira - SOLD OUT
1:30-3:30pm The Fast and the Furious with Unmata - SOLD OUT
1:30-3:30pm (NEWLY ADDED!) Smooth Moves and Combinations with Zafira - $40

Sunday, October 7:
9:00-10:30am AfroTribal Fusion with Ethnophonica - $30
11:00am-1:00pm 3/4 Shimmies with Zafira - SOLD OUT
11:00am-1:00pm (NEWLY ADDED!) Au Naturel - Tribal Fusion Combinations with Unmata - $40
1:30-3:30pm Au Naturel - Tribal Fusion Combinations with Unmata - SOLD OUT
4:00-6:00pm (NEWLY ADDED!) Sword Technique with Zafira - $40

Saturday Night Showcase 7-10pm, $15 admission (pre-registrations get in the door first!)

All workshops and the showcase will be held at the Mystic Jewell Studio, and at our neighbors' Hula studio in the same strip mall - 524 W Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282 (map).

Sorry, there are NO REFUNDS for workshops or the Saturday night showcase unless the event is cancelled by the Mystic Jewell Studio or the featured instructors.

Midnight Caravan Concert and Dance Show

Date & Time: Saturday, October 6, 2007 - Sunday, October 7, 2007
10:00 AM
Location: Metropolitan Arts Institute
1700 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007 view map

More Info: (602) 625-7845
www.phoenixhafla.com

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 with a rocking percussion section including master percussionist Souhail Kaspar, Majdi Kurd, Elissa, and Joe Borik. Special dance performances by Dahlena, Ava Fleming, Carrie Konyha, 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 $20 by September 20th/$25 at the door. Register early – the last hafla sold out!

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

OASIS CAFE
Thursday Oct. 11th - 7:30 pm
SW corner of Broadway & McClintock - Tempe
Admission $2.00 per person
Full Menu and Premium Hookahs will be available all evening.
Grab your hipscarf - Bring your drum...
Get ready for a party!!
For more information
480-233-0022
http://www.mahinbellydance.com/

• NEW WOW SHOW Saturday October 13th,2007 @ 6-9 P.M.New coffee shop opened!
• OVER COFFEE Live,laugh,love,and bellydance!
• Owners Al Bash,Kirk Douglas,would love to have you visit for coffee,scones,and more! This new relaxing coffee and scones shop with entertainment! M.C. Antarctica All professionals,intructors,and students and drummers are welcome Bring CD's cassettes friends,family AT Surprise Greenway Crossing shopping center at Greenway Rd. and 303 call Antacrtica 623-266-2480 or "OVER COFFEE" 623-546-4442 for directions-come to watch,dance or drum!This month is a Halloween theme!
• WOW Double the dancing-Double the fun!
• Downtown Glendale Fall Festival Belly Dancing at Maqboul's Boutique.(602-430-5002)
• Bellydancing welcome to all dancers,drummers,and shoppers.Maqboul's Boutique is welcoming us back for a return engagement.Family show.Bring chairs,water,this is an outdoor event.
• Maqboul's Saturday 2-4 P.M. October 13th YES a double dance day.YEAH! Time enough to shop before and after the show and make it to "Over Coffee" for more fun! Maqboul's offers a wide variety of decor/imports,clothes,jewelry,all kinds of unique items.They are at 58th DR. and Myrtle AVE.
http://bargains4bellydance.com/classes.html

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belly dance gathering Oct 5th Paper Heart Art Gallery

bellydancecostumesbytc — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 11:53:39 GMT

PHX ART WALK
1st Friday
Belly Dance Gathering
RAQ THE CASBAH!!!!!!!!!

WHEN: FRIDAY OCT 5, 2007

WHERE: THE PAPER HEART ART GALLERY 750 NW GRAND AVENUE PHX AZ

TIME: 7:OO PM ISH

ADDMISSION; FREE BUT PLEASE SUPPORT OUR HOST AND HAVE A COFFEE, TEA, SNACK OR BUY A PAINTING

VENDING BY MADAME HABIB WWW.MADAMHABIB.COM

OPEN DANCING SO BRING A HIP SASH
THIS EVENT WILL BE OUTSIDE SO YOU MAY NEED A SWEATER WILL HAVE SOME CHAIRS BUT IF YOU HAVE AN EXTRA FOLDING CHAIR YOU MAY WANT TO BRING IT OR BLANKETS AND PILLOWS FOR GROUND SEATING

Performers schedule to dance: Madam Habib, Nissa, Bella Luna, Rakalaya, Bene Gesserit, Renee, Kali, Paulina, Lanna, Tanith,Kasmina,Diabolique Unconvebtional Entertainment funk Fusion and Fire Dance, Raja, Athene Nashea, Paula, Desert Flowers, Susana, Epona, Alleyha, Levana, Azhie, Lara, Mara Featuring An Noujoum, Eiledon, Zahari, Sundia, Enshallah, TC, Shan and Francis, Satori Sunrise, Summer, and Sword and Veil

ALSO CHECK OUT MY COSTUME WEBSITE WWW.BELLYDANCECOSTUMESBYTC.COM
also
http://www.myspace.com/tccostumes
http://people.tribe.net/bellydancecostumesbytc

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M.E. Dance Research Project

Mahin — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 06:07:54 GMT

Hello Ladies,
I'm working on a research project for one of my classes. I need 3 minutes worth of video of improvisational dancing, it can be something that you've already posted on youtube or somewhere similar. No need for costumes or stage - it's movement factors I'm looking for - but I can't tell you what till after the results are counted!! ;-)

I need 15 more subjects to complete my project - data needs to be collected by Oct. 5th. If you've already contacted me from the first listing - thank you!

I will definitely be sharing the results with all participants and anyone else that's interested -)

Mahin

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I will probably be resigning as volunteer editor of AZBDN

lucylipschtiz — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 17:43:30 GMT

I'm still waiting for some word about the account, so I can actually afford to do this. No word, no account, so if nothing has been done by the 15th by the previous editor, I'm un-volunteering myself.
If I had the money, I would just take it over, but I don't and frankly, don't want to find myself in th emiddle of a financial war zone.
Sorry about this, folks.. I had high hopes, and t's hard to see this crumble.
But a person can only do so much.

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MECDA Picnic in Nov?? Who's in?

Mahin — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 05:37:21 GMT

Hey everybody... our MECDA chapter is planning a celebration of our first year. Here's what we have in mind.....
An all day picnic at Papago Park at the ramada near the lake tentatively set for the first Sunday in Nov., including all day performances - as many as we can get - on the ampitheater stage. It's a beautiful setting and we'd like it to be a very relaxed community gathering.

The stage is about 20 x 20 but in a hexagonal shape. I think it could accomodate groups of up to 5. We'd like to the lineup to reflect the diversity of styles we have in the community and therefore want to include as many of our AZ dancers as possible.

The preliminary plans have been checked out. What we need is to know that the community is willing to come out and dance and participate. There will be no admission, but donations to defray the cost of the event will be accepted. Before we put down the money on the event and invest our time in more planning, we'd like to know that people are interested in coming out and supporting it.

In addition to dancers, we'll need some volunteers both in preparation and on the day of the event. The park has power for a sound system, but we a system to plug into it for amplified performance music. It would have been nice to include live music but the park rules don't allow live amplified music :-( - damn! I'm not sure if that excludes acoutstic instruments.

So what do you think?

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Open Spots for Open Dance - Thurs., Sept. 6th

Mahin — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:10:48 GMT

Hey ladies - everyone snapped up the October 11th Open Dance dates - but there's still plenty of spots for Sept. 6th.
That's this coming Thursday.

Students... pros... cab... tribal... fusion - all welcome!
C'mon out and let us cheer you on!

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Looking for Irish Dancers and Harp Player in AZ.

Nasma — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 15:49:33 GMT

I'm looking for Irish Dnacers and Harp Player in AZ . Please contact Nasma for more info.

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Diabolique performs in Oct

kahlea — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 03:38:31 GMT

From TC, the event organizer:

PHX ART WALK
1st Friday
Belly Dance Gathering
RAQ THE CASBAH!!!!!!!!!

WHEN: FRIDAY OCT 5, 2007

WHERE: THE PAPER HEART ART GALLERY 750 NW GRAND AVENUE PHX AZ

TIME: 7:OO PM ISH

ADDMISSION: FREE BUT PLEASE SUPPORT OUR HOST AND HAVE A COCHTAIL OR BUY A PAINTING OR DONATE TO THE DONATION BOX

VENDING BY MADAME HABIB WWW.MADAMHABIB.COM

OPEN DANCING SO BRING A HIP SASH
THIS EVENT WILL BE OUTSIDE SO YOU MAY NEED A SWEATER WILL HAVE SOME CHAIRS BUT IF YOU HAVE AN EXTRA FOLDING CHAIR YOU MAY WANT TO BRING IT OR BLANKETS AND PILLOW FOR GROUND SEATING

Performers: Madam Habib, Nissa, Bella Luna, Rakalaya, Bene Gesserit, Rene, Kali, Paulina, Lanna, Tanith, Kasmina, Diabolique Unconventional Entertainment Fire & Funky Fusion, Raja, Athene Nashea, Paula, Desert Flowers, Susana, Epona, Alleyha, Levana, Azhie, Lara, Mara Featuring An Noujoum, Eiledon, Zahari, Sundia, Enshallah, TC, Shan and Francis, Fatimah and JasNe, Sword and Veil

ALSO CHECK OUT MY COSTUME WEBSITE WWW.BELLYDANCECOSTUMESBYTC.COM

Students and friends, We hope to see you come out!
Kahlea

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More Open Dances!

Mahin — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 16:42:59 GMT

Hello everybody - we've got two more Open Dance Nights coming up.
Sept. 6th at Albazi in Phoenix and Oct. 11th at Oasis 2 in Tempe
It's always a fun night so come on out and see some dancing - DO some dancing - and enjoy an evening out with friends :-)
Any dancers or musicians who would like a performance spot please contact me here on Tribe.
Full details on the events section of my Tribe page or at www.mahinbellydance.com

See ya there!

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Star Trek??!!??

SashaD — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 23:10:15 GMT

OK, so I was flipping through TV channels today and I just happened to have landed on an episode of the old Star Trek series.. ya know... the REAL ones with Captain Kirk? Anyway, the opening scen? A belly dancer!! LOL!!! I do believe they were on another planet, but the dancer was pretty good! She was wearing this cutesy costume made out of what appears to be pinkish "grass" as in a man-made grass skirt. I liked it! I believe it was the episode in which Scotty is being accused of Jack-the-Ripper type murders.

Might anyone have a link to this performance to post? I think it's worth watching.

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COME ONE! COME ALL!

AmandaRose — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 03:03:59 GMT

Short Notice I KNOW!

BUT, Amanda Rose and Aurora of Black Opal Dance Company will both be performing at

Mythos this Saturday starting at 8:30

DON"T STOP READING NOW

NOT ONLY will these two fabulous dancers being doing solo sets but they will also be doing a duet set to add to the spice of the evening.

Come one! COME ALL!

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all info for the AZBDN is on my website..www.lucylipschitzbellydancer.com

lucylipschtiz — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 23:08:31 GMT

there is a page that tells you how to submit articles, photos, etc. and also how to subscribe and advertise. You get a free businiess card sized ad if your article is printed. not bad, huh??
since I don't want to xpost, can you let other folks know as well?
thanks

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Natium's Spring Natyam II

kahlea — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 19:42:40 GMT

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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AZ MECDA Summer Workshops - Aug 25th in Sedona

Mahin — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 16:21:01 GMT

Early registration prices end on the 15th!

Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy cool, beautiful Sedona and take some great workshops with Tucson and Phoenix instructors!

Full details, flyer and registration/payment available at www.levantalsonora.com

Cabaret with Gina of Tucson
Beladi Style with Carmen Evans (fromerly of NYC) of Tucson
Ethnic-Tribal Fusion Combos with Yasmina of Phoenix

Your support of MECDA Chapter events helps grow and connect our statewide music & dance community!

These workshops are sponsored by AZ MECDA, a non-profit, entirely volunteer run organization which turns ALL proceeds back to seed more fun and educational dance events. Your Arizona chapter is working hard to provide a variety of high quality dance and music events throughout the state to promote statewide community building for Middle Eastern dancers, musicians and cultural aficionados.

We hope to see many of you at workshop day!

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Make a Coin Costume WORKSHOP with AZITA!!

SashaD — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 01:53:01 GMT

I don't have all the juicy details in front of me, but the ever-so-lovely Azita is putting on a 3-Mondays-in-a-row workshop on making your own coin costume!

Her workshop starts this coming Monday, 8/13 and continues on Monday, 8/20 and ends on Monday 8/27 (it's 3 nights to complete the workshop and finish the costume).

You need to bring a bra, some "cover" fabric, and any trims you'd like to use. She will be supplying the belt base plus all the coinage.

Please check out her website www.azitaimports.com for more details. She has a flyer there that explains it all. I think it's a GREAT DEAL as you'll not only come away with a new costume to add to your wardrobe but also the smarts to do another one on your own.

I'll be there. Hope to see you there as well!

~S~

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mmm...Media

JimBoz — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 18:51:30 GMT

http://www.myfoxphoenix.com/myfox/pages/InsideFox/Detail?contentId=3953310&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=VSTY&pageId=5.2.1

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Anybody have photos of Open Dance night????

Amunet — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:37:52 GMT

I was in Mexico and missed it. Just thought I would ask. :)
Thank Ya!

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Where's my Party Grrrrrlz?

JimBoz — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 16:07:14 GMT

Hey, the Sat night post show party looks like it's going to be at Efes instead of Sultan's Grill. I heard the Grill changed hands...? Can y'all fill me in on that...when I get there?

SO - FYI

And we're trying to get them to stay open late.

And...*hands on hips*...my workshops are NOT sold out?!?
Does PHX not love me no more?!? <sulk> <sob>
(Kidding)

I'm looking forward to heading out there. Getting out there tonite (wed). I'm scheduled to be in teevee Thurs, but you never know. Might be something pre-empting the big belly dancer, eh?

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Open Dance - Thank You!

Mahin — Sat, 28 Jul 2007 22:48:10 GMT

Thank you to everyone who came out to support Open Dance Night this past Thursday. We had a great time as usual :-)

Especially big thank you's to our featured dancers: Levana, T.C., Azula, Rukshana, Chyna Daisy (in her stage debut!), Epona, Zina and Zoraya. And of course huge kudos to White Claws with Fatimah and Jsa'ne who gave a fabulous LIVE performance of the piece from their video - and much more!

Next Open Dance dates: Sept. 6th and Oct. 11 - keep and eye on Tribe for more details.
I am already making the list for Sept 6th's performers- contact me if you'd like a spot.

Thanks again,

Mahin

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Thanks

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 09:58:04 GMT

Thanks Mahin for putting on such a great event yesterday (the 26th). It was hella good to hang with you and watch all the fabulous dancers strut their stuff. All of them, each and every one of them, were awesome to behold. Please pass our kudos along :)

Good hooka (I got hooka de-virginized by Fatimah and Jsa'ne), good atmosphere, wonderful people, and bad air conditioning :P. Next time we'll do two sets :P

Some people left early and missed us (fools). They owe us 20 laps. Once the word gets out, they will kick themselves in the buttocks three times... sideways, but the crowd was still awesome. Thank you and Fatimah and Jsa'ne and Katara for dancin' the open spots with us. You guys Rak (God that phrase is so over-used). Fuckit! You guys "Snarf" (a new term... start using it).

You guys liked the video we just did? We basically just performed it live (dancers and drummers). Ha! Fatimah and Jsa'ne performed like goddess'... or like a stiff cup of coffee, with cream and plenty of sugar, on a cold November morning over looking the forests around Seattle, or like the feeling you get you you run butt-ass naked through the forest with a bunch of midgets pouring cool cool water all over your behind... take your pick. If none of the above made you snicker... well, you just ain't WC material. If it did, you're sick and twisted. Welcome aboard!

So that's what Tribal 5 is supposed to look like! Fatimah killed on Scorpio Blue. Not like the drunk guy who runs over the homeless person... not like the serial killer portrayed in the media... It was more than that! What she did with Scorpio Blue can only be called HALOCAUST!!! He dies, she dies, everybody dies! Then she dug up the bodies, defiled them (we won't get into the details), and poured salt upon their graves to insure that nothing would ever grow there again... ever. Fatimah gets 300 evil points. After a few more gigs, she'll only be behind me by 1, 237. But hey, she's cathing up.

But then Katara jumped in and just shredded... shredded I tell you, like a cat on Viagra, a cheap bottle of wine, and a cat that hasn't "played" with anything (for her own amusement) in ages. Oh, but then came Mahin... she went Macru/Djole crazy and tore up the floor (they're replacing it tomorrow at great expense).

This was so cool. It was the WC's first live appearance in over 8 months (studio studio studio). Next time, the "claws" will cut deeper, perhaps even fatally. We're gonna bring more drum groups to perform with us/you/them/whatever. It will be sick.

Thanks to everyone that showed up to watch and support us. To those that didn't... well, the Drumopelli is still devising your wretched punishment. It will involve chocolate, dancing, and spanking (like that is any kind of punishment to most of you... Tom... Colleen).

Way fun. Thanks!

Ps.
So TC... what exactly were you planning on doing to me?

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KAMI workshop in Mesa is canceled!

lucylipschtiz — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 22:06:31 GMT

BDSS just notified me, there were not enough participants. So, you can imagine how much money I owe and have lost. Hundreds... that having been said, please notify everyone who was planning on coming, and while I have many of your registration forms, please e mail me your snail mail addresses, so I can send back your money. I have to figure out from the number of workshops and such, but I can do it.
Thanks.
Lucy

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White Claws Music Video

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 23:16:42 GMT

For those interested, you can now take a sneak peek at the latest White Claws Music Video. There is still some editing going on which means that this is not the final version. The final version is nearly 7 minutes long with credits and such. Make sure to watch it full screen. Enjoy!

http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=13733706

Slide show and blogs:
http://www.myspace.com/thewhiteclaws

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belly dance gathering Oct 5th Paper Heart

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 04:08:49 GMT

Raq The Casbah!!!!!!
Phx Art Walk
1st Friday
Belly Dance Gathering

When: Friday Oct 5th, 2007
Where: The Paper Heart Art Gallery 750 NW Grand Ave Phx, AZ
Time 7:00 pm-ish
Admission Free!!! But please support our house and have a cup of coffee, tea,light snack, or even buy a painting.
Exhibit for the month of Oct. will be The 3rd Annual "Jornada del Muertto"
(journey of Death)
more info call or e-mail me @ tcsdance@aol.com or 480 831-1320
This will be an outdoor event so bring a lawn chair in case we run out and a jacket in case there is a chill in the air.
Please Join us for a fun event and there will be some open dancing !!!!!!
Dancers Needed, any style or performance art welcome
call or email to sign up!!!!!!
NEED A COSTUME?
check out my website www.bellydancecostumesbytc.com
my space http://www.myspace.com/tccostumes
Tribe http://people.tribe.net/bellydancecostumesbytc (look in pics)

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Performance Lineup for Open Dance July 26th

Mahin — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 17:35:22 GMT

Here's the lineup for Open Dance Night....
Rukshana, Levanna, Zina bint Badia, Zoraya, Azula, Rakalaya, T.C. , Epona and Fatimah Rasheeda
and if that's not enough....
White Claws Drums too!

Come out and join the fun... details on my Tribe page Events section.

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I would like to stay at someone's house for a couple of nights in late July

lucylipschtiz — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 04:15:46 GMT

Hello, All: I realized that I will need a place to stay after the Moria workshop, which will be the evening of July 22.... and also after the Kami workshop which will be the evening of Sunday, the 29th. On both mornings I will leave and come back up north early. I can afford to stay at a motel for one night, any more than that, and I will be broke. I mean, wha'ts the point of sponsoring a workshop if it all goes to pay for a motel? anyway, if anyone is brave enough to let me crash on their couch or somehting, let me know. please.
and thank you.
:)
Lucy

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Open Dance Night

Mahin — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 01:00:07 GMT

Last time was a full house ready to party - don't miss this one!
Epona, Zoraya, Azula returning from California.... and MANY more - plus Live Music!

Thursday, July 26th 7:30pm
Oasis 2 Cafe
SW corner of Broadway and McClintock in Tempe

$2.00 admission at the door

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Wednesday August 1st - "Cyrcle - The Drummer's Groove" Drum, Music and Dance Energy Exchange Circle

DaveFrankus — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 16:40:06 GMT

"Cyrcle - The Drummer's 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, August 1st

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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Early Registration for "GET BOZIFIED" Weekend Ends July 5

JimBoz — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:06:53 GMT

There's still some space left in the workshops!
Score your spot now at the 'Early Bird' (read: Cheep) prices.

I'm expecting to *at*least* see all my uncensored friends at one of the post parties!

Here's the website:
www.gobellydance.com/JimBozWorkshop.html

GET BOZIFIED Weekend
Workshops with Jim Boz
August 2, 3,4 &5 Workshops BellyDanceShoppe Studios
14848 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Phone (602)997-4149

(Show at Mesa Woman's Club, 200 N MacDonald, Mesa, AZ 85201)

Thursday, August 2 7:00-9:30pm – DRILLS, THRILLS, CHILLS & ZILS!
20 Person Limit $40 until July 5/ $45 after

Those crips isolations, those sharp hip articulations, the focus of moving your hips to the rhythm while your upper body gracefully acknowledges melodies and
ethereal passages. You can achieve them through isolations techniques and foundation exercises! We'll present a batch of straightforward technique
focused exercises sure to sharpen your skills, then mess with your head for some seriously challenging layers. We have some neeeeewwwww ones for yaaaaa!
Add in a Zil Drill (bring your aspirin) with some exciting techniques and combinations. (These ain't your momma's finger cymbal combinations!)

Friday, August 3 (Studio) –PRIVATE LESSONS - $60/hr
Semi Privates also available - $20 each additional student up to 6; 7 and over $175/hr.
Must pay in advance – no refunds.

Friday Night – “Unofficial” party

Saturday, August 4
5 hrs: ORIENTAL FOUNDATIONS, TECHNIQUE, COMBINATIONS & EXPRESSION (5hrs (10am-4:00pm with lunch from 1--2pm)
$75 July 5 or before, $85 after - 20 Person Limit
More than just "here's a step, and here's a step". We'll get on the same wavelength with a few textures, organize them into expressions, then start getting into feel, and passion, and pull, and drama and all the deliciousness that makes this dance more yummy than just going thru the motions. We will stick to Egyptian style for this one, but will happily nod to variations for Tribal, AmCab, Lebanese, Greek, etc.

Saturday Night Show at Mesa Woman's Club
Show $20 in advance $25 at the door

Sunday, August 5 10AM-12:30PM MASTER CLASS
10 Person Limit $75 July 5 or before $85 after
Advanced technique and combinations – will NOT slow down for foundation concepts! Subject will be Raks Sharki in Jim's style - combination and/or
choreography - JIM'S WHIM. It will be whatever Jim happens to be working on at the time. Subject matter will be fluid, covering topics and concepts important
to Advanced students and professionals. We will cover a few combinations in a few styles, drilling the different levels of focus of the combination beyond
the mere step. The steps will be mind bending enough...trust me.

Sunday, August 5 2:00-4:30PM - PERFORMANCE TECHNIQUE (All Levels Welcome) -
20 person limit – $40 July 5 or before/$45 after
Okay, you know some moves - you know a few combos - you have a song you like. Now what?!? How do you put it together so they remember more than your shoes, your costume, your hair or your smile! We will cover phrasing, energy transfer, stage dynamics, texture sequencing/morphing, entrances and a grab bag o'tidbits that will help evolve your dance into a performance

Sunday 6:00-8:30pm – Funky Fusion! (All Levels Welcome)
20 person limit $40 July 5 or before, $45 after
Hip Hop, Jazz, wild staging and more! Do you ride the fence between Middle Eastern Dance, American interpretive, ATS and funky funky Tribal/Fusion?
You'll get a serious kick out of this one. Oh heck, don't even want to do that stuff? I'll let you in on a little secret: technique is technique - it's the
expression that changes the label. heh heh heh SO - we will re-cover some of the techniques from our drills applicable to a few funky combos, and then
expand on their expression. Take the same techniques and apply them to Egyptian (oh wait, you probably did back in January!), then we'll show them in
context of a Tribal/Fusion combination. But the mind bend doesn't stop there - the same combinations make *excellent* accents & embellishments for phrases and exciting combos for Drum solos! (Ooooh, and we'll do them all! Muah hahahahahha)

****Master Class and/or (semi)Private classes not included in any packages.***

FULL EVENT PACKAGE:
Thurs & Sat workshops, Sunday Performance & Fusion classes plus show ticket
(A la carte, this would be $215/235 )
==> $180 July 5 or before,$195 After <==

WEEKEND PACKAGE (Sat & Sun only):
Sat workshop, Sun performance & Fusion classes plus show ticket
(a la carte, this would be $175/200)
==> $145 July 5 or before.$175 After <==

SUNDAY ONLY PACKAGE (Sun workshops only, no show):
Sunday Performance & Fusion Classes only,
(a la carte, would be $80/90)
==> $75 in Advance/$85 After <==

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Cabaret Boheme Auditions

Cabaret Bohème — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 01:35:23 GMT

Cabaret Boheme, A Tucson based Vaudeville Variety Show Troupe, is looking to expand! If you have an entertaining, interesting, or bizarre talent, then we are interested in you. In true vaudevillian style, ALL types of talent will be considered. So bring your pops, music (cd player will be provided) and come in costume. We wanna see what you got! If you don’t have a particular talent but still want to audition, a limited number of chorus positions will be filled for both male and female. For chorus we are specifically looking for bodies that can dance or move and follow choreography well. Lots of personality a must!

Visit us at www.myspace.com/cabaretboheme or email us at cabaretboheme@gmail.com

When: July 21, 2007
Where: Ward VI Council Office, 3202 E. 1st street, Tucson, AZ (enter from back door)
Time: 6:00—7:00 pm individual acts first come first serve
7:00—8:00 pm chorus positions (expect to learn a short choreography)

Email me with any questions!

Peaches VaVoom
Producer/Director Cabaret Boheme

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A Desert Knights CD...

SashaD — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 05:08:22 GMT

Guys,

I ordered a Desert Knights CD (thanks Sherry for the link and info!).

Like with any internet vendor, I received an "order status" e-mail. Well, sort of. The following text appeard after the usual information:

My name and address
Item I purchased
Price
Shipping
Total Price

So after all of this usual boring stuff, the following text appeared. I'm pasting an actual copy here... I've not edited a thing. This must be a fun company to work for!!!

***********************************************************************

Your CD has been gently taken from our CD Baby shelves with
sterilized contamination-free gloves and placed onto a satin pillow.

A team of 50 employees inspected your CD and polished it to make sure
it was in the best possible condition before mailing.

Our packing specialist from Japan lit a candle and a hush fell over
the crowd as he put your CD into the finest gold-lined box that money
can buy.

We all had a wonderful celebration afterwards and the whole party
marched down the street to the post office where the entire town of
Portland waved "Bon Voyage!" to your package, on its way to you, in
our private CD Baby jet on this day, Thursday, May 31st.

I hope you had a wonderful time shopping at CD Baby. We sure did.
Your picture is on our wall as "Customer of the Year." We're all
exhausted but can't wait for you to come back to CDBABY.COM!!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Sigh...

--
Derek Sivers, president, CD Baby
the little store with the best new independent music
http://cdbaby.com cdbaby@cdbaby.com (503)595-3000

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Pre-Natal Bellydance Class? (X-Post)

Mahin — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 21:50:19 GMT

I had an inquiry today about pre-natal bellydance classes. Anyone know of someone offering this in the valley?

thanks,

Mahin

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OT: This made my day....

SashaD — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 02:56:32 GMT

For anyone else who can't stand Ann Coulter....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgSBhlw-o9E

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*Arizona Bellydancers UNcensored's topics - tribe.net

WEI Dance For Change!!!!!

New Pharos Pics

MECDA Fall Festival of Music & Dance Nov. 1

ONE WEEK AWAY!

Spammers!

Name your poison!

RANT!!!

Check out Pharos LIVE bands!

A Tap Solo...

Surgery. AW CRAP!

Amanda Rose will be teaching 3 different classes at the Mystic Jewell this summer!!!!!!

Would PHX Want Me Back?

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

Your response is appreciated

Just too stinkin' cute....

Need your help with an upcoming gig!

In case you missed my blog, I have a new crack addiction....

Bellydance Superstars in town

Belly Dance Gathering March 14

Thanks to all you Phoenix gals!!!!

The Bozman Cometh... AGAIN!!!

bellydance-UNcensored!

psssst.... "its" alive

The Violet Wing!!!! WOOT!!!!

Professional Costumes for Sale, Pretty!!!

Fun with Shot Glasses...

Hafla April 26th-27th

*STOLEN COSTUMES*... Reward!!

How about starting your new year off...

Pixie Pictures in Phoenix!

Anyone notice the new cover-boy?

I Love it That Jims Butt.......

Cyrcle At Bookman's

Just so nobody gets scammed.....

WOO HOO! Congrats and bellypraise to Efes and Gaby Tawil!!!

I wanna dance to drums like her when I grow up

Open Dance Thank Yous!

Best Dinner and Dancing....EFES!!!

It's State Fair time!

Phoenix Faerie Festival Fund Raiser Show this Saturday

Boom Boom Plus

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

Midnight Caravan Live Music and Dance Extravaganza!

Two Weeks at a Glance....Please not so many choices at once ......giggles

belly dance gathering Oct 5th Paper Heart Art Gallery

M.E. Dance Research Project

I will probably be resigning as volunteer editor of AZBDN

MECDA Picnic in Nov?? Who's in?

Open Spots for Open Dance - Thurs., Sept. 6th

Looking for Irish Dancers and Harp Player in AZ.

Diabolique performs in Oct

More Open Dances!

Star Trek??!!??

COME ONE! COME ALL!

all info for the AZBDN is on my website..www.lucylipschitzbellydancer.com

Natium's Spring Natyam II

AZ MECDA Summer Workshops - Aug 25th in Sedona

Make a Coin Costume WORKSHOP with AZITA!!

mmm...Media

Anybody have photos of Open Dance night????

Where's my Party Grrrrrlz?

Open Dance - Thank You!

Thanks

KAMI workshop in Mesa is canceled!

White Claws Music Video

belly dance gathering Oct 5th Paper Heart

Performance Lineup for Open Dance July 26th

I would like to stay at someone's house for a couple of nights in late July

Open Dance Night

Wednesday August 1st - "Cyrcle - The Drummer's Groove" Drum, Music and Dance Energy Exchange Circle

Early Registration for "GET BOZIFIED" Weekend Ends July 5

Cabaret Boheme Auditions

A Desert Knights CD...

Pre-Natal Bellydance Class? (X-Post)

OT: This made my day....

STOLEN COSTUMES... Reward!!