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Rosanna workshop and show in Ottawa Dec 12-13th!

oceanfire — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:35:52 GMT

Shakti fusion is thrilled to be hosting Rosanna for a two day workshop, Dec 12-13th in Ottawa! Space is already filling up pretty quickly, if you'd like more info o r to register, email me at leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca - this will be a similar workshop to her Toronto intensive, $170 for both days and $20 for our show at the Mercury Lounge.

Email me :)
No tribe please, I almost never log in...

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ATS/ITS Classes with Orkideh Serpentina (Toronto)

orkideh — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:23:34 GMT

Orkideh Serpentina, the director of the Serpentina North Ensemble, will be teaching an introduction to ATS/ITS for dancers who've always wanted to try this style and gain experience in group improv as well as for beginners to tribal bellydance.

Please bring dance attire - yoga pants or leggings with tank tops or fitted t-shirts and dance slippers/shoes (footwear optional).

Mondays til November 30
8:15pm-9:45pm

Habeeba’s Dance Studio
179 Dundas Street East (@ Jarvis)
$15 per class. Drop-in only; no class cards available at this time.

www.serpentinatribal.com

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ottawa-gatineau

spectrahoops — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:41:29 GMT

Any classes or workshops in Gatineau or Ottawa soon??

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Canadian Tribal Gallery - Photos only!

oceanfire — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:32:08 GMT

Hi guys, I used to change up the main photo every two weeks but tribe is sooooo sloooow, all the same I'm glad y'all are still hangin out here!

Anyways, gentle reminder that the purpose of the photo gallery is to post photos of we, the dancers, ads for events and promo flyers can go in the listings, I did keep the one of Rosanna with the Geisha Moth however that was cause it's the only photo we have of her on file and it's a nice one :)

For those still hanging out here, please post some new images of yourselves dancing in the various events going on, would love to keep the gallery minimally active at least!

Happy dancing!

Leslie

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ATS in Vancouver!!

Tonje — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 05:08:27 GMT

Belly Belly Hip proudly presents
FCBD General Skills January 22-24, 2010
& Teacher Training January 25 & 26, 2010
Urban Dance Company,
228-11121 Horseshoe Way
Richmond, BC

General Skills with Carolena & Megha:
$700 if paid in full by October 15, 2009
$750 paid in full by January 1, 2010
$150 deposit due upon registration
Maximum 20 participants, 15 hours of training
One day pass: $250/day, space permitting

Teacher Training with Carolena:
$700 if paid in full by October 15, 2009
$750 paid in full by January 1, 2010
$150 deposit due upon registration
Maximum 10 participants, 10 hours of training
For graduates of General Skills only

Email bellybellyhip @ yahoo.com for info!

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October Intensive Update

Rosanna — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:06:46 GMT

Hey guys,

Spaces are still available for my intensive October 23rd-25th. I've extended the early bird price of $240 for all 3 days until October 16th. After that you will have to pay the 1/2 day price of $45, or $90/day.

I would also like to clarify what will be taught. I pulled the workshop together to capture pretty much everything that I knew I wasn't going to get around to in weekly classes, with a hefty dose of drilling. Here's a clarification of how the individual sections differ from my weekly classes:

Friday October 23rd (Aurora Live Studios, 392 Queen Street E)
12-2pm: Yoga and fast technique.
230-430: Technique contin. and flexibility training
These are pretty much the only section where there will be some overlap with my Technique classes, but of course, we will be doing so much more drilling than we could possibly fit in in a 75 min class. More variations, different speeds, and lots of sweating. I will also be going into detail about the flexibility training method that I use. I will be explaining the biomechanical reasons why and how it works, how it was developed, and how to apply it to different stretches. This will not be covered in any weekly classes.

Saturday October 24th (Mad For Dance 263 Adelaide St. West)
1230-230: Fusion, movement invention, and creating choreography
This workshop is geared towards more intermediate and advanced dancers - those who either want to start choreographing or who want to improve their existing choreography skills. This will include exercises, demonstrations, discussion, brainstorming, and a LOT of personal feedback.

3-5: Flapper fusion
I will be teaching "That's a Plenty," the fast section from my performance at Tribal Fest 2008:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqG-7DNB1No
I have not taught this choreography before and will not be teaching it during weekly classes.

Sunday October 25th (Mad For Dance 263 Adelaide St. West)
12-2: Funk styles for bellydancers - Funkifying your bellydance and bellydancifying your funk.
"We will be going over how to utilize bellydance technique to create illusory effects in popping, contracting different muscle groups to create a hit, breaking down boogaloo rolls in bellydance terminology, and flipping arm waves inside and out. I will also be discussing different dance styles that are commonly performed with popping, and the distinction between popping and locking."

Although some of these concepts are referenced in weekly classes, and some individual moves may be used, I simply do not have time in 60 min to break them down and explain the differences systematically. Funk dance styles are very confusing, mislabeled, overlapping, and rarely taught in clear, safe, muscular basis. This workshop is an attempt to rectify that.

230-430: Slow technique and flexibility.
I will be incorporating elements of my yoga practice to create exercises to improve and practice balance. We will also be drilling moves EXTREMELY slowly, think eighth or sixteenth time.

I would also like to add that this may be a one time opportunity to take this workshop. At this point, I have no plans to repeat this workshop, and, may not be able to continue weekly classes. So, that being said, if you are interested, I recommend taking advantage of it now.

Any questions, please send me an email,

Love,

Rosanna
cleoflaptra@gmail.com
http://www.cleoflaptra.com

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Les Trib'elles ... one last time!

chanty_tribelles — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:25:24 GMT

Les Trib'elles will now part after 6 years of dancing together.

we leave in good term for new experiences.

thanks for being part of our fun!!

we dreamed of having a women's tribe, we did, we dreamed of a Tribal community in Quebec, we do, we dreamed of workshops and an annual event to meet with other tribal friends, we have Tribally yours that still we be held by Marthyna's oriental dance school.
we are blessed by all this !

come see us in our two last shows this October.

Chanty, Marie-Chantal, Dominique and Marthyna

11 octobre à Laval - Spectacle « Mirage » mettant en vedette Rachel Brice et Aziza
Salle de spectacle : 216 Marc-Aurèle-Fortin Laval, 20h * 25$ (pré-vente si payé avant le 1er octobre), 30$ (après 1er octobre)

24 octobre à Trois-Rivières - Souper & Spectacle « Les belles de la danse orientale »
La Rose d'Or, 1121 Sainte-Marguerite, Trois-Rivières; 17h * 35$

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Hipnotech!!!!! October 23rd in Toronto

Rosanna — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:44:11 GMT

Friday, October 23, 2009 at 8:30pm (1st bellydance set at 9:30, 2nd at 10:30)
Labspace Studio
2a Pape St.
Toronto, ON

Business as Usual proudly presents our inaugural bash: Hipnotech

featuring:

Rosanna McGuire [Business as Usual | www.cleoflaptra.com]

Rosanna returns to Southern Ontario after spending 2 years studying and performing in San Francisco. There, she studied with a who’s who of bellydance: Suhaila and Jamila Salimpour, FCBD, Jill Parker, Zoe Jakes, Rachel Brice, Mira Betz, Cera Byer, and Amy Sigil. In California, Rosanna also had the opprtunity to expand her movement repertoire outside of bellydance and into vinyasa yoga, breakdance, house, and locking. She is known for her unique interpretation of tribal fusion, incorporating elements of vintage jazz dances as well as hip-hop, while referencing traditional styles of Middle Eastern dance. Rosanna continually strives to dance outside of her own box and fully admits to having dance ADD.

Rosanna is also teaching a bellydancing workshop that same weekend. Weekly classes now being held in Toronto. See http://www.cleoflaptra.com/instruction.html for details!

Musical support from:

JD Mack [Business as Usual | Opulent Temple]

Opulent Temple heavy hitter JD Mack (aka Nick McAlister) steps in with his blend of bass heavy dancefloor stompers—everywhere from slamming breaks to slamming techno (see a pattern developing here?). Having played around the world, from Bondi Beach to Burning Man (alongside DJ Dan, Christopher Lawrence and Carl Cox to name a few), J.D. is once again getting ready to unleash the beast on Toronto’s unsuspecting victims.

G Cue [Raw Soul]

Gerard Valdez, aka G Cue, has been playing his own brand of chunky, funky house in Toronto and surroundings for years and is a major threat on the decks. Cofounder of the Raw Soul and a regular at underground house jams put on by Nine, Boogie Inc. and Bounce. Gerard has been djing for 16 years of his life, learning and being inspired by Toronto locals as well as visiting stars like Mark Farina and Derrick Carter. Gerard has also played the Harvest Festival, Promise Cherry Beach parties, Circa and Footwork, to name just a few of his musical appearances and milestones.

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Tickets $10 in advance at http://www.cleoflaptra.com/performance.html, more at the door, and reduced after the bellydance performance is over.

Questions? Contact Rosanna at cleoflaptra@gmail.com

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Sweatin' to the not-so-oldies: Classes with Rosanna!

Rosanna — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:52:51 GMT

STARTING NEXT WEEK!!!

Since I'm now north of the border, time to offer some classes! I'm offering technique classes separate from combo classes. This way dancers from any style can come and refine their technique and build stamina. Fusion combos is my own application of bellydance technique in crazy wonderful ways. Music and choreography will be extremely non-traditional.

I will also have some select goodies for sale(new, second hand, and hand made), some from SF and some from my closet.

Starts September 23rd at Aurora Live Studios 392 Queen Street E., Toronto (N. Side of Queen St.- 1 Block East of Parliament St.). We will be in the downstairs studio.
http://www.auroraliveinc.com

PLEASE - take off your shoes immediately when you enter upstairs. If there's a class in session, proceed quietly to the back of the studio to get to the stairs.

Wednesdays
6-715: Technique - All technique classes will be multi-level, with
different options given for each level. Students will be encouraged
to work at and push their own level with beginners focussing on
execution of single movements and more advanced students working on
speed, footwork, and layering. These classes will be geared to
drilling technique used accross bellydance styles. Please be prepared to sweat (towel, water bottle). Bring a yoga mat if desired.

More beginner students are encouraged to come to this class (but all levels will be
catered to).

715-830: Technique - Follows same format as earlier class, but with
different drills and variations.

830-930: Fusion combos - Fusion combos will primarily be hip
hop-bellydance fusion stuff (but may be something completely different...) and is geared towards people with prior bellydance and/or hip hop background. It will be dance-y dance-y and not drill-y drill-y.

Thursdays
6-7: Fusion combos

7-815: Technique

815-9: Stretching and Flexibility - Led stretching sequences to
improve flexibility. This class is meant to complement the work done
in the prior technique classes, ironing out tight muscles for the
weekend. Students are therefore encouraged to come to both. Please bring any yoga props (mat, blocks, strap).

Prices (cash or check only, can paypal in advance)
Technique (75 minutes) $15
Fusion combos (60) $12
Stretching and flexibility (45) $5 with previous class, $10 otherwise
(MUST come in warmed up)

Currently I'm not offering class cards. I'm not able to guarantee the
continuation of classes over the long term, so only drop ins are
available. If there is sufficient demand, I will offer longer term
packages.

- Rosanna
http://www.cleoflaptra.com
cleoflaptra (at) gmail.com

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IBCC 2010 Instructors: Mahmoud Reda, Khairiyya mazin, Sera Solstice, Amel Tafsout, Jillina & MORE!!!

Princess — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:14:54 GMT

Check out the amazing Featured Instructors lined up for the 3rd International Bellydance Conference of Canada (IBCC), sponsored by Arabesque!

IBCC 2010 Featured Instructors:
Khairiyya Mazin - Egypt - http://www.gildedserpent.com/cms/2009/08/10/habibaghawazi/
Mahmoud Reda - Egypt - http://www.safticraft.com/mreda.asp
Sema Yildiz - Turkey - http://www.semayildiz.com
Jillina - USA - http://www.jillina.com
Hadia - Canada - http://www.hadia.com
Sera Solstice - USA - http://www.boldbellydance.com
Amel Tafsout - Algeria/UK/USA - http://www.ameltafsout.com
Delilah - USA - http://www.visionarydance.com
Yasmina Ramzy - Canada - http://www.yasminaramzy.com

*SPECIAL IBCC full package rate: $499 until the end of September '09!

Past Registrants:
for every year you have attended the IBCC, you receive an additional $50 off per year

FULL CONFERENCE PACKAGE:
Includes all:
Workshops, Performances, Films, Lunches, Music Classes, Lectures, Specialty Classes, Debates, Vendor Bazaar, Programs, T-Shirt & Tote Bag!

CALL TO REGISTER: 1-416-920-5593

** We are over 50% sold at already -REGISTER NOW!

DANCE AND/OR SPEAK AT THE IBCC!!
APPLICATION FORMS:
Application forms for Speakers, Panelists, Film Artists, Main Stage performers and Open Stage performers available now!

form page 1: http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/arabesquebellydance/IBCCone.jpg

form page 2: http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/arabesquebellydance/IBCCtwo.jpg

http://www.bellydanceconference.com

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ATS Intensive in Marrakech with Valizan

Valizan — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:10:45 GMT

How much fun do you think you can stand? :D

October 2 – 10, 2009

Experience an unforgettable ATS dance intensive in exotic MARRAKECH with VALIZAN.

Discover the richness of Moroccan culture and join us as we journey to a city which has existed for over 1000 years.

Enjoy Valizan's dynamic teaching style and experience the powerful energy of dancers gathered together to move in unison. All levels of ATS dancers are welcome and your significant others too!

Round trip Air departures from Toronto and New York with accommodations in a beautiful, traditional style guesthouse. Daily ATS classes and group improvisational dance time. Welcome dinner party of traditional Moroccan cuisine and departing Hafla with live entertainment. Many historical attractions within walking distance. Guided shopping tours of the souks and more!

Please visit our website for details.
http://www.ATSdanceholiday.com

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Lava's Tribal Weekend in Invermere BC!!!

Lavastudio — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:41:18 GMT

Arabian Mountain Spice hosts Lava in a 2 day weekend of workshops and evening show in Invermere BC!!

A total all out FUN-FILLED "All things Tribal!" weekend in Invermere BC!!

We will tackle - wonderful training techniques fpr bellydance posture and torso control, from Lava's "Grounded Approach to Bellydance" Series, Serpentine Movement - Liquid Lava Moves, "Zills dat Killz" finger cymbal drills for bellydance, and Lava's "Sideshow Improv" - tribal fusion combos for Sisters of Alchemy Improv!!!

Sept.26 & 27 /09

for workshop and registration details

http://www.arabianmountainspice.com

or workshop details at

http://www.lavastudio.ca

hope to see you there!!

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Tribal Fusion Choreography Workshop - Vancouver BC!

Lavastudio — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 06:37:15 GMT

Yay, i'm holding another workshop this summer, in Vancouver BC!! ... and this time it is Tribal Fusion Choreography!!

I'll be doing a brand new piece that is blended with some Odissi-inspired movements - something I haven't done for a while, and miss very much!! ... and we'll still keep some of the fluid movement we had going last month at the Liquid Lava Moves workshop - now fusing things together for music interpretation! this is one of my fave things to do - can't wait!

hope you can make it!

Sun Aug.23/09
12 - 3pm
Scotiabank Dance Ctr.

for workshop details and registrations go to website:

http://www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

don't miss out!

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Intensive with Rosanna/Cleoflaptra

Rosanna — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 04:13:51 GMT

As some of you may already know, I'm moving back to the great white north in September. Since its been SOOO long since I've either taught or performed in Toronto and I've done SOOO much since I've been in San Fran, I've decided to pull together an extravaganza eleganza of dance madness. I'm packing in as much as possible into 3 days of teaching, as well as throwing a party with performances by moi, and beats courtesy of 2 of my favourite DJs, Nick McAlister and Gerard Valdez.

The details of the workshop have been sorted out and the schedule is as follows:

Friday October 23rd (Aurora Live Studios, 392 Queen Street E)
12-2pm: Yoga and fast technique.
Following a vinyasa warmup, we're going to drill drill drill. We'll be working on improving quality and speed of hip and upper body movements and adding footwork. Multiple level options will be given. Bring a towl and be prepared to sweat.

230-430: Technique contin. and flexibility training
More sweating. We will take advantage of our supple, warm muscles to safely and effectively increase our flexibility. We will be discussing techniques and practices specifically for helping those of us who were not born flexible!! Do you stretch and stretch but don't see any improvement? This is for you.

Saturday October 24th (Mad For Dance 263 Adelaide St. West)
1230-230: Fusion, movement invention, and creating choreography
We will be doing a combination of discussion and exercises on fusing dance styles, expanding your movement vocabulary, and creating solo choreography. Participants should bring "ideas in progress" for fusion, movements, and choreographies and be open to group discussion. This workshop is geared for dancers who either want to start performing solo, who want to improve their current solo choreographic work, and also for those who want to break out of using only a specific set of movements.

3-5: Flapper fusion
My dance-baby: a combination of vintage jazz dance and bellydance, completely fabricated from my own imagination. I will be teaching this style as an example of the principles discussed in the earlier workshop. Don't know what on earth this could be? See my video from Tribal Fest 2008:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqG-7DNB1No

Sunday October 25th (Mad For Dance 263 Adelaide St. West)
12-2: Funk styles for bellydancers - Funkifying your bellydance and bellydancifying your funk.
We will be going over how to utilize bellydance technique to create illusory effects in popping, contracting different muscle groups to create a hit, breaking down boogaloo rolls in bellydance terminology, and flipping arm waves inside and out. I will also be discussing different dance styles that are commonly performed with popping, and the distinction between popping and locking.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GYUOvjOlvg

230-430: Slow technique and flexibility.
This technique section will focus on drilling SLOOOOOOOWWWWWLLLLLLYYYY. We will also be doing yoga and other excercises to work on balance. We will end with more stretches (expanding on what we did on Friday).

430-5: Questions and wrap up

Cost
$240 before Sept 30
$275 after Sept 30

Send registration via paypal (fees included in cost above) to blueberrysouffle@hotmail.com Registration will shortly be available via my website. For snail mail registration, contact me for a mailing address. You can also register in person at my classes or events (such as Rachel Brice in Ottawa Oct. 9th).

Half/full day registration will be made available (space permitting) a week or two before the workshop. Class size is limited so register early to guarantee a spot. No refunds, but it is partially or fully transferable (ie. another dancer can take your Friday workshops if you can't make it).

Performance and Partay
Friday October 23rd 9pm till late
Featuring all new choreographies (none have ever been performed in Canada!!) and new costumes!! First set flapper, second set hip hop and techno, with of course, some bellydancing. AND!!!!! My favourite dj's, Nick McAlister and Gerard Valdez.

Location and details forthcoming.

Other news and events:
October 9th - Fall Fusion Cabaret, Ottawa
Rosanna performing in Ottawa at the Fall Fusion Cabaret, with Rachel Brice The Arts Court Theatre,
2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON
(contact Leslie for details leslie@shaktifusion.ca)

Classes in Toronto!! Wednesday and Thursday nights in downtown, starting around the week of Sept 21st. Keep an eye open for updates, send me a note to be added to my email list for first notification cleoflaptra@gmail.com

Classes in Ottawa!! - details TBA.

Want me to teach at your location?
I'm currently available to teach workshops, privates, and possibly weekly classes (depending on location). For a list of workshop ideas, as well as rates, please visit my website:

http://www.cleoflaptra.com

To be added to (or removed from) my email list, please drop a note to cleoflaptra@gmail.com

Cheers,

Rosanna

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IBCC 2010 Call to Artists and Register now!!

Princess — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:58:21 GMT

3rd International Bellydance Conference of Canada - April 21-25, 2010, Toronto, Canada!!

Do you think the 3rd Conference could be even more AWESOME?

You betcha!

DANCE AND/OR SPEAK AT THE IBCC!!
APPLICATION FORMS:
Application forms for Speakers, Panelists, Film Artists, Main Stage and Open Stage available now!

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form page 2: http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/arabesquebellydance/IBCCtwo.jpg

or we can e-mail or snail mail to you
info@bellydanceconference.com

REGISTRATION:
*SPECIAL IBCC full package rate: $499 until September 30 '09!

$599 until Feb. 28 '10
$699 Regular Rate

Regular Price: $699 for 5 Days & Nights of awesome Bellydance Mania
call: 1-416-920-5593 to register!

Past Registrants:
for every year you have attended the IBCC, you receive an additional $50 off per year

FULL CONFERENCE PACKAGE:
Includes all:
Workshops, Performances, Films, Lunches, Music Classes, Lectures, Specialty Classes, Debates, Vendor Bazaar, Programs, T-Shirt & Tote Bag!

no refunds

SEE THE IBCC WEBSITE:
http://www.bellydanceconference.com

JOIN THE IBCC FACEBOOK GROUP:
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Join us on facebook:

SEE THE IBCC SPONSOR, ARABESQUE, HERE:
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See us on YouTube:
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Follow Yasmina Ramzy on Twitter:
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elizabeth strong in nova scotia

Angela — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:44:33 GMT

still a few spots left for the elizabeth strong workhsop in bridgetown, NS -- july 25-26
see www.bellyzap.com for details or to register...

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ATS workshop with Katrina of Skin Deep!

Tonje — Fri, 22 May 2009 05:11:28 GMT

Belly Belly Hip presents:

A workshop and show featuring Katrina of Skin Deep Dance in Seattle,
an ATS Sister Studio

June 27th, 2009

Workshop: 10-2, at Ammara Dance, 40 6th St., New Westminster BC
Advanced ATS steps, formations and cues
(Some familiarity with ATS dance is recommended)
$65

Hafla: 7:30 at Moberly Arts Centre, 7646 Prince Albert, Vancouver
Henna and Tarot, come and dance!
$15 at the door

Contact bellybellyhip@yahoo.com for information/registration, or to sign up to dance at the Hafla

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introduction

Field — Thu, 21 May 2009 13:49:48 GMT

I'm new to your tribe so I'd like to introduce myself. My name is Field and I studied Egyptian style bellydance for about four years before I discovered ATS bellydance about a year and a half ago. It has become quite a passion of mine and I also perform with an ATS student troupe at events in the Toronto area. I have been sewing for many years so I am quite enthusiastic about the costuming aspect of the dance. I love to travel and I am interested in connecting with other dancers from all over. I'm thrilled that ATS has traveled to all parts of the world, too.
Last fall I had a brilliant idea which would combine my two loves. I began planning an ATS Dance Holiday in Marrakech, Morocco which I am hosting along with my instructor Valizan. So if anyone out there would like to study ATS while experiencing an exotic foreign land, please join us! It is open to all levels of ATS dancers. Please follow the link on my profile page or look for the event listing. Email me if you have any questions, or send me a friend request; since I am new to Tribe.net I don't have many friends here yet!
Best regards,
Field

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The Indigos Le Serpent Rouge in Bellingham Friday May 8th at the nite lite!

ZoeCablooey — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:24:13 GMT

Le Serpent Rouge: An Evening of Beguiling Dance and Strangely Familiar Music
Le Serpent Rouge is a wily half breed of vintage cabaret and old time music. Internationally renowned belly dance company The Indigo have charmed the hearts of princes and tramps alike, while The Crow Quill Night Owls and The Gallus Brothers have seduced the tympanums of thousands with their arresting interpretations of old timey country blues, jazz and pop. Sometimes enchanting, sometimes macabre, often raucous, but always delightful, this outfit breathes new life into the movement and spectacle of a bygone era in their new knockdown revue.

Current confirmed show details are as follows:

May 7 Sirens Port Townsend WA
May 8 Night Light Lounge Bellingham WA
May 10 Historical Armory Ashland OR
May 14 Broadway Studios San Francisco CA
May 17 Tribal Fest Sebastopol CA
May 20 Tractor Tavern Seattle WA
May 21 The Aladdin Theater Portland OR
May 23 Northwest Folk Life Festival Seattle WA
Please visit www.theindigo.net for more information.

Since the Indigo's inception in 2003, the company and its members have been seen throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia and Australia. The Indigo has toured extensively with The Bellydance Superstars, Lollapalooza, The Yard Dogs Road Show, and has performed at a number of festivals including the prestigious Glastonbury Festival. The Indigo has created and defined a new style of belly dance, embracing the roots of middle eastern dance while incorporating an aesthetic reminiscent of early twentieth century cabarets and world's fairs.

The Crow Quill Night Owls are submerged in the depths of old medicine show music like a serpent eating it's own tale,
playing a mix of 1920's jazz, jug band music, ragtime country blues, and minstrel songs gone feral.
Kit "Stymee" Stovepipe sings like the surface noise of an old 78 rpm record and picks a resophonic guitar like a broke down engine on rusty zig-zag tracks. while Windy City Alex shreds the tenor banjo and sings with a voice like piano notes gliding through the spokes of and old bicycle. The band is composed of part old instruments and part old junk, including tub bass, washboard, National steel guitar, banjo harmonicas and kazoos. They've indulged audiences all over the West Coast, from big concert hall to dusty street corner, playing the obscure songs of a forgotten America that sets people's toes to tappin'.

The Gallus Brothers play rollicking good country blues peppered with old rags, pre-war pop songs and dance tunes. Devin Champlin syncopates wildly on a reso-phonic guitar, while Lucas Hicks brings the music to a new level by playing percussion on a suitcase full of bones, bells, and antique tomfoolery. They have played up and down the west coast from festival stage to smoky bar, wooing crowds with their music, their humor, and their willingness to jump on a table, stand on eachother, and juggle while playing a good old tune from way back when.

www.theindigo.net

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Special Class May 2nd, Toronto

orkideh — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 15:49:40 GMT

I will be teaching a special 1 hour class at COBA at 1:40pm on May 2nd. It'll be an intro to ATS for a $5 donation. There will be other cool intro classes happening that Saturday as well, open to all!

COBA is located at 2444 Bloor West @ Jane on the 2nd Floor in Toronto.
www.cobainc.com

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Backward Bending Training - Specialty Classes

Lavastudio — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 20:31:49 GMT

3 nights of Backward Bending Training!! (Vancouver BC)

Mon. Mar.30 7:00 - 8:30pm
Tues Mar.31 7:00 - 8:30pm
Wed Apr.1 7:00 - 8:30pm

all classes @ Scotiabank Dance Ctr.
677 Davie St.

Skill level: Open to All (beneficial info for all levels from absolute beginners to experienced dancers)
Open to Any style

Each night will progress to the next, as we cover all areas involving Backward Bending in Bellydance.

Each night will include:

Specific yoga asanas for training
Isolation Drills for training
Movement breakdown and practice
Alternative executions of movements
Smooth movement Combos

Each night will build up to the next, to help take you through a smooth transition of deepening these movements, and give you a complete guide through Back Bending Motion.

all registration info is on my website:

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=41

Each night - $20.00 drop in fee
All 3 classes - $50.00 (paid by Mar.30)

*for paypal options email to :
lavastudio@live.ca

hope to see you there!
Lava

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Auditions for the Serpentina North Ensemble

orkideh — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:23:13 GMT

We are looking for a few new members for the troupe and will have open auditions on April 21, 2009 at 7pm in Toronto.
Details can be found on the site:
http://www.serpentinatribal.com

(And we just added some new photos too, videos to come!)

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NEW TRIBAL BOUTIQUE IN MONTREAL- SHAIMA BALADI

Shaïma baladi — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 13:38:35 GMT

New Tribal Boutique in Montreal. Just starting, so be aware of everyday new coming in tribal costume and accessories of all kind! Beautiful customs costume and hairfalls accessories. Kuchis, old coins, magnificent bras and tribal belts from Europe and USA. Go see our website: www.shaimabaladi.com and contact us via email or phone: 514-825-8929

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Question for dancer

Marie-Chantale — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:58:52 GMT

Hi!
I am about to open my online shop for dance and I would need to know about it more on you and your priority of dance to give you a perfect service.

Besides, you get the chance to win a prize!

Click on links according to: http: // www.saranardesign.blogspot.com/

Thanks you!

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"Zills dat Killz" - Pattern Drills & Floorwork Skillz - Finger Cymbal Workshop!

Lavastudio — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:18:56 GMT

another Finger Cymbal Workshop!

"Zills dat Killz" - Pattern Drills & Floorwork Skillz!

Sunday Apr.5/09

12 - 3:30pm
Scotiabank Dance Ctr.
677 Davie St.

A workshop for training to dance with your finger cymbals, and perfecting that layering skill.

Skill level - Open to All
Style - Open to any bellydance styles

This workshop is designed to take all participants through a progression of finger cymbal drills to learn with movement. We will start at the beginning and work our way to more advanced layering, patterns and moves.
The main objective of these finger cymbal workshops is to provide the students with practice techniques to take home and apply to your regular practice, or create your own practice. This workshop will have something for students of all levels, and all styles of bellydance.
Whether you want to dance/perform with finger cymbals accompanying your dance or not, this is still a great training tool to sharpen your musical/dance capabilities, and will always help your dance skills.
In this workshop, we will 'zill' our way through a progression of drills, followed by patterns and moves, and 2 combos - one with floorwork!
(All adaptable to whatever level you are at)

$45.00 - advance payment
$50.00 - at the door
$47.50 - paypal option

registration details on website - still some spaces left - sign up now!

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=40

this workshop is beneficial for anyone wanting to improve in zilling action with their moves, musicality and timing, layering skills, and learn some new patterns and ways of using them in combos.

for more info:
lavastudio@live.ca

hope to see you there!
Lava

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Tribally Yours 2009

Martine — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:06:52 GMT

Featuring Asharah, Kassar, Shades of Araby, Andrea Fryett, Catherine De Sève and Les Trib'elles in 16 hours of tribal and fusion classes, 2 spectacular shows and a wonderful bazar to find a rare diamond you are looking for. Tribally Yours is April 3-4 and 5 in Saint-Bruno, Quebec. Everything can be find on our website : www.lestribelles.com from schedule to how to reserve your show tickets. :)

See you there!

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ATS Class - Vancouver - Drive Dance Centre

Diane — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 06:43:45 GMT

American Tribal Style Bellydance beginners class at the Drive Dance Centre (1839 Commerical Drive) starting this Sunday (2:30 - 3:30) and running for five weeks.

The cost is $65 for those who pre-register and $70 on the day of - if space permits. To insure a space in the class, please call the Drive Dance Centre - (604) 762-4232.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Diane
Daughters of Devi - Mothers, Daughters, Sisters, Lovers

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Serpentina North Ensemble News

orkideh — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 02:55:43 GMT

Hello --

We haven't had a class series in a while, however, we will be auditioning new troupe members in April 2009.
Stay tuned on the site:
http://www.serpentinatribal.com

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Places to shop for Tribal Bellydance stuff in Saint John NB?

Lin — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:52:40 GMT

I have an opp. to go to Saint John NB in April and I wondered are their any shops that carry
Tribal Wear there../grin..more or less ATS../wider grin..appreciate any advice peace and shimmies Lin

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New boutique

Shaïma baladi — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:49:29 GMT

New Boutique Shaïma baladi North of Montreal
Belly dance costumes. We have tribal and Cabaret costumes as well as dance pants, skirts, tops, coins scarfs, silk veils and accessories to complete your own costume. Large variety of tribal jewellery and tribal belts, bras and more. Please visit our web site : www.shaimabaladi.com Weekly incoming ! Welcome every one! Fabulous prices! Claudie, owner.

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More photos pls!

oceanfire — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 23:48:57 GMT

Do any of you still hang out here?

Please post some more photos so I can change up the main pic every so often :)

dusty love

L.

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Shakti fusion on youtube

oceanfire — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 02:37:12 GMT

well, it has taken a while, but here we are in a theatrical fusion bellydance performance:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afXWMMa2DH4

Enjoy!

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SOA's "Tribal Soiree"

Lavastudio — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 21:58:31 GMT

Lava & Sisters of Alchemy presents...

SOA's "Tribal Soiree"!!!! - in Vancouver BC!!

just a reminder that the Tribal Soiree is coming up on Dec.16th!!! Don't miss out on this fun fun night of dancing together, and mixin it up Tribal Style! Some performances, and lots of "Everyone Dance" time! Contests, Prizes!! Good tunes, great dancing!!

Dec.16th
@ the Anza Club
doors open at 7:15pm
Showtime at 8:00pm

tickets - $15.00

Take this opportunity to try out your lead and follow skills, or try it for the first time!! It's for all of us!

all the details - www.lavastudio.ca

email to: lavastudio@live.ca

hope to see you there!!!

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MUST READ: Licensing for music

Valizan — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:37:50 GMT

Yasmina Ramzy posted this on the Raks Toronto e-mail list, and I'm cross-posting it here because it is fairly important.

SOCAN - Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada

IMPORTANT - A law has been passed that enables SOCAN to charge all dance and fitness teachers and dance schools to pay licensing fees to be able to use prerecorded music from anywhere in the world in their classes.

If a school pays, it covers the teachers who teaches for that school but not outside. For a freelance teacher, it will probably run about $64.00 a year.

Schools can be in the thousands of dollars. I have been involved in many discussions with SOCAN and Dance Ontario
who has been advocating on our (dance community) behalf for them to more lenient. They are going after big schools right now but very soon will try and get everyone even teaching in the Church basement. They say they will be sending spies into classes to catch teachers in the act who do not have a license.

After Dec.2, full details will be available but I am just giving you a heads up. It is because you as a teacher are benefitting from the hard work and creation of another artist, so the same way you pay for these rights in performance, you will now have to pay in class.

This is a world wide movement so it is not going away. Yes, it applies to Egyptian music but not to music created over 50 years ago. Live drummers improvising and piano players who play Bach are obviously except.

The fees will probably be based on numbers of students. Sorry, for the bad news but on the other had I guess we do want to support other artists.

Will keep you updated.
Yasmina

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ATS @ 45West - Vancouver

Diane — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 21:22:22 GMT

I just wanted to invite any ATS dancers to join me for weekly practice sessions.

Starting Saturday, December 13th I will be hosting weekly dance practice sessions from 2:00pm - 4:00pm each Saturday.

The location is 45West - at 45 West Hastings. The door is at the rear of the building, accessed through the back alley. There is a buzzer, if the door is locked, and my cell number is 605-809-5173 just in case the buzzer isn't working for some reason (there were a couple of weeks where it was broken this summer - so I just call if no one comes quickly to the door).

The cost is by donation - to cover the rental fee for the space.

Hope to see you there...

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Winter Sparkle Belly Dance Retreat with Audra

audracleopatra — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:36:52 GMT

Hosted at the beautiful Elmhurst Inn, join Audra as she and a small group of lucky ladies pamper and indulge themselves for a mid-winter weekend away filled with dance & great food all in beautiful surroundings.

Winter Sparkle offers participants intensive study in both the technical and creative aspects of belly dance. With her signature verbal breakdown Audra will guide drills and exercises that focus on refining isolations and movements. Hip, torso and chest movements will be the focus as well as development of arm and hand strength and refinement.

In addition, music interpretation and approaches to creating dances as well as applying emotional expression to dance will be investigated using solo and group exercises to various styles of contemporary music.

Winter Sparkle is a belly dance retreat that is open to all styles and all levels of dancers with some experience. It is not recommended for absolute beginners.

Register by December 19th and receive $25 off registration fees!
Payment of full or deposit qualifies for discount.
Discount applicable to private or double room choice

When: Friday, Feb 6 to Sunday Feb 8, 2009
Where: Elmhurst Inn, Ingersoll,, Ontario
90 minutes from Toronto, 30 minutes from London & Stratford, 45 minutes from Kitchener & Waterloo
From the 401, take exit 218 North (Cntry Road 19/Harris Street) and the Elmhurst Inn is on your right
The Elmhurst Inn is easily accessible using Via Rail and is located approximately a 5 minutes cab ride from the Via Rail station.

Winter Sparkle package with private room $575
Winter Sparkle package with double room $425 (maximum 2 people per room)
Winter Sparkle weekend package includes
2 nights luxurious accommodation
6 gorgeous gourmet meals
10 spectacular hours of dance
Winter Sparkle guests also can make use of the sauna, steam room and whirl pool (please bring bathing suits as these facilities are co-ed). Or if you'd like to indulge yourself even further, take advantage of the amazing spa facilities for a massage, mint wrap or facial. Please contact the Elmhurst Inn directly for details and to schedule an appointment.

Schedule:
Friday Feb 6
Arrival (check in any time after 2 pm)
8 pm - Gourmet dinner in private dining room

Saturday Feb 7
Elmhurst Breakfast Buffet
10 am to 12:30 pm - Class
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm - in class room lunch
1:30 pm to 3 pm - Class
3 to 7 pm - Free time
7 pm - Gourmet dinner in private dining room

Sunday Feb 8
Elmhurst Breakfast Buffet
Check out
10 am to 12:30 pm - Class
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm - in class room lunch
1:30 pm to 3 pm - Class
Return home

Double occupancy $425 (per person) - includes all taxes and gratuities
Private room $575 - includes all taxes and gratuities

Alcohol and applicable taxes & gratuity are not included
Workshop registration is non-refundable bu transferable. Participant is responsible for arranging transfer of registration.

Registration
http://cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?products_id=1363

1.800.431.0418 416.925.1638

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Looking for dance partner in Vancouver

Diane — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 01:34:37 GMT

Hey there,

I was hoping to find a dance partner here in Vancouver. I am going to be completing the General Skills with Carolena in Seattle in December and I really wanted to find a dance partner, someone interested in dancing/performing ATS according to Carolena's format.

Diane

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Elizabeth Strong in Montreal!

Angela — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 11:44:23 GMT

This is from Elizabeth Strong:

As was mentioned in the previous post, I AM going on the East Coast BDSS Tour through US and Canada late November into December. Thanks to all of you who have rooted for me along the way and helped make this possible!!

Meanwhile, back at the tour... I will be teaching a Turkish Roman Fusion workshop in Canada.

The details:

Collège Ahuntsic,
825 Émile-Journault (Émile-Jounault/St-Hubert),
Montréal, Quebec

November 29th
1-4pm

PRICE (I hope this is Canadian Dollars):
$75 advance (before Nov. 15th)
$85 after November 15th
_______________________________
If you do not know who she is, you are missing out! Check out her website -- www.strongdancer.com

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Tribal in Montreal's West Island...

Darkpath — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 02:04:06 GMT

I am new to the province and looking to take some tribal classes. Are there any classes or teachers in the West Island (I'm in Kirkland) that anyone would recommend?

Thanks!

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Kami & Rachel in Ottawa Nov 25th!

oceanfire — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 23:45:31 GMT

.....sold out!

I am working on adding another day (Monday 24th Nov) to this event to accomodate everyone - if interested in the workshops please email me at leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca :)

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Bellydance Quebec (New tribe!)

Elise — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 01:23:35 GMT

Hi everyone,
I've created a tribe called Bellydance Quebec.

(A little bit like Bellydance Toronto or Bellydance Vancouver, but about the province of Quebec!)

I think that staying informed about what's happening in the province is quite hard, that is why I've made that tribe!
It needs your participation to live and stay up to date! :D

Thanks!

http://tribes.tribe.net/bellydancequebec

(This post was mod approved!)

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UNMATA SHOW in Vancouver BC!!

Lavastudio — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 01:28:29 GMT

Lava presents...

UNMATA!!!! (from Sacramento Ca.)
in a fabulous evening show!

Nov.22/08
@ Scotiabank Dance Centre
(Faris Studio Theatre)

Showtime - 8pm

This is a fabulous and rare opportunity to see such an incredible talent LIVE and get even more excited about this dance we all love so much. Don't miss UNMATA! They always 'ROCK THE HOUSE!'

* if you haven't seen them before - youtube NOW!
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=unmata&search_type=&aq=f

for ticket purchase and show details go to:

http://www.lavastudio.ca/performances/?performance_id=26

for workshop info and registration go to:

http://www.lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=27

Still a few spots left in the workshops - sign up now!!

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UNMATA Workshop Weekend in Vancouver BC! - Nov./08

Lavastudio — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 08:17:22 GMT

Lava will be hosting the Fabulous Amy Sigil of UNMATA, from Sacramento Ca. for a 2 day workshop & show weekend in Vancouver BC, Canada!!

Nov.22 & 23/08!!!
2 days of extreme bellydance workshops and an evening show!!

...and "the Party" goes a little somethin' like this...

Saturday Nov.22 '08
11:30am - 3:30pm

Sigil School
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the teaching format of Amy
Sigil in this interactive split session with UNMATA. In the first
half of class, Amy will share her experience, ideas, and dance
doctrine—as well as answer your questions. In the second
half of class, you will get on your feet for a Sigil School
whirlwind demonstration. Tag words: warm-ups, transitions,
music, mixes, tempo, choreography, common vocab, work,
craft, drill, team, time, counting, working backwards, notes,
repetition, fellowship, and yes, you will sweat!

Sunday Nov.23 '08
11:30am - 3:30pm

Rocking the Tribal Boat
Jump in feet first into the UNMATA Sea of Bellydance Fusion! You will get wet - but let's see how many moves you can fit into your tribal boat. This workshop features some rowdy Sigil Signatures strung together with "make-sense" transitions. Take it all apart for choppy waters or string it together for smooth sailing

* Both days are held at
Scotia Dance Ctr - 677 Davie St
(Davie & Granville - downtown Van)

** First registration package deadline coming up - Oct.1'08!!!

for all registration details go to:

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=27

You don't wanna miss out on this fabulous event - it will BLOW YOUR MINDS!

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Tribal Classes with Orkideh Serpentina

orkideh — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:58:51 GMT

Class with Orkideh starts on Fridays, September 26-November 28
8-9:30pm
Tribal classes with Orkideh Serpentina
At COBA, 2444 Bloor Street West (@ Jane), 2nd Floor, Toronto, Canada
$225 for the series, $28 drop-in

http://www.serpentinatribal.com

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TORSO CONTROL TRAINING - A Grounded Approach to Bellydance Part 2!

Lavastudio — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:09:18 GMT

Wow, thanks to all you lovelies that came out for part 1 of this Series - I had such a great time sharing all this with you!!

And now for part 2!

* Part 2 can be taken on its own, if you missed part 1!

Sunday Aug.17/08

you can check the events listings and my website for all the details

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=33

* and for those of you wondering what's it all about - just ask some of those who came to part 1. we had a great day, and achieved some wonderful knowledge about ourselves!

Still some spots left for part 2 - sign up now!

hope to see you there!

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Finally got my "stuff" together . . .

Darcy — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 04:46:12 GMT

and after much prompting from fellow dancers I've finally got a website and I'm up on eBay.ca :) Sorry for the blatant "self-promotion" but I make tribal coin bras and cowrie hair falls. After finally getting (reasonably) organized, I've got a little website and I'm also going to try to sell on eBay. (I'm such a chicken. Perfectly happy to sell to my local gals here in the Peg, but it's time my little creations got to bloom and go to other wondrous places of the world! LOL ;))

So if you are at ALL in the market, I've got all my items listed on eBay.ca (Canadian site only, NOT U.S.) and my website is called "Nhazama Tribal Designs" (On eBay just punch in "tribal coin bras" or "cowrie hair falls". Oh hell . . . you're Tribal dancers!! You know how to use eBay!! LOL )

http://www.freewebs.com/nhazama/

Thanks!!
Darcy
(Prairie Caravan Tribal Bellydance, Winnipeg)

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Tribal fusion classes in Quebec city

Claudie-Alexandra — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 21:15:58 GMT

I'm doing modern egyptian bellydance for 4 years and would like to try the tribal fusion or ATS style. Is there any classes in Quebec city or its surronding?

Thank you

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WHISTLER TRIBAL WORKSHOPS with Lava!

Lavastudio — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:37:33 GMT

Lava's coming to Whistler and Pemberton to teach Tribal Style!

Friday Aug.8/08
Whistler BC

Saturday Aug.9/08
Pemberton BC

for all the workshops and registration details go to:

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=32

* Still a few spots left in both workshops - sign up now!

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Rosanna at TF2008

Rosanna — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:42:10 GMT

Just posted my performance on youtube...

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=mqG-7DNB1No

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New for Tribal & Alternative - TRIBALTRYST.com

Dunyana — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:41:11 GMT

Finally! A Fabulous Forum for tribal, alternative, fusion, goth . . .
TRIBALTRYST.COM
Tribal- Alternative- Fusion- Belly Dance- Forums and lots more!
Forums, Blogs, Swap Meet, Video, Audio, Picture Albums, Social Groups,
Private Messages, Polls,
Calendars, Auctions -- The Works! And more to come!
Join FREE. go to tribaltryst.com

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Need support from my Can Tribe folk!

Heather — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:19:51 GMT

Hey all!

So, I kind of decided to do something a little spontaneously. I am running for the Bad Knit Girl of July and could really use some tribal support. It's a pin-up type contest for bad ass knitters. If you win, you become the Girl of the Month and will be included in a calender down the line.

http://freakknitter.typepad.com/knit_girls/vote.html

I'm the last girl on the page, Heather/Maevan. Amusingly, I'm a close third to a fellow bellydancer! I want to represent the tattooed bellydancing craftly ladies of the world in the Bad Knit Girl calender.

Anyway, feel free to ignore this or delete it if you don't think it's appropriate. I figured there was no harm in asking :)

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A Belated Congradulations

Anne-Marie — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 05:23:01 GMT

To all of our Canadian representatives at Tribal Fest 8! I think we showed California that Canadian Tribal Girls truely kick butt!!!
XOXO
AM

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Khafif Workshop dates in Canada (x-posted)

Safiya — Tue, 06 May 2008 19:16:52 GMT

Upcoming 2008 Workshops with Neefa and Safa of Khafif, in Ontario & Quebec:

London, ON with Safa
May 17, 1-2 pm, Byron Library -- Introductory Bellydance

Toronto, ON with Safa
May 31, Arabesque -- time & topic TBA

Cambridge, ON with Neefa
June 29, Beehive Room @ Hespeler Arena -- 1-3:30pm, topic TBA

Montreal, QC with Safa
June 15, 3:30-5:30 pm -- Beautiful Bellydance- Graceful Technique and Lovely Stylings (Location TBA)

More details soooon, when Safa returns from Guatemala!!

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Neefa of Khafif: Workshop Details

Safiya — Wed, 21 May 2008 19:01:33 GMT

Traveling the Romani Trail

By request, Neefa will be focusing this workshop on one of her long-standing passions, the diverse and yet still connected Romani dance traditions which are at the heart of modern bellydance. Below is her class description and registration details. Hope to see you there!
~S~

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Traveling the Romani Trail
Known in the past as Travelers, Tinkers, and Gypsies, the people who collectively call themselves Roma have left their mark on culture, and have been impacted by the societies around them while still maintaining their identities. Come and learn dance movements from the Roma migrations as well as build cultural knowledge and increase your dance repertoire. Authentic movements from Rajasthan, Turkey, the Balkans, as well several other areas will be covered. Please be sure to bring along your finger cymbals/zills. For the ladies, a full skirt to dance in will also be helpful.
For more information about Neefa please go to: www.khafif.com/khafif/neefa.html and Khafif please visit www.khafif.com

Sunday June 29th, 2008
1-3:30
Cost $35
BeeHive Room at Hespeler Memorial Arena
640 Ellis Rd West
Cambridge, On (just off of Townline Rd and 401)
www.arenamaps.com/arenas/1505.htm

Please register in advance. Contact info@rhaehana.com or call 519-589-4802 to register or for more details!

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Dark Summer Intensives with Audra - July 2008

audracleopatra — Tue, 20 May 2008 20:34:11 GMT

Registration is now open for the Dark Summer Intensives with Audra

Dark Summer Intensive Workshops
Bring a touch of darkness to your July
Kick of the summer with a workshop in the most exciting and innovative style of belly dance by Toronto's foremost practitioner of the art.
Tribal fusion belly dance is often referred to as the darker side of cabaret. In this nine hour intensive with Audra, you'll learn the posture, movements and attitude that creates this stunning style. Isolations will be taught through demonstration and verbal breakdown in Audra's comprehensive and easy to follow format. The isolations will also be strung together into combinations and eventually into a complete dance to great music by the end of the intensive.
Each intensive is different, offering a focus on different movements & isolations as well as its own choreography.

Black session open to new students & those in Basic Black level at The Dark Side Studio
Wednesday July 2 through Friday July 4 - 6 to 9 pm each evening
$125 - pre-registration required - workshop limited to 12 participants

Violet session - open to Lavender, Turquoise and Magenta level students or Audra's approval
Saturday July 5 and Sunday July 6 - from noon until 4:30 pm both days
$125 - pre-registration required - workshop limited to 12 participants

Crimson session - open to Lavender, Turquoise and Magenta level students or Audra's approval
Monday July 7 through Wednesday July 9 - 6 to 9 pm each evening
$125 - pre-registration required - workshop limited to 12 participants

The Art of Cabaret workshop - for those with some belly dance experience - not suitable for absolute beginners. Ask if you're unsure!
Sunday July 13 - 11 am to 4 pm - ONE DAY ONLY
$75 - pre-registration required - workshop limited to 12 participants

http://cleopatrasbazaar.com/index.php?cPath=53

email audra@cleopatrasbazaar.com for more info

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Mira Betz comes to Calgary

Anne-Marie — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 18:23:56 GMT

The Bedouin Dance Company
Presents

Mira Betz
for Workshop & Performance
Extravaganza

The Show - Lower Hall*
Friday, May 9th
Intimate & Interactive
Doors @ 7:00pm
Show @ 7:30pm
TiX $20 in advance

The Workshops - Upper Hall
Saturday May 10th

10:00am - 12:00pm

The Art of the Shimmy:

An exhilarating and challenging workshop, designed to be accessible to all levels, but to be indispensable to the intermediate and advanced student. This workshop, hailed for its blood pumping drills and mind-bending layering, will lead the students through a step by step approach to 4/4 shimmies, the freeze, and the techniques of layering shimmies and isolation.

12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch

1:00pm -3:00pm

Hot Technique and Combinations:

An exhilarating and inspirational workshop, designed to be accessible to all levels, with a playful array of drills, combos and hot new moves. Through a series of technical drills and improvised combos students will engage in such topics as dynamic phrasing, musicality, personal expression and the art of creating your own combos.
Cost: Early Bird Special- Ends March 31st- $85.00 / both workshops
After March 31st- $50.00/ workshop

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International Bellydance Conference Of Canada Feedback!

Valizan — Fri, 02 May 2008 17:28:08 GMT

While you are still feeling the IBCC goodness, how about sharing your joys with us by dropping us a line on the conference feedback page?

http://www.bellydanceconference.com/feedback.htm

Love Amy Sigil? Tell us!
Go bonkers for Bozenka? Tell us!
Did Nath Keo make you nutty? Tell us!
Love Asha drinkin' and spinnin'? Tell us!
Lava doin' a can-can got you excited? Tell us!
Want to take Aida Nour and Tito home in your handbag? That's kidnapping and we can't sanction that... (but tell us!)

Were there things you thought we could improve? Things you'd like to see? Let us know and we'll try to do better next time.

Valizan
Sore, tired, happy, sad, energized all at the same time. Glad its over, wish it weren't over.

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new tribe: Kootenay Entertainment

Leah — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:40:45 GMT

Everyone is invited to visit and participate in a new tribe.
http://tribes.tribe.net/kootenayentertainment
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Leah

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IBCC individual workshop on sale now! Don't miss Amy Sigil!!

Princess — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:56:47 GMT

Full IBCC Package Price: $699
Individual Workshop Prices:
$65 ea- Aida Nour or Tito
$55 ea- Two Hour Workshop
$45 ea- 1.5 Hour Workshop

Workshop Schedule:
Thursday April 24:
9:00-10:30 Nath Keo, 11:00-1:00 Aida Nour, 2:00-4:00 Mayyadah & Amir, 4:30-6:30 Tito

Friday April 25:
9:00-10:30 Ferda Bayazit, 11:00-1:00 Tito, 2:00-4:00 Bozenka, 4:30-6:30 Aida Nour

Saturday April 26:
9:00-10:30 Lopa Sarkar, 11:00-1:00 Aida Nour, 2:00-4:00 Amy Sigil, 4:30-6:30 Bozenka

Sunday April 27:
9:00-10:30 Amy Sigil, 11:00-1:00 Aisha Ali, 2:00-4:00 Yasmina Ramzy & live musicians, 4:30-6:30 Tito

To Register:
Call: 416-920-5593
You can pay over the phone with a Visa or MasterCard

* No refunds or transfers

Day Pass for Seminar Room: $35 - on sale now!
(includes all Lectures, Films, Panel Disucussions, Open Stage Performances, Music Classes and Specialty Classes)

Tickets on sale now!!:
Gala Stage, Re-Mix 2007, Main Stage 1, Main Stage 2
$25-$35 (or all four shows for $95)
available at: www.totix.ca

More info:www.bellydanceconference.com

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The Fusion Cabaret show featuring Moria in Ottawa!!

oceanfire — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 02:36:46 GMT

The details for our May 3 show are finally up! We are really looking forward to having Moria here in Ottawa!

- - -
Saturday May 3rd, 2008
The Arts Court Theatre, 3rd Floor, 2 Daly St, Ottawa
Doors 7pm, Show at 8pm

Shakti fusion bellydance presents an evening of Fusion Cabaret featuring Moria of Bellydance Superstars!

Our special guest performers for the evening are:

Andrea Fryett (Montreal)
Dollhouse Dance Company (Ottawa)
Ethereal Tribal (Montreal)
Kristoff (Joliette)
Leslie (Ottawa)
Soraya (Joliette)
Shakti fusion (Ottawa)

Doors open at 7 for a one hour reception featuring refreshments and music by Travino.

Show begins at 8pm and includes about 80 minutes of performance and an intermission.

TICKETS:

$20 in advance
$25 at the door

Available through Leslie.

Please EMAIL me:

leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca
Or call 613-296-2810

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Tribal fusion classes in Ottawa!

oceanfire — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 18:49:36 GMT

Hi folks,

My spring session is finally rolling around, starting a bit later then expected, but here it is :)

There may be some dates away when we will reschedule classes - these dates are TBD at the moment but I'll advise you as soon as I know.

Please register in advance to confirm your spot!

Leslie

- - - -
Tribal Fusion classes with Leslie
www.shaktifusion.ca

***The relocation of Makin' Moves has been temporarily postponed, so we are going ahead with our session. Should they move during the session we will take a week off to accomodate the relocation :)

Tribal fusion technique and drills
Tuesdays 8-9pm
1196 Bank St (Makin Moves Studio)
$100 for 8 week session
Starts April 8th

Fridays 7-8pm
Next Level**
1196 Bank St (Makin' Moves Studio)
$100 for 8 week session
Starts Friday April 11 (Leslie may be away a few Fridays TBD)
**you MUST have previous experience with tribal fusion to take this class, including classes with Leslie or workshops with other tribal fusion instructors.***

Tribal fusion technique and drills
Fridays 8-9pm
1196 Bank St (Makin Moves Studio)
$100 for 8 week session
Starts Friday April 11th (Leslie may be a away a few Fridays TBD)

Limited space in all classes!
To register contact Leslie:
leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca
or 613-296-2810

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More fo-tos please....!!!

oceanfire — Mon, 27 Mar 2006 22:27:16 GMT

...it's that time again.

I'm running out of pics to rotate! What with the Trib'elles show and workshop, I know there must be some new photos out there all ready for upload.....soooooo....let's have 'em!

your friendly moderatrix,

Ocean fire

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Belly dance cruise w/Kami Liddle, Samantha Riggs, & Ava Fleming Dec 6-13,2008

Mek — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 03:50:11 GMT

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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IBCC 2008- program advertising opportunity!

Princess — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 17:47:32 GMT

Hi everyone! Just a reminder that we still have advertising space available in the IBCC 2008 (International Bellydance Conference of Canada) program!!

This program will be distributed to over 3,000 Bellydance enthusiasts who have traveled across the world to attend the IBCC!

Advertise your:
Tribal gear, Events, Boutique, Website, Classes, Troupe, Costumes … and more!!

Check out our advertising rates in the photo section of this group under the album “IBCC 2008”

Deadline: April 10, 2008!
Format: JPG or PDF

Rates:
¼ page black and white – 3”x3.75 - $150
½ page (horizontal) black and white – 6.25 x 3.75 - $275
Full Page (back and inside covers available) black and white - 6.25 x 7.5 - $475

For more information, please contact us at:
info@bellydanceconference.com

www.bellydanceconference.com

Cheers,
Mel

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Spring Tribal Drilling Classes!

Lavastudio — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:54:33 GMT

With all the broken up weeks in the sessions from the traveling I'm doing this spring, I thought I would hold a week of drilling classes in between the winter & spring sessions. I'll post the details on my website

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=30

these will be straight drilling technique and moves practice - all levels mixed each night!
3 nights to sweat, sweat, sweat!

hope to see you there!

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Carolena Nerricio workshops on sale now!

Martina_BellyFringe — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 04:44:50 GMT

Ok the workshops are open for sale...

heres the info...

Carolena Nerricio

Belly Belly Hip and
Bellyfringe Bellydance presents:

Carolena Nerricio
for two days of workshops!

May 24 and 25, 2008
10-2pm at the Scotia Dance Centre

Total hours: 8
Total cost: $180.00
Convenience charge applies when paying by PayPal.

www.bellyfringe.ca/events/

also the show!!

The Silk Tassel Cafe

Belly Belly Hip and
Bellyfringe Bellydance present:

The Silk Tassel Cafe
Starring:
Carolena Nerriccio

With special guests:
Sisters of the Alchemy
Turquoise
Belly Belly Hip
Absynthia
and more!

May 24, 2008
Show starts at 7pm

Scotia Dance Centre
677 Davie Street
Vancouver, BC

Tickets $40
Convenience charge applies when paying by PayPal.
www.bellyfringe.ca

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Reminder - Tribal Pura April 5th and 6th in Saskatoon

Jen — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:11:25 GMT

Hello Dancers!

Just a reminder that the Tribal Pura workshop is now only a short month
away! If you are interested in attending, please get your registration
in as soon as you can. A big thank you for those that have already
registered! Workshop information is posted at this website:

http://members.shaw.ca/SaskatoonTribal/home.html

See you Soon!

Jen.

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Shakti fusion presents Moria in Ottawa May 3-4!

oceanfire — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 01:42:03 GMT

We're excited to welcome Moria to the Nation's Capital for a weekend workshop and show, May 3-4!

Moria will be teaching technique and combinations I believe in her infamous 'Bellydance Bootcamp' style. And I tell you, it is one hell of a workshop. I had the good fortune to take a class with her near Toronto last year and she is a fabulous and challenging instructor.

The workshops are four hours each Saturday and Sunday, though we are still hammering out the exact times with the studio, it should be between 12-5ish each day.

Location is 151 Chapel St and we are hosted by both Swing Dynamite and Dancestudios.ca.

The show will also be in a downtown location with a licensed area which we are working on confirming.

Workshop registration $150 both days, $85 one day only, show tickets $20 each.
Space is limited to 30 people. Vending by BDSS and Shakti fusion only.

Featured performers at the moment include Moria Chappell, Shakti fusion bellydance, and our guests Ethereal Tribal (Montreal) and Dollhouse Dance Co (Ottawa).

To REGISTER!!!

Please contact me at leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

And keep checking my website for more updates on the event!

www.shaktifusion.ca

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going to IBCC?...

Lavastudio — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 20:14:12 GMT

any tribal-ladies going to the IBCC? I'll be there to perform on the Mainstage, but I've never been to Toronto or IBCC before - who will I see there - please someone introduce yourself, I'd love to know some of you Toronto lovelies!!!
You have to go - Amy Sigil will be there!!!!!

Lava :)

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My website launch!

oceanfire — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 06:08:24 GMT

Hey, when we had Orkideh Serpentina up to teach us the other day, we also had my website launch party at the show! After lots of hard work, my site www.shaktifusion.ca is official! I'll probably be making changes and updates for a while to come but it is ON!

much love to everyone who came out to celebrate!

:)

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inversion: rewind - tribal/alternative show - april 19/Toronto

audracleopatra — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 14:06:34 GMT

Inversion: Rewind
An evening of tribal and alternative belly dance

featuring
Audra
Ioana
Lavish Dance Company
Lisa Webb
Maryfer
Orkideh
Shantell
Zahira

Saturday, April 12, 2008
St stephens in the fields church
365 College St, Toronto

Doors 7:30 pm show 8 pm
Tickets $20

Details & tickets
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=54&products_id=1289

416.925.1638 1.800.431.0418

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Serpentina workshop in Ottawa!

oceanfire — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 02:09:32 GMT

Shakti fusion bellydance welcomes Orkideh Serpentina to Ottawa for a 1 day workshop and show! All information below......

FEBRUARY, 16, 2008
Shakti fusion bellydance presents:
Tribal fusion workshop (and show) with Orkideh Serpentina (NYC)

151 Chapel St at dancestudios.ca
2-5pm
$60

About Orkideh Serpentina:

Orkideh Serpentina is one half of the dance duo Serpentina, based in NYC. Orkideh and her partner Joanna began dancing together when studying with Sarah Johansson Locke (formerly of Gypsy Caravan, Portland, OR) and Susan Frankovich (Bellyqueen, NYC). They performed with Sarah Johansson Locke's troupe, Alchemy Tribal Collective, and eventually began to perform as a duet. Serpentina continued to develop their own style, fusing their background in traditional bellydance with tribal fusion, Classical Persian and Indian dance styles (bhangra, Bollywood and kathak.) Serpentina performs within the tri-state area including spots in New York City, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and Northern New Jersey.

During her time in Ottawa, Orkideh will share with us original combinations and technique for floorwork. We are also fortunate to feature her as a performer at Tribal Alchemy.

To Register contact Leslie:
leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca
or call 613-296-2810
FEBRUARY 16, 2008
Shakti fusion bellydance invites you for an evening of tribal fusion performance at:
A DarkerTribal Affair

Featured guest performers are Orkideh Serpentina (NYC), Shadia, Oksana, Raks Jaded, Analae, Leslie and Shakti fusion bellydance. Together we will explore the darker side of bellydance with unique and original performances.

This event is also Leslie's official Website Launch Party! Come and celebrate with us!

Hors d'oeuvres to be provided for your tasting pleasure.

Saturday February 16th, 2007
The New Bayou - 1077 Bank (at Sunnyside in Old Ottawa South)
doors open at 7, performances at 7:30
$20 in advance, or $25 at the door.
19+

For tickets, please contact Leslie:

leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca or call 613-296-2810

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URBAN TRIBAL workshop with Heather Stants

LauraHagglund — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 16:25:27 GMT

She'll be here in two weeks!

Heather Stants of Urban Tribal Dance Company in San Diego will be in Toronto on March 2, 2008 for a 4 hour workshop full of all her slinky goodness! 2 hours of slow and slinky moves and 2 hours of fast and funky combinations. A fabulous way to expand your tribal vocabulary for soloists and troupes

Check her out on EVOLUTION: Tribal Fusion Bellydance Performances, and on the new BELLY DANCE SUPERSTARS Tribal Fusion dvd!

WHEN: Sunday March 2, 2008. 11am to 4:00pm
WHERE: The Dark Side Studio / M-Do studio 355 College st, 2nd floor, Toronto
HOW MUCH: only $85

To REGISTAR contact me at laura.hagglund@gmail.com. Only a few spots left!!!

Heather Stants is a life long artist and dancer with a degree in photography and fine arts. Her explorations in tribal bellydance began over eleven years ago when she became the assistant director of ReadMy Hips* (www.readmyhips.com) in Chicago, Illinois. In 1999 Heather moved to San Diego, California and formed Urban Tribal Dance Company.

Heather's diverse movement and arts background feeds her creativity and her innovative approach to choreography. Urban Tribal Dance Company is known for it's contemporary approach to the dance, a pared down costume emphasizing body movements over ornamentation, athleticism and the use of the dance form as a means of personal expression and interpretation. Their creativity has twice earned them the title of "Troupe of the Year" in Zaghareet! Magazine's Golden Belly Awards. In addition to teaching several weekly classes in San Diego since 1999, Heather Stants and Urban Tribal Dance Company have been touring extensively since 2004 sharing their love of modern tribal bellydance with dancers in the U.S. and abroad. Urban Tribal Dance Company is widely recognized as one of the top tribal fusion pioneers.

Read more about Heather Stants and Urban Tribal on their site:www.urbantribaldance.com and on their tribe: urbantribaldance.tribe.net.

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TY08 - latest news

Martine — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:55:09 GMT

Heya! TY08 is coming, less than a month! Here are the latest news!

Workshops:

I still have room on Sunday. For Saturday and the VIP room, there only a few spots left. Don’t miss out on your chance to learn from great tribal and fusion teachers. This is your only chance to get 8 professional classes in one week-end!

Show: Hafla on Friday night

I don’t have all the confirmations from our dancers, but I can say it will be great! We are pleased to present great dancers, creating their style, exploring and having a blast. I can announce the following: Les Shuvanies, Tribu Ghabal (Trois-Rivières),
Zoukra (Montréal) et Leslie (Ottawa). When I have all the confirmations, I will announce the others. Bare in mind it is a smaller venue, only 10 tickets left. We will enjoy the show, have mint tea and share a good time. 

Show: Gala on Saturday night

Tickets will be available on Monday, it is time to act! TEACHERS, buy 6 tickets and yours is free. I will announce in a week or so the complete line up for that evening. Remember, we have Kajira et Seba de Blacksheep Bellydance (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccMLhM75NSQ), Unmata
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fY83aFzK3x8) et Bellyqueen
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xY3XJxhiW3g).

After show party:

We wanted to end the evening on a casual note and have fun meeting new people and sharing ideas. After the show, you are invited to stay with us to talk, eat, drink and dance with the fabulous music of our musicians jamming the evening away. Bring your belt, tabla, zills, sagats!!!

Bazar:

There will be a bazar on Saturday night. Come visit our tribal souk and make a wonderful discoveries, find great tools for your technique. We will have different vendors on site!

I think that is all for now. If you have questions, please do ask them!

Marthyna :)

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ZILLS DAT KILLZ (Intensive) Finger Cymbal Workshop!

Lavastudio — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:36:35 GMT

My next ZILLS DAT KILLZ workshop is coming up!!!

Sun FEB.17/08
12 - 3pm
Scotia Dance Ctr. - 677 Davie St.

* These finger cymbal workshops are designed to be beneficial to bellydancers of any style, any skill level.

* Finger Cymbals are not only a wonderful accompaniment to Bellydance, but also it is a fabulous tool for learning musical timing and layering. So, whether you dance/perform with them regularly, or not, these workshops are meant to help everyone with hearing/feeling their music, their timing, and learn, practice & perfect the exciting art of Finger Cymbals. It is always a pleasure to experience someone dancing and using finger cymbals well, plus it is a wonderful talent to be able to make your own music, should you need it!
* This is also an excellent tool for training your body to layer movement - and many have found it to be a pivotal point in their layering abilities.
* PLUS - this time we will also work on patterns/combos, and put them into a piece of choreography!!!

* for workshop & registrations details - http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=26

or PM me for any questions.

This may be the only workshop I get to do for a while, because of travelling, so I'm hoping as many of you as possible who have been asking about these finger cymbals workshops can make it!!!!

thanks, hope to see you there!
Lava

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Tribal:Pura is coming to Saskatoon April 5th and 6th, 2008!

Jen — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 00:22:23 GMT

Hello Dancers!

I am so excited that this is happening! Carolena Nericcio and Megha Gavin will be in Saskatoon, SK in early April for the first ever Tribal Pura workshop in Canada. You can view the website here:

http://members.shaw.ca/SaskatoonTribal

Please feel free to give me a shout with any questions!

Thank you,
Jen.

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Which Bellyqueen are coming to TY08?

Martine — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 19:02:06 GMT

I just received the confirmation, here are the list of the wonderful 7 Bellyqueen coming to TY08 :

1. Kaeshi
2. Amar Gamal
3. Anasma
4. Elisheva
5. Sandralis
6. Cara
7. Irina.

Bellyqueen are known for bellydancing, but they are FUSION QUEEN for me. I have been admiring them for a long time. They have a strong oriental technique, but they learn new techniques and disciplines - and create unique choreography with no bounderies. And they are wonderful women too... it will be great to have them! :D

Here are some links to discover them a little more...

Kaeshi : http://youtube.com/watch?v=xY3XJxhiW3g
Anasma : http://youtube.com/watch?v=VvNY54JO7zQ
Sandralis : http://youtube.com/watch?v=n-Y36CX01y0
Clip promo (un peu de tout) : http://youtube.com/watch?v=C63t_8gW4yg

I won't tell you everything, but they prepared a lot of new choreographies for TY08. They will present some tribal fusion, bellypopping, drum solo (the same she will teach us on sunday!), etc.

M :)

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TY08 - Sunday à la carte!

Martine — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 19:23:33 GMT

Hello again!

We have room on Sunday for TY08 so we decided to offer classes "a la carte" to those who could not attend a full day. :) You can choose what you need, each class are 45 $ (taxes included) for 90 minutes + a questions period.

9 - 9:30 Registration
9:30 - 11 Bellyqueen—Tribal Fusion Drum solo « special K »
11 - 11:30 Break
11:30 - 13 Unmata—The fast and the Furious
13 - 14 Lunch
14 - 15:30 Kajira—Hand percussions
15:30 - 16 Break
16 - 17:30 Les Trib’elles—Tribal fusion choreography

Bellyqueen will teach the Tribal Fusion Drum solo “special K” that they danced on saturday night. :D

“UNMATA, The Fast & The Furious”: This intense workshop focuses on fast! Amy will lay down the stylistic foundation and technical breakdown for UNMATA’s awe-inspiring omis, ferocious shimmies, and bad-ass body pops. Each movement will include “transition-training” so it can be used alone or linked with other movements to create a short choreography. UNMATA is known for beat-your-butt drilling and technical obsession, so bring lots of water and come prepared to sweat!

Kajira will teach hand percussions in Tribal (zills, sagats, Turkish spoons…) and how to dance AND play at the same time in a appropriate manner. A wonderful and fun workshop! Kajira will have some turkish spoons to sale...

With help from my troupe mates Les Trib'elles, I will teach a wonderful tribal fusion sword choreography with flavor from India and Turkey. Forget about technique and trying to impress everyone with your prouwess, we will work on dancing WITH a sword as an extension of us.

Let us know at tribelles@hotmail.com to reserve a class or two! or three!

M :)

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New EMP Titles Available for Pre-Sale

Jeremiah — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 03:43:09 GMT

Here is the latest pre-sale info on these new titles from EMP.

Eastern Expressions 3: Asahi by Ruben van Rompaey, release date March 26. The third release from this percussion master, Asahi suprises with melodic instruments and incredible vocals from guest musicians. One of our favorites is track 2 where Ruben says the rhythm, then plays it. Incredible stuff! "Dum ta dum ta dum ta dum ta tekididi da!"
To pre-order EE3: Asahi, click here: http://secure.infinities.com/commerce/empcds/onlinestore/detail.cfm?ID=eve24&storeid=1

This title is available for $14 when you pre-order by March 1!

In more news about Ruben, he will be returning to Japan this April for more workshops and incredible performances. To see some video of him in Japan this past November and keep up with his happenings, visit him on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/rubenvanrompaey

Opium Head
We are ecstatic to announce the release of the Opium Head Special Limited Edition 2 CD Set by Solace. Scheduled for a May 20, 2008 release, this full length album includes a bonus disc of music that will only be available with the limited edition Opium Head, and arrives in premium special packaging, complete with exclusive artwork. The gorgeous Rachel Brice graces this albums cover. Jeremiah is extremely happy with the look and feel of this release and he can't wait to share it with you! (We tried to say limited edition and special a couple of more times in this paragraph, but just couldn't do it.) Check out the new song “Lost Children” on the Solace Myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/soundsofsolace

Opium Head will make its debut at Tribal Fest in Sebastepol, California. You may pick it up at the event by placing "pick up at Tribal Fest" in the special note section of your pre-order. Special Pre-order pricing of $27 (regularly $30) is available until May 1. Pre-order it here: http://secure.infinities.com/commerce/empcds/onlinestore/detail.cfm?ID=6961176748&storeid=1

More Opium Head News: The single, "Sleeping Sober" is being used in one of the Tribal sections of the Belly Dance Super Stars show. Thanks to RB for sharin' the love!

Bound To Earth: Strange Flesh 2
The follow up to the well recieved Strange Flesh is tentatively scheduled for a May release. Bound to Earth will feature exclusive tracks from Solace, Shiva in Exile, and Christian St. Claire, as well as tracks from Projekt Records Black Tape for a Blue Girl, Khvarena and Rajna. Stay tuned for photos from the upcoming photoshoot with Gothic Bellydance's Enchantress, Ariellah, featuring the clothing of Skin Graft Designs.
Old Time Favorites: $12!
Get your love (or yourself!) the treat of heartfelt music this Valentine's Day.

Shimmer Sustain by Maduro
Eastern Expressions 2: Gomera by Ruben van Rompaey
Strange Flesh Various Artists
Click here for EMPs Storefront.: http://www.empcds.com/store.html

Where will EMP and Solace be?

February 9 @ Gothla in Fullerton; info@gothla.com EMP Reps will be on hand to help you find the perfect music for whatever your next project is!

February 9 @ Day of The Dance in Palmdale; http://www.freewebs.com/dcmecda/ Jeremiah teaches Rhythm Compositions for percussionists! We'll also have your fave CDs available!

February 11 Photo Shoot @ Ryan Beck Photography with Ariellah for Bound to Earth

February 22-24 @ Tribal Con in Atlanta Georgia; ziah@tribalcon.com We'll be hawkin' the wares and spreadin' the love at one of our favorite events!

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Tribal costume studio open for shopping!

Witchazel_Design — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 20:34:43 GMT

Witchazel Design is now located at The Beaumont Studios!
I have a working studio space, and will be open **by appointment** for shopping!

WITCHAZEL DESIGN
Studio 1, The Beaumont Studios
316 West 5th Ave
Vancouver, BC
V5Y 1J5
(Please email me at witchazeldesign@gmail.com or PM me to set up an appointment.)

**Particularly exciting is that I share the studio with MIMI"S CAULDRON (Shelley)! Beaded jewellery and paintings!**
COME SEE US BOTH!!

Check out Witchazel Design on Tribe:
people.tribe.net/witchazeldesign
tribes.tribe.net/witchazeldesign

Check out Mimi's Cauldron on Tribe:
people.tribe.net/mimiscauldron
tribes.tribe.net/mimiscauldron

Hope to see you at the studio!
Shana

WITCHAZEL DESIGN
people.tribe.net/witchazeldesign
tribes.tribe.net/witchazeldesign

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IBCC Sale-only 3 days left!!

Princess — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 18:16:57 GMT

Reminder: the Early Bird deadline for the IBCC 2008 is January 31!!

IBCC 2008 Featured Instructors:
Tito- Egypt
Aida Nour- Egypt
Amy Sigil of Unmata- California
Bozenka- Florida
Aisha Ali- California
Mayyadah & Amir- Germany
Lesya Starr- Spain
Nath Keo- British Columbia
Yasmina Ramzy-Ontario
Ferda Bayazit- Turkey/British Columbia

IBCC 2008, April 23-27, 2007
4 days of Dance Workshops, Performances, Lectures, Films, Panel Discussions, Music Classes and Parties!!

Register Now for $599 until Jan. 31/08!
* All IBCC 2007 registrants receive $100 off!
Call: 416-920-5593 to register

Our Sponsors:
Arabesque, Bhuz.com,
Gilded Serpent, Mid-Bits!, MEDA
Toronto Arts Council ,
Turquoise International

www.bellydanceconference.com

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Marthyna's school calendar and update on TRIBALLY YOURS 2008

Martine — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:44:29 GMT

Happy new year to all! Lots of shimmy, ondulation and new friends for this great new year!

Here is Marthyna's school calendar as well as update on Tribally Yours 2008. It is just around the corner, I can't wait, this is sooo exciting!

Marthyna :)

January 7 * Winter classes begin (12 weeks) at Marthyna's oriental dance school (you can consult www.marthyna.com to gets details).

New classes:

Tribal Fusion for beginners on thursdays (with me) and Intermediate on mondays with Dominique.

Cardio Baladi on thursday 7:15 to get rid of the holiday cookies. :) This class is a fitness class with all the fun of bellydancing. :D

Gitano on wednesday 6:15 for those who can not have enough of the roma. Discover the road of the gypsies/roma with us.

January 31st * Due date for submissions to perform at Tribally Yours 2008.
If you plan to submit to TY08, we need to receive your form by that date. A comity will then review the submissions and decide who will be part of the hafla on friday and who will part of the Gala show on Saturday

February 1 * End of the pre-sale period for Tribally Yours.
There are still spots to the VIP room and Marcel-Dulude Center, but don't wait to register. After February 1st, pricing will go up 15 %. Don't miss the chance to be part of the only tribal and fusion festival in Quebec!

February 9th * Les Trib’elles will be part of the APAM fundaiser show in Saint-Hyacinthe.
The show will be held at ITA in St-Hyacinthe at 8PM. Information : Ève-Line Archambault at eve-line.archambault@cgocable.ca

February 15 * Tribally Yours' tickets sale begin
Reserve your tickets to take advantage of the presale period. Tickets will be available by February 15; you can purchase them via members of Les Trib'elles, Shuvanies, in person at the school or by mail.

We have two shows this year:

Friday Night's Hafla – only 30 tickets to see great artists "up close and personnal" and discuss with them around a nice cup of mint tea. This is a very nice evening, friendly and welcoming.

Saturday Night's Gala show – Marcel-Dulude Center welcome more people to give all a chance to see an incridible show with renown dancers. Kajira Djouhmana will perform ATS "à la Black Sheep Bellydance" as well as tribal gothic to mesmerize you; Unmata perform its unique blend of tribal fusion, Bellyqueen (all 7 of them!) are happy to show you their new choreographies, created just for us; and Les Trib’elles have planned a little surprise for you all… Don't forget, we will have more artists soon!

March 7, 8 and 9 * Tribally yours 2008
Do I need to say more? A whole week-end of tribal and fusion with Kajira Djouhmana (Hawai), Unmata (California), Bellyqueen (New York), Les Trib’elles (Montreal) and more.

Have a wonderful day!

Marthyna :)

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bellydance in nelson?

Angela — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:30:49 GMT

anyone out there know of any bellydance going on in nelson BC??

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A few new spots in Sat's Ariellah workshop - Toronto

audracleopatra — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 21:32:44 GMT

Due to a change in the set up of the workshop space, there are a few new spots available for the previously sold out Saturday Ariellah workshop on The Darker Side of Drilling. There are still Sunday spots (on Expressive Arms & Hands along with Chest & belly openers) so you could make a weekend of it. Learn some new things to add to your belly dance vocabulary!

Tickets are available at the door, or in advance until Friday, for Saturday night's Ariellah Darker Still Gala show. It's gonna rock the socks of St. Stephen's Church!!

Workshop details
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1207

Show details
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1275

416.925.1638 or 1.800.431.0418

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Ariellah show this Saturday - Toronto

audracleopatra — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 14:49:09 GMT

Don't miss the Toronto debut of Ariellah Darker Still!

An evening of darkly inspired belly dance

with performances by

Audra
Lavish Dance Co

Shakti Fusion (Ottawa)
Joanne (Vivace Studio, Toronto)
Jacqueline Pullar (Wild Orchid Belly Dance, Hamilton)
Quadira (Sand Storm Studio, Orangeville)
and Dark Side Studio teacher apprentices Danielle Davies, D, Karen Gaulin and Laura Hagglund

Saturday, Jan 26, 2008
Doors 7:30 pm
Show 8 pm
Ticket $25 (available in advance until Friday, then at the door - same price)

St. Stephens-in-the-Fields Church
365 College Street (between Spadina and Bathurst)

More info and advance tickets
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/index.php?cPath=53

416.925.1638 1.800.431.0418

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Tomorrow's Auditions!

orkideh — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 15:54:49 GMT

Tomorrow's auditions are ON for The Serpentina North Ensemble.

Tuesday, January 22nd
7-9pm at Hub 14
14 Markham Street - one block west of Bathurst and one block north of Queen.
$10 (to cover studio expenses).

Any questions - just drop me a line. Otherwise, I look forward to seeing you!

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Save the Date!!

Lavastudio — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 23:16:40 GMT

just an early mention, so you can all mark your calenders for:

Nov.22 & 23/08!!!!

for..... UNMATA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'll be hosting the Lovely Amy Sigil for a 2 day workshop & show weekend in Vancouver BC!!!

lot's more details coming!!.....

www.lavastudio.ca

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Lava & Sisters of Alchemy performances coming up in 2008...

Lavastudio — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 23:21:17 GMT

Here's a few links to some of the places you can see us dance

Mar.7/08 - Rachel Brice Tribal MASSIVE (weeklong) Las Vegas, NV - Lava solo performance at the 'MASSIVE Spectacular' show

http://www.thetribalmassive.com/spectacular.html

Apr./08 - IBCC - Main Stage performance - Toronto ON - Lava solo performance

http://www.bellydanceconference.com/Main%20Stage.htm

May/08 - Tribal Fest 8 - Sebastopol Ca. - Lava teaching a workshop and Sisters of Alchemy will be performing!

http://blacksheepbellydance.com/tf8/index.html - scroll to the last listing on Wednesday page

... more to come!

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Suhaila format workshops with Audra - Toronto

audracleopatra — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 18:00:30 GMT

Upcoming Suhaila workshops

Friday Feb 1, 2008
The Dark Side Studio, 355 A College Street, Toronto

Suhaila 101 - 6 to 8 pm $30
Suhaila 201 - 8 to 10 pm $30 * Participants must hold valid level 1 or higher certification from SSSD to attend Suhail 201

Suhaila 101
Join Audra for a 2 hour workshop working with the concepts and isolations in the format of Suhaila Salimpour.

Technique will be broken down and demonstrated and drilled without a particular stylistic slant, making this workshop perfect for any style belly dancer. This workshop is for those new to Suhaila's format and for those not certified.

Suhaila's brilliant format breaks the connection between weight placement and movement which dramatically opens up the possibilities for belly dance movement. In addition, Suhaila's format also makes use of musical timing (taking the guess work out of when to perform movement in both drills and choreography) as well a specific muscular contractions to execute the movements.

Pre-registration is highly recommended
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1151

Suhaila 201
All participants must hold valid level 1 or higher certification from SSSD.

Audra leads 2 hours of strengthening, and drilling (both stationary and moving) based on the format of Suhaila Salimpour with the specific focus of increasing the speed and complexity of the movements and footwork. Some layering will be introduced both seated and standing.

http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1212

More info
audra
@
cleopatrasbazaar.com

416-925-1638 or 1-800-431-0418

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I have a website!!!!

Rosanna — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:26:16 GMT

It's still a work in progress, but its mostly together! Go check it out...

http://www.cleoflaptra.com

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Free Conference for Ontario Dancers

shanmonster — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 20:13:09 GMT

on the MOVE: A free conference for graduating dance students & emerging dance professionals
February 1 & 2, 2008 @ Canada's National Ballet School, 400 Jarvis St., Toronto

"This is the best gift a young emerging dancer can receive at this stage of their career.
I can't wait to get out there and make this dream a reality. Thank you." -- on the MOVE participant, 2006

If you are a graduating dance student or emerging dance professional, then on the MOVE is a step in the right direction for your career.

on the MOVE is a free two-day event, filled with workshops, panel discussions, group activities and dance classes -- providing you with the skills, resources and information you'll need as an emerging dance professional.

* Career planning
* Managing your finances as an artist
* Grant writing
* Auditioning & working abroad
* Health & wellness
* Maintaining a positive work/life balance
* & many more areas essential to career success.

You will also have the opportunity to

* network with your peers and respected mid-career and senior dance professionals -- people who've made the transition from student to professional and who can both share their experiences and offer helpful advice.
* find out about the many Ontario arts service organizations that can support you throughout your career.

on the MOVE is free. Pre-registration is required.

For more information or to pre-register, please contact the Dancer Transition Resource Centre at nationaloffice@dtrc.ca or 416-595-5655, or visit our website at: http://www.dtrc.ca/movetransit .

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Hello!!! I'm new here!!

Lady Blue — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:48:01 GMT

Hi! How are you girls?.. I'm new in this tribe.. I'm a tribal bellydancer from Argentina, and I'm planing a travel to Canda next June,.. so I would like to know dancers from there...
You can watch some of my videos in www.youtube.com/semyramys ... :-)
I hope to meet good friends here!!!
Kisses!!

Lady Blue...

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The Dark Side Studio's winter session

audracleopatra — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:45:01 GMT

starts tonight! First classes also this Wednesday (Jan 9) and Thursday (Jan 10)

Classes in tribal fusion, the art of cabaret, yoga and Suhaila drilling
This session is 7 weeks and runs from tonight until Feb 18th (20 or 21)

Payment can be made in class...
Schedule and class descriptions
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/index.php?cPath=145

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Classes in Halifax, NS

uberwench — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 03:19:55 GMT

Hello everyone, my classes will all be starting in the third week of September and thus far look like this:

At my new studio:

UberWench Studio - #10-3530 Lynch St., Halifax, NS

Wednesdays - start Sept 19/07

Tribal Belly Dance 1
6:30-7:30pm
$100 for 10 weeks
Drop-in $12 per class

Tribal Belly Dance 2
7:30-9pm
$150 for 10 weeks
Drop-in $17 per class

To Register

Call: (902) 454-0067 or email me at uberwench@gmail.com

I also teach Cabaret at a local rec centre.

For more info on all my classes, please check out my website: http://uberwench.googlepages.com

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Tribal fusion classes with Leslie in Ottawa!

oceanfire — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 02:03:10 GMT

Hi guys, 2008 class schedule is up..!

- - -
Tribal Fusion classes with Leslie
www.shaktifusion.ca

Tribal fusion technique and drills
Tuesdays 8-9pm
1196 Bank St (Makin Moves Studio)
$100 for 8 week session
Starts January 15th

Wednesdays 7-8 at the Mercury Lounge, 56 Byward in the Market - information forthcoming.
Please email me if Wednesday is an option that interests you!

Fridays 7-8pm
The Next Level**
1196 Bank St (Makin' Moves Studio)
$100 for 8 week session
Starts Friday January 11th (no classes March 7 and 14)
**you MUST have previous experience with tribal fusion to take this class, including classes with Leslie, workshops with other tribal fusion instructors or 3 years bellydance experience.***

Tribal fusion technique and drills
Fridays 8-9pm
1196 Bank St (Makin Moves Studio)
$100 for 8 week session
Starts Friday January 18th (no classes March 7 and 14)

To register contact Leslie: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca
or 613-296-2810

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Photos!

oceanfire — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 23:02:30 GMT

Hi guys,

With all the holiday parties coming up, I'm sure you must all have some new and exciting photos to upload! Please post 'em to the gallery and let's celebrate all our accomplishments for the year :)

Love,

zee canadian tribal moderatrix!

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Serpentina-Related News

orkideh — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 05:33:17 GMT

We've got a show in January, a workshop happening in Ottawa in February and auditions for the Toronto-based troupe in mid-January.
Check it out here: http://www.serpentinatribal.com/events.html

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Ariellah Darker Still Gala Show - Toronto

audracleopatra — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 19:03:13 GMT

The Dark Side Studio & Cleopatra's Bazaar present

Ariellah Darker Still

an evening of darkly inspired belly dance

with performances by
Audra
& Lavish Dance Company (The Dark Side Studio)

Sat Jan 26, 2008

St Stephens in the Fields Church
365 College St, Toronto

Doors (seating & shopping) 7:30 pm
Show 8:00
Tickets $25

Tickets $25 (includes gst)

For the first time in Toronto, Gothic and dark belly dance inspiration Ariellah of San Francisco. Ariellah’s style reflects her personal interpretation of tribal fusion belly dance, which blends the darker side of traditional Middle Eastern, American Tribal Style and cabaret belly dance with a modern, very dark flavour, that is uniquely her own. Her style emanates from the passion, joy and contentment that belly dance has brought to her life, allowing her to fully express herself in a unique and beautiful way.

Audra is the artistic director and founder of Toronto's The Dark Side Studio. The studio is Toronto's only studio dedicated to tribal belly dance & Suhaila format. Audra is currently studying towards level 3 certification at The Suhaila Salimpour School of Dance and is participating in Suhaila's Teacher Training program. Audra will be performing with Suhaila Dance Company at Rakkasah in March 2008.

Lavish Dance Company is The Dark Side Studio's newly formed company which combine the precision of Suhaila's format with creative and innovative approaches to belly dance.

http://www.cleopatrasbazaaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=54&products_id=1275

1.800.431.0418
416.925.1638

Ariellah workshops on Saturday Jan 26 & sunday Jan 27, 2008 currently have space available
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?products_id=1207

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Shades of Araby in Guelph video!

sofia — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:19:50 GMT

Hi guys, come check us out on youtube!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6exyecxjmE

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Last Class of the Season (Toronto)

orkideh — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 17:55:44 GMT

The last class of the season is happening on Tuesday night, Dec 18, at Hub 14 (14 Markham Street) from 7-9.
Class price is $18.

There will also be a troupe meeting for Serpentina North next week, TBA. It will either fall on Wednesday or Thursday night.
Anyone interested in working as a troupe doing bellydance fusion can come out and join us. Stay tuned.

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