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Things to do - July 24-26

yadda-yadda — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:48:11 GMT

I will be visiting DC. (from Pittsburgh), and I am looking for bellydance things to do: classes, performances, Arabic/Turkish music, shopping. I have studied and performed bellydance for many years, I am looking for non-beginner oriental instruction, e.g. I've tried to find whether Faten Salama teaches while I am there, but the internet has let me down. Chances are that I have a car, and I will stay close to the zoo. Also, places to see Arabic/Turkish musicians and buy "toys" would be fabulous. Thanks a lot for all help!

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July dcTribal Cafe

belladonnadancer — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:42:35 GMT

Romka is please to announce this month's fantastic performers!

HIPNOSIS - American tribal style troupe from Philadelphia will be making a special appearance! (www.tribalbellies.com)

Naimah - Baltimore's tribal fusion goddess! (www.naimahraks.com)

and

Belladonna - DC's own tribal fusion beauty....(www.belladonnadance.net)

So come get some of Asylum's great food on Sunday night, bring your friends cause this is where you want to be. For those of you that missed last month's sold-out show - doors at 6pm to get your seats, performances start at 7pm.

DJ Mellie Mel is out of town, so we're pleased to announce that DJ Missguided will be on the turntables spinning in between sets - come check it out.

DCTribal Cafe
July 27, 2008
6-9pm
$10
Asylum Bar & Lounge
2471 18th Street, NW
Washington DC 20009

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Leila of Egypt - Workshops 27-28 Sept Bethesda MD

Yasmin — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:58:20 GMT

Leila of Egypt will be teaching workshops the weekend of September 27-28 in Bethesda MD. Please contact me if you are interested. Space in the studio is limited. As subject matter and times get nailed down I will post more info on www.serpentine.org

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Workshops with Tempest in DE on Sept 6th

delaware_lorelei — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:06:14 GMT

Tempest, Gothic bellydancer, designer, and artist,
is coming to Newark DE in September!!

*workshop #1: 11 am - 1:00pm
Dancing on the Right Side of the Brain
*workshop #2: 1:30 pm - 3:30pm
Drop Dead Dramatic!
*Gothla: a Hafla with Alternative music
6 pm - 8 pm (doors open at 5:30)

more info: http://www.geocities.com/re_sullivan/tempest/tempest.html

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Arabian Nights at Casablanca Restaurant (VA) Thursday July 17, 2008 at 7:30 PM

Yucy — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:03:23 GMT

Belly Dance for Life" Productions is happy to announce
that the popular Arabian Nights show has moved from the
Colony South Hotel to Casablanca Restaurant

Calling all Teachers, Dancers, Students and
"Belly Dance for Life" members and friends!

You are invited to join us for a night of fun dancing
and nice entertainment.
Performances by the finest dancers in our area are sure to dazzle!
Nadirah Nasreen, Caleena Janay and Katayoun
along with Hanadi, Urvashi, Shukufeh, Sandra and Troupe Eshveh!
Rising stars: Lulu, Salma and Jewel

If you would like to perform as a rising star at one of
Arabian Nights show at Casablanca,
please email yucy @bellydance for life.com
Third Thursday of every month.

Admission: $5.00

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Anthea made Midsummer Magic this past weekend!

Nimeera — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:46:04 GMT

I just want to share from Anthea's Midsummer Magic student recital this past Sunday.

What a show!

Anthea performed a beautiful veil poi dance. It was totally sublime, drawing you into a peaceful spell to sit entranced while she made beautiful symmetrical patterns in the air around her, her expression like a child in wonder at the colors she wove through the air. And yes, her patterns were perfectly timed to the music, and perfectly symmetrical on both sides through the whole song. I can only imagine how much arm strength and stamina that requires!

Bonita performed a wonderful fusion fan dance with latin influences. She was FABULOUS! Her energy, her expressions, the dramatic snapping of her fan! I loved the way she used it to accent and frame the moves. And the poses, and the high steps! My only regret was that my husband had stepped out and missed the whole thing.

Yaalini had us all laughing with her comedy snake dance. What an innovative concept! It was totally unexpected.

Anthea's student class composition was fantastic! It was one song, divided in sections with different teams of dancers performing to each section. The transitions were smooth, the costuming very nicely unified and yet distinct between sections, and the parts of the song were well balanced. I've never seen such a creative and efficient use of a classroom assignment to help the students develop group choreography skills.

In the improv solos and in the tribal odyssey it was very apparent that the students had worked to develop a wide range of skills. I could see that Anthea teaches the difference between tribal and cabaret, concepts in choreography, stage presentation, and the playing of rhythms on zills, tamborines, and drums.

Unfortunately as a vendor I didn't get to watch the entire show, but I did see enough to know that Anthea has a great group of students who worked very hard to put on a great show!

- Nimeera
www.CleosCloset.com
www.Nimeera.com

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What books are you reading??

Marta — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:53:19 GMT

i know i asked this a while back...currently i am submerged in:

*Women in the City of the Dead (from Yasmin's booklist) has me doing some serious thinking.

*Im also more thoughtfully studying The Key Muscles of Hatha Yoga---not a bedtime read really, but wonderful for moving forward with physiology/anatomy studies to get to know my body and the mechanics of movement better.

I also have a number of books i will delve into as i begin a yoga teacher training this fall. :)

what are y'all reading?? what would you recommend (or not!). any burning thoughts/questions you have that we could all benefit from?

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CLEANING OUT THE VIDEO VAULT! (DVDS)

Farasha: aka Ellen — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 20:00:10 GMT

All shipping is $3 I do combine shipping with multiple videos at a discounted cost.

$20 Vault

Instructional Bellydance with Jillina
#1,2 and 3!

$15 Vault

Finger Cymbals with Ansuya
Drills and Techniques

Turbo Shimmy with Celeste
~60 minutes
All shimmy drills, great for cabaret

Video Vault Sale!

$10 Vault

Tribal Fusion Belly Dance
Yoga, Isolations and Drills: A Practice Companion with Rachel Brice
78 minutes

Tribal Fusion Bellydance with Sharon Kihara
Techniques and Conditioning
77 minutes

Belly Dance Divas
~Featuring Louchia, Rania, Sohaila, Marina
A great cabaret performance video
60 minutes

Sensual Bellydance with Blanca
120 minutes

Princess Farhana
Basic Workout
50 minutes

Doumbek
Techniques & Rhythms with Amir Naoum
60 minutes

The Essentials Bellydance with Anja
The Movements

Heartbeat of Bellydance
Rhythms & Dance Combinations for Drum Solos
With Jenna & Raquy
1hr 25 minutes

Bellydance Superstars
Performance video (1st video of this series)
78 minutes

Bellydance for Beautiful Freaks with Tempest
60 minutes

Exotic Dance Workout with Lady Morrighan
Floorwork, chair dance, exotic dance
45 minutes

THE $5 VAULT!

Instant Bellydancer #1 with Neon
60 minutes

Temple of Jehan
Ultimate Bellydance Fitness Workout

Bellydance Fitness with Rania
My Personal Trainer
130 minutes

Bellydance for Wimps

Belldance for Body Shaping with Neon
Buns and Thighs
48 m minutes

Bellydance for Body Shaping with Neon
Abs
48 minutes

Bellydance Party with Neon

Instant Bellydancer with Neon
Hipwork Plus

Bellydancing for Abs with Denis Druce
60 minutes

Bellydance Aerobic Workout with Rania

Flex Appeal Bellydance with Kathy Smith and Ansuya
68 minutes

All 4 Belly Dance Fitness for Weight loss with Rania
YES ALL 4!

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Romka announces call for performers: BellyHorror Show 2008!

mavi — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:45:00 GMT

Romka is pleased to announce a call for performers for the Belly Horror Show 2008!

The Belly Horror Show is a spooky belly dance variety show to be held Oct. 3rd & 4th in Washington DC. The show features spooky, macabre, and horror or "B-movie monster" themed performances to delight, frighten, and amaze! Performances should be rooted in traditional or fusion belly dance style but can incorporate other performance arts such as burlesque, side/variety show, dark cabaret, etc. Musical submissions are also encouraged.

Belly Horror Show will run two nights, with the potential for two shows per evening.

Proposals will be accepted until Aug. 20th, 2008.

submission requirements:

Please submit a short video on dvd or youtube of a performance - preferably one similar in style or of the actual piece you are proposing. In addition, please include a short written proposal including:

Title:

Name of Primary Contact:

Primary contact email and phone number

Names of all performers participating:

Costuming:

Description of Piece: (1 paragraph describing your performance piece)

Performance History of Group: (other work you have done together or separately)

Technical needs/props used for performance:

Please mail submissions to: Romka c/o HIPS P.O. Box 21394 Washington DC 20009

Romka will select pieces on basis of performance style, merit and show cohesion. Performers will be paid from show proceeds. Performers will be notified of final show acceptance by . Aug. 31, 2008. Questions can be directed to: Belladonna@romkadance.com

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Save the date! Suhaila in VA Apr 3-5, 2009

AlexandraS — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:43:31 GMT

Save the date! Suhaila is returning to Charlottesville, VA for a 3-day intensive Friday, April 3 - Sunday, April 5, 2009. Details coming soon on class times, material, cost, and show info! www.bellysouk.com.

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Burning Man for Beginners on Tuesday

CeruleanShine — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:27:42 GMT

Interested in attending Burning Man but not sure how to make it all
happen?

Curious about the Burning Man event?

Come to the Washington, DC based *Burning Man for Beginners*

Hosted by Progress Darrell

Tuesday July 8th, 2008
at Darrell's house
3110 13th St NW
Washington, DC 20010-2408

http://duane.com/3110-13th for directions

1 Block from the Columbia Heights Metro (Green/Yellow line)

Please RSVP at: http://burningman.meetup.com/137/

Presentation runs from 7:30-9pm and covers:
--Getting to Burning Man
--Entering Black Rock City
--Finding a home on the Playa & Map of the city
--Making preparations for a week in the Desert
--Black Rock Fashion
--Burning Man Principles & Lingo

Come as early as 6:30pm to browse costumes and watch some videos
from the event (Beyond Black Rock or Gifting It).

Attendees are asked to bring beverages (alcoholic or non)
or munchies to share.

If you have questions you can reach us at
Darrell d@duane.com (202) 667 8278

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Sayoko & Kenji at Folklife Fest in DC - x-post

kawakib — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:20:18 GMT

Just saw this from Sayoko (former DC dancer):
http://www.kenjiwilliams.com/spore/2008/06/BELLAGAIA-FolkLifeNASA_fly.jpg

Kenji Williams presents: BELLA GAIA - A poetic vision of Earth from Space
Live at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, NASA Galaxy Stage, in celebration of NASA's 50th anniversary.
http://www.folklife.si.edu/festival/2008/NASA/index.html
National Mall, Washington DC, July 3-6th. Details Below.
Flyer: http://www.kenjiwilliams.com/spore/2008/06/BELLAGAIA-FolkLifeNASA_fly.jpg

Kenji Williams presents: BELLA GAIA Live - featured July 3 - 6th,
Schedule below:

03-July
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM NASA Galaxy Stage

04-July
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM NASA Galaxy Stage
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM NASA Galaxy Stage

05-July
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM NASA Galaxy Stage
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM NASA Galaxy Stage

06-July
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM NASA Galaxy Stage
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM NASA Galaxy Stage

Inspired by astronauts who spoke of the life changing experience of
viewing the Earth from Space, award winning creative director and
music producer Kenji Williams delivers a live audio visual performance
that evolves our perspective of and connection to our home planet.
Utilizing NASA/MODIS satellite imagery and stunning HD projections of
orbiting visualizations of Earth from Space, landing on Earth to
explore its cultural heritage through sight and sound, accompanied by
a live performance of Williams's trademark violin-electronica music,
experience the beauty and miracle of Planet Earth like never before in
this audio visual space show.

Treating the word 'Gaia' as a poetic expression of global
interconnectedness, BELLA GAIA brings to life the fusion of science
and art in public programming and educational outreach, introducing
the vital emotional and aesthetic components that are often missing
from the current scientific, political and economic discourse about
the state of our planet.

Egyptian Nile River Journey section will feature live performers
featuring master Oud player Shawkat Sayyad & Dancer Lale Sayoko
Live performance followed by presentation of the value of arts in
education, and guest NASA speakers TBA.

Space navigation by AMNH Director of Astro-Visualization Dr. Carter
Emmart. Imagery: Uniview, SCISS. MODIS/NASA. Produced by Remedy Arts.
in cooperation with Spherical Media Group. Executive Producer: Ed Lantz

http://www.bellagaia.com
http://www.kenjiwilliams.com/
Sample Video Trailer:
http://www.remedyarts.com/projects/BELLAGAIA/promo/BellaGaia360_Live_Trailer.mov

Live at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, on NASA's Galaxy Stage on
the National Mall in Washington DC, in celebration of NASA's 50th
anniversary. " NASA's festival program will include presentations, hands-on
educational activities, and exhibits that will explore the spirit of
inspiration, innovation and discovery embodied by the agency and its
personnel. "
http://www.folklife.si.edu/festival/2008/NASA/index.html

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teaching in dc

belladonnadancer — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:07:11 GMT

hey everyone
I am looking to start a new tribal fusion class in DC. I normally teach out of my studio in VA, but have lots of people asking me about classes in the city & would like to get that going. Does anyone have any recommendation of places with studio space to rent. Or places to stay away from?

thanks
Belladonna

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Save the date! Mira Betz in Washington, DC - September 6-7 2008

asharah — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:22:08 GMT

Save the date! A weekend with Mira Betz in Washington, DC, on September 6th and 7th! Presented by MeaHuna Productions, this dance-filled weekend will include two full days with Mira as well as a gala evening performance on Saturday evening featuring some of the region's best fusion dancers.

Mira will be sharing with us these four sessions:

:Saturday:
- Isolations and Layering: A Slow Build to Complicated Layering
- In Praise of Improv: Exercises to Gain Proficiency at Improvisation

:Sunday:
- The Art of Professional Performance
- The Passion, The Drama: Adding a Full Range of Emotions to Your Dance

Keep up with MeaHuna Productions at www.meahunaproductions.com
Subscribe to our RSS feed: http://www.meahunaproductions.com/?feed=rss
Questions? E-mail us! info[at]meahunaproductions[dot]com

Registration and workshop information coming soon!

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Eastern Breeze Dance

Adel, M.C. — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:50:31 GMT

Would a representative of the Eastern Breeze Troupe contact me.

adel
240-997-5939
adel@bellydanceforlife.com

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July 17 Arabian night show performers. please contact me!

Adel, M.C. — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:02:09 GMT

If you are scheduled to perform for the Arabian Night's show on July 17 or if you know the performers, then please contact me or have the performers contact me asap.

contact information:
240-997-5939
adel@bellydanceforlife.com

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NEW monday classes & Yoga at Atropa Studio!

belladonnadancer — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 16:33:47 GMT

Below is my exciting new weekly class info. Please tell your friends and help me spread the word!

NEW Monday night classes!
beginning June 23, 2008

6 - 7:15pm Intro to belly dance:

Introductory class for people interested in seeing what this "belly dance thing" is all about! This class will focus on building a basic understanding of belly dance language, history & technique. For all ages and skill level. Not only will it help you learn about belly dance, but also but also build body awareness and confidence!

7:30 - 8:45pm Tribal fusion combos:
Due to popular demand there are now 2 Combos classes!
This class focused on learning short choreographed combinations of technical movements and saucy style for tribal improve dancing. This is a blend of traditional belly dance moves with a sassy jazz & hip hop flavor.

Classes are taught in Centreville VA, at Bella's Atropa studio.
The session is 12 weeks & cost is $185

ALSO!

NEW yoga for belly dancers
with Kestrel

Sundays at 11am
$10 drop in

please contact me if you have any questions or would like to register!

Thanks :o)
lottsa love

Bella

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Totally Turkish Weekend with Artemis

Shems — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:19:20 GMT

Hello Dancers,

June 28th and 29th, 2008 (that right in two weeks) I'd like to do some Turkish Master classes with Artie at her studio in Silver Spring, MD, but I need some other dancers who are interested in getting down in a Turkish way to help fill the rest of the class. It would be 3 hours each day starting at 2pm - the first two hours movement breakdown and dance, the last hour watching video footage, the cost $35 per day. If you can come to one or both days please email me at shemsdance at gmail dot com - so I can make sure we have enough folks to run the class. Please, please forward this info on to anybody you think might be interested, students, friends or peers.

Shems

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Angel - healing & spiritual dimensions of the dance & performances - Jun 22 - 29

Edwina — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 23:08:52 GMT

Spiritual Belly Dance, as developed by Angel, is a
unique fusion of Middle Eastern dance and healing
energy work that teaches the embodiment of the sacred
Divine Feminine. In a safe environment, students
explore how to move from the inside out while learning
the full vocabulary of belly dance movements, chakra
balancing techniques, healing visualization, and
breath work. All levels.

Classes in the DC area - $20.00 each

Tues. Jun. 24, 7:30 - 9 pm, Dance Addition Studio,
Takoma Park, MD

Wed. Jun. 26, 7- 8:30 pm, Be You Spa, Bethesda, MD

Thurs. Jun. 26 - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, Willow Street
Yoga, Takoma Park, MD

Bring hip scarf, veil and zills.

Performances at Memsahib Restaurant, Rockville, MD

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Rhythm & Cues @ Celebrate Fairfax! We are NOT looking forward to the heat!

Farasha: aka Ellen — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 15:12:53 GMT

Celebrate Fairfax! Festival
June 6th – 8th, 2008
Fairfax County Government Center

When?
Celebrate Fairfax! is THIS WEEKEND!
Come out and Celebrate Fairfax this Friday, Saturday & Sunday!

Friday, June 6 -- 6PM to Midnight (SAIC Fireworks at 9:15PM)
Saturday, June 7 -- 10AM to Midnight (SAIC Fireworks at 9:15PM)
Sunday, June 8 -- 10AM to 6PM

Where?
At the Fairfax County Government Center off of Monument Drive.

Discount Coupons Available Online.
Full Price ($10) at the Gate.
Receive $1 off all Adult Tickets BEFORE 12Noon on Saturday or Sunday.
Purchase an unlimited number of Youth Tickets for $2 each BEFORE
12Noon on Saturday and Sunday. To download your coupon, click here!
Tickets are also still available at the gate for $10 every day for full price.

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Workshops with Belladonna this SAT! and NEW weekly sessions begin June 10th & 11!

belladonnadancer — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 20:22:19 GMT

Saturday June 7th, 2008

10 am -Noon

Fusion Fuel

Super edgy & unique tribal fusion combo! Good for use in your own choreography or for improve belly dance!
$35

12 - 3pm

Intro to poi spinning

12-1pm learn how to make your very own sock poi
1-3pm learn how to use them! Beginner level class... open to anyone interested in the art of poi spinning.
$45 class
$12 sock poi

This months workshops will be held at Bella's Atropa Studio!

To register contact Belladonna
bellgypsy@gmail.com

WEEKLY CLASSES BEGIN JUNE 10 & 11
www.belladonnadance.net

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Teacher in Straford, Fredricksburg area of VA??

Trinity Ane — Fri, 30 May 2008 15:10:45 GMT

I have a friend in this area looking for a teacher. I don't want to send her to just anyone she wants to learn from a good teacher. Any recommendations?

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DCTribal Hafla this friday @ artomatic; open dancing & performances!

mavi — Wed, 28 May 2008 22:30:44 GMT

DCTribal presents World Electro Bump Hafla at Artomatic on Friday, May 30th 10pm to 2 am!

DCTribal's Halfa @ Artomatic
free Belly Dance for Beginners class!!
student and professional performances!!
Open dance floor to world electro bump by v:shal kanwar!!

Donations to DCTribal's scholarship program are graciously accepted! DCTribal is a all-volunteer community of dancers, supporters, students, & others dedicated to building a community around tribal inspired belly dancing in the DC area.

Join us as we bring this community to Artomatic!

Friday, May 30th, 2008
DCTribal World Electro Bump Hafla @ Artomatic
1200 First Street, NE Washington DC

10pm: Belly dance for Beginners -- Learn some moves to share on the dance floor!
10:45 pm: Belly Dance Performances by local students and professionals!
11:30 pm : Get your groove on with DCTribal to World Electro Bump by v:shal kanwar

Come join the fun! Questions? Email Mavi (at) dctribal.com !

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Student Showcase 6/6 in Purcellville (Loudoun County)

Sandra — Fri, 30 May 2008 13:50:28 GMT

Hi Friends,
I am hosting another student showcase at the Carver Center in Purcellville next Friday, June 6th from 7:30-9:30pm. Besides my student troupe with their group numbers and solos, we have special guests Troupe Eshveh, Ayperi, Ravena, Mima, Asana and Ramaya. I hope some of you can some support us!
Sandra

6/6/08 7:30 pm
Carver Center
200 Willie Palmer Way
Purcellville VA (it's really not that far away!!!)
call 571-258-3400 for directions.
call 703-772-9647 for details.

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Interested in Lebanese Bellydance

sonia — Wed, 21 May 2008 20:07:10 GMT

Does anyone know the history of how belly dance came about in Lebanon? What the style is (like what moves and props) and what the costume looks like? I cannot find any valid information online about it. Any one know about it, or does anyone know any resources i can go to?

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Raqs America - Open Stage, Vendor Spaces, and More!

asharah — Thu, 29 May 2008 01:29:05 GMT

Marta: if this is spam please go ahead and delete this...

Hey everyone...

I just wanted to spread the word about the upcoming Raqs America event, being held at Joe's Movement Emporium (right outside DC) on June 20-22.

In addition to workshops with BDSS and local instructors the festival features:
- Two gala evening performances on Saturday night,
- Open stage (like Rakkasah and other large fests),
- Vending opportunities
- BDSS auditions

Check it out at www.raqsamerica.com

Hope to see you there!

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CAIRO BLUES - Yasmin's Student Show Wed 4 Jun

Yasmin — Wed, 28 May 2008 20:12:47 GMT

My advanced class from JOM will perform drum solos and there will be a special treat from my professional class:
CAIRO BLUES - Egyptian jazz pieces by
Ariel
Damiana
Miasia
Samira
Beautiful music interpreted by some of the area's best dancers.

At Mem Sahib Rockville - starts at 8:00 pm. Please call the restaurant for reservations.

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SF Mecca Immersion--Come pilgrimage to where it all began..Aug. 8-12th

debrubin — Mon, 26 May 2008 20:31:49 GMT

Hi Ladies!!
I'd love for some East coast tribal dancers to be able to come and represent!
Pls. let me know if you have any questions. I have decided to offer group/troupe discounts for out of town dancers of group of 4 or more, to cut down on travel costs. I really feel passionate about this event and getting the material out there, so i'd love to be able to make it accessible to you.
email me at deb@sfmeccaimmersion.com for more info on that.

The daily schedule of events for SF MECCA IMMERSION is now posted online.
www.sfmeccaimmersion.com

Experience where it all began.....

Aug. 8-12th, 2008
A "retreat" into the heart of the San Francisco Tribal Fusion Bellydance scene, aesthetic, music, dance, and culture.
This is not a festival per se, it's an intensive. Or immersion rather.. where you'll get individualized attention and shared group experience deepening over the course of 3- or 5 days droppin into the dance together! Come immerse yourself in the culture, the music, the bay area bohemian bellydance underworld that is shaping the tribal fusion explosion world wide. Experience where it all began. Learn from some of the pioneers in the field, meet the musicians too, who are shaping the culture and dance! , Dive in, and see how it inspires YOU! In addition to lots of technique and dance training, there are special workshops/lectures on context, history, evolution of tribal fusion bellydance, Core Yoga specifically for dancers, hang out at our local hot spots, workshops on costuming, aesthetic, creating true fusion choreography, and developing your own style, panel discussions on the collaboration between dancers and musicians, with some of your favorite musicians and dancers shaping the art form, lots of performances, and yes, even vending! by some of the bay area's hottest designers...
It will max at 55 people, so pls. do register early to reserve a spot.

Featuring the likes and like-abilities of:
Zoe Jakes (The Indigo, BDSS, Yard Dogs Road Show)
Mardi Love (the Indigo, BDSS)
Carolena Nericcio (founder/director of Fat Chance Bellydance. Creatrix of ATS style. "I'm like your grandma. And i love you.")
Deb Rubin (founder of SattyaBody HealingArts & Dance Collective, Former member/choreographer/teacher with Ultra Gypsy)
Rose Harden (former Co-director of Ultragypspy, Founding member of Barbary Coast ShakeDown)
Cera Byer (Director of Damage Control Theater---choreographical genius. :)
Brass Menagerie!!
Beats Antique!!
Dan Cantrell (of the Toids, Dan Cantrell's gigaband; musical genius of Danistan)
Peter Jakes (Director Brass Menagerie, member of Dan Cantrell's gigaband, expert on all things Balkan and musical)
Elizabeth Strong
Mira Betz
Damage Control
Sister Kate

and more to be announced!

and p.s. the venders are lookin HOT!!! HOT!!! HOT!! Maybe we should just have a big shopping weekend? Or do you guys really wanna dance? (just kidding)
JUST ADDED to the MECCA BAZAAR:
da lovely MIRA MANIA DESIGNS! Classic classic Classic. yet modern hip and innovative. can both be true? in mira, the answer is, why yes!
I know ya'll have seen her mastery on the dance floor.... now imagine that in 'stich' form. This lady knows style and costume design!

Lee Kobus (one of a kind pieces made with such care, artistry, and love.... Lee-a former UltraGypsy--you may have seen her as one hot robot in medusa and machine.. has been designing unique performance pieces for years and years... from feathered hair clips to glass beaded and buttoned belts, her designs and artistry are not to be missed!) ;

Black Lotus Designs!~ This bay area designer i actually met up in portland, and i think i bought out her stash of one of a kind wrist cuffs! Such artistry in her work, and she personally sews every stitch. gorgeous bustles, vests, and tops. You may have seen her creations being worn by da lovely and talented Arielleh, and frederique. And if you've gotten close enough recently to my wrists... ME! :) Custom orders available.

Plus: Rosehips skirts, Medina Maitraya (costume designer for Lucient Dossier and BDSS), HIppStirr belts, Five and Diamond, Tenley Wagmo Designs, AYYA, katherinesummer designs, Minerva Antennea, Wendy Darling (the creatrix of the beautiful marie antoinette ultragypsy 2007 Cake set bustle-y costumes), as well as merchendise from the Indigo, Brass Menagerie, Beats Antique (NEWEST CD RELEASE will be AVAILABLE!!!), Fat Chance Bellydance, and more!

ALSO on the roster..... some surprise visitors in the weekend. shhhhhhhhhh!

i sooo want to spill the beans, but i guess ya gotta be present to win.
we shhhhore do hope to see you there!

pls. let me know if you have questions
namaste,
deb
deb@sfmeccaimmersion.com
www.sfmeccaimmersion.com

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FCBD ATS level 1 class for the summer is being offered at Yoga District

Mek — Tue, 13 May 2008 13:46:43 GMT

American Tribal Style Belly Dance (ATS) is an improv form of belly dance created by FatChanceBellyDance director, Carolena Nericcio. Improv tribal dance is based on the concept of lead and follow. Specific cues allows a group of dancers to dance together without having to follow a specific choreography. The followers watch for cues to know what movement is being called by the leader and provides the ability to bring dancers together in dance. This movement vocabulary is known across the country and other parts of the world. Dancers who know ATS can dance with other ATS dancers without ever having dance together before.

ATS level 1 classes (On going) - Sunday 1:45 PM - 3PM
Note: Zills will be taught in this class. Please make sure you have a pair by week 3.

Drop Ins welcome. Drop Ins - $10

Payments/fees - See www.yogadistrict.com

Instructor: Meklena - ATS teacher certified by FatChanceBellyDance

Location:
Dupont Circle Studio
1635 Connecticut Ave., NW, 5th Flr.
Washington, DC 20009
(2 blocks from Dupont Circle Metro
Q St. exit)

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Holistic belly dance - to Laura Adrienne - more please

Edwina — Sun, 25 May 2008 22:04:33 GMT

I would like to know more. What is your training in energy healing & how do you integrate it into belly dance? Will you be continuing at the FlexAware studio?

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Orientale Dance Concert June 12th Gaithersburg, MD

Amara — Thu, 22 May 2008 15:42:18 GMT

Amara & El Naar Haninah present an

Orientale Dance Concert

Thursday, June 12th

7:30pm - 9:30 pm. Doors open at 7pm.

Gaithersburg Arts Barn
311 Kent Square Road

Directions are here: http://www.gaithersburgmd.gov/poi/default.asp?POI_ID=815&TOC=1;671;815;

Tickets are $10. Seating is limited & last year's concert sold out, so advance purchase of tickets of recommended. To purchase tickets, contact Amara at 301-515-0003 or email amara@amaraofthemoo n.com

Featured will be Tunisian dance, Guedra, Persian dance, sword, Raqs Sharqi, as well as American-style bellydance.

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DCTribal Cafe & Maduro "Siege" CD Release Party - This Sunday!!!

mavi — Wed, 21 May 2008 16:01:33 GMT

Come out and support local Artists!!!

Don't Forget! This weekend's DCTribal Cafe! Plus, check out the rest of Romka's performances this week - each with something special!

DCTribal Cafe, Sunday May 25 6pm:

Romka teamed up Maduro & Octofoil Records (www.octofoil-records.com) to make this month's DCTribal Cafe the official Siege CD Release Party! So, don't miss it!!

This month's perfomers include:
Asharah
Verona - NYC - Special Guest Performer
Mavi

Each performer this month will be picking their favorite tracks from the new album!

"Octofoil Records is pleased to announce its first release! Maduro's full-length album Siege will be available this spring/summer on Octofoil. Siege, Maduro's most complex release yet, captures the archetypal internal and external struggle between opposing forces, punctuated with Middle Eastern and South Asian progressions, crunched break beats and fragments, and industrial highlights. Siege also features significant contributions from renowned world musician Tim Rayborn. This is audio warfare."

And, of course, musical stylin's of DJ Mellie Mel! As always -- get there early for the best seats! Doors at 6pm.

DCTribal Cafe

May 25, 2008
6-9pm
$10
Asylum Bar & Lounge
2471 18th Street, NW
Washington DC 20009

PLUS! Exciting DC Romka Shows!!!

Wednesday night: 5/21/08: Belladonna performs a solo set at BeBar's wednesday night event:XX (www.myspace.com/bebarxx)

Thursday night: 5/22/08 : Romka performs new material at the Goth Prom in DC - DC's longest running scene event! Pull out your best dress and check out material never seen on any DC stage! Get your tickets at www.GothPromDC.com

Friday night: 5/23/08 10pm: Romka pulls out "The Balancing Act" with special guests Bellatrix (Belladonna's Student Troupe). Check out Romka's exploration into "Hey, can I put this on my head and dance?" -- Audience Participation Encouraged!! www.artomatic.org

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Lynchburg Hafla 2008

Nancy — Sun, 18 May 2008 21:27:27 GMT

Okay Ladies it is that time of year again. Lynchburg Tribal is proud to present their 2nd annual Lynchburg Hafla. With the great success we had last year we are hoping to present another wonderful event. This year we are planning on having a workshop that morning and afternoon followed by the Hafla. The event is schedule for September 27, 2008.

So if you think you or your troupe would be interested in participating in the workshop, Hafla, or both please send me your contact information (name, address, phone number, email) to eeimp1@gmail.com. If you are part of a troupe I only need one contact person per troupe.

We are planning on having the participates packages together by June 1. These packages will have time, location and cost of the workshop, who is teaching it, the contents of the workshop, and the deadlines for the fee. The packages will also have Hafla information such as start time, when the venue will open up to the dancers, and of course where the after party will be.

I look forward to hearing from everyone.

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Good place to get certified in belly dance in the DC Area

sonia — Tue, 06 May 2008 21:36:53 GMT

Hello all,

I am interested in becoming a certified belly dance instructor this summer, I have been performing for a year, and many people ask me if I give lessons, but i do not yet professionally. I ask my university if i could teach there but they said i need a CV.

Are there any places i can get certified in in Mary land or the general DC Metro area?

How long does it take to get certified?

Thanks so much! Appreciate your help

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Raqs America June 20-22

latifa — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 14:39:17 GMT

Here's the line=up, from a recent email:

The Bellydance Superstars, Saffron Dance & Sahara Dance are pleased to present RAQS AMERICA! A carnival of Bellydance with Performances, Workshops, All Day Vending, Saturday Night show and Bellydance Superstars auditions!!!!

RAQS AMERICA will provide the finest instruction in Cabaret, Tribal, percussion and Fusion styles. There will be workshops with the following instructors: Bozenka, Ansuya, Sonia, Kami Liddle, Sharon Kihara, Saphira, Rachel Brookmyre, Petite Jamilla, Issam Houshan, Sabah, Asharah, Zoe Jakes, Lotus Niraja, Latifa, Elysa, and Ebony.

June 20, 21, 22nd

Joe’s Movement Emporium

3309 Bunker Hill Road

Mount Rainier, MD 20712

For more information, please check:

www.raqsamerica.com (our website will be operational in a few days to accept all workshop reservations)

Also, for more information, please check:

www.bellydancesuperstars.com

There will also be two Saturday Evening shows at 7pm & 9pm featuring the Bellydance Superstars and various other dancers.

For those interested in vending at our event, please find the attached Vendor Application.

For more information regarding vending, please contact:

john@milescopeland.net

Best Regards,

Raqs America!

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Romani Gypsy dance & music festival is today!

Edwina — Sat, 17 May 2008 13:53:34 GMT

I'm planning on going to the party at 7:30 pm. Nat'l Cathedral School for Girls, Wisconsin Ave. NW, DC - Live Turkish & Balkan music, flamenco and Turkish dance, vending.

Lots of good music and dance workshops during the day too.

http://www.wmfolklifecenter.org/annual_festival07

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Umm Kulthum on NPR

Marta — Sun, 11 May 2008 02:39:26 GMT

not extensive, but still good...

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=90326836

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Zaftig Follies this Saturday

royalgeekg — Thu, 08 May 2008 18:23:11 GMT

ZAFTIG FOLLIES!!!
zaftig-adj.- curvaceous; well-proportioned; juicy
follies-n. pl.- An elaborate theatrical revue consisting of music, dance, and skits.

Zaftig Follies - an elaborate theatrical revue with curvaceous, juicy women dancing and performing skits. Sounds like a night in heaven, but instead it's just a night at the Palace of Wonders!

Performers of the highest quality with the most well-proportioned figured performing feats of fire, side-show and burlesque for your enjoyment.

Come out and see the largest show in DC with Mab just Mab as your host, Malibu burning your heart strings, luscious bellydance by Eugenia, and burlesque by DC's own Botticelli Babes; Coco Monroe and Bambi Galore.

Advance Tickets only $8!!!
www.BrownPaperTickets.com/event/34090

Day of Show all tickets $10 at the door.
Saturday, May 10th, 2008
ZAFTIG FOLLIES
10:00 PM
Price: $8 in Advance $10 @ the Door.
1210 H St. NE
Washington DC 20002

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Looking for Someone to Remix a Song

Pameyla — Thu, 01 May 2008 15:28:02 GMT

Hi Everybody,

Does anyone know of someone in the DC area who can create a remix of a song? Please let me know. Thanks!!

Pameyla

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Summer ATS Belly Dance Classes at Saffron Dance

Jenn — Mon, 05 May 2008 02:07:32 GMT

The summer schedule at Saffron is up and registration is open! :)

I will be continuing my beginner and advanced classes at Saffron, and starting June 24th, will be adding an upper level ATS class at Saffron.

The class beginning June 24th will be an 8-week session for people who already know belly dance, and just want to learn the ATS technique, movements and performance format. We will start in this class from your firm foundation in belly dance and add the ATS technique to your skill set.

Please see the descriptions below, if you are interested in any of these 3 classes.

CLASSES BEGIN MAY 13th 2008

Beginning Class @ Saffron Dance
Tribal 1 Technique & Drills: American Tribal Style
7:15 to 8:15 pm Tuesday @ Saffron Dance
(Please note that the time of 8:15 to 9:30 on the Saffron website is a typo. The class is 7:15 to 8:15)

Intermediate-Advanced Class @ Saffron Dance:
Tribal 3 Technique: American Tribal Style
7:45 to 9:15 pm Wednesday @ Saffron Dance
** This class includes a 1/2 rehearsal each week to prepare for performance venues.

BEGINNING June 24th
ATS Technique for Belly Dancers (belly dance experience required, but no ATS experience needed)
American Tribal Style Performance Workshop
8:15 to 9:15 pm Tuesday @ Saffron Dance

If you would like to sign up for a class, please go to the Saffron Dance website at: www.saffrondance.com

Class Descriptions:

Beginning Class @ Saffron Dance
Tribal 1 Technique & Drills: American Tribal Style
7:15 to 8:15 pm Tuesday @ Saffron Dance
(Please note that the time of 8:15 to 9:30 on the Saffron website is a typo. The class is 7:15 to 8:15)

In this class, you will break down belly dance posture for ATS movement, learn the basic slow and fast movements fundamental to Pure ATS and be introduced to ATS improv format and zilling. Movements will include Taxeem, Hand Floreos, Body Wave, Egyptian, Arabic, Hip Bump Combinations, Shimmies, Turns and other basic movements used in professional ATS improv. In this class, we will learn just how ATS dancers move! Zils are required for this class.

Intermediate-Advanced Class @ Saffron Dance:
Tribal 3 Technique: American Tribal Style
7:45 to 9:15 pm Wednesday @ Saffron Dance
** This class includes a 1/2 rehearsal each week to prepare for performance venues.

In this class we will learn how to take ATS movement and streamline your communication with each other according to the ATS format so that you can become prepared to dance with an ATS belly dance troupe. We will solidify your knowledge of cues and transitions and ATS performance formats so that you can enhance your ability to communicate with your fellow ATS dancers on the dance floor and create the amazing group improv that ATS is famous for. In the class we will introduce advanced variations to the basic ATS movements, introduce ATS advanced movements, streamline the ATS improv format so that you will be prepared to lead or follow with any ATS dancer, introduce partnering movements and advanced cues and transitions, and fully integrate zilling into all fast movement. Movements learned in this class will include calibrated spins, fades, advanced ATS combinations, floorwork, head balancing, and belly rolls. Zils are required for this class.

BEGINNING June 24th
ATS Technique for Belly Dancers (belly dance experience required, but no ATS experience needed)
American Tribal Style Performance Workshop
8:15 to 9:15 pm Tuesday @ Saffron Dance

This workshop series is intended for intermediate or advanced belly dancers, who are interested in learning the ATS format or for ATS dancers who are interested in a review of the ATS format. This class will assume knowledge of vertical figure 8s, ¾ shimmy, camels, body waves, snake arms, hips on the up and on the down, spinning basics, shoulder shimmy, and comfort in dancing with zils. In this series, we will learn ATS stylization for belly dance movement, movements specific to ATS, ATS cues and transitions, the group improv format, and zilling for ATS. This class will build on your firm belly dance knowledge and will provide the ATS stylization and format. We will also introduce advanced ATS movements as time permits. Zils are required for this class.

If you would like to sign up for the Saffron Dance classes, please go to the Saffron Dance website at: www.saffrondance.com

Jennifer has been studying American Tribal Style belly dance since 1996 with creator Carolena Nericcio, and became FatChanceBellyDance General Skills certified in June 2006. Jennifer continues her study with Carolena and will be repeating her General Skills Certification in September. Jennifer has also been accepted into Carolena’s prestigious Teacher Training program, and will be completing this in September as well. Jennifer has a strong connection to maintaining the authenticity of Pure ATS so that dancers can leave the classroom confident that they have received reliable, consistent Pure ATS instruction, so that they can dance with anyone in our global ATS tribe. Jennifer is dedicated to developing American Tribal Style belly dance technique for students and this format’s presence in the Washington, DC area. Jennifer is the Co-founder of Pure ATS dance troupe, Sammati, and is also an active board member of DC’s community tribal belly dance collective, DCTribal. During the day, Jennifer is a socially responsible investment advisor.

If you have any questions about any of the classes, please feel free to e-mail the instructor at: jchodge28@yahoo.com

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Souhail Kaspar & Rhythm & Movement workshop - April 26

Kostana — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 18:24:17 GMT

I just spent 3 hours working with Souhail. He has so much knowledge to share, and I feel he is a true gem to our dance community. Having worked with dancers like Farida Fahme and Fifi, not to mention having studied and played Arabic music - both classic style and cabaret - most of his life, he is very generous in sharing his experience with others.
Anyway, there are still slots available in his RHythm & Movement workshop tomorrow if anyone is free and wants to take it. His workshop will help you with both choreography and improvisation - working with live music and pre-recorded....
I think anyone, no matter their level of dancing (as long as they have some movement vocabulary) can benefit from working with him.
This is an incredible opportunity - don't miss it!
Details at www.wmfolklifecenter.org
Thanks!
Kostana

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Reyhan Tuzsuz & Turkish Romani dance

Kostana — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 22:39:24 GMT

I received a message today from one of Reyhan's longtime students and I want to share it because I think it's important that anyone who has gotten anything from this dance give something back to those who gave it to us.
This is Ferda's email (please read my comments at the end):
"...you know Reyhan Tusuz, the wonderful Turk Roman dance teacher from Gaziosmanpasa in Istanbul. Some of you have met with her and taken a class. I have been a friend and student of Reyhan's for 5 years and on my last visit I learned some very very upsetting news and I felt I had to do something.

Some of you may know about what has been happening in Sulukule in Istanbul the oldest and longest settlement of Roman people in the world. The current city government is demolishing the historic area, forcing the people (who happen to be Roman some of the most marginalized people in the world and very poor) to accept very limited money and leave their homes. The money is not enough for the families to buy another home in Istanbul as the house prices in Istanbul are very high. Therefore the people must leave Istanbul or pay rent (very high rent) until their limited mney is gone and then they will have nothing. The whole community and this unique culture are being scattered and are at risk of being lost. For more about this you can read this here http://www.casbahdance.org/2006/10/plans-to-demolish-sulukule-istanbuls.html or this http://romnews.com/community/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=1804 for more info.

But this email is about our friend and teacher and a great Rom ambassador to the world, Reyhan Tuzsuz. Last week I learned that Reyhan's family is being forced out of the gecekondo neighbourhood where they were born, where they have lived with their extended family, where their mother died, where her children were born and are being raised and where she has brought the world to learn about her clture and especially her dance. The world is richer for it. So, after witnessing Reyhan's sadness about losing her home and her fear for what they would do because the government will not pay the (very little) money until they leave their home, and she has no money to put a security deposit down to rent a new home in her neighbourhood, I felt I had to do something as Im sure you would, if you knew...

So here I am telling you all. If you would like to help, if you would like to contribue to preserving this treasure of a dance teacher in istanbul, THEN ...here is what you can do:

1. Send this message out to others who may want to help

2. Collect money from your community, even little bits will help THEN...2 options I can offer...

Reyhan has no bank account so the safest way to send money is by Western Union, I think. You can do it on-line with your credit card, (there is a 20% fee) give her name Reyhan Tuzsuz and her location (Istanbul Turkey) and then Reyhan goes to the nearest Western Union office to her with her ID card and picks up the money.

OR another option is you can visit the paypal website and go to the account yildizdanz@yahoo.com and the name Janet Shook. You can make a donation with no charge there.
Jennet has been a student of Reyhans for five years. She moved to Istanbul largely for the purpose of studying with Reyhan and helping her with her career. Janet manages many of Reyhans affairs and on several occasions before has used her account to transfer money to Reyhan.

This is our chance to help Reyhan and her family and to give other dancers a chance to learn with her. I hope together we can help this wonderful woman"

There is another way to help Reyhan. She is teaching in Washington, DC on May 17 & 18 at Herdeljezi (& also in NJ on the 19th and in NY on the 20th - if you contact me, I'll put you in touch with her sponsors there....).
Our "cause" this year is helping the Tuzsuz family get housing. Any proceeds after expenses are met and all artists are paid will be split between the WMFC and our gift to the Tuzsuz family. We will also have a collection box available for those who want to make personal contributions directly to Reyhan. Please spread the word and urge others to come as well.

We are also planning a tour with Janet Shook for the Tuzsuz family in the Fall which will include Turkish Romani, Oriental and Folk dance. However, this tour hinges on whether or not we can get artists visas for the Tuzsuz family - which is no easy task after 911.
However, I remain positive that we can pull it together. They will tour and teach and perform across the U.S. and all money will go to help them not only find a house but a studio where they can continue to teach and preserve their art & culture.
For those who don't know, Reyhan's husband is an amazing violin teacher and he also teaches percussion. Brad took classes with him while we were there.
I hope the entire community will come together to support this lady and her family. She is a true gem, and speaking personally I can say that she & Husnu have enriched my life one thousand-fold. I feel a great debt to her, and it is for that reason I will work my butt off to make this happen. But we can't do it alone. We need everyone's support. Please feel free to pass this info. along. I'll be posting everywhere, so I apologize for the crosspost.
yours in dance,
Kostana

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WAMEDA HAFLA WEEKEND 2008-SADIE'S COMING TO THE EAST COAST-SCHEDULE OF WORKSHOPS

sunday — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 16:50:14 GMT

WAMEDA, Inc. is proud to present SADIE!!
SEPTEMBER 13 & 14, 2008

REGISTER TODAY!!!!
GO TO:

http://wamedahafla2008.eventbrite.com

Internationally known superstar, performing artist, choreographer and instructor, SADIE will grace the East Coast with her presence at the much anticipated

WAMEDA, Inc. 2008 ANNUAL HAFLA

****(scroll to bottom for full schedule!)****

Be sure to join us for this exciting weekend of top-notch workshops and performances. Don't miss the opportunity to study with SADIE, the face of IAMED and the Hollywood Music Co.

Meet & Greet (pre-registration) September 12, 2008 7pm
(Enjoy Karaoke and open dance-bring your hip scarves!!)

You can also pre-register on a "first come, first serve" basis to perform at the Hafla with SADIE!

Take advantage of the "Three's a Charm" Special Discount!
(Sign-up for the full weekend of workshops and the performance dinner with
THREE or more people to save $10/person)

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US AT WAMEDAHAFLA2008@yahoo.com

Check her out at

www.sadiebellydancer.com
http://youtube.com/watch?v=YamDoDK71Ds

***SCHEDULE OF WEEKEND HAFLA 2008***
WORKSHOP TOPICS
Saturday; Drum Solo Secrets, Diva Within, Drum Solo Choreography
Saturday Evening Hafla Performance Dinner ft. SADIE!!!
Sunday; Shimmmy Time, Veil Choreography, Afro-Brazilian Samba

SATURDAY
10a.m.: "DRUM SOLO SECRETS"
Sadie is known world wide for her awesome drum solo technique and choreographies. She has been featured on many performance and instructional videos displaying her unique skill. In this workshop Sadie will take you through a series of exercises and drills that will break down ther technique and her drum solo secrets like "Pops" and "Locks" to help you develop sharper more defined isolations necessary for fast drum solo choreographies.

Noon: "DIVA WITHIN"
We all have a stage presence. Does yours say what you want it to? Learn how to own your stage and command an audience. There really are tips and techniques for making this possible. Clearly convey your emotions and set a mood, reach your audience, exchange energy, learn about your most powerful tools for accomplishing these tasks…..like your eyes and your body language! Learn how levels, spatial planes and different areas of the body when focalized, automatically set a feeling.

LUNCH 1p.m to 2 p.m.(On Your Own)

2p.m.: "DRUM SOLO CHOREOGRAPHY"
Experience the full potential of a Drum Solo. Sadie does not skip a beat. Learn how to apply the "Drum Solo Secrets" in one of Sadie's stellar Drum Solo choreographies!

**Saturday Night HAFLA Performance Dinner ft. SADIE!**
Doors Open 6:30 p.m./Dinner 7pm/Show at 8:30p.m.

SUNDAY
10 a.m.: “SHIMMMMMMMY TIME"
The shimmy is the dancers' fingerprint. No two people will shimmy the same. Are you ready to develop your signature shimmy? This workshop will cover the many variations of shimmies as well as add some exciting layers. It's a great workout and enhances coordination. Shimmy combos or choreography will be taught if time is allotted. Get ready to sweat!

12 - 1 LUNCH (On Your Own)

1-2:30pm: “VEIL CHOREOGRAPHY”
Once you learn how to play with and facilitate the veil, you'll be able to put it all together in a beautiful veil choreography.

2:45 - 4:15pm: "AFRO-BRAZILIAN / SAMBA"
Brazilian Samba is one of Sadie and Kaya's most requested classes and workshops. This workshop will break down some of the most popular moves and foot patterns in the Samba noPe`, the soloist dance seen at Rio's Carnaval and in many night clubs in Brazil, as well as many of the traditional Afro-Brazilian movements and add them together in exciting choreography or short combinations. Get ready to have a great time, burn some serious calories and add some spice to your dance vocabulary.

**JOIN WAMEDA TODAY FOR GREAT SAVINGS!! **

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Tiraz Bellydance Convention - April 12

ravenadesigns — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 03:26:53 GMT

Tiraz 2nd Annual Convention
Date: Saturday 04/12/08
Time: 11am to 2:00pm
Venue: Carver Center
200 Willie Palmer Way
Purcellville, VA 20132
Members: Free!
Non Members: $5
http://www.tirazdancenetwork.com/events.aspx

Imagine Rakkasah except smaller scale and closer to home ;-) More info to come!

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Videos for Sale

Farasha: aka Ellen — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:09:16 GMT

Culling the Herd..

IAMED's

Turbo shimmy with Celeste (retails for $35) asking $20 with $5 shipping
Finger Cymbals with Ansuya (retails for $45) asking $30 with $5

if you are local- you pick up- no shipping charge.

Belly Dance Arms and Posture- Rachel Brice- asking $8 with $5 shipping.

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She's coming back...and bringing friends!

Chandani — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 21:40:28 GMT

Viva Las Virginia! Featuring Aradia and Britt of Las Vegas and Chandani of Virginia!

WHEN: April 18th - 20th

WHERE: BodyWorks By Chandani
178 Suite C Thalia Village Shoppes
Virginia Beach, VA 23452

Schedule of Events:

FRIDAY APRIL 18th SCHEDULE:

4:00 pm Doors Open for Check In and Shopping
5:00 pm Spins and Turns with Aradia
7:30 pm Student Showcase at BWBC

SATURDAY APRIL 19th SCHEDULE:

8:00 am Doors Open for Check In and Shopping
9:00 am Arms and Hands with Chandani
11:30 am Finger Cymbals with Aradia
3:00 pm Stage Dynamics with Britt
8:00 pm Professional show at GF Keagans
**Reservations required**

SUNDAY APRIL 20th SCHEDULE:

8:00 am Doors Open for Check In and Shopping
9:00 am Sword Dancing with Chandani
11:30 am Travel Steps with Aradia
3:00 pm Intro to Tribal Fusion with Britt

Workshop Descriptions:

Spins and Turns:
Aradia will teach technique for beautiful spins and turns, and the transitions to get in and out of each. Combinations will be taught incorporating spins/turns with level changes and layers.

Arms and Hands:
Beautiful arms and hands are at your fingertips!
Chandani’s unique practice techniques teach you to layer, frame
and accent body movements while adding graceful arms to your dance.

Zills:
Aradia will teach the different zill patterns for Oriental
and Folkloric dance, technique for tuning your zills,
and getting different sounds from them, then a short
choreography will be taught incorporating zills into the dance.

Stage Dynamics for the Multi-level Troupe:
Utilize and incorporate the different experience levels and skill
sets of all members of a troupe & student troupe for stage performances. Simple and effective techniques for creating layers of breathtaking eye candy for your audience! While based in Tribal Improv theory, Britt teaches how these techniques can be useful for
troupes of any genre.

Sword Dancing:
Learn how to dance with a sword or scimitar! Chandani’s workshop teaches the history and traditions of sword dancing, tricks of the trade, balancing, stances and transitions. Participants need to bring in their own sword or scimitar.

Traveling Steps:
Learn to glide across the stage with ease, as Aradia teaches many of the beautiful traveling steps from the Lebanese style of dance. Fun and sassy layers will be added, as well as entrances and exits to get you on and off the stage to a Malfouf rhythm.

Intro to Tribal Fusion:
What is Tribal Fusion? Britt’s concepts, drills, and combos will get you started. This class will cover topics ranging from solos, duets & troupes to the various props, costuming and the musical styles of Tribal Fusion. Some discussion, lots of movement.

** Due to the size of the location, space is very limited for these workshops. Registrations are on a first come, first served basis. Contact Chandani for a registration form.

COST:

Individual Workshops

$20 each for Spins, Arms and Sword by April 2nd -
$25 after April 2nd

$30 each for Zills, Stage Dynamics, Travel Steps and Fusion by April 2nd
$35 after April 2nd

Saturday Workshops Only (April 19th)
$90 by April 2nd - $95 after April 2nd

Sunday Workshops Only (April 20th)
$90 by April 2nd - $95 after April 2nd

Whole Weekend (Including Friday – Sunday Workshops and Friday Show)
$170 by April 2nd - $200 after April 2nd

Student Hafla $5 (Friday night)

For more information or to register contact Chandani at:
EMAIL: bwbchandani@gmail.com
PHONE: (757) 313-8000
WEBSITE: www.chandani.net

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New webpage...

arielarielariel — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 18:42:34 GMT

www.arielbellydance.com

Thanks to Shems for the awesome designs. Would love to exchange links with anyone.

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Bellydance Benefit for Kaihea this Saturday - April 12th!

AlexandraS — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 20:43:31 GMT

I am hosting a Bellydance Benefit for Kaihea this Saturday, April 12th, at the Gravity Lounge www.gravity-lounge.com in downtown Charlottesville. Doors open to the public at 1:30 pm, show starts at 2. Admission is $10 for adults/ $8 for students (with ID), and $5 for kids. We have some fantastic performers lined up, showcasing Belly Dance in all its forms (American Cabaret, Egyptian, Tribal Fusion), Hip Hop, and Polynesian dance. It's going to be a great show! Plus we'll have open dancing after the show.

Charlottesville is a little bit of a drive for those of you in the DC area, but we'd love to see you if you can come down!

All proceeds are going to Kaihea. www.kaihea.com.

Alexandra
www.bellysouk.com

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Photo Shoots in Washington DC! :)

pixievision — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:02:22 GMT

My traveling studio is coming from Los Angeles to Washington DC soon~

Here are my remaining times still left...
Friday 4/11 - 4:30pm until 10pm
Saturday 4/12 - 10am until 12:30pm
Sunday 4/13 - 2:30pm until 10pm

I specialize in musicians, fire performance and belly dance photography but I also love to shoot families, all forms of dance, fashion, weddings and all kinds of events.

See my website for examples of my work~ www.PixieVisionProductions.com

My rate for shooting is $250 per hour. Please email pixie@pixievisionproductions.com for more info~ :)

~Pixie

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April 6th: Workshop with Ariel at Studio Artemis!

arielarielariel — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:37:35 GMT

I'm teaching a workshop!
at Studio Artemis in Silver Spring, MD
Sunday, April 6th, 2008
11 AM – 1 PM

Lines and Geometric Shapes: A Guide to Carving Your Place in Space

Dancers create lines and shapes with their bodies as they move through space. This class will teach you how to frame your movement to suit the aesthetic your dance aspires to. We will discuss how to—use lines to define and accentuate a movement, effectively use the space on a stage, create interesting shapes on stage with other dancers, create shapes to compliment a musical phrase, cater movements to a certain style or mood. Class is open to all levels, although at least 6 months of study is suggested.

$35 preregister/$40 at the door

To register, contact Ariel at: arielbellydance @ graffiti.net

Stay tuned for an upcoming workshop at Studio Artemis with Miasia!

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$100 Dance Scholarship

Sandra — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:27:55 GMT

Katayoun mentioned it in the other Tiraz Belly Dance Convention thread, but here it is in more detail:

One of the many raffle prizes that will be given away on 4-12 at the Tiraz Convention will be a $100 Dance Scholarship. You must be present to win and everyone who enters the convention will receive one ticket. The scholarship is for live dance instruction only by a verifiable teacher. No videos or costumes. The winner will inform the Tiraz treasurer (Shukufeh) of her or his intentions and a check will be mailed directly to the instructor. It can be broken up in to two or three payments if necessary.

This scholarship fits perfectly with Tiraz' first mission statement, "To educate and connect the Middle Eastern dance community".

I hope to see you there!

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Tiraz Belly Dance Convention-SURPRISE DOOR PRIZE!

Sandra — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 12:45:09 GMT

We had too much to do in 3 hours that we added another!!! Come and see Yucy and her troupe demonstrating a Debke line dance, Miramar performing Hagallah, Rhythm & Cues Tribal Belly Dance, Kostana with a Rromani demonstration, and Aliya as well as side-line demonstrations by Gerson, the Fitness Pharaoh, Cleopatra's Closet and Eye Kandy, and Zraya's veils!!!

Breaking News!!! One of the five door prizes will be very valuable and something every dancer can use!!! Something never before offered in the DC area!!! Watch for more details!

Free Networking Table!

Tiraz 2nd Annual Convention

Date: Saturday 04/12/08 Time: 11am to 3:00pm
Venue: Carver Center, 200 Willie Palmer Way, Purcellville, VA 20132
Contact: info@tirazdancenetwork.com Members: Free! Non Members: $5

Shop ‘til you drop for costumes, music and accessories at the vendor and swap tables.

Vendors:
Cleopatra's Closet, Ravena Designs, The Fitness Pharaoh, Funky Monkey, Miramar, Zilley, Mima, and others!

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

Mek — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 03:41:08 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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SADIE COMES TO THE EAST COAST!! ON SALE NOW!!!

sunday — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 18:51:46 GMT

Purchase tickets RIGHT NOW on eventbrite...

http://wamedahafla2008.eventbrite.com

Internationally known superstar, performing artist, choreographer and instructor,
SADIE will grace the East Coast with her presence at the much anticipated

WAMEDA, Inc. 2008 ANNUAL HAFLA

Be sure to join us for this exciting weekend of top-notch workshops and performances. Don't miss the opportunity to study with SADIE, the face of IAMED and the Hollywood Music Co.

Meet & Greet (pre-registration) September 12, 2008 7pm
(Enjoy Karaoke and open dance-bring your hip scarves!!)

You can also pre-register on a "first come, first serve" basis to perform at the Hafla with SADIE!

Take advantage of the "Three's a Charm" Special Discount!

(Sign-up for the full weekend of workshops and the performance dinner with

THREE or more people to save $10/person)

Check her out at

www.sadiebellydancer.com

http://youtube.com/watch?v=YamDoDK71Ds

JOIN WAMEDA TODAY FOR GREAT SAVINGS!!

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IT'S OFFICIAL: SADIE (CO) 2008 WAMEDA Annual Hafla Invitee!! :)

brandonoasisdc — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 16:51:48 GMT

http://www.wameda.org
http://www.sadiebellydancer.com

I knew for about a week thanks to her online newsletter, but saw that WAMEDA was finalizing everything and decided to wait before exploding the news, but Sadie (with her new IAMED DVD of Slow Moves Taqsims/Cheftetellis comes out next week, hopefully) will be the guest featured performer at WAMEDA's 2008 hafla event in September (the 12th-14th), and she'll be doing a weekend of workshops in accordiance of her DVD and personal teachings.
This is HUGE for both Sadie and WAMEDA, getting a catch like her to grace our area (and to say tthe least, I've been begging to find a way of getting her to come to the DC area for the longest time). Give the WAMEDA brass a good pat on the back and a bearhug for this one, next to watching and meeting Deleilah and Aziza, this will be the best after-birthday present I could've gotten. :)

PS--HMC (Hollywood Music Center)'s Nher has anticipated the 3 DVDs Sadie shot late '07 with them should start seeing a release date of early April (at the moment), and the ears from a distance claim it was one of her best efforts and HMC's best shoots in their DVD works, so that's also somethng to look forward to...

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new dancer in Silver Spring...

samirashuruk — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:32:03 GMT

Hey people,
Will the person who contacted the owner of Taste of Morocco in Silver Spring and offered to dance for free please contact me? :)
thanks,
Samira

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Mardi, Rachel and Zoe...in DC

ebyland — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 20:33:43 GMT

A Fancy Weekend Spectacular

Starring live, in person, The Indigo…
Rachel Brice
Mardi Love
Zoe Jakes

Two studios (both located at Sahara Dance Silver Spring), three days, 12 workshops, 1 show.
Weekend cost includes one workshop from each timeslot (schedule below).

Don’t forget to get your tickets to the show!

the scoop:
saharadance.com/workshops/

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I Have no Belly Dance music to perform to!

sonia — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 18:15:33 GMT

Can anyone help? What music do you guys perform to when you are doing gigs?

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This Wednesday: Benefit for Kaihea - Fire in the Belly II

asharah — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 15:28:46 GMT

Join us for a celebration of life!

Kaihea is a fusion belly dancer and fire performer in the Washington D.C. area who has been battling a serious illness for several years. For the first time ever at the Palace of Wonders, the fire and belly dance communities are coming together on stage to show their support and help raise funds for her medical bills. The show will acts by performers from near and far, and is well worth the cost of admission, even if it weren't for such a great cause. Join us for a wonderful evening of dance, fire, music, and celebration of life.

Performances by Alazka, Alexis, Asharah, Belladonna, Bronwen, Cari, Eugenia, Hilary, Ignytor, Loup de Loup, Malibu, Mavi, Na'la, Samira, Sera, and Silver Raven.

Wednesday, March 26th, 9:00pm

Palace of Wonders
1210 H St NE, Washington, DC

Buy your tickets here: www.BrownPaperTickets.com/event/29644

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Chebb i Sabbah in DC!

mavi — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 21:24:10 GMT

March 14th!

CHEB i SABBAH
DEVOTION CD RELEASE PARTY:
At Bohemian Caverns/LIV
Featuring: cheb i sabbah + v:shal kanwar
+ janaka selekta + dj darko + julez + daniel phoenix singh / dakshina + mavi
www.bohemiancaverns.com
March, 14 2008
2001 11th St, NW (at U St.), Washington DC, Washington DC 20001
Cost : $12 adv $15 door

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March 16: Suhaila Format wkshp with Alexis!

kaihea — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:57:26 GMT

A quick reminder that we are having the last workshop in this series on Sunday! Yes, *this* Sunday! Sorry for the late notice...I hope to see many of you there! :)

Suhaila will be in Charlottesville, Va. in just a few short weeks. This is our last chance to train and get ready for three days of drills!

We are still accepting dancers who are new to the Suhaila format...
For more information and pre-registration:
http://www.kaihea.com/events.html

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Turkish Rom Dance Classes in Glen Echo Park

Kostana — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 19:15:01 GMT

Hi All! Just a reminder to folks interested in learning more traditional Turkish Rom steps, gestures and combinations.
I'm teaching an 8-week series at Glen Echo Park in Maryland on Monday nights 7:30pm - 8:30pm starting on March 31.
We will be focusing more on Rom folkloric/social dancing elements which can also be included in your Oriental dance. We will be exploring the Romani 9/8 rhythm based on what I"ve been studying with Reyhan, so hopefully it will be new to some of you, viewing video footage of actual Romani men & women dancing (in one class), and I may teach a few new steps I've learned from Turkish folkdancers as well.
Last class is Monday after Herdeljezi Festival, so we will be able to review some of what is taught at the festival...
There is a MINIMUM of 5 people needed for the class to run. So far, 3 are signed up. Don't wait too late to sign up!
To register: www.glenechopark.org
Click on "Classes & Workshops" and "Spring Schedule 2008". Turkish Rom is listed under "Folk". It's $120 for 8 weeks. A steal of a deal!
Thanks!
Kostana

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ZOMG!!! It's ALMOST HERE!!!!!

Mabjustmab — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 20:06:14 GMT

Less than one week to go!

March 15th, 2008
At the ECACollective
733 Euclid St NW Washington DC 20001

Pot Luck Swap Meet Party!
Hafla and Swap Meet - 4:00pm - 7:00pm.
$5 / $10 to bring items

There will be dance costumes, tassel belts, jewelry, DVDs and CDs, Melodia pants and Flying Skirts!
not to mention THINGS!! STUFF!! ~AND~ JUNK!!!

Bring tribal belly dance items to swap or sell! Limited table space available.

No party is complete without food, so bring a dish to share! Live music! Open dancing!

And a special raffle to benefit Kaihea, president of DCTribal, who is battling ovarian cancer.

Volunteer opportunities for the March 15th DCTribal Hafla! some of the volunteer options include -

set up - arrive at 3:30 and help set up tables, chairs and decoration.
sign-in table/welcoming committee - 1 hour shifts between 4 - 7 pm
clean up/load out - 7:00-7:30

perks for volunteering include (but are not limited to):
* No cover charge to get in
* Getting to meet folks as they come in
* You get to say you are part of the crew!
* volunteers make things happen, and that makes volunteers COOL!
* for the folks that help set up, you get to look at the stuff for sale first!
* cool stickers that show your DCT pride!

give as much or as little as you like! that's the joy of being a DCTribal Volunteer!

If you are interested in coordinating a music set, or volunteering please send an email to Mab - Mab@DCTribal.com

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Artemis Student show on March 30th and Folktours camp in May!

arielarielariel — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 14:04:24 GMT

• Studio Artemis will host our Student Recital at Mem Sahib Restaurant on March 30th! All current and previous students of Artemis are invited to perform but you MUST register with Artemis by March 25th and you MUST make a reservation for yourself and your friends with the restaurant at (301) 468-0098. Performing include: Artemis, Miasia, Ariel, Jehna, Aziza Azhar, Carey, Jen, Noa Reyhan, Pam Pearson and more! The restaurant location is 4840 Boiling Brook Parkway, Rockville, Maryland 20852. Cost for the show and delicious buffet meal is $15. Show starts at 2:00 and will end by 4:00. Performers please arrive at 1:00.

• Folk Tours Middle Eastern Music and Dance Camp will be held in May 23 - 26, 2008 in Pennsylvania. Go to www.folktours.com . Our sixth year of top notch instructors, musicians and dancers in a delightful woodland setting. DANCE TEACHERS: Fahtiem, Morocco, Artemis Mourat, Karim Nagi, Christina King, Ede Thurrell, Ibrahim Tunc and Tayyar Akdeniz! MUSIC TEACHERS: Seido Salifoski, Karim Nagi, Ali Kahya, Souren Baronian, Mike Uzatmaciyan, Sami Abu Shumays, Rachid Halihal, Tayyar Akdeniz and SPECIAL GUESTS! Camp Greenlane lies nestled among hundreds of beautiful rolling acres in rural, pristine, eastern Pennsylvania (Montgomery County). Visit our website and sign up now for our early bird special price! Experience the magic of singing, dancing, and making music in nature. Enjoy three hearty meals a day, dormitory style cabins or camping in the woods. There will be lots and lots of music and dance classes, nightly dance parties with extraordinary music, professional and student cabaret performances with live music, vendors, massage

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