Two great belly dance shows in the ‘burg in one night… who would’ve thought?
Mark and I originally thought that we’d have to skip the shows last night, since we were planning to go out of town. But, we decided to delay for a night.
First we saw Kostana perform at Nader’s Middle Easter Café. As always, she was lovely and energetic, wearing a beautiful black and red costume. It was good to see every table filled at Nader’s. They have delicious food and, to me and Mark, the best hookahs in town.
Next we saw Kawakib at Aladin’s. Aladin’s had good hummus and was packed for the show. Watching Kawakib dance is part entertainment, part education. She performed to some songs that we have used in class, but watching her add her Egyptian-style magic always gives me inspiration and insight into how the dance is meant to be. Yep, this is why she’s a pro! The little nuances, her relaxed but elegant delivery… in the words of Bill and Ted, “I’m not worthy!” :) She had to deal with some technical problems with the sound system, and some zealous “stage hogs” (OK, I was miffed that she seemed to have to hold back with the cane routine so as not to hit the people who just got up and joined her. She was very gracious, but watching Kawakib perform Raks Assaya is a treat and I wanted the interlopers to sit down!).
BTW, Mark’s appreciation for the nuances of the dance continues to grow. Last night he remarked, “I like the way Kawakib looks at her hips when she does a hip move. It helps the audience focus on the move she is doing.” :) Yep, he’s officially a belly dance connoisseur! Or at least he knows good dance when he sees it.
Thanks, Kostana and Kawakib, for bringing your talents to the ‘burg.
Tonight, it’s Adara Janaani at Nader’s. Check it out!
Mark and I originally thought that we’d have to skip the shows last night, since we were planning to go out of town. But, we decided to delay for a night.
First we saw Kostana perform at Nader’s Middle Easter Café. As always, she was lovely and energetic, wearing a beautiful black and red costume. It was good to see every table filled at Nader’s. They have delicious food and, to me and Mark, the best hookahs in town.
Next we saw Kawakib at Aladin’s. Aladin’s had good hummus and was packed for the show. Watching Kawakib dance is part entertainment, part education. She performed to some songs that we have used in class, but watching her add her Egyptian-style magic always gives me inspiration and insight into how the dance is meant to be. Yep, this is why she’s a pro! The little nuances, her relaxed but elegant delivery… in the words of Bill and Ted, “I’m not worthy!” :) She had to deal with some technical problems with the sound system, and some zealous “stage hogs” (OK, I was miffed that she seemed to have to hold back with the cane routine so as not to hit the people who just got up and joined her. She was very gracious, but watching Kawakib perform Raks Assaya is a treat and I wanted the interlopers to sit down!).
BTW, Mark’s appreciation for the nuances of the dance continues to grow. Last night he remarked, “I like the way Kawakib looks at her hips when she does a hip move. It helps the audience focus on the move she is doing.” :) Yep, he’s officially a belly dance connoisseur! Or at least he knows good dance when he sees it.
Thanks, Kostana and Kawakib, for bringing your talents to the ‘burg.
Tonight, it’s Adara Janaani at Nader’s. Check it out!
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