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.:. A Potential Dolphina Workshop In RI .:.

2008-10-10T22:51:40Z

edited by me but posted in Support of : Barbara, of Tiverton, RI

From Barbara : " Hostessing a GoddessLife Workshop with The Dancing Spirit Studio Community!!!!!!!!!!!
Something new, completely different, cutting edge,timely!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dear Dancing Community,
Dolphina of Goddesslife : " http://www.dolphina.com" and "http:// www.goddesslife.com" is traveling the world, spreading her uplifting message that " Every woman is a Goddess"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
In spirit when I say " Stand up straight, head lights up, chin up etc, my message is the same - feel strong , positive, powerful, femanine, elegant ,ready

Dolphina's music is the music I begin almost every Belly Dance class with It is the music we " dance/ walk " to It is the music I have been working with since I first began studying Mid East/ Oriental/ Belly Dance .
Her music inspired my development of the walking rhythms which many have learned It was my students walk/ dancing to her music that inspired me to write the article on the " Walking/ Life/Dance Rhythms"

Dolphina can come to RI...BUT...We need to gather 30 or more Dancing Goddesses.
Check Her out :
"http://www.dolphina.com"
"http://www.goddesslife.com"
Let me know what you think!!!!!

Exciting fun for the dancing spirit goddess community in Tiverton ,RI, and surrounding areas..Please come join us.
Let's try something new and shake things up!!!!! If we gather 30 or more dancers together we will dance in a bigger space

The world is all connected and reinventing itself all the time

This will be a great chance to NETWORK with your community, to share the work and ideas that you love
Share your BIZ cards and everything you would like to share including things to sell.
Make new friends connect with your community in a new way - and in an old way - like women did many moons ago -
dancing, talking, laughing, dressing up, dressing each other, sharing the many joys, sorrows and secrets of being a woman

You never know what will be next, but you must be ready..................
ox Barbara ::: "http://www.thedancingspirit.com"
Questions? Call 401 338 9905

Message from Dolphina
My desire is to take what I've been doing here at the Goddess Center with my
community and open it to the world community.your community! The Goddess
Center can be everywhere and I'm taking it on the road! Read all about the
workshop at: " http://goddesslife.com/workshops"........................................................."See ya there I hope. MdR

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Rakassah traveler seeking rideshare- Help please!

2008-06-04T13:09:17Z

Hi MA area bellydancers. I'm looking for a ride between the Boston area and Rakassah, and am happy to pitch in significantly for gas & road-snacks. I have to be there from Friday afternoon through Sunday evening to help a vendor there and my ride situation fell through last minute. If you know anyone heading down, please put us in contact- save your friends money and save me a ton of hassle navigating the MA-NJ bus system. I'd also travel up to Providence or anywhere on a commuter rail from Boston as I'd so much rather ride with a dancer than greyhound.

I can be reached at syprina@gmail.com.

Naomi

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Help Wanted - Rakkasah Spring Caravan - June 6-8

2008-06-03T11:19:28Z

From Hope (Hope.Mandel@nielsen.com) forwarded to the list by Erzulie:

Hope speaking: Hi. I am suddenly finding myself without a helper for the 3 day Rakkasah Spring Caravan in Somerset, NJ from June 6-8. I am looking for the following:

June 6- 2-7 pm - someone to help me unload and set up at the show
June 6 - 7 pm-11 pm - people to help attend booth/sell

June 7 - noon- 10 pm - people to help attend booth/sell

June 8 - noon-8 pm - people to help attend booth/sell
June 8 pm - people to help break down booth and pack trailer

This could be one person or 20 people! I will pay $20 in merchandise credit per hour. I have room for one person in my car leaving from Shelton, CT at noon on Friday and a spare bed in my room at the hotel for anyone willing to help set up and/or break down. This is where I need the most help.

I know some of you may be already planning on going so if you want to just sign up for a 2 hour shift, that would be great! I'm flexible so let me know how you can help. Thanks so much!

Also, I will be vending on June 20 at Marco Polo in E. Hartford, June 22 at Mango Tree Fitness, June 27 or 28 at Clarion Hotel and June 29 in Boston so if you have any interest in helping, especially in the set up or break down, please let me know!

Thanks so much!
Hope

Hope.Mandel@nielsen.com
203-926-6926 office
203-856-1330 cell

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student showcase June 11th in Newburyport MA!

2008-05-24T11:46:08Z

Middle Eastern Dance At The Grog! (downtown Newburyport)
Graduates of Leodunya's BD class will perform as well as past
students and local dancers, admission is $5.00 and the first dancer
goes on at 8 pm, all proceeds to benefit Newburyport Continuing Education..
For more information contact me...
Hope to see you there!
~Maria

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Worcester PURE practice - Sunday

2008-05-23T16:18:17Z

Don't forget that Worcester PURE practice is this sunday, May 25th from 10AM-noon at Dancing EMber Studio
51 Union St, Suite 118
Worcester, MA

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Space is Filling Up!

2008-05-20T15:33:22Z

Space is filling up quickly for the Jane Doe Benefit on August 17th!

If you are interested in performing please contact me at Zehara@aol.com

Its looking to be a great show!!!

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Calling All Performers!

2008-05-19T19:48:17Z

I am pleased to announce that the 3rd Annual Belly Dance Benefit for Jane Doe Inc in Memory of Melissa L. Namey will be held on Sunday, August 17th from 1-5pm @ The Middle East Upstairs. This years benefit will be entitled “Celebration in Rhythm”

I will need:

Belly Dancers: of all levels and styles!!! Last year we had performers from gothic to traditional---I am welcoming high amounts of creativity this year!

Drummers: I am planning on having a healing drum circle at the end of the show!

Vendors: Come sell your goods! To save a spot, I am asking for a $25.00 vendor fee

Volunteers: It’s pretty easy. I just need some people to help me setup and take down.

DONATIONS! DONATIONS! DONATIONS!

I am looking for all sorts of fun goodies to have at the raffle this year. Private lessons, group lessons, belly goodies, fun stuff!!!

If you are interested in performing, donating, drumming, ect., please contact me at Zehara@aol.com with “Jane Doe” in the Subject line.

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~Bellydance for the Troops~ Fundraiser, May 17th, Plymouth MA

2008-05-13T01:13:10Z

Join the Northeast Bellydance Association's Southeast Chapter
For the 2nd Annual

~ BELLYDANCE FOR THE TROOPS ~ Fundraiser!

Dinner & Show to benefit the 26th BCT Family Readiness Group of the National Guard
(helping families overcome financial hardships while mom or dad is deployed overseas)

Saturday, May 17th, 2008
Doors open at 7pm

At Shangri~La Indian Restaurant
56 Main Street, Plymouth MA

Advanced tickets: $30 Tickets at the door: $35
Contact Faith: 508-813-0306 or Elena: 508-888-2210 / ElenaElAmar@yahoo.com

*Last year this event was a great success & we sold out!* We raised over $1600 for families who's spouses were deployed overseas! Delicious Indian cuisine, cash bar, & some of the area's best dancers! See you there!

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Cassandra and Habiba at Oasis Dance Camp - East

2008-05-08T16:31:31Z

Oasis Dance Camp East July 9 - 13, 2008
Phoenicia, New York
www.oasisdancecamp.com
Study with Cassandra and Guest teacher Habiba! Habiba will be teaching Tunisian dance.

OASIS DANCE CAMP EAST will be held at Menla Mountain Retreat & Conference Center, located in the historic Catskill Mountains of New York State. Surrounded by a national forest preserve, the retreat center offers complete privacy in a tranquil setting. The facilities are modern and comfortable, an ideal setting for Oasis. The woodland valley is an authorized Audubon Society bird sanctuary. Menla Mountain is operated by Tibet House US. For more information about Menla Mountain Retreat: click here.

CAMP FEE: $675
4 nights lodging
All meals and snacks
All classes and special activities
Manual and CD
A $100 deposit is required with your registration ($50 nonrefundable).

OPTIONS:
Video Critique: $15: A personal, private and gentle critique with Cassandra. Bring a short video of yourself, cued up. Limited number sign-up on registration form.
ODC T-Shirt Price: $20 We order extra shirts but cannot guarantee a shirt unless you pre-order. There is also a cost savings by pre-ordering your shirt. Please state size on registration form.
Relaxing massages are available, bring an extra bed sheet and sign up at camp.
Camp video or DVD, includes demonstration of choreographies as well as the entire Hafla and other camp happenings. Order video/DVD at camp.
Private percussion class with Nicole. Sign up at camp. (Group class included with camp fee.)
Oasis is also holding camps with the same instructors in Michigan, Washington State and Florida...and is planning to return to Morocco for the third time this November.

For information on all the camps, visit: www.oasisdancecamp.com
Or contact Camp Director Jean Courter: saida@oasisdancecamp.com or 904-823-9501

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Riskallah Riyad Sunday, July 13, 2008

2008-05-08T14:31:22Z

The Boston Chapter NBDA Presents Riskallah Riyad

Sun, July 13, 2008
Workshop and Show Oriental Style

Riskallah Riyad is a renowned Oriental dancer and choreographer. She brings extraordinary energy, creativity, and thoughtfulness to the classroom, always seeking new ways to educate and inspire the students. Her classes are both fun and thought provoking for every level, giving material that will stay permanently in your repertoire.

Riskallah Riyad has taught workshops and weekly dance classes for over 30 years including workshops and master classes in major cities on the East Coast and California. She has performed in clubs in New York, Boston, Washington DC, and Connecticut and in stage shows including Round Hill Theater in Greenwich, CT and Columbia University in NYC. A student of such masters as the late Ibrahim Farrah, Valarie Camille, Elena Lentini, and Marta Zorina, she is herself a master teacher. She currently directs the Riskallah Riyad Dance
Theatre Company, which performs in area events and theater productions. See www.riskallah.com for a complete biography

Where: Ancient Art Studios, 590 Berkley St, Berkley, MA. (www.ancientartstudios.com)
What: Riskallah Riyad will be teaching an Oriental choreography.
12:00-1:30 class
1:30-2:30 break
2:30-4:00 class
4:00-5:00 break
5:00-7:00 show. Bring a pillow or cushion to sit on.

The show is open to workshop participants with a limited number of slots. If you would like to perform, contact Phaedra to sign up. Shows should be no longer than 5 minutes. If you can, put only your music on a CD and send it to Phaedra in advance.

For information contact Phaedra at 781.329.1484 or maryanna@ziplink.net, or Erzulie at 617.686.1863 or erzulie@erzuliedancer.com
Name______________________________________________________
Address________________________________________________________________________________
Phone_________________ Email________________
Workshop: $50. show included, $45 for NBDA members ______ at ______ = ______
Show only: $10. ______ at ______ = ______
Total enclosed ______

Make check out to Mary Anna Brown and send to Mary Anna Brown, 19 Violet Ave, Dedham, MA 02026

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Please Read

2008-05-08T14:23:09Z

I am writing this to inform local area dancers that a man named Craig Sutton may call you. He owns “Sutton Entertainment” a booking agency that hires belly dancers for corporate events. On 3/30 I did a gig for him, against my gut feelings, and had a terrible experience. I only took the gig after speaking to someone who has worked with him in the past and did not have an issue then.

When I arrived at the restaurant, he was clearly intoxicated and was very touchy-feely. Mind you I had only had several phone conversations with him and this was the first time meeting him. Furthermore, I arrived on time and had to wait past my scheduled performance time because the DJ that was hired for the event didn’t know how to use the sound system. Craig asked me, “So can you just dance to whatever the DJ plays,” in which I told him no because I have a routine worked out to the music I brought with me. My music just started to play out of the blue, with no indication or notice from Craig that the DJ finally figured out the system and I would be going on. During the course of the evening Craig told me that should anyone ask him how to book me for an event I should give them HIS contact information and not my own.

I was promised a decent amount of money for the evening. I still have not received the check for that event, and still have not received a clear answer as to when I would receive it. In fact the reply I received was “You're correct in asking. Technically it would have been the end of last week but unfortunately, "Uncle Sam" got the Lion's share last week!” Apparently I don’t get paid until he gets paid, or can afford to pay me. I have since been told the check would be in the mail tomorrow but we will see.

Moreover, he’s asked me to do another gig for him this week (in which I declined-I am not working for someone when I still haven’t gotten paid for the last gig!)…but he “warned” me that the budget has been cut and I would only be getting paid $125.00 for two 5 minute sets…clearly not worth the hassle since I charge $150 for a 10 minute belly gram!

I am writing this warning now because I have a feeling that he may start trolling around the web (that is how he gets your contact info) to look for another dancer for tomorrow night. Actually I am not even sure if he even does get your name from web because when he initially called and I asked him how he got my name he couldn’t give me a straight answer. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE be careful. He’s shady and not very trustworthy and I do regret doing the show that evening, save for the fact that I can warn everyone else.

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Bellydance Classes at Dancing Ember Studio

2008-05-07T13:00:06Z

Hi all!
We have a new session of classes coming up soon at Dancing Ember Studio, including beginner bellydance, tribal improvisation, and beyond beginner (this week) as well as some new classes which include tribal fusion, Drop-in drills, a kid's class and Gothic Fusion/Creative Performance.

Here re the details:
Beginner Bellydance Classes - New Session begins MAY 26th and 29th; Mondays 7:30-8:30PM, THursdays 6-7PM (same class)

Beyond Beginner Bellydance - New Session begins THIS WEEK: Mondays 6:30-7:30PM, Thursdays 7-8PM

Tribal Improvisation 1 - New Session Begins May 21st. Wednesdays 6-7PM (THIS IS A NEW DAY AND TIME FOR THIS CLASS)

Tribal Improvisation 2A, 1A, and 2 - New Session begins May 20th - Tuesdays 2A: 6-7PM, 1A: 7-8PM, 2:8-9PM (THIS IS A NEW DAY AND TIME FOR TRIBAL 2A)

Tribal Improvisation 3 - NEW CLASS for graduates of Tribal 2A. Wednesdays: 7-8PM. New Session Begins May 21st

Tribal Fusion - NEW CLASS FOR INTERMEDIATE DANCERS. New Session Begins May 21st; Wednesdays 8-9PM

Gothic Fusion/Creative Performance - NEW CLASS FOR advanced beginner dancers. New session begins May 22nd; Thursdays 8-9PM

Bellydance for Kids - NEW CLASS for kids ages 6-12. Thursdays 4:30-5:30PM New Session begins May 22nd

Drop in drills - NEW CLASS for all dancers. Begins this Friday: Fridays 6:30-7:30PM

Contact Phoenix for more details or to register!!

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Person for Hire: Lighting... Help!

2008-05-04T23:04:24Z

Hey! Everyone knows what lighting can do for an event... *good* things! We are trying to find someone in or around MA to help with a May event...

Does anybody know anyone who has professional equipment that works for hire? I'd really appreciate any help!

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Soulful Shimmy - Local Belly Dance Article

2008-05-04T14:22:24Z

Soulful shimmy: Belly dancing can be exercise, path to self-connection By Deborah Allard
Herald News Staff Reporter
Posted May 02, 2008

http://www.heraldnews.com/lifestyle/x1611222163

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June Events?

2008-05-02T21:00:01Z

I'm looking to take a trip the 13th of June weekend. Are there any workshops or the like happening Boston then? Thanks!

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Anyone going to Raqia's workshop May 17th/18th?

2008-05-02T19:45:10Z

I was wondering if anyone from the New England area was going to the Raqia Hassan workshop being held at the:

Lexington Hotel
6400 Oxen Hill Road
Oxen Hill, MD 20745

Or does anyone know the quickest, easiest or least time coming way to get to the D.C./Virginia/Maryland area?

Thanks!

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LifeDance Bellydance Workshop: Graceful Goddess

2008-04-27T23:55:59Z

********LifeDance Workshop with Sanaa Amel!********

This "Graceful Goddess" workshop will be focused on veil technique!
Come learn to how to manipulate your veil with beauty and grace. We will learn a variety of sweeps, turns, covers, flourishes, poses, and travel. We will also learn about body lines, relaxation, and space usage. All levels are welcome.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~``Date: Friday, May 9th ~ 6:30-9:00pm
At: The Westfield Yoga Center
94 N. Elm Street
Suite 211
Westfield, MA

workshop price is $25

For more information or to register please contact Sanaa here on tribe or at: Sanaa.Amel@gmail.com
or call (413) 642-3128

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Beginning Bellydance classes in Salem, MA with Aepril Schaile

2008-04-27T14:28:31Z

Beginning Bellydance at The Oracle Chamber, 142 Derby Street, Salem, MA

Bellydance Basics: Shimmying Hips with a Dark Twist

Learn the elegant, sensual, and sacred art of Bellydance! Get in shape, develop more confidence, and increase your mystique while learning basic Bellydance vocabulary with an emphasis on dramatic expression, and with a darker feel. We will also touch upon the history, drama, and costuming of an emerging dance form, Gothic Bellydance. No prior experience necessary!
6 Wednesdays:
May 21-June 25th
7:15-8:15 pm
$72 for the series.
***The space is magickal, and small. This class will fill up fast. Register soon!!***

Register here: http://www.aeprilschaile.com/bellydanceclasses.htm
For more about the space (Michael and Terese's shoppe): http://www.theoraclechamber.com/Bellydance.html

Class includes some basic yoga stretches and moving meditation as part of instruction. You can bring a yoga mat if you wish. Please wear comfortable clothing, and bring something to tie around your hips if you like, in order to better feel your hip movements!

*More info shortly on Aepril's mixed levels class, also in Salem, at a space TBA:

Also coming up: Bellydance Fitness classes at the Salem YMCA. Details posted soon!

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May 10 show in Newburyport!!

2008-04-26T03:23:19Z

Hi all

Just wanted to drop a reminder about our show on May 10,

Mirror Dance and Ancient Fire Henna present

“The Spice of Life, An Evening of Middle Eastern Dancing”

Showcasing local and regional dancers of traditional, folkloric, tribal and gypsy styles

Saturday May 10, 2008 7-9 PM

Belleville Congregational Church Hall
300 High Street Newburyport MA
(Exit 57 from I 95, go east approx 1.2 miles)

Admission $ 7.00, complimentary refreshments

For more information contact me at 978 388 4148

Hope to see you all there!

~Maria

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looking for ride to Ancient Art for Nourhan -> Tayyar workshop this Saturday

2008-04-25T15:43:21Z

Hi everybody,

I'm looking for a ride to the Tayyar Akdeniz workshop this Saturday at Ancient Art Studios. Is there anyone going who can let me mooch a ride? I'll be happy to give you gas money or buy you lunch or something. I'm near Porter Square, but could meet you anywhere on the T if necessary.

You can find the workshop details at:
http://www.ancientartstudios.com/news/tayyar.pdf

I was going to go with a friend, but her knee is acting up.

Thanks!
Nadira

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Beyond Beginner Bellydance - Worcester

2008-04-22T17:14:49Z

Two new beyond beginner bellydance sessions will begin on Monday, May 5th and Thursday, May 8th at Dancing Ember Studio!

If you have taken an introduction to bellydance class and are interested in drilling the basics and learning some new, more complex combinations as well as some choreography, this class is for you!

Registration for both classes ends May 1st! Space is limited to 12 students so sign up soon!

Contact Phoenix at phoenixavathar@gmail.com to register or come by the studio at 51 Union St, Suite 118 in Worcester.

Classes are $75/6 weeks
Mondays: 6:30-7:30PM
Thursdays: 7-8PM

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Shimmies for a Cure 2 - How was it?

2008-04-05T13:52:59Z

How was it???

I want to hear about the highlights, performances, etc. Anyone take any video or have video of themselves performing? Please share!!!

Thanks!

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North Shore Belly Dance Event!

2008-04-04T12:30:33Z

Mirror Dance and Ancient Fire Henna present
" The Spice of Life, An Evening of Middle Eastern Dancing"
Showcasing local and regional dancers of Traditional, Folkloric,
Tribal and Gypsy Styles
Saturday, May 10, 2008 7-9 pm
Belleville Congregational Church Hall
300 High Street (exit 57 off I 95, go east 1.2 mi)
Newburyport, MA
Admission $ 7.00
Complimentary refreshments
Questions, contact Janet Johnston 978 590 0974
or Maria O'Connor 978 388 4148

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Next Session of tribal improv at Dancing Ember Studio

2008-04-02T13:22:29Z

If you took the Shimmies for a Cure tribal improv workshop and were wondering when the next session at Dancing Ember Studio begins...you're in luck!!!
We'll be starting a new session of tribal improv 1, 1a, 2, AND adding 2a next week! If you are new to Dancing Ember Studio's tribal style, you will begin at level 1 and progress from there.
Classes run in 6 week sessions and are $75.
Start date: Tribal 1, 1a, and 2: Tuesday, April 8th; Tribal 2a: Wednesday, April 9th.

Times: Tribal 1: 6-7PM, Tribal 1a: 7-8PM, Tribal 2: 8-9PM, and Tribal 2A: 7-8PM

Contact me at phoenixavathar@gmail.com if you are interested in joining our tribal improvisation classes!

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Michael Baxter photography

2008-03-30T15:21:19Z

Does anyone know when Michael Baxter might come back into the MA area to take pictures? Or does he have to be invited to the area for a photo shoot?

I missed the boat when he was in the area photographing dancers :(

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I'm coming up this summer...

2008-03-29T19:40:22Z

Hey all,
Greetings from the Blue Ridge Mountains!
None of the details are clear yet,
but it seems that I will be doing some sort of workshop and performance in the North Shore/Boston area in mid-August.
Topics are still tba - Feel free to visit me at www.barakamundi.com and share any special requests...
Can't wait to be back in NE!

oxOnca

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Shimmies For a Cure 2 -- Come Join Us!!!!

2008-03-28T04:48:05Z

Shimmies for a Cure part deux!!
shimmies4cure.tripod.com

Workshops, Performances, Raffles, Food and Fun!

March 29th 12:30pm - 9:30pm

All proceeds going to the Pan Mass Challenge. The PMC raises money for life-saving cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The centerpiece of the fund raising effort is an annual bike-a-thon that crosses Massachusetts.

Location:
Somerville City Club
20 Innerbelt Rd
Somerville, MA 02143

Costs:
1 workshop - $25
2 workshops- $45 (save $5!)
3 workshops - $65 (save $10!)
4 workshops - $80 (save $20!)

Attend 1-3 workshops and pay only $10 for the performances!
Attend all 4 workshops and the performances are free!
Hafla only: $35 (or $25 if tickets are purchased before March 22).

The cost of the hafla includes:
20 performances by the most talented dancers from around New England
non-alcoholic beverages
hot & cold yummies with a Middle Eastern and Greek flair
chocolate fountain with dippers for your sweet tooth
Free Parking

There will be a cash bar for those wishing to partake in a little "spirit". (Proceeds from the bar do not go to Shimmies for a Cure.)

Details on signing up can be found here: shimmies4cure.tripod.com/id17.html

Workshop Descriptions:

12:30-1:30 9/8 911 - Karsilama Emergency with Nadira Jamal
You've never danced to 9/8 music (karsilama) in your life, but the band starts playing Rompi Rompi. You've seen dancers use skirtwork for karsilama, but you're wearing a straight skirt.

What do you do?

We'll cover the 9/8 rhythm, and how to dance to it with the movements you already know. We'll also cover a couple of typical karsilama movements to help you fake it till you make it. Depending on the class composition and time permitting, we may also cover playing zils to 9/8 music. Participants will receive a short "phrase book" handout, which will also include resources for further karsilama education. Participants do not need to wear full skirts, but should bring zils.
Intended Audience: this workshop is a "how to cope" crash course for the karsilama-illiterate. It is NOT a full education in karsilama, or even a proper introduction. If you have any background in 9/8s, this material probably won't be new to you.

1:45 - 2:45 Tribal Improv with Phoenix Avathar
"Come learn the art of Tribal Improv with Phoenix Avathar! Phoenix captures the art of improv with poise and grace."
Are you a seasoned dancer who has been curious about the technique behind tribal improvisation? Or maybe you are a new dancer just trying to soak in the many styles of bellydance. In this workshop, we will explore the world of tribal improv - a style of bellydance that promotes community and creates a performance in the moment using a basic foundation of bellydance movements and cues.

3:00 - 4:00 Drum Technique with Najmat
During this workshop Najmat will break down the essential building blocks of drum solo moves and combinations including the basics of locks and pops and layering with shimmies. Najmat will give you a baseline for choreographing or improving any drum solo - short or long! Her unique approach to bellydance is not to be missed!

4:15 - 5:15 Unconventional Props: Objects of Expression, Drama, and Power with Aepril Schaile
"Have you see Aepril Schaile bellydance? If you have you know she is a master at bringing odd and unusual props to life on stage! Come learn the secrets behind Aepril's antics!"

The creative possibilities are endless! Traditional belly dance props are used with new energy and meaning, new ideas for props are born out of an image or idea...In this workshop, we will learn to use props not only as tools to showcase technique, and/or as an extension of costuming, but also as theatrical objects infused with signification and symbolic power. Please being your own prop for experimenting with, and Aepril will try to come up with a new way to use it!

Hafla begins at 6pm!!

Featured dancers: Aepril Schaile, Badriya, Ela, Erzulie, Jemileh Nour, Jessi, Lilya, Moirae, Nadira Jamal, Najmat, Nikki, Odalisque, Peridata, Pheraea, Phoenix Avathar, Sabrina, *Samantha*, Shadows and Lights, Zaharah, Zehara Nachash and Zemirah

Vending by Phoenix Fire Bellydance, Sassy Sparkles Eye Kandy (featuring the SFAC 2 color, Peacock Noir!) and Baha & Debbie of Anatolia Imports!!

Raffles with TONS of goodies (veils, swords, lessons...and more!)

See our website: shimmies4cure.tripod.com

Contact *Samantha*: sheissparkling@gmail.com
Contact Baseema: lehcar1007@aol.com

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Unmata at Dragons Egg, April 12/13 pre-registration ends this weekend

2008-03-28T02:11:02Z

Hi!
you guys have until Sunday to get your pre-registration prices for Amy Sigil workshops (Dragon's Egg Mystic CT) !
April 12&13! we've got a rockin' day, a rockin' show, and other stuff all set and ready to go! Unmata Au Naturale, HotPotTurboTribalTricks, and Sigil School (it's not tooooo early on Sunday in case we kind of stay up sorta late!)

I will be at PURE rehearsal in Attleboro and Shimmies for the Cure in Boston this weekend, and if I get your name at either of those places, the pre-registration price will apply.

and for those of you who have pre-registered...
ILOVEYOU!ILOVEYOU!ILOVEYOU!ILOVEYOU!ILOVEYOU! :)

Who is dancin' at night, you ask? you of course! but also...

Aepril Schaille - Portland ME
Karina Kahn - Boston, MA
Phoenix Avathar - Worcester, MA
Zingari East - Providence, RI
Dobershiek Dames - Attleboro, MA
Joy Herbst - New Haven, CT
Char & Beth - Westerly , RI
Manhattan Tribal - NYC, NY
Katie B. of Chrysaora Mystic, CT
Unmata! Amy & Sarah- Sacramento - CA

for more information, schedule, etc... see: http://www.wanderingfalcon.com/unmata.html
email me, wanderingfalcon@gmail.com
call 860-501-2444

cheers!
KatieB.

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Dancing Ember Studio Grand Opening Celebration (x-posted)

2008-03-19T10:39:26Z

Join us for a celebratory grand opening bellydance party on Saturday, March 22nd from 1PM-8PM. Bring drums and other percussion type instruments if you plan to stay after 6...as we're HOPING to have a little drumming and dancing!
There will be performances by Phoenix, Sabrina Tarulli, Moirae, Liz, Paloma, and Karina. There will be a couple short free public bellydance lessons, and some light refreshments.
Where: Dancing Ember Studio, 51 Union St, Suite 118, Worcester, MA
When: Saturday, March 22nd 1PM-8PM
How much: FREE!
Who: everyone! This is a fun family friendly event. Bring your family and friends!

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House of Shimmy TONIGHT - free ticket for ride, or resell 2 tickets

2008-03-14T21:01:02Z

Hi everybody,

I was planning on going to the inaugural House of Shimmy in Taunton tonight, but my friend's car broke down, and my husband has the flu. So I have two tickets I can't use. Would anybody be interested in:

- giving me a ride from the Cambridge/Somerville area in exchange for a free ticket (includes dinner and the show)
OR
- buying my tickets (they are being held for me at the door, so you wouldn't need to pick them up. You can paypal me or solemnly promise to send me the money, and I'll call them and let them know that you'll be taking my tickets.)

Please let me know ASAP at nadira@nadirajamal.com.

You can find more info on the show at:
http://www.ancientartstudios.com/

Thanks!
Nadira

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Dancer needed for street performances

2008-03-12T16:31:26Z

Hey group,
I'm looking for a dancer who'd be interested in doing some street performance/busking starting this spring/summer.
Preferred is someone with performance experience, comfortable with crowds, as well as connecting with an audience.
I have two additional musicians playing melody instruments, with myself on percussion.
Dancer would need to be comfortable moving to both improvised music as well as some compositions (Gypsy style).
I'm planning on either Boston Common, Fanuel Hall, or Harvard Sq.
Let me kow if you're interested.
Thanks!!

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Northeast Henna and Bellydance Gathering :: March 30th

2008-03-11T21:37:00Z

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CONTACT:

Heather Caunt-Nulton
“Henna by Heather”
Voice Phone: 401-831-7375
Email: info@hennabyheather.com
Web: hennabyheather.com

“Henna by Heather” Announces the Northeast Henna and Bellydance Gathering

Providence, RI., Sunday, March 30, 2008. 12:00 Noon to 1:00am - “Henna by Heather” presents the Northeast Henna and Bellydance Gathering at The Dark Lady, 124 Snow St., Providence, RI., a fun-filled, day-long event with numerous instructional workshops covering all aspects of henna body art and bellydancing ranging from Middle Eastern cabaret style to tribal fusion.

Henna workshops will cover the basics of how to mix and prepare henna paste, and how to ‘roll’ the cones used for applying henna to the skin. Basic design elements will be taught which can be used by bellydancers and non-bellydancers alike. Introduction to Henna workshop will be taught from 12:30pm to 1:30pm and small group instruction and practice will continue until 5:30pm. Additional henna workshops will continue from 6:30pm to 9:30pm covering advanced techniques, pattern work and application of henna to materials such as wood, textiles, drums, etc.

Dance workshops taught by local bellydancers, Aepril Schaile, Neylan, Manuela and The Goddess Coyle will cover meditation, drills, exercises and traveling moves designed to cover techniques common among all styles of belly dance. The four one-hour workshops are scheduled from 1:30pm to 5:30pm.

A traditional Indian dinner will be catered and served between 5:30pm and 6:30pm.

A Day and Evening of Workshops Will Transform Into a Night of Bellydancing from 9:30pm to 1:00am with the live band Copal, and performances by Aepril Schaile and the Goddess Coyle with DJ Lost Boy.

Registration fees may be paid online via PayPal and are $80 for the entire event, or $40 to attend EITHER the henna workshop or the Dance Workshop, all of which include dinner and admission to the nighttime activities. Admission to just the nightclub dancing is $5 for those not attending the daytime gathering.

For Additional Information, contact Heather Caunt-Nulton, or visit the event’s information page at http://www.hennabyheather.com/northeast.html

About Henna by Heather: Heather is an internationally certified henna artist who resides in the Boston/Providence metro area. She received her BA in anthropology, which helps her better understand the cultures that use henna traditionally, and is currently pursuing a PhD in linguistics at Boston University,.
- PRESS RELEASE -

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IN MEMORY OF ROSE CHAMPAGNE

2008-03-03T22:53:20Z

BELLY DANCE SHOW at THE CLARION HOTEL

IN MEMORY OF ROSE CHAMPAGNE
Friday, MARCH 14, 6:00 – 10:00 pm
1 Atwood Avenue, Northampton Mass

This will be a special fundraising show for the VNA in memory of our dear friend and dancer, Rose Champagne. Rose valiently fought her battle with brain cancer for 4 1/2 years and left us on Wednesday, February 6, 2008.
View her on-line obitiuary & sign the guestbook by clicking onto this URL:

http://obits.masslive.com/masslive/DeathNotices.asp?Page=Lifestory&PersonId=102911540

For more Info:
http://community.livejournal.com/bellydancing/2042982.html

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BostonNow and Gyrating Women

2008-03-03T21:11:14Z

Dear Fellow Dancers:
Many of you have read this in my blog, but I would like to extend this information to other local area dancers as well.

On Thursday, Feb. 28th, 2008, BostonNow, a FREE newspaper distributed through the Massachusetts area, mainly at train bus stations, listed in their "Nightlife NOW" section (page 12 of 2/28's issue) a small "blurb" about belly dancing at The Middle East on March 2nd.

Here is the exact wording (I saved the page if people want to see it):

MARCH 2:
Belly Dancing
The Middle East Corner, 9 pm
Free. Gyrating women---and you dont even have to hit the ATM for dollar bills first. 472 Mass. Ave. Central Square.

I became very upset after reading this as its feeds into the stearotype of "belly dancers are strippers".....

I emailed and called BostonNow as well as wrote a lengthy blog on their website.

I am encouraging other dancers to do this as well. Whats most disturbing is that this paper is free and being distributed to thousands of people.

We work way to hard to put up with this shit from a crappy wanna be newspaper.

Their website is www.bostonnow.com

You can also call their main office at 617-556-1700 and leave a message with CEO Russel Pergament, Publisher Michael E. Schroeder or Editor John Black.

Also you can write letters to BOSTON NOW, 30 Winter Street, Boston, MA 02108

Thanks.

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Advanced Notice

2008-02-27T15:47:50Z

I know this is WAY in advance, but this year's tentative dates for the Belly Dance Benefit for Jane Doe will be either the weekend of Saturday, Aug. 23rd OR the weekend of Saturday, Aug. 30th.

I will be doing the same thing as last year. Workshops on Saturday , show on Sunday. Unfortunately the woman who ran Roslindale Yoga is no longer the owner, and the new owner is being a bit picky about letting me rent her space for the workshops. I am contacting a local church and am hoping they will let us rent their space for the day of the workshops.

This years weekend will be entitled "Resurrection of the Divine Feminine"--I am hoping to break last years $1200!!!

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Save the Date--Oct. 19--Raks Spooki III Arlington, MA

2008-02-26T03:28:14Z

Super early announcement--mark your calendars for the third annual Raks Spooki on October 19, 2008, featuring a workshop with the one and only Tempest!!! It will take place in the usual location, the Regent Theatre Underground in Arlington, MA.

(do not send me a performance or vending request now, I guarantee I will lose it. Call for performers will go out in the summer :-)

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Clarion Show March 14 In Memory of Rose Champagne

2008-02-20T19:05:56Z

IN MEMORY OF ROSE CHAMPAGNE
Friday, MARCH 14, 6:00 – 10:00 pm
1 Atwood Avenue, Northampton Mass

This will be a special fundraising show for the VNA in memory of our dear friend and dancer, Rose Champagne. Rose valiently fought her battle with brain cancer for 4 1/2 years and left us on Wednesday, February 6, 2008.
Please take the time view her on-line obitiuary & sign the guestbook by clicking onto this URL:
http://obits.masslive.com/masslive/DeathNotices.asp?Page=Lifestory&PersonId=102911540

There will be a regular items raffle, 50/50 raffle, "tipping dance", dance shows and a vendor.
Raffle items / gift certificates are being accepted now! Raffle items encouraged to be brought directly to the show and gift certificates can be mailed ahead. If you cannot attend the show, it would be great if you could arrange for another to bring it for you. If you need to send an item or gift certificate, please email Judi / Ismalia for options at: pppgroom@sover.net

A list will be kept with donor's names of items received. Belly dance items are especially requested but other types are certainly appreciated, including men's items and gift certifcates! All monies raised from the raffle(s) & tipping dance and a generous portion of admissions intake, less expenses, will be donated to this VNA In Memory of Rose Champagne from all of you.

If you cannot attend the show, you could make a special monetary donation to this specific VNA, (which the family requests) indicated below, who supported Rose and her family during the most difficult times of her illness. Please do not send cash to us but send the check donation directly to this specific Visiting Nurse's Association (VNA)
In Memory of Rose Champagne Please send to:

VNA, Hospice Cooley Dickinson
168 Industrial Drive, Northampton MA 01060

In addition to the all fabulous dancers and troupes that will be performing this evening, SHIFAH, SHALIMAR & ISMALIA will take to the stage and split a show in a "Tipping Dance" where all tips showered upon these dancers will go to the VNA money donation. Rose's Troupe Sahibat & Soloist Ra'eesah also request that any tipping while they perform also be donated. We ask you to save your extra dollars for this night for both the raffle(s) and the "Tipping Dances" as the cause is worthy and close to our hearts. PLEASE spread the word around about this show. Thank you, in advance, for doing this.

Taking reservations starting IMMEDIATELY. Please email or call at either number listed below. Due to the anticipated attendance size of this show, the hotel will make effort to let us use the ballroom. Please make your reservations ASAP to get a table seat for your group. After that, seats and standing room may only be available.

RESERVATIONS: Judi / ISMALIA: pppgroom@sover.net or (Home eves) 802-464-6344 or
(Bus weekdays) 802 464-2557. You can leave a message at either number for a return call.
Pay at the door, but CASH ONLY. No checks or credit cards for show admission.

DANCERS THIS EVENING
Najmat Jacquelyn
"Tips for the VNA" Shifah, Shalimar & Ismalia
Guest Soloists: Ra'eesah & Dee Vanna
Troupes: Sahibat (Rose C.) &
Troupe Little Egypt (Shalimar)
Vendor: Margaret Slocombe for Audrena's Bazaar

SHOW ADMISSION: $8.00 / pp Includes one show ticket. Most children are charged the admission price due to limited seating. Infants, in laps or strollers are exempted.

DELI BOARD CAFE & BAR: (cash & carry) Order at the bar and your food will be delivered to your table.
Deli Sandwiches and Miscellaneous available:
Tuna Delight: $7.95 Tuna, Swiss Cheese, Lettuce & Tomato on Sour Dough Bread
Big Cow: $9.95 Roast Beef, Coleslaw, Lettuce & Onion on a Rustic Chibatta Roll
Black Forrest: $8.95 Ham, Cheddar Cheesee, Cranberry mayo, Lettuce & Tomato on Marble rye
The Veggie: $7.95 Garlic Herb Cheese Spread, Pickled Cucumbers, Red Peppers, Lettuce, Tomato & Red Onion.
Build Your Own: $8.50 Choice of Meat: Ham, Roast Beef, Turkey or Tuna, Choice of Veggie: Tomatoes, Cucumbers or Red Onions, Choice of Bread: Ciabatta, Marble Rye, Wrap or Sour Dough Bread
Add $.50 for Swiss Cheese
Hummus & Pita Bread: $5.95 Chips: $1.00 Cookies & Brownies: 3 for $1.75
Beverage Bar: Full Bar also selling bottled water, sodas, coffee and assorted teas.

DIRECTIONS: CLARION HOTEL, Northampton, Mass, just off Interstate 91, EXIT 18.
From 91 North: EXIT 18, turn Right at end of ramp. Cross under 91 and go through 1 set of lights. Take a Right onto Atwood Dr. just after the set of lights and just after an old closed Mobil gas station parking lot. The hotel is directly behind this. Come into the Ballroom side entrance and posters/signs will direct you to the room
From 91 South: EXIT 18, Lights at the end of ramp, turn Right. Next Right onto Atwood Ave and see directions above.

NEXT SHOWS at the CLARION HOTEL:
FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 6:00 - 10 pm: Crescent Dancer Annual Gala Email Joanne/Shifah shifah@comcast.net

Please email Judi/Ismalia for new upcoming show dates: pppgroom@sover.net

Shalimar's Belly Dance Connection at the Marco Polo Restaurant, E. Hartford, CT. Once a Month on a Friday! Professional, amateur and troupe belly dance shows & public dancing. More info www.bellydanceconnecticut.com

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Featured dancer photo on nebellydancecalendar yahoo group

2008-02-13T14:56:17Z

Upload your photos, maybe yours will be picked for next week!

How do you add photos to the photo section?

Go to:
http://ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/nebellydancecalendar/photos
and follow the instructions on screen.

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Rose Champagne Obituary

2008-02-08T17:26:20Z

SOUTHAMPTON - Rose Champagne-Superneau, 30, of 30 Wolcott Road , Southampton died peacefully at her home surrounded and supported by her loving family.

Born in Northampton , MA on June 30, 1977, Rose's life was defined by her devotion to family, dedication to finding meaning through dance and the arts, and determination to prevail in the face of illness and other life challenges.
Rose attended schools in Easthampton and was a 1996 graduate of Holyoke Community College . As a high school student, Rose developed an interest in and a passion for Middle Eastern music and dance. Finding deep spiritual meaning and profound personal expression in this art form, Rose dedicated herself to studying with area professional dancers, and later became a professional performer and instructor.
Rose was an alumna of the Crescent Dancers and Ahmet Luleci's Turkish Folk Troupe Collage International. She emerged as a professional performer in 1996 and later as an inspiring choreographer and instructor of Middle Eastern dance. For more than 10 years, Rose was the artistic director and coordinator of the widely attended and popular Jewel of the Valley Middle Eastern Dance Show and the Anjum&Sahibat dance troupes.
Known as a leading performer and teacher in New England, Rose performed and conducted workshops throughout New England and New Jersey , California and Canada . In addition to teaching the dance, Rose's objective was to help her students gain self-confidence, spiritual strength, and the appreciation of life that dancing provided her, as well as educate audiences about this beautiful art form. In 2003 Rose was nominated for Zaghareet Magazine's Best Kept Secret Award. Later that summer, she was diagnosed with brain cancer. While in remission, she continued to teach and perform, using her dancing to raise money for cancer research.
Rose leaves her loving husband, Greg Superneau, of Southampton; her devoted mother and stepfather, Jackie and Greg Champagne, of Southampton; her father, Francis Demers, of Westfield ; her brother, John Gamble, and sister, Denise Champagne; her grandfather Jack and wife Donna Gamble, several aunts, uncles and cousins, and her newborn nieces Lilliana Rose Marie Mitchell and Mya Rose Faria.
Visiting hours will be at the Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Park St. , Easthampton on Sunday, Feb. 10, from 3 to 8 p.m.
A celebration of Rose's life will be held in the Congregational Church in Southampton , Feb. 16 at 11 a.m., where friends and family are invited to share their memories of Rose.
Memorial gifts may be made to VNA-Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, P.O. Box 329 , Northampton , MA 01061

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Help wanted for "Legends of Belly Dance" project - March 29-30

2008-02-07T20:53:28Z

"Middle-Eastern Dance in New England" magazine is honoring the *original* belly dance superstars - those women (and men) from the glamorous heyday of belly dance, when dancers often worked seven nights a week in fabulous clubs like El Morocco and Club Khaiam. We are collaborating with Michael Baxter to photograph these 'legends' for posterity during the weekend of March 29 - 30 at the Debora Kerr studio in Jamaica Plain. We will need a helper (possibly 2) to assist during the shoot that weekend - helping with backdrops, makeup, coffee, and general go-fering. There is a stipend of $100 for the weekend, not to mention the opportunity to hang with the 'legends.' There should be some fabulous gossip and story-telling. :-) If you are interested in being part of this event, please email me at info@bellydancenewengland.com at your earliest convenience.

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About the Paisley event

2008-02-06T20:37:23Z

I hope it's ok that I posted that here--she's volunteered at all my Raks Spooki events and also volunteered at the Hurricane Katrina benefit, so she's helped the belly dance community before. Plus I'll be among the performers at the party :-)

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Dancing Ember Studio opens in Worcester (x-posted)

2008-02-04T00:18:32Z

Dear bellydance enthusiasts,
I'm SOOO excited to announce the opening of Worcester's own bellydance studio – Dancing Ember Studio! It has been a long-time dream of mine to open my own bellydance studio and I have finally found the space to do it! Classes will encompass several bellydance styles, such as tribal improvisation, tribal fusion, beginner and beyond bellydance, creative performance/gothic fusion, and some specialty bellydance classes and workshops (including PURE practices!).
Tribal improvisation classes will begin on February 19th, and the remainder of classes will begin in the first week of March. We will be holding a Grand Opening party on March 22nd, and would LOVE some volunteers to perform in our new space! Keep an eye out for more information on upcoming classes and workshops, or watch our ever-changing website: www.phoenixfirebellydance.com.
(Dancing Ember Studio will be located at 51 Union St, Worcester, MA)
Hugs to all!
Phoenix Avathar

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Best Fabric Sources in MA...

2008-01-24T01:31:09Z

(Also X~posted in Boston Bellydancers, Northeast Tribal)

It's that time again... Time to make a new costume! The ideas are fresh, and you want to zip right out to a fabric store to find the *perfect* notions to create your masterpiece!...

The big "Fabric Place" in Randolph MA, the place where I usually found *my goods*, has recently shut its doors, leaving me in the dark at the moment as to where I should look to next. I have heard there are great places in Boston worth checking out, but I don't have details. My purpose in creating this thread, is to list places that carry creative sources for fabric & notions in our area, so we waste no time in finding what we need for our next *vision*!

All replies are appreciated!

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Shimmies for a Cure part deux - Details!!!

2008-01-21T05:17:40Z

Shimmies for a Cure part deux!!

Workshops, Performances, Raffles, Food and Fun!

March 29th 12:30pm - 9:30pm

All proceeds going to the Pan Mass Challenge. The PMC raises money for life-saving cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Thecenterpiece of the fund raising effort is an annual bike-a-thon that crosses Massachusetts.

Location:
Somerville City Club
20 Innerbelt Rd
Somerville, MA 02143

Costs:
1 workshop - $25
2 workshops- $45 (save $5!)
3 workshops - $65 (save $10!)
4 workshops - $80 (save $20!)

Attend 1-3 workshops and pay only $10 for the performances!
Attend all 4 workshops and the performances are free!
Hafla only: $35 (or $25 if tickets are purchased before March 22).

The cost of the hafla includes:
20 performances by the most talented dancers from around New England
non-alcoholic beverages
hot & cold yummies with a Middle Eastern and Greek flair
chocolate fountain with dippers for your sweet tooth
Free Parking

There will be a cash bar for those wishing to partake in a little "spirit". (Proceeds from the bar do not go to Shimmies for a Cure.)

Details on signing up can be found here: http://shimmies4cure.tripod.com/id17.html

Workshop Descriptions:

12:30-1:30 9/8 911 - Karsilama Emergency with Nadira Jamal
You've never danced to 9/8 music (karsilama) in your life, but the band starts playing Rompi Rompi. You've seen dancers use skirtwork for karsilama, but you're wearing a straight skirt.

What do you do?

We'll cover the 9/8 rhythm, and how to dance to it with the movements you already know. We'll also cover a couple of typical karsilama movements to help you fake it till you make it. Depending on the class composition and time permitting, we may also cover playing zils to 9/8 music. Participants will receive a short "phrase book" handout, which will also include resources for further karsilama education. Participants do not need to wear full skirts, but should bring zils.
Intended Audience: this workshop is a "how to cope" crash course for the karsilama-illiterate. It is NOT a full education in karsilama, or even a proper introduction. If you have any background in 9/8s, this material probably won't be new to you.

1:45 - 2:45 Tribal Improv with Phoenix Avathar
"Come learn the art of Tribal Improv with Phoenix Avathar! Phoenix captures the art of improv with poise and grace."
Are you a seasoned dancer who has been curious about the technique behind tribal improvisation? Or maybe you are a new dancer just trying to soak in the many styles of bellydance. In this workshop, we will explore the world of tribal improv - a style of bellydance that promotes community and creates a performance in the moment using a basic foundation of bellydance movements and cues.

3:00 - 4:00 Drum Technique with Najmat
During this workshop Najmat will break down the essential building blocks of drum solo moves and combinations including the basics of locks and pops and layering with shimmies. Najmat will give you a baseline for choreographing or improving any drum solo - short or long! Her unique approach to bellydance is not to be missed!

4:15 - 5:15 Unconventional Props: Objects of Expression, Drama, and Power with Aepril Schaile
"Have you see Aepril Schaile bellydance? If you have you know she is a master at bringing odd and unusual props to life on stage! Come learn the secrets behind Aepril's antics!"

The creative possibilities are endless! Traditional belly dance props are used with new energy and meaning, new ideas for props are born out of an image or idea...In this workshop, we will learn to use props not only as tools to showcase technique, and/or as an extension of costuming, but also as theatrical objects infused with signification and symbolic power.

Hafla begins at 6pm!!

Featured dancers: Aepril Schaile, Badriya, Ela, Erzulie, Jemileh Nour, Lilya, Moraei, Nadira Jamal, Najmat, Nikki, Peridata
Pheraea, Phoenix Avathar, Sabrina, *Samantha*, Zaharah, Zehara Nachash and Zemirah

Vending by Phoenix Fire Bellydance, Sassy Sparkles Eye Kandy (featuring the SFAC 2 color, Peacock Noir!) and Baha & Debbie of Anatolia Imports!!

Raffles with TONS of goodies (veils, swords, lessons...and more!)

See our website: http://shimmies4cure.tripod.com

Contact *Samantha*: sheissparkling@gmail.com
Contact Baseema: lehcar1007@aol.com

See you all there!

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ways to wear a viel

2008-01-18T23:42:32Z

Can anyone suggest some different ways to wear or wrap a viel?

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Beyond ATS Tribal Classes Resume!

2008-01-12T23:56:48Z

It's back! Beyond ATS Tribal Fusion classes are back and resume on Tuesday, January 15th!!!!!

Building on the American Tribal Style (ATS) foundation that Shakti Rowan instilled within the heARTbeat Collective, this class will endeavor to introduce the dancer to the most current ATS-style movements as well as Vadalna improvised fusion movement that can be performed within the ATS format. Who are Vadalna's latest inspirations? Domba, Unmata and Mardi Love to name a few. :-)

Every Tuesday 8:00-9:30pm
35 Wyman Street, Jamaica Plains, MA
www.heARTbeatcollective.org

$12 drop in, $110 for a 10 class card (almost one class free!)
Payments can be made in cash day of class or via PayPal to the following address: INCUSINFO@EARTHLINK.NET. Please place "Tribal Dance" in the subject line!

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Northeast Henna Gathering :: a day of henna, a night of bellydance! Sunday, March 30th

2008-01-11T13:17:09Z

Sunday, March 30th
Attleboro, MA

Henna artists - meet other local henna artists and share artwork and tips! The henna gathering will be all day, from 12pm to 8:30pm. A fabulous bellydance event at Sanctuary in Providence follows the henna! $35 fee for all the henna (and related) supplies you can use, access to models, Indian buffet dinner, and admission to the bellydance event.

See www.hennabyheather.com/northeast.html for details and updates!

RSVP to info@hennabyheather.com with:
Name, email, phone, website (if any), hometown, workshop suggestions

Models and dancers - contact info@hennabyheather.com if you'd like to model some henna

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Eric Peterson's Drum and Zill Workshop

2008-01-08T22:23:09Z

Where: 100 University Drive, Amherst MA
When: Tuesday, January 22nd at 6pm
cost: $25 per student

What: This workshop is taught by Eric Peterson, he is AMAZING!!! I hope you all can make it. Let us know if you plan to attend as space is limited and he does have a few drums to lend.

Call me for more info 413-367-2036 or contact Eric Directly.

Hi

Note: forwarded message attached.

Attar Mellea: Currently offering classes in Northampton and Amherst MA. New England Sponsor for Leyla Jouvana and Roland from Germany. http://www.shimmydance.com for more information about Attar. http://mellea.powweb.com/leylaregform.pdf to register for Leyal Jouvana's workshops in July in Northampton MA. or Call 413-367-2036

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---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: "Eric N. Peterson" <ericp37@yahoo.com>
To: nebellydancecalendar@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tue, 08 Jan 2008 18:55:41 -0000
Subject: [nebellydancecalendar] Middle Eastern Drum and Zil workshop!!

Hi group,
Middle Eastern Drum and Zil Workshop with Eric Peterson:
Continuing workshop focusing on the techniques, rhythms and percussive relationship
between the dancer and drummer. Class will feature Arabic, Armenian, Turkish and Greek
rhythms for Zils, Doumbek and Frame-drums. Djembes are welcome.

Tuesday January 22, 2008
6:00 - 8:00pm
($25.00 per student)

Shao-Lin Kung-Fu Studio
100 University Drive
Amhurst, Ma

For direction please contact Whitney: (413) 367-2036

For workshop info please contact Eric: ericp37@yahoo.com
http://www.geocities.com/ericnpeters

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Need donations for People's Choice Prizes

2008-01-08T15:08:17Z

Hi All,

I'm working on collecting the 31 prizes we'll need for the People's Choice. If you have good or services you'd like to donate, it would be most appreciated. You donation is tax-deductible, as the net proceeds of the event are going to the Transition House Boston. You will also get a sponsor link on: http://www.nbdassociation.com/boston_chapter.html

CDs, DVDs, costume pieces, gift certificates for services (i.e. Private Dance lesson, Belly Gram, Bodywork, etc.) would be very helpful.

Thanks in advance,

Erzulie

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How do you pack your silk veils...

2008-01-06T17:28:51Z

...so that they don't look all a mess by the time you get to your gig? I've spend hours pressing and steaming and carefully rolling to put into my costume suitcase, only to have my veils looking wrinkled and mushed onstage...

Any advice?

Erzulie

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Class Updates!!!!!!

2007-12-11T03:40:28Z

Beyond ATS Tribal Class UPDATE!
Last class of the session December 18th.

With the Holidays already upon is, it's that time again folks! Time to do some of what we like to call...class SHIFTIN'!!!! Check it....

Classes for this session END on December 18th!!! So ifins you can't get enough of that "Beyond ATS" goodness, you best be comin' out before the 18th!

Classes resume on January 15th where we will begin on new material.

Building on the American Tribal Style (ATS) foundation that Shakti Rowan instilled within the heARTbeat Collective, this class will endeavor to introduce the dancer to the most current ATS-style movements as well as Vadalna improvised fusion movement that can be performed within the ATS format. Who are Vadalna's latest inspirations? Domba, Unmata and Mardi Love to name a few. :-)

Every Tuesday 8:00-9:30pm
35 Wyman Street, Jamaica Plains, MA
www.heARTbeatcollective.org

$12 drop in, $110 for a 10 class card (almost one class free!)
Payments can be made in cash day of class or via PayPal to the following address: INCUSINFO@EARTHLINK.NET. Please place "Tribal Dance" in the subject line!

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North Attleboro Classes?

2007-12-09T20:42:52Z

Anyone know of any BD classes in/near North Attleboro?

Thanks!!!!

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Classes Near Boston

2007-12-08T04:23:00Z

Hey All,

I am moving back to Boston after living in Florida. I was wondering if there were any tribal belly dancing classes in or near Boston.

Happy Holidays Everyone!!!

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Urban Tribal and Mira Betz! (x-post from NEBD)

2007-12-03T05:24:58Z

Ok, ok, I've been posting preview-type 'events' occasionally here, and promising more info, and unfortunately setting up the particulars has been like pulling teeth! But we're almost ready to unveil the big announcement...early next week. But you heard it here first--there's limited space! I will have definite times and more info on the show next week, but if you already know you're interested, you should register pronto! And I should say that while these ladies are probably best known in the tribal world of bellydance, Mira's workshops are for EVERYBODY as her style draws from traditional folkloric dances, cabaret and tribal alike (watch her video below for a taste). Also, Urban Tribal is as much modern dance/hip-hop as it is bellydance (more?)...if you're not familiar with these ladies, you should be--so don't hold back; come and see what all the hype out west in California is about!

In the meantime, here's what I got:

Jan 12th and 13th : 2 workshops each day, and a show saturday night. All held at Green St Studios in Cambridge, MA

Mira’s classes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AF7-cc1U4g8

Liquid Arms and Sleek Combos (11am-1pm Sat)
An articulate workshop designed to enhance the poise and fluidity of the arms and hands, providing the tools essential to learning beautiful arms. Mira will build improvisational combos that will introduce dancers to movement vocabulary beyond the “Tribal Frame” incorporating full body technique and fluid poise.

Shimmies and Layering (2pm-4pm Sun)
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.

Urban Tribal’s classes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdJrfxRj8O8

Fast and Funky (Sat)
Urban Tribal is known for their innovative approach to fusion. Through movement drills and combination break down, Heather will share the Urban Tribal approach to rhythmic choreographies.

Slow and Slinky (Sun)
Through drills and choreography students will learn the secrets to the fluidity and control of Urban Tribal's liquid stylings. If you would like to take advantage of the floorwork option, please bring kneepads.

Registration
Please send registration checks to:
Alyssum Pohl
174 Providence Rd #505
Grafton, MA 01519

Or send registration via paypal to: alyssumclimbs@hotmail.com

With your payment, please include
-Your name
-Your email address (for confirmation)
-Which classes you are signing up for.

Payment schedule:
Earlybird (before Jan 1st): $200/all four workshops, or $65 per class
After Jan 1st: $265/all four workshops, $75/class
Show: $15/gen public, $12/students, seniors, workshop participants

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Zambra

2007-11-17T14:33:47Z

Are there any Zambra Mora instructors in Mass? I'm up in Bangor, ME and NYC is too far to travel more than once in a while or I'd work with Rocky or Elena. I've taken workshops with them and with Amaya but I'd like to get a lot better.

Thanks

Kitty

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wanna dance at Raks Spooki?

2007-11-16T16:45:11Z

Due to a last minute cancellation, I have space for one more dancer in the program for Raks Spooki II--anybody have something ready to go and want to perform it this Sunday? First one to PM me gets the spot.

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show this weekend in MA

2007-11-16T15:16:23Z

5 schools, 2 states, vending by Anatolia Imports, drumming by Eric Peterson!
nohoarts.org
Northampton Center for the Arts, Northampton MA
This Sunday 2pm
$10 at the Door

Oriental Caravan
more info call 413-367-2036
www.shimmydance.com

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Tribal Belly Dance Classes in JP!!!

2007-11-13T04:54:02Z

JP's brand spankin' new tribal classes continue after an first couple of weeks! Want in? Here's the info....

“Beyond ATS” – Tribal Belly Dance with Naraya of Vadalna Tribal Dance Co.

Building on the American Tribal Style (ATS) foundation that Shakti Rowan instilled within the Heart Beat Collective, this class will endeavor to introduce the dancer to the most current ATS-style movements as well as Vadalna improvised fusion movement that can be performed within the ATS format. Who are Vadalna’s latest inspirations? Domba, Unmata and Mardi Love to name a few. :-)

CLASSES ARE ON A CONTINUING BASIS!!! (Woo-hooo!!!!)

Every Tuesday thereafter... 8:00-9:30pm
Classes located at: THE HEARTBEAT COLLECTIVE, 35 Wyman Street, Jamaica Plain,MA
www.heartbeatcollective.org
$12 drop in, $110 for a 10 class card (almost one class free!)
Payments can be made in cash day of class or via PayPal to the following address:
INCUSINFO@EARTHLINK.NET. Please place “Tribal Dance” in the subject line!

Stayed tuned for TRIBAL INTENSIVES!!!
.....advanced workshops to challenge the beginner/intermediate student and to offer a deeper level of study for the advanced.

For More Info Contact: Naraya, Vadalna Tribal Dance Co. vadalna@yahoo.com, www.vadalna.com

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"RAKSIT JEBAL' Traditional dances of Lebanon

2007-11-10T19:51:55Z

"RAKSIT JEBAL' Traditional dances of Lebanon ( cast of 15 dancers featuring ...women's solo, men & women line dances, Bedouin women's dance) Produced by Shadia Maalouf – Music arrangement by Shadia Maalouf

Also live music ! (Oriental Dancer at Boston University Only)

Nov. 30 - Boston University (Lebanese Student Fundraiser) 8 pm, Metcalf Hall, George Sherman Union, 775 Comm. Ave. (2nd Floor) Boston, MA , Info: antoineg@bu.edu

Fundraiser for Int. Red Cross for Lebanon - donation $10

Dec. 1 - Annual World Lebanese Cultural Union Hafla, 8 pm - Annunciation Cathedral Hall, 7 VFW Parkway, Roslindale, MA Featuring Singers Celine Attallah and George Maalouf and Ensemble and " Raksit Jebal" Tickets: $35, $20 students (Lebanese food also available) Reservations: Walid Mobarak - 617-285-8294

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Gothic Belly Dance in the Arlington Advocate

2007-11-09T15:40:26Z

I was interviewed by Morgana, who happens to work for the newspaper group that owns the Arlington Advocate, about me and gothic belly dance--here's the online version of the article:

http://www.wickedlocal.com/arlington/news/x1855985217

I have to say, that's the best representation of gothic belly dance one could ever hope for from mainstream media. It's a pleasure to be interviewed and written about by another dancer! :-)

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Greetings!

2007-11-08T17:17:50Z

Hello dulcet darlings,
I have just joined this tribe to network with other dancers in the Boston/Cambridge area. I recently had the opportunity for a performance, and loved dancing for the MA croud at Mass.Morgue this year.
I would love to start meeting other dancers, and perhaps a few friends, south of my state. I am also posting a couple good shots that were taken at the show.
Feel free to message me to say hi!

~S

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The Fabric Place - Randolph

2007-10-24T20:43:32Z

This is a bit OT, but, The Fabric Place in Randolph,MA is closing. Currently the store is 40 - 60% off. They had some nice silks and other fabrics for decent prices. From what I heard, they are keeping the Framingham and Woburn stores open but closing the others.

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Idea for a Boston Chapter NBDA event...need feedback

2007-10-23T15:55:06Z

Hi everyone,

I was sitting here, trying to think outside of the box about an Boston Chapter NBDA event we could throw and this idea came to me.

I don't normally like belly dance contests but what if the Boston Chapter of the NBDA did a Charity "People's Choice of Boston" belly dance contest? A contest where there are no judges but you got a numbered ballot for your admission, to fill out and turn in. Then the votes would be tallied and prizes awarded. Of course, it might not be fair, dancers could fill the audience with people that love them, but at $15 or $20 per ticket, it could make a lot of money for charity. It also might be an event that publicizes well. The contest could have lots and lots of fun categories and be broken up into student, new professional, seasoned professional and troupe categories. The focus would be on fun, with enough categories to make everyone a "winner".

To be a contestant, you would have to be or sign up to be an NBDA member, any chapter.

This contest could include a workshop beforehand, maybe with the "star" workshop instructor doing their show while the votes are being tallied? The "star" workshop instructor could be an NBDA member outside the Boston Chapter or it could be a "star" we hire from out of the Northeast. Jemileh had this idea: An incentive and a way to build on it for future events: Open to all NBDA Chapters, and the winner of the pro category could be the guest instructor at the following year's competition.

So:
Do you like the idea?
If it's for a charity, which one?
Would you "compete"?
Would you invite your students to "compete"?
If you aren't an NBDA member, would you join to participate? (Membership is $20 for two years)
If we held a workshop beforehand, would you want an NBDA member to teach it or an instructor from outside the Northeast?
Is Davis Square, Somerville, MA a good location for you? (It's right on the Red Line and has free parking.)
Would you prefer a Saturday or a Sunday in February/March?

We've had to cancel two events recently, so I'm trying to help brainstorm an event idea that doesn't compete with other events, like "Shimmies for a Cure" and brings in a lot of people.

Your feedback (negative or postive) will be greatly appreciated!

____________
Erzulie
aka Judith
www.erzuliedancer.com
erzulie@erzuliedancer.com
617 686-1843

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Blue Real D/DD Yasser costume for sale

2007-10-22T14:03:51Z

See profile pics! I will be down for the Jillina workshop if anyone wants to see in person

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New Boston Tribal Classes Cont. THIS WEEK!

2007-10-21T12:57:52Z

JP's brand spankin' new tribal classes continue after an AMAZING first day. Want in? Here's the info....

“Beyond ATS” – Tribal Belly Dance with Naraya of Vadalna Tribal Dance Co.

Building on the American Tribal Style (ATS) foundation that Shakti Rowan instilled within the Heart Beat Collective, this class will endeavor to introduce the dancer to the most current ATS-style movements as well as Vadalna improvised fusion movement that can be performed within the ATS format. Who are Vadalna’s latest inspirations? Domba, Unmata and Mardi Love to name a few. :-)

CLASSES ARE ON A CONTINUING BASIS!!! (Woo-hooo!!!!)

Every Tuesday thereafter... 8:00-9:30pm
Classes located at: THE HEARTBEAT COLLECTIVE, 35 Wyman Street, Jamaica Plain,MA
www.heartbeatcollective.org
$12 drop in, $110 for a 10 class card (almost one class free!)
Payments can be made in cash day of class or via PayPal to the following address:
INCUSINFO@EARTHLINK.NET. Please place “Tribal Dance” in the subject line!

Stayed tuned for TRIBAL INTENSIVES!!!
.....advanced workshops to challenge the beginner/intermediate student and to offer a deeper level of study for the advanced.

For More Info Contact: Naraya, Vadalna Tribal Dance Co. vadalna@yahoo.com, www.vadalna.com

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Website Designer Wanted

2007-10-21T12:46:19Z

Hey Everyone...does anyone know of a website designer extraordinaire that I might contact in the Boston(ish) area? Any info would be much appreciated! -Naraya :-)

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Worcester PURE practice tomorrow (Oct 21st)

2007-10-20T19:47:34Z

Hi all!
I'll be holding a PURE practice in Worcester from 11AM-1PM at the Zen Training Center (65 Water St, 3rd floor). If you are at all curious or interested in participating (we need dancers and musicians!) please come on by!
Wear comfy clothes and bring between $5 and $10 for our space donation to the ZTC.
I look forward to seeing you there! (oh, and just to let you know I've had to cancel Boston practices until further notice due to a lack of interest in that area. So this is the only Boston-Worcester area practice that will be happening for a while)
Phoenix

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Oct 26 Show for Michael Baxter - UPDATE

2007-10-18T14:17:18Z

PLEASE NOTE LOCATION AND TIME CHANGE!

Gala Show for Michael Baxter
October 26, Friday

Now at
THE REGENT THEATER
7 Medford Street
Arlington, MA

Show starts at 6:30 SHARP

Tickets are available in advance from members of the Bella-di Dance
Company, or at the door.

$12 advance
$15 door

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