Tribe.net. Local Connections mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/42f8798e-1bf4-43c7-af75-baaa55e7bf18 2008-06-17T01:32:53Z 2008-06-17T01:32:53Z

<div>Our last Tribal Salon sold out and we had to turn folks away. If you'd like to come and party with us please make your reservation to jebonusa@yahoo.com and tell them that you want a seat downstairs in the show space. <br/> <br/>So, without futher ado.... <br/> <br/>It's time for the Squirrels in Training also known as the "Acorns" to test the waters in American Tribal Style Improvisation! <br/> <br/>The Acorns :-) have been hard at work perfecting their improv and "squirrel sense" here at our Secret Squirrel Training Facility (aka 440 and Roy Arias Studios) <br/> <br/>This show is the group improv debut of Manhattan Tribal's Level Two students and it's real accomplishment to take this step in performing ATS. <br/> <br/>In addition to our students, Manhattan Tribal, a duet by Mimi Fontana &amp; Kate Reid, a sword solo by Naja, and special guest performances by Katie B. of Chrysaora (CT) and <br/>Tribal Fusion by Vorona (NY) <br/> <br/>Our MC for the evening is leader of Experimental Dance Group "Chovexani", writer for Zaghareet Magazine and Producer of New York City's Annual Experimental Dance Showcase <br/>"Night of 1000 Goddesses" Ms. Zan Asha! <br/> <br/>Come cheer on the performer, have some after work dinner and drinks and do some open dancing during our intermission. <br/> <br/>Je'bon is located at 15 St. Marks Place between 2nd and 3rd Avenue in NYC - enter at street level, walk to the back and down the stairs to the show space. $15 cover - $10 minimum <br/>Food (Thai &amp; Japanese) and drinks (full bar) are fantastic and the prices are great. Doors at 7:30, showtime is 8pm. <br/> <br/>All details can be found at: www.mimifontana.com/events</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-06-17T01:32:53Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/72ee1438-e9aa-4a2e-91c9-7bdffa5cd16e 2008-05-31T22:18:31Z 2008-05-31T22:18:31Z

<div>Hey Everyone! <br/>Come see Manhattan Tribal at Rakkasah's Spring Caravan Festival in Somerset New Jersey. We're very proud to have been offered a Guest Artist performance slot and we'll be dancing on Saturday June 7th at 4:00 in the afternoon. <br/> <br/>Can't wait to see everybody! <br/> <br/>Mimi &amp; the Manhattan Tribal Squirrels</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-05-31T22:18:31Z joyrochelle http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/3ee5e230-4240-4652-9400-bc66605c279c 2008-05-21T15:02:54Z 2008-04-08T12:01:04Z

<div>“TROY” Productions … is pleased as punch to bring you 2 days of BRILLIANT Intensive Workshops <br/>by no other than the Lovely Ms. ZOE JAKES! <br/> <br/>Saturday, June 28th &amp; Sunday, June 29th. <br/> <br/>Evening Performance will be held at Union Pool, Williamsburg Brooklyn Saturday June 28th featuring Zoe Jakes, Trisha McBride, Joy Herbst, Manhattan Tribal....and a great dance party immediately following!! <br/> <br/>Zoe’s Bio <br/> <br/>Zoe is a proud member of the indigo which recently was on the road touring their <br/>show Le Serpent Rouge. She has been touring with Bellydance Superstars since the fall of 2005 and can be seen performing on their new Tribal Fusions DVD. <br/> <br/>Combining talents with David Satori and Tommy Cappel to create Tribal Derivations last spring, Zoe discovered she enjoyed creating music, and plans to make more. When not with the Indigo, she tours with The Yard Dogs Road Show, a cartoon circus sideshow of wacky dimension, and has been seen tearing it up <br/>with the Extra Action Marching Band. <br/> <br/>An innovative dancer, Zoe has been said to have her own unique take on Tribal bellydance. She takes her influence from Art Nouveau, tango, Breakdance, and Indian classical dance. Zoe was recently nominated for Zaghareets best interpretive artist 2007. She loves unicorns and has never once doubted their existence.** <br/> <br/>WORKSHOPS: <br/> <br/>Unleashing the Inner Spaz!!!! Intensive #1, SATURDAY 11am-2pm. <br/> <br/>Triskelion Arts Studio A <br/> <br/>Fancy kicks, tight spins and those elusive concepts to take pops and locks to the next level by mixing the liquid smoothness of a snake with hits and stops that look almost inhuman. This workshop will focus on ways to perform with passionate expression while maintaining control and grace. These concepts will be fully broken down using short combinations as examples so the student is able to get a real understanding of the mechanisms behind them. <br/> <br/>Get your Kicks and Spins! Intensive #2, SUNDAY 11am- 2pm. <br/> <br/>Triskelion Arts Studio A <br/> <br/>We will incorporate other elements into spins and kicks, drawing a wee bit from tango, Ballet and Classical indian Kathak, exploring things like leg extension and stomping. Lots of focus on quick spins as well, basic exercises for turning techniques, and how to train yourself to stop on a dime, which always looks impressive. Spotting basics, as well as non spotted turns, will be covered, and techniques for using legs and arms to initiate a turn. Let’s make those legs and footsies pretty, shall we? <br/> <br/>~ <br/> <br/>Workshop Prices: EaRLy BoiD $75.oo single workshop or $140.oo for both. <br/> <br/>SlAcKer PrIcE $85.oo single or $170.oo for Both. <br/> <br/>:EARLY BIRD PRICES UNTIL May 31st, 2008 :: <br/>:: PAYPAL CHECK OUT available at joydances.com <br/> <br/> <br/>Submit Checks to: JoY Herbst, email me at joydance@joydances.com if checkin' it. <br/>~ <br/> <br/>EvEninG Show with Dance and Music Performances at the Union Pool: <br/> <br/>Door price is $15.oo, $10.oo for workshop attendee's. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 4 replies </div>

joyrochelle 2008-04-08T12:01:04Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/b195cb66-5460-4a3b-b036-6edb0dbbfc10 2008-04-30T10:46:31Z 2008-04-30T10:46:31Z

<div>Hey everyone! <br/>Manhattan Tribal will be doing a full show plus an ATS belly dance basics lesson taught by Mimi Fontana and a tribal jam for everyone to get up and dance with us! Hosted by East West Books, 78 Fifth Avenue at 14th Street in NYC. Saturday May 3rd, Cover is $18 and the event runs from 7pm sharp! to 8:30pm. There is limited seating so please come early. Feel free to dress up and bring zils! <br/> <br/>More info is on the East West site at www.eastwestnyc.com and you can always check www.manhattantribal.com for more upcoming events. <br/> <br/>Hope to see y'all soon, <br/>Mimi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-04-30T10:46:31Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/a36a2b15-39ef-4c14-928a-74f0c2178075 2008-04-22T16:00:51Z 2008-04-22T16:00:51Z

<div>Manhattan Tribal will be hosting our second Tribal Salon at Je'Bon. <br/>Performances, by Mimi Fontana and Manhattan Tribal plus student performances and special <br/>guest dancers. <br/> <br/>Je'Bon is located on St. Marks Place in the East Village. <br/>The last Tribal Salon Sold Out, RSVP list and event details will be posted shortly. <br/> <br/>You can always check out our latest info at www.manhattantribal.com <br/>And sign our mailing list. <br/> <br/>Rak On! <br/>Mimi Fontana <br/>Director, Manhattan Tribal</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-04-22T16:00:51Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/60d3737d-a175-4e4e-9a4c-6fdc34e57593 2008-04-22T15:55:35Z 2008-04-22T15:55:35Z

<div>Pix from the Middle Eastern Dance Showcase at the Queens Library in Flushing this past Saturday are up! <br/>Here's the link, MT starts at about page 9 or 10. <br/> <br/> http://nickphoto123.zenfolio.com/p159200243/ <br/> <br/>Thanks again Tanna Valentine for inviting Manhattan Tribal to participate in the show, it was great! <br/> <br/>xo <br/>Mimi <br/> <br/> <br/> </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-04-22T15:55:35Z Jeffrey http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/60a94d97-f36e-4087-83c8-bb0ef06489eb 2008-04-19T03:32:38Z 2008-04-09T19:36:34Z

<div>I'm very involved with the SCA. It seems that there is this "crafstman" involved in the SCA (does real nice work BTW) that has fashioned something that I think might be of particular interest to the ladies of Manhattan Tribal, look here: <br/>http://www.pitbullarmory.com/Squirrel-armor.html <br/> <br/>talking about it just doesn't do it justice. :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 7 replies </div>

Jeffrey 2008-04-09T19:36:34Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/122d17af-0617-41cd-b5de-38fa336c4bab 2008-04-18T19:45:05Z 2008-04-18T19:45:05Z

<div>Hey Everyone, <br/>Manhattan Tribal will be performing at the Queens Library in Flushing as part of Tanna Valentines Middle Eastern Dance Showcase. Show is at 2pm and there is no cover. Big stage, 200+ seat new auditorium :-) <br/> <br/>Tomorrow evening at 8pm we will be throwing down with some post-Library show mayhem at the Everything Goes Bookstore Cafe in Staten Island. <br/>Again no cover, bring drum it's a full moon tribal thang! <br/> <br/>Details for both shows and lot's more are up on our website. Please check out www.mimifontana.com and www.manhattantribal.com for information. <br/> <br/>Raq on ATS Style! <br/>Mimi Fontana <br/>Director, Manhattan Tribal <br/> <br/>please feel free to x-post!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-04-18T19:45:05Z Kate http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/8050ad61-5eef-4e82-9486-3dce2274c8c2 2008-03-31T16:53:30Z 2008-03-31T16:53:30Z

<div>I've resumed teaching my class at a great studio in Tarrytown NY! We meet Monday nights from 7:15 - 8:45. The class is open level, drop-ins welcome. This is classic Fat Chance style tribal! <br/>E-mail me for more details, or go to www.bellydance.meetup.com/359/ <br/> <br/>Kate </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

Kate 2008-03-31T16:53:30Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/78150c9c-8221-4145-a9a7-6c5009e60479 2008-03-17T17:58:50Z 2008-03-17T17:58:50Z

<div>It's finally (finally!) up and running :-) www.ManhattanTribal.com <br/>with a link to our mailing list for anyone who'd like to get our monthly newsletters filled with show and class info as well as our "Squirrel of the Month" <br/> <br/>ch-ch-check it out! <br/>Mimi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-03-17T17:58:50Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/f82ced35-40ee-47ac-acd6-9ce6c00019cc 2008-03-04T08:12:48Z 2008-03-04T08:12:48Z

<div>This Thursday! <br/>March 6th - 8:30pm <br/>Chovexani and Manhattan Tribal <br/>Host Belly Dance Meet Up <br/>Winter 2008 @ Havana Central <br/>A Place to Meet, Greet and Eat! <br/> <br/>Where: <br/>Havana Central Restaurant &amp; Bar <br/>Union Square/ 22 East 17th Street <br/>(Between Broadway &amp; 5th Ave) NYC <br/> <br/>For the second year in a row, the ladies of Manhattan Tribal, <br/>and ChoveXani are hosting this wonderful community event. <br/>Ever want to meet bellydancers from around the area, sit, <br/>talk, and learn from each other in a fun environment? <br/> <br/>This no pressure, no dance (that's right no performances, this is about <br/>hanging out with each other and having a social night out!) <br/>event invites you to socialize with <br/>other dancers of many genres in a happy "meetup" way! We <br/>invite cabaret, tribal, fusion and alternative belly dancers of all stripes, <br/>and their friends and fans to join us for tasty food and a great <br/>time! And, if you'd like, bring your business cards and flyers <br/>of your latest projects..we are here to support each other and <br/>create a funky vibe! <br/> <br/> We hope to see you there! <br/> <br/>For questions or info, please email Zan Asha: zinnah@aol.com or Mimi Fontana: manhattantribal@yahoo.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-03-04T08:12:48Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/f41c8ca9-3be2-482f-a2a9-70cb92a12600 2008-02-22T21:15:57Z 2008-02-22T21:15:57Z

<div>Hi Everyone! <br/>Our show at the Everything Goes Bookstore Cafe scheduled for tonight, Friday Feb 22nd, has been canceled. A few of our Squirrel girls are sick and the traveling is awful...we'll be back in April at Everything Goes and we have a ton of new shows to be announced shortly! <br/> <br/>Happy Snow Day! <br/>Mimi Fontana <br/> <br/>www.manhattantribal.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-02-22T21:15:57Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/68223c6b-1fab-401b-b12d-ae12edbb5709 2008-02-06T21:43:35Z 2008-02-06T21:43:35Z

<div>Announcing.......The First Manhattan Tribal Salon! <br/>Troupe &amp; Student Showcase w/ Special Guests <br/> <br/>Friday Night February 8th <br/>7 - 10pm (performances start at 7:30 sharp) <br/>at Je'Bon <br/>15 St. Marks Place - East Village NYC between 2nd and 3rd Ave <br/>Downstairs in the Party Space! <br/>$10 cover $10 minimum at tables (either food or drink) <br/> <br/>Join us for after-work dinner, drinks and a show, It's happy hour and dinner hour! Sushi, Thai food and fun drinks all very reasonably priced! <br/> <br/>Performances by Mimi Fontana, The elegant Trisha McBride, NYC's lady of experimental belly dance Zan Asha of Chovexani, The Mango Lassi's from Connecticut, Also Manhattan Tribal with the full troupe, as well as student performances by Hipslide and Taxeem. This is real-deal ATS-Inspired Tribal, come see us kick it old school! <br/> <br/>This will be Kate's and Sarah's return to dancing with us and we're psyched! <br/>Plus check out the Squirrels in Training! Wednesday class "Hipslide" and Sunday's "Taxseem" students will be performing - come and show the love! <br/> <br/>If you want more info, please email us at manhattantribal@yahoo.com <br/> <br/>www.mimifontana.com <br/>www.manhattantribal.com </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-02-06T21:43:35Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/9f192614-f35d-4552-90d7-10763e72b3a7 2008-01-25T03:08:56Z 2008-01-25T03:08:56Z

<div>8th Friday - Je'Bon NYC 7 - 10pm <br/> <br/>Manhattan Tribal Salon - Our First! <br/> <br/>Come join me for a casual fun <br/>evening of performances by my two student groups, <br/>Taxseem and Hipslide, as well as performances by <br/>guest artist Trisha McBride, Zan Asha of Chovexani, <br/>The Mango Lassies with Kate of Manhattan Tribal, <br/>Manhattan Tribal with the full troupe doing ATS-Inspired Improv <br/> and a solo fusion thingie by yours truly. <br/> <br/>Happy Dinner Hour! $10 Cover, $10 Minimum <br/>15 St. Marks Place betw. 2nd &amp; 3rd Avenues <br/>Walk to the back of the restaurant and downstairs to the "party room" <br/> <br/>This is a student showcase and also I'd love it to be a meetup and social event, very low key, <br/>come join us for dinner and drinks and performances! <br/> <br/>Lets Rak into the new year! <br/>love, <br/>Mimi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-01-25T03:08:56Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/e7c64b20-357e-4a3d-a4d6-1d8d9dd480e7 2008-01-16T05:53:06Z 2008-01-16T05:53:06Z

<div>We've taken a little holiday, but now we're back! <br/>I'm please to announce the following Manhattan Tribal shows! <br/> <br/>January 22nd <br/>Mimi Fontana and Manhattan Tribal have been invited to dance at Nadia Moussa's Beyond Fusion Showcase! Mimi will do a solo fusion set plus a Classic Tribal Improv set by Manhattan Tribal <br/>Special guest Tahya from PA... <br/>here's the deets.... <br/>At Le Souk 47 Avenue B and 3rd Street <br/>8pm - No cover - great atmosphere, drinks and food! <br/> <br/> <br/>Announcing.......The First Manhattan Tribal Salon! <br/> <br/>Friday Night February 8th <br/> <br/>at Je'Bon - 7 - 10pm <br/>15 St. Marks Place - East Village NYC between 2nd and 3rd Ave <br/>Downstairs in the Party Space! <br/>$10 cover $10 minimum at tables <br/> <br/>Join us for after-work dinner, drinks and a show, plus vending by Chovexani! It's happy hour and dinner hour! Sushi, Thai food and fun drinks all at the nice price plus you get.. <br/> <br/>Performances by Mimi Fontana, The elegant Trisha McBride, NYC's lady of experimental belly dance Zan Asha of Chovexani. Also Manhattan Tribal with the full troupe, as well as student performances by Hipslide and Taxeem <br/> <br/>Please r.s.v.p. (not required) to manhattantribal@yahoo.com so we can get an idea of how many folks are planning on attending! <br/> <br/>This will be Kate and Sarah Squirrel's return to dancing with us and we're psyched! <br/>Plus check out the Squirrels in Training! Wednesday class "Hipslide" and Sunday's "Taxseem" students will be performing - come and show the love!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2008-01-16T05:53:06Z Karin http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/c2610df3-d28a-4087-ba85-b8120cf8dca9 2007-12-22T18:42:50Z 2007-12-22T18:42:50Z

<div>West Side Dance Project <br/>260 west 36th St. <br/>3rd floor <br/>New York, NY <br/> <br/>1:30pm - 3:30 pm <br/>STEEL STYLE with ROMKA <br/>Swords are more then just a cool prop to balance, they are a dangerous weapon. Elegant sword work infuses your dancing with power and purpose. In this workshop, Romka will teach you how to execute some of their signature sword moves. As well as a section of dramatic choreography <br/>great for partnering or solo performance. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran, if you like swords, this workshop is for you! <br/>Please bring a sword &amp; kneepads! <br/> <br/>$35 preregister by January 10th <br/>$45 at the door <br/>to register send Payment via PayPal to Belladonna@RomkaDance.com <br/>http://www.RomkaDance.com <br/> <br/>4:00 - 6:00 pm <br/>LAYERING ISOLATIONS Workshop with KASSAR <br/>Think you have mastered your isolations? Join Kassar for a two-hour workshop that will push your boundaries and train your mind and body to connect and move in unique ways. We'll layer basic isolations, expanding your technique repertoire and movement vocabulary. An open mind and a basic mastery of tribal isolations is recommended, but not required. This challenging workshop is open to belly dancers of all levels. <br/> <br/>$35 preregister by January 10th <br/>$45 at the door <br/>To register via Paypal: http://www.kassartribal.com/WorkshopsPage.htm <br/> <br/>AFTER THE WORKSHOPS, KAZUKI'S 'PULSE' CD RELEASE PARTY: <br/> <br/>Kazuki Kozuru-Salifoska's Debut Album! We are having a night to celebrate, including a line-up never seen before! All live music and an open dance floor, so you can kick up your heels... <br/> <br/>Tickets: Using credit card or check, please send and email to Kamille rockakamille@yahoo.com or to use Paypal please visit the official site www.rockabellydance.com and click the 'Buy Now' button! <br/> <br/>Location: West Side Dance Project <br/>260 West 36th St., 3rd Floor <br/>New York, NY <br/>More Info: www.rockabellydance.com <br/>7- 12pm $12 in advance/$17 at the door</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

Karin 2007-12-22T18:42:50Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/70f8dbd3-0ac6-40b1-b48e-6825d0b478ce 2007-12-20T06:06:49Z 2007-12-20T06:05:51Z

<div>Hey folks! <br/>440 Studios is closed from December 24th through January 1st. Classes are on for this Sunday, December 23rd, 1pm ATS-Inspired Tribal Basics is definitely on, <br/>My 2:15 Tribal Fusion class will be on if there's enough interest. I'm emailing people on my list, but if you're in town and want to check it out please email me a mimibellydance@yahoo.com to make sure it's still on. <br/>Classes after Sunday will resume on Wednesday January 2nd at 6:30 pm <br/>Please go to www.mimifontana.com to check for updates. <br/> <br/>Happy Holidays! <br/>Mimi &amp; Manhattan Tribal</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 1 reply </div>

mimibellydance 2007-12-20T06:05:51Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/42a724a6-3475-4b30-b5c6-2c837e2a4444 2007-12-11T23:09:38Z 2007-12-11T23:09:38Z

<div>Two Shows this Week! Update from previous post below ! <br/> <br/>December 12th, Wednesday at Je'Bon <br/> <br/>11 St Marks Place in the East Village $10cover $5 minimum at tables <br/>Mimi Fontana will be performing solo in the first half of the evening and later will be joined by member of Manhattan Tribal for some ATS-Inspired improvisational dancing to live music by Djinn. Show starts with live music at around 8pm <br/> <br/>December 16th Sunday at the Lafayette Grille. <br/> <br/>Franklin Street, just East of Broadway, Manhattan Tribal will be showcasing they're unique to NYC style of belly dance at the ASAMED Show. Come and support us..we're the only NYC troupe performing in an ATS format and we want to spread the love. Show starts at 7pm Cover is $20, $15 minimum at tables. <br/> <br/>Please email me at manhattantribal@yahoo.com for details! <br/> <br/>raq it, <br/>Mimi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-12-11T23:09:38Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/e8c960e2-817b-4239-bc09-6c07ac3e0b47 2007-12-09T01:14:44Z 2007-12-09T01:14:44Z

<div>In our continuing effort to bring ATS-Inspired tribal belly dance to the NYC dance scene at large :-) MT has TWO shows this week. <br/> <br/>December 12th, Wednesday at Je'Bon 11 St Marks Place in the East Village $10cover $5 minimum at tables <br/>Mimi Fontana will be performing solo in the first half of the evening and later will be joined by member of Manhattan Tribal for some ATS-Inspired improvisational dancing to live music by Djinn <br/> <br/>December 16th Sunday at the Lafayette Grille. Franklin Street, just East of Broadway, Manhattan Tribal will be showcasing they're unique to NYC style of belly dance at the ASAMED Show. Come and support us..we're the only NYC troupe performing in an ATS format and we want to spread the love. Show starts at 7pm <br/> <br/>Please email me at manhattantribal@yahoo.com for details! <br/> <br/>raq it, <br/>Mimi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-12-09T01:14:44Z Beth http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/d4763611-d081-4d21-ac4c-5d7b99a80b14 2007-12-09T01:08:16Z 2007-12-06T18:41:32Z

<div>Hi lovely tribal ladies, <br/> <br/>Are there any performances then? I'll be coming into town to visit my sister and would love to see some dance. <br/> <br/>Beth</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 1 reply </div>

Beth 2007-12-06T18:41:32Z Karin http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/8b2d859e-b04e-42bb-8ea0-4342db0567f8 2007-11-30T21:11:42Z 2007-11-30T21:11:42Z

<div>Hey all, we wanted to spread the word about our upcoming workshop in DC! <br/> <br/>Tribal fusion belly dance workshop with Kassar &amp; dctribal Holiday hafla! <br/> <br/>RSVP not required <br/> <br/>The amazing duo from the north is gracing us with their presence here in DC, Sunday Dec 8th for a tribal fusion belly dance workshop! And following the workshop we'll be celebrating the holidays at our HOLIDAY HAFLA! open to people interested the tribal belly dance community in the DC area! <br/> <br/>Melanie and Karin began their history together as a collaboration for a New Jersey Renaissance Kingdom performance. From there, the duo Kassar was born. They have been dancing together as Kassar for the past seven years, all the while studying with numerous instructors of the tribal persuasion. Between them, they also bring a background rich in formal ballet training, West African dance, tango fusion and Indian dance technique. This has culminated in the development of their own unique, highly-acclaimed style of tribal bellydance. Kassar has since grown to both teach workshops and perform nationwide. They are extremely pleased and excited to be teaching their first workshop in the DC area. www.kassar <br/> <br/>Layers &amp; Isolations Workshop $45 <br/>Think you have mastered your isolations? Join Kassar for a workshop that will push your boundaries and train your mind and body to connect and move in unique ways. We'll layer basic isolations, expanding your technique repertoire and movement vocabulary. An open mind and a basic mastery of tribal isolations is recommended, but not required. This challenging workshop is open to belly dancers of all levels. <br/>register at www.dctribal.com <br/> <br/>Location <br/>McLean School of Ballet &amp; Jazz <br/>1437 Emerson Avenue <br/>McLean, VA 22101 <br/>Click here to view a map of the studio location, or visit Google maps to obtain detailed directions. <br/> <br/>followed by our Holiday Hafla!!!!! $10 <br/>Join DCTribal as we celebrate the holiday season with some dancing and live music! Bring your hip scarf, drum, food &amp; friends to enjoy the evening's festivities. There will be a few performances and a some surprises. <br/>Hafla Dec 8th 4-8pm <br/> <br/>more information at dctribal.com <br/> <br/>see you there!!! <br/>Karin</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

Karin 2007-11-30T21:11:42Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/f438c086-06d6-43a5-ac62-da93d4e6b4a8 2007-11-28T18:51:43Z 2007-11-28T18:51:43Z

<div>Hey everyone! <br/>We're booked to perform at the ASAMED showcase here in NYC on December 16th, 7pm at the Lafayette Grille <br/> <br/>I'll post details soon! <br/>raq out, <br/>Mimi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-11-28T18:51:43Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/3c4030c0-cf8e-4f58-b34d-8eb954a1ec93 2007-09-24T12:55:12Z 2007-09-24T12:55:12Z

<div>Hey Everyone! <br/>If you're looking to catch some ATS Inspired dancing in the NYC area, Manhattan Tribal has a few upcoming shows. <br/> <br/>Saturday September 29th - The Cranberry Street Faire in Brooklyn Heights right by the St. George Hotel. We go on at around 11:30am and I'll also be teaching a free class as part of the program. Take the "A" train to the High Street Station. <br/> <br/>Sunday September 30th - MT at the Cloisters Medieval Faire - Fort Tryon Park. We'll be dancing to live music by EastWinds Tribal Drumming. The first show is at 1pm at the Riverside Market and we'll be performing throughout the day. Take the "A" train to 190th Street. The Front Gate is located at 193rd St and Ft. Washington Avenue. <br/> <br/>Thanks and please check out our myspace page at www.myspace.com/manhattantribal <br/> <br/>Raq on and feel free to email me with any questions :-) <br/> <br/>Mimi Fontana <br/>www.manhattantribal.com <br/>www.mimifontana.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-09-24T12:55:12Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/22af7d0f-6a05-498e-9ca3-f5bf657c095a 2007-09-24T01:09:22Z 2007-09-24T01:09:22Z

<div>Come check us out :-) <br/> <br/>Saturday, Sept 29th at the Cranberry Street Faire <br/>Cute Brooklyn Heights neighborhood hosting a Festival. We go on at around 11:30am full show and I'll be teaching a free mini belly dance class, Take the A train to High Street, it puts you right on Cranberry! <br/> <br/>Sunday, Sept 30th at Ft. Tryon Park <br/>The Cloister's Medieval Festival <br/>a Medieval Fest in the perfect location! The Cloisters in upper Manhattan, A train to 190th Street, the main gate is at 193rd Street and Ft. Washington Ave. <br/>Our first set is a 1pm at the Riverside Market, we'll be performing throughout the day joined by the fan-dam-tastic EastWinds Tribal Drumming. <br/> <br/>Hope to see you, both events are gonna be a lot o fun. <br/> <br/>Rak, <br/>Mimi <br/> <br/>www.mimifontana.com <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-09-24T01:09:22Z Ambit Energy http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/1cacaa4b-f1b1-4edd-a865-1ad40f9a9465 2007-09-22T06:57:05Z 2007-09-22T06:57:05Z

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Ambit Energy 2007-09-22T06:57:05Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/15f206d5-c531-4463-be37-c9eadeeaabe2 2007-09-20T13:17:19Z 2007-09-19T17:42:50Z

<div>Hey Everyone! <br/>If you're looking to catch some ATS Inspired dancing in the NYC area, Manhattan Tribal has a few upcoming shows. <br/> <br/>Saturday September 29th - The Cranberry Street Faire in Brooklyn Heights right by the St. George Hotel. We go on at around 11:45 and I'll also be teaching a free class as part of the program. Take the "A" train to the High Street Station. <br/> <br/>Sunday September 30th - MT at the Cloisters Medieval Faire - Fort Tryon Park...the schedule is being confirmed so I don't have exact times just yet, but we're on the bill! <br/> <br/>Saturday October 13th - MT at Rakkasah East - Somerset NJ - we'll be dancing to live music by our friends Raquy &amp; the Cavemen! <br/> <br/>Saturday October 27th - Charmed by Starr Witches Ball - Studio 101 - 101 Lafayette Street NYC (this will be a more fusion-oriented show) <br/> <br/>Thanks and please check out our myspace page at www.myspace.com/manhattantribal <br/> <br/>Raq on and feel free to email me with any questions :-) <br/> <br/>Mimi Fontana <br/>www.manhattantribal.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 2 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-09-19T17:42:50Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/f2773169-2362-41b9-b004-94d65814137f 2007-07-12T17:41:41Z 2007-07-11T15:02:03Z

<div>Hi there! <br/> <br/>We just figured it all out, and members of Manhattan Tribal will be joining Vadalna at Tribal Bonfire in New Paltz, NY on July 22nd. <br/> <br/>Naraya and I are also teaching our balancing stuff on yer head workshop at 2:30 pm :-) <br/> <br/>I just found out that there is a bus that goes up to the Bonfire location (about 1 mile away, you need to take a taxi from the bus stop) so if anyone needs that info you can email me :-) <br/> <br/>Vadalna is also shufflin' off to Buffalo this Saturday for Northern Migration check that out at www.northernmigration.net <br/> <br/>xoxo <br/>mimi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 3 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-07-11T15:02:03Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/c807cfdc-f3e5-4752-9985-e7e0b7f0bbcc 2007-07-12T15:31:11Z 2007-06-19T15:27:33Z

<div>Our own Bond girl did some fancy photo taking this weekend in Central Park :-) Keep checking back we'll be posting some Manhattan Tribal pics soon! <br/>Mimi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 3 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-06-19T15:27:33Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/cb18062e-52c0-438f-a594-bda24a96ea90 2007-07-12T15:27:34Z 2007-06-26T02:55:00Z

<div>Hey everyone! <br/>Barushka is hosting the second annual Tribal Bonfire in New Paltz on July 22nd! So far pre-registration has been slow, so please sign up as soon as you can to make this event happen! <br/> <br/>Workshops by Vadalna, Trisha McBride, EastWinds Tribal Drumming, Perizad of Twisted Tassels, Joy Herbst, Bollywood fusion with Dipal Shah and more. Nice prices on the workshops! <br/> <br/>Vadalna will be teaching a sword and fire candle tray balancing workshop, candles are a new thing for most not NYC based dancers so if you've ever wanted to learn it, this is your chance, we'll give you a bunch of tricks of the trade to help you skip over finding out the hard way kinda mishaps :-) We're also offering optional pre-order sword and tray packages so that you're good to go. Several workshops participants from our last NYC workshop are now regularly incorporating these props into their shows. It's great for group work and fantastic for solo fusion and cabaret dances. If you're interested in purchasing props please let us know now since we need to place an order this week :-) You can check out Vadalna doing a candle duet on youtube...is the quality crap? sure it is! it's youtube! but it's a live music candle improv to Djinn...is it hard to improv with a tray of candles on your head? you betcha, but we'll teach you how :-) <br/> <br/>Tribal performances, vending, hanging out, workshops, and a bonfire with drummers? Hells yeah! <br/> <br/>Please check out www.tribalbonfire.com for all the details and to register. <br/> <br/>Raq on, <br/>Mimi Fontana</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 3 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-06-26T02:55:00Z Casey http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/89e23e45-866b-4163-be64-d9dde9cfd789 2007-06-20T14:01:16Z 2007-06-20T14:01:16Z

<div>For anyone who wants to join Eastwinds Tribal Drumming's pre-registered group "Beach Blanket Beledi" at the 25th Annual Mermaid Parade this Saturday , June 23rd in Coney Island, Brooklyn: <br/> <br/>Here are some important details: <br/> <br/>Cost: YES!!!! there is a $10 per person fee to march.. (There may be a discount if we get a large number...if that happens, it'll be a happy surprise! Plan on $10 just to be sure, ok?!) Our pre-registered group, which is called "BEACH BLANKET BELEDI," welcomes anybody and everybody OVER 18. Please note: Jeff &amp; I are not making any money on this whatsoever-all fees go to the Mermaid Parade, to support the insanity that is Coney Island. <br/> <br/>Time: Jeff &amp; I will be there at 10 A.M. because I'm an anal retentive control freak...and... we want to make sure we get a good marching "spot" (not too close to anybody else's music, fer example.) We will be leading the ME percussion - we'd encourage the drummers to meet us no later than 1 pm... or not.. We would appreciate RIQ players...but any percussion is good. Remember...long parade, hot sun...plan ahead, my darlings!!!! Dancers can show up whenever the heck you like...it's all good! Just make sure you sign in and pay the nice Mermaid Parade folks. (BTW, zills...always a good parade idea!) <br/> <br/>Finding us: I'll be l be dressed in Pirate/ Tribal garb, and wearing a small davul and a big smile. Jeff will be the big piratety-looking guy playing the AWESOME lead doumbek riffs. If anybody wants to make/carry a "Beach Blanket Beladi" sign, go for it! It's really crowded...you might want to arrive before 1pm...(Casey's left eye starts to twitch in anticipation of people showing up whenever they want..) Seriously, you REALLY might consider 1:15 at the very latest (noticible tremor starts in upper lip area.) <br/> <br/>WARNING: Every year, some girls parade in pasties and other burlesque-style attire. There may be girls who will be scantily clad in our merry little band. Our group is strictly for OVER 18. Additionally, "Sheik of Araby" and "Gotta Go Back to Constantinople" way be spontaneously played on kazoo. Ok, you've been warned! <br/> <br/>Questions??? Holla back on Tribe or to DrumNdancegrl@aol.com. See you on Saturday! <br/> <br/>~ Casey </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

Casey 2007-06-20T14:01:16Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/efcbcad8-0ca0-46db-98a6-6fa4bae88ca4 2007-06-06T20:44:58Z 2007-06-06T20:44:58Z

<div>Hi there! <br/>I've added an advanced beginner and up fusion class to the roster starting this Sunday, June 10th <br/> <br/>So Sundays at 440 Studios, 440 Lafayette Street Studio #3A, NYC # 6 Subway to Astor Place, or R train to Eigth Street <br/> <br/>1:00pm - 2:15 Tribal Fusion with focus on solo dancing - Open level above basics <br/> <br/>2:15 - 3:00pm ATS / Classic Influenced Tribal Belly Dance with combos and group improv - <br/> *please have a working knowledge of how cueing works to take this class (monday and wednesdays classes are prep for this class) <br/> <br/>$15 per class (cash only), $78 for a 6-class card (payable through paypal or in person via check or cash) <br/> <br/>Gift certificates are available for class cards and for private lessons. <br/> <br/>Please email me with any questions :-) <br/> <br/>hugs, <br/>Mimi <br/> <br/>www.mimifontana.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-06-06T20:44:58Z maduro http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/aea45399-298e-4491-9b8a-e330efa9b9d1 2007-05-16T05:52:32Z 2007-05-16T05:52:32Z

<div>I really enjoyed Manhattan Tribal's performance with Vadalna at Spring Caravan</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

maduro 2007-05-16T05:52:32Z mimibellydance http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal/thread/406f92ba-3066-4c85-80f5-7ab58c858a2d 2007-05-10T23:39:56Z 2007-05-10T23:39:56Z

<div>Hello everyone! <br/>Been meaning to set this tribe up forever! Please join us for news about upcoming events, performances, fundraisers etc. In the next few weeks we'll be posting a lot more schtuff! <br/> <br/>Next few shows: Manhattan Tribal will be part of Dance Parade NYC on May 19th, please go to www.danceparade.org to check it out! <br/>Tribal Jam presented by Vadalna May 26th in Williamsburg - details soon! <br/> <br/>xo <br/>Mimi <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/manhattantribal">Manhattan Tribal tm</a> - 0 replies </div>

mimibellydance 2007-05-10T23:39:56Z