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Hipnotech - October 23rd in Toronto

Rosanna — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:55:23 GMT

Business as Usual proudly presents our inaugural bash: Hipnotech, October 23rd

Featuring:

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

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

Musical support from:

JD Mack [Business as Usual | Opulent Temple]

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

G Cue [Raw Soul]

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

Doors 830pm, First set at 930, Second set at 1030pm. Bring your dancing shoes.

$10.60 advance ($10 + paypal fee), $15 at the door if available, $5 after the bellydance performance (around 11:30). $10 virtual tickets available for me in person or by snail mail. I will not be issuing ANY paper tickets. You will receive email confirmation and just provide your name at the door. Tickets available at www.cleoflaptra.com

Held at Labspace Studio in the east end.
2A Pape Ave. at Eastern Ave.
Accessible by either the Queen Streetcar (24 hour), or by 72 Pape from Pape or Union Stations (runs 5am-1am on Saturdays)

Spaces are also still available in Rosanna's first weekend workshop intensive. This is an extremely rare, first time, maybe never again opportunity to study with one of Canada's most creative and technical tribal fusion dancers. For more details, please visit http://www.cleoflaptra.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

430-5: Questions and wrap up

Cost
$240 before Oct 16
$45 per half day

Send registration via paypal (fees included in cost above) to blueberrysouffle@hotmail.com Registration will shortly be available via my website. For snail mail registration, contact me for a mailing address. You can also register in person at my classes or events. Class size is limited so register early to guarantee a spot. No refunds, but it is partially or fully transferable (ie. another dancer can take your Friday workshops if you can't make it).

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

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Intensive in Toronto with Rosanna/Cleoflaptra

Rosanna — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 05:43:08 GMT

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

Want to know more about my dancing? Please check out my website http://www.cleoflaptra.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

430-5: Questions and wrap up

Cost
$240 (CAD) before Sept 30
$275 (CAD) after Sept 30

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

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

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

Location and details forthcoming.

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

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

Classes in Ottawa!! - details TBA.

Want me to teach at your location?
I'm currently available to teach workshops, privates, and possibly weekly classes (depending on location). For a list of workshop ideas, as well as rates, please contact me. To be added to (or removed from) my email list, please drop a note to cleoflaptra@gmail.com

Cheers,

Rosanna
www.cleoflaptra.com
cleoflaptra@gmail.com

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Vadalna Tribal Workshop & Show 7/18

kadri — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 12:41:46 GMT

Come join the fun as Sol Vibes presents Vadalna in Buffalo!

Date & Time: Saturday, July 18, 2009 more on this date
11:00 AM
Location: Holiday Inn Amherst
1881 Niagara Falls Blvd
Amherst, NY

Who is Vadalna?
Vadalna Tribal Dance Co. is the first professional dance company to bring the cutting edge dance form of “tribal” to the Boston area. Having found its roots in post 9-11 New York City, Vadalna spans the bridge between classical Middle Eastern dance and the New York City Underground, blending elements of hip-hop, house, and modern dance. The result is something neither one extreme nor the other, but both, and uniquely Vadalna.

Workshops:

Workshop #1: Burning Down the Underground
Inspired by the hard edge, industrial sounds of current hip-hop and rap music of Palestine and Lebanon, this workshop focuses on the heat of extremes. Heavily technique based, movements will range from new asymmetric gooey movements to hip-hop based brash, sharp movements of the underground. Movements will have a keen eye on detail, pulling in small yet powerful additions to the foundation movements that reflect the breaks, stops and layers inherent in hip-hop, techno and industrial music we’ve come to love while tying it together with a smooth, sinuous, juicy tribal flow.

Workshop #2: Dancing the Dark
Dancing the Dark will delve deep within our psyches to draw upon our inner Dark Goddesses, calling Her forth to aid us in fiercely and fearlessly dancing our most authentic selves. Movements will challenge you to break beyond the boundaries of tribal fusion to dance to explore both oooey-gooey movements and big, bold, sharp movements that become fuller when drawn from the depths.

For registration and show tickets, please visit http://solvibes.com/Events.html
For more information on Vadaland, please visit http://web.mac.com/vadalna/Vadalna_Temporary_Website/Home.html

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Pittsburgh Bellies in Erie! Early Bird ends Jan 1st at Midnight!!!

Carlala — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:19:27 GMT

Don’t miss your chance to snag up these workshops for only $25 a piece! They are $35 after Jan 1st and at the door…

A heads up on Super Slinky…going quick to our out of town friends coming in on Sat afternoon. Get it while you can!

Is anyone camping out at the hotel? If you’re taking workshops Sunday or both days, make a night of it with the AfterParty right downstairs, the hot breakfast buffet, only $4 on the terrace of the indoor pool the next morning, and the workshops just down the street. One-stop-shop weekend!
Plus if you’re performing, you can get ready right in your room before the show! $69.99 divided by three or four friends isn’t too shabby! I know there are some rooms left if you still ask for the Pittsburgh Bellies block!

And...don't forget the Casablanca Grill Buffet as you're registering! $22 for an All-u-can-Eat Mediterranean buffet! Not to mention kicking back with Zafira and Sadiqa and friends for awhile!

And...We cannot wait to welcome Kadri back to the Erie stage! Whoo Hoo!!!

Register Here:
http://www.theflemingschool.com/pittsbellies.htm

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labor Day 2009

RasaVitalia — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 08:55:27 GMT

Hello WNY!
Happy Thanksgiving! My name is Rasa Vitalia & I am a professional belly dancer with 10+ years experience. I have taught workshops and put on performances around the US. I am interested in connecting with you all in bring the art of belly dance to my hometown, Buffalo, NY. I will be coming to celebrate my sister's wedding in September 2009 during Labor Day Weekend.

I am looking for any events in which I can perform in during this time as well as puttng together a workshop in what I teach- Healing and Primal Belly dance.

Please let me know as I would like to start working on putting together an event in Buffalo, and it would be great to perform as well as have a workshop in Buffalo. Acommodations are already supplied. Looking for connections and interest, location, events, etc..

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Rasa Vitalia
rasavitalia@yahoo.com
http://www.RasaVitalia.com

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2009?

Hayley — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:40:58 GMT

So is there any chance of a return of this festival for 09 id really like to go somewhere north to escape the louisiana summer!

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Kami Liddle Workshop & Gala Show ~ Registration is Up

Zayna — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:42:16 GMT

Kami Liddle Workshops / Gala Show ~ Pre-Registration Up
Bella Dea Tribal Fusion Bellydancers Presents.....

~~Bellydance Superstar~~

Kami Liddle

Saturday, January 17, 2009
The Mansion on Delaware Avenue
414 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14202
www.mansionondelaware.com

(2) 3-hour Workshops / Gala Show to Follow

Workshop pre-registration price is $60 each or $110 for both per person; $70 each at the door, if space is still available. Workshop pre-registration must be received no later than December 31, 2008. Registration begins at 8:00am morning of event. Gala Show is $20 per person. ** NO REFUNDS. **

9:00-12:00
Workshop 1: Fluid Upper Body - Chest isolations, shoulder work, head embellishments, and fluid arms and hands will be the focus of this workshop. We will begin and end with a gentle yoga flow and stretch to help lengthen, strech and strengthen the muscles needed for strong upper body isolations. A yoga mat is helpful, but not required.

1:00-4:00
Workshop 2: Tribal Fusion Choreography: Learn an original choreography by Kami, complete with slinky isolations, shimmies, turns, layers, locks, ticks, breaks and more.. a la fusion style! This class is open to all, but some belly dance experience will be helpful. Water and a dance journal are essential.

Gala Show ~ 8:00-11:00 ~ Doors at 7:30

~~If you are interested in performing at the Gala Show you must be pre-registered for at least one workshop and you will receive (1)free admission to the Gala Show. Gala Show Performers are first to pay, first to reserve a slot to perform. Performance must be limited to 5 min per group or soloist. Space is limited. ~~

**Overnight Guestrooms Available at The Mansion on Delaware Avenue starting at $125 (plus taxes) ~ Limited Availability**
***Please call hotel directly and mention Bella Dea Gala to reserve your room today***

For more information and pre-registration form visit us at www.belladea.net

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Heather Stants- The Originator of the Urban Tribal dance style teaching in Buffalo NY!!!!!

ilya rose — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:26:32 GMT

Workshops in Buffalo, NY on September 13 & 14, 2008
Adam's Mark Hotel, 120 Church St., Buffalo, NY 14202

Saturday, Sept. 13th
6:00-6:30pm - warm up
6:30-7:30pm - "Smooth & Slick Movement" -- Explore the fluidity that makes Heather stand out among the top belly dancers in the world. This class is for all levels of dancers - even beginners.
11pm - Saturday Night Show featuring a performance with Heather Stants & Tara Kearney of Urban Tribal Dance Company as well as the top west coast swing dancers in the world!

Sunday, Sept. 14th
9:30-10:00am - warm up
10:00-11:00am - "Slinky, Sexy, Cool Moves" -- Join Heather as she teaches us some of her newest slinky moves - it will make you feel like a goddess on the dance floor!
11:00-12:00pm - "Killer Combinations" -- This intermediate/advanced workshop will test yo' skillz! Heather will take you through some of the toughest combinations you've ever seen.

Pricing:
(pre-registration must be postmarked before Sept. 1st to get the discounted rate)

Heather's VIP Pass (includes all three of Heather's workshops, both 1/2 hour warm-ups and the Saturday Night Show) $70.00 before 9/1/08; $85.00 after 9/1 and at the door

Saturday Belly Dance Pass (includes the 6pm warm-up + Heather's Saturday workshop and the Saturday Night Show) $25.00 before 9/1/08; $30.00 after 9/1 and at the door

Individual Belly Dance Workshop -- $25.00 each workshop before 9/1/08; $30.00 after 9/1 and at the door

Saturday Night Show -- $5.00 per person (can pay at the door)

To register & pay for the workshops - please make your payment to "Swing Niagara" and mail it to Maria Cirino, 98 Sherwood Lane, North Syracuse, NY 13212.

For instructions of paying with a credit card (via PayPal) - please visit our website and look for the pink instructions - www.swingniagara.com

Room Rates: $110 per night (rate effective until 8/28/08) - mention "Swing Niagara" to get the discounted rate.

Heather's workshops are in conjunction with a national swing & hustle dance convention being held at the Adam's Mark Hotel. (This was the best way for me to bring together two of my desired worlds :)

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Jill Parker in Connecticut 2009!!!! A weekend Immersion!

joyrochelle — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:47:55 GMT

Allo all!!! I am planning a fantastic weekend
immersion with Jill Parker occur in February of 2009 in Milford CT. I
Thanks!!! I am soo excited to bring Jill out.

Jill Parker has inspired me ENORMOUSLY from day one and continues to
do so years later... she was an original member of San Francisco's Fat
Chance Belly Dance, the creators of American Tribal Style, and when
she mastered that she moved on to generate and establish Ultra Gypsy
Dance Theater and Barbary Coast Shakedown-- originators of some of the
most creative and cutting edge tribal fusion and dance theater we've
seen.

She has over 20 years of belly dance experience and has really reduced
her travel down in the past 3 years, so her willingness to come to CT
and share a multi-focal immersion weekend that will include drilling,
choreography building exercises, combo creations and guided
discussions regarding her history in belly dance, professionalism and
ethics, community, dancer's body image and healing through belly dance
is TRULY a very unique experience to be had and one really into to be
missed if you enjoy tribal belly dance and fuse elements of other
styles to create your art. Please join us for this amazing weekend.
www.ultragypsy.com

xoxoxoxo- JoY
www.joydances.com

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Registration is up...Zafira in Erie!!!

Carlala — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:55:31 GMT

Shimmy for a Cure Gala Show and Workshops Event has got

~~~Zafira~~~

for two Sunday workshops, on June 1st
at The Avalon Hotel in Erie!!!

Registration page available at:

www.shimmyforacure.com/workshop.htm

or

www.theflemingschool.com/workshops.htm

ooooh we are gonna party!!!!

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Will there be a NOMI this year?

ilya rose — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 20:51:11 GMT

Is there going to be another NoMI in July this year?
We have a Spring show in July and I wanna make sure it doesnt conflict with your event> Ilya

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Hideous! Kinky! Pittsburgh Workshops & Show

oliviakiss — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 00:08:20 GMT

Hideous! Kinky!
Speak Easy Cabaret.
Hosted by Zafira Dance Co.

Mira Betz (CA)
Sadiqa (PA)
Balafon West African Music and Dance Company (DC)
Ukelucky (The dynamic duo: Ukelizzy and Buddy Nutt) (PA)
Zafira Dance Company (PA)
Emcee Phat Mandee (PA)
and more!

Hideous! Kinky!
Sat. April 12
8 PM
@
Grey Box Theatre
3595 Butler St (Lawrenceville)
Pittsburgh, PA 15201

For info on Workshops w. Mira Betz and to purchase tickets:
www.zafiradance.com/mira.html

To see pictures from the last Hideous! Kinky!
www.pbase.com/darter02/hk1

We are excited about this show because it coincides w/ the 10th Anniversary of Eve Ensler's Vagina Monologues and her V Day foundation whose mission is to stop violence against women.

Hideous! Kinky! will coincide w/ a huge 2 day V-Day spectacular at the Super Dome in New Orleans. Selma Heyak, Oprah, Ellen Degeneres... and a gagillion other stars will all perform at the Super Dome and all the money from these events will go straight to the women of New Orleans!! Here is an article about the event:

v10.vday.org/node/401

Here is Eve Ensler speaking about her play, her foundation and its mission and her evolution in Buddhism:

www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/64

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DVDs are mailed!!!

kadri — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 16:43:38 GMT

Sorry all, I got hit with a super flu that took out me and half of my work for a while. I'm basically back on my feet now and mailed all the student orders yesterday. Post office guy said it should take 2-3 days for mailings in the US and about 5 for Canadian. We are, however, getting hit with a huge storm yesterday and today so it may set it back a litle.

Moral of the story, they are FINALLY on their way!

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Keeping in touch w our neighbors

Carlala — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:45:02 GMT

Hey guys, here's links to join Erie Pa Bellydance and Shimmy for a Cure...Come say Hi!

Erie <3 Nomi and Buffalo!

http://tribes.tribe.net/eriebellydance

http://tribes.tribe.net/charitybellydanceevent08

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DVDs are done! (repost)

kadri — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:07:33 GMT

I just got the shipment in and will be getting them all out to you this week!

For anyone out of the area, I have your mailing address and will be sending it.

For anyone in the area, I was thinking that it might be a good idea to position myself somewhere in North Buffalo with the DVD orders sometime really soon and you can come grab them and maybe we can end up having a coffee or chai together. What do you say?

*****Had some issues with this, so I posted it again!

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Shimmy for a Cure in Erie PA: Featuring Zafira!

stadtica — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:13:12 GMT

To benefit: The John Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation www.johnkanziuscancerresearchfoundation.org
Saturday May 31, 2008, show starts at 7:30pm
Doors open at 6:30pm
At the Erie Playhouse Theater, 13 W. 10th St, Erie PA 16501
www.erieplayhouse.org/
Proudly presenting: Zafira Dance Company (voted dance troupe of the year 2007
by Zaghareet Magazine)
also featuring the talents of: Shades of Araby with Valizan (Toronto CA), Sadiqa (Pittsburgh, PA) Euphraxia Buffalo NY), Gypsy RaQ, Evil Peanut Butter, The Houdani Dancers (Eastside YMCA), Jessica Stadtmeuller (Erie Art Museum) and Kadri (Buffalo NY) and more!
Also, see the special “Candle Bellydance” in Honor/Memory of Cancer Survivors/Victims….
Enjoy..
Chinese auction, Henna artists, Vendors, Live music featuring Gypsy RaQ with Carlala, Cash bar

Gala Tickets
Regular seats $15,
Gold seats $30, (includes up front seating and special after performance meet the dancers reception with Wine, Cheese and Chocolate buffet)!
Tickets NOT YET for sale, but will be available at the Erie Playhouse Box office and via the Shimmy for a Cure website

Zafira Workshops!!! (not part of benefit)
(To be held at the Avalon Hotel) Hosted by The Fleming School of Dance (Carlala) www.theflemingschool.com/

“Bellydance Bootcamp”
Saturday. May 31, 2008 from 1-3pm
This bellydance workshop includes aerobic dance combinations and conditioning exercises to build strength and endurance, while hip, chest drills and belly work are used to develop technique. Bring a yoga mat and some water.

“Zafira Choreography”
Sunday. June 1, 2008 from 11am-1pm
Let Zafira share some of their secrets of choreography creation. This workshop works on stage presence, posture, working with other dancers, and shows how to make even a simple choreography dynamic. Also, We will work in pairs/small groups to learn a short choreography.
Registration info TBA very soon!
Hope you all can come and be a part this very special event!

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Questions Answered

kadri — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 13:36:20 GMT

OK…here are a couple answers to questions that have been coming up.

First, the good news – the DVDs are almost done and a clip will be posted here any day so you can get a taste for the whole thing.

Second, the bad news – after much thought and even more debate, it has been decided that there will not be a NoMi this year. We’ve loved doing this event and seeing all of you dancing your hearts out, but unfortunately it is not financially feasible to do another one.

So there it is, keep your eyes posted here for that clip and I’ll post when the DVDs mail!

Happy New Year all!

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Nice to see you in Pittsburgh, Kadri!

oliviakiss — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 18:20:31 GMT

Especially since it was your birthday!
Thanks for coming to our workshop!
I hope you had a great birthday night--wink wink, nod nod.

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DVD News

kadri — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:58:22 GMT

My apologies go out to all of you that the DVDs are late. Life has been taking some weird turns as of late and I had to focus on some personal matters. Never fear, the wheels are turning again and I will keep you updated ..... I promise, cross my heart!!!!

Sidenote - Mr. Rob, our videographer, is one of the most patient men I've ever met in my life!

I apologize again and appreciate your understanding. The DVDs are now my main priority!

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Sharon Kihara in Pittsburgh: Early Bird Deadline Extension!!

oliviakiss — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 19:38:03 GMT

Pittsburgh Workshops with Sharon Kihara of the Bellydance Superstars
Jan 26 & 27th
Breathe Yoga Studio
hosted by Zafira Dance Company

Saturday: Technique with a Focus on Layering
This class is intended for the Bellydancer who wants to improve their sense of timing, coordination and power. We’ll begin with a yoga and pilates based workout to stretch and tone the body, and graduate to full-body drills and unique combinations, featuring juicy layered movements! This class is fun for adventurous beginners with some experience through more advanced level dancers. Please bring a yoga mat or towel and dress as though you are going to a yoga class.

Sunday: Cairo-SF-NY: An Egyptian/Tribal Fusion choreography
Middle East meets West Coast in this original fusion dance! Learn a full choreography, with roots based in San Francisco Tribal style, spiced with Classical Egyptian flavor, to beautiful fusion music from NYC! This class is recommended for all levels, and we will employ much of the technique from the Saturday class. Please dress in comfy, stretchy clothes; bring a belt or hip scarf of some kind; and a notebook if you like!

*** We area also extending the Early Bird prices until midnight, friday Jan. 4th. Why? Because we like you.****************************

visit www.zafiradance.com to register or for more info

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Nomadiqa Ethnic Fusion and Arabesque Beats - Repost

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:30:00 GMT

Hi Folks,
We recently released a debut album. It's a mix of electronic and arabian styles. We're hoping it might appeal to the tribal and belly dance community, and also people that are into this sort of vibe and music. Please feel free to have a listen on myspace where we have four full tracks available to listen online.

http://www.myspace.com/nomadiqa

It would also be great to promote it through the network of tribal and/or belly dance teachers who might be interested to sell it at a class or bazaar. We can offer it at wholesale prices with plenty of capacity for the seller to make a decent profit on top of the wholesale price.

Please contact info@nomadiqa.com for further details. Sorry for the self promotion.

Hope to hear from you.

Many thanks,

Nomadiqa
http://www.nomadiqa.com

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Zoe Jakes & Pittsburgh... 2 Great Tastes that Taste Great Together!! Earlybird Ends Fri. Nov. 2

oliviakiss — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:24:55 GMT

Awww....YEAH!
Zoe Jakes comes to Pittsburgh

1 Day- 2 Hot Workshops!
Early Bird Special ends Nov. 2!

Sunday Dec. 2, 2007
Breath Yoga Studio
1113 E. Carson St
Pittsburgh’s Historic South Side

Fast & Furious 1- 3 pm
$40 early bird/ $50 after Nov. 2
All levels welcome!!

Release your Inner Spaz! 3:30 – 5:30pm
$40 early bird/ $50 after Nov. 2
Some experience recommended.

Both workshops:
$65 Early Bird/ $75 After Nov. 2

Visit: http://www.zafiradance.com/zoeworkshop.html
For more detailed descriptions and to register.

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Calling all Gypsies, Tramps and Queens!

oliviakiss — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:08:09 GMT

Come and play w/ us!

Zafira Dance Company Hosts

Vaudeville Carnivale .:Deaux:.
Where the Bourgeois meet La Boheme

Sat. Nov. 22, 2007
Kelly Strayhorn Theater
Pittsburgh, PA

8pm/ doors open @ 7pm
$15 Advance/ $18 Door
$10 Students /$5 Children under 10

Join us for an evening of tantalizing performances, food, drink and artistry that will delight your soul. Our city’s finest entertainers & legends come out for this spectacular fundraising event for Pittsburgh’s own Zafira Dance Company and the Kelly Strayhorn Theater. Prepare yourself for a stunning spectacle of epic proportions!!!

Magnificent performances that will inspire and delight you!

Daring delicacies to tempt your taste buds, Your Inner Vagabond will set up their Turkish Coffee house. Savory treats and libations for sale and by donation.

Don’t forget your purse! We will have a bizarre bazaar with artwork, clothes and jewelry to outfit your inner gypsy!

Wear your finest! Old-Tyme Photo Portraits of you and your loved ones!

Artists & Performers include:
 The Man. The Legend. Bob Zillah… Circus Barker Emcee
 Kill the Unicorn (Torchlight Jazz, Gospel, Calypso Art Band)
 Ana Vey (Tri- Hop Gypsy Jazz)
 Liz Hammond (AKA the UkeLady)
 Phat Mandee (Singer Songstress)
 Zafira (Steal your heart, saucy, ragtime bellydance)
 Kassar (Otherworldly, Athletic, Devine Dance Divas)
 Sarah & Katrina (Vintage Ballet Performance)
 Erin Carey (Aerialist Extraordinaire)

Visit www.zafiradance.com for more information and to purchase tickets! Tickets on sale soon!

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Do you know how fortunate you are?

Onca — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 03:38:32 GMT

To be so very near the dynamo of dance that is Zafira?
We love them here in Asheville (NC) but alas, it is more than a skip and jump to get to them. We just cain't get enough. ..
What a life!

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Notes From Gypsy Spins Class: Bettah Late than Nevah... I hope

oliviakiss — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 19:42:42 GMT

Gypsy Spins & Stylings w/ Olivia:
Let me know if you have any questions!!!

Pasa Doble Walk: Horse Prance (4 count each step, 16 ct total)
*keep chest forward, shoulders back and upper arms close to torso
*dont forget to bring the knee up high, and step toe- heal
*step forward on 1, slowly bring your weight forward on 2,3,4

Flamenco Back Step: (4 ct each step back, 16 ct total.... pivot turn on last two counts)
*feet: step back L, small step in place R,L, hold for one count
then step back R, and in place L,R
*arms open w/ hand floreo accent on 1, bring arms together on 2,3,4

Arabic Twist/ Flamenco Variation w/ Peak-a-boo:
(with & w/out a partner, w/ a partner-- look at each other for the peak-a-boo)
(8 count for each full combo: the arabic w/ a twist is the first 4 counts, the step w/ peek-a-boo turn is 5,6 (peek),7,8)
*feet: arabic twist: R,L, twist R, L, step forward R, L-Turn and PEEK-, turn and step over R shoulder-R,L
*arms: open wide shoulder level on R,L, bring in for twist R,L, push down for step, turn and peek R,L, push through bottom and bring arms up for last R,L

Pose

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Buffalo Oct 14-16

RasaVitalia — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 23:14:22 GMT

Hi all!
My name is Roz and I am a belly dancer from San Francisco. I was wondering if there were any festivals or workshops on belly dance in buffalo during these dates. Ill be there! If not, I am willing to teach one or perform in Buffalo! Anyone have any ideas or suggestions?
Please let me know-
Thanks!
Roz
Roz@Rozwood.com

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DVD Question

Amalthea — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 15:48:55 GMT

Hey guys! Just a quick question about the DVD. Is there going to be a list of the music credits that were used by the artists??? That would be really great as there was some great music that night.
Can't wait to get my copy!
Thanx!

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Babeville

Imbi — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 18:40:30 GMT

The site of NoMi 2007, then known as Asbury Hall at The Church has been renamed.... It is now known as "Babeville"! Ani performed at Babeville last night (there is a second show tonight) and she was...amazing! She looked great! You'd never know she had a baby 9 short months ago! It was strange being there and not being able to walk around as if I owned the place, but it was really fun, great energy and I saw some of our old RBR friends including Bill!!! I miss NoMi!!!

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Gypsy Show in Pittsburgh (It's only 3 hrs away!)

oliviakiss — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 02:42:44 GMT

Come to Belvedere's in Lawrenceville for a night of sultry gypsy music and dance with:
Ana-Vey (Gypsy Jazz)
E Muzeki (Turkish & Greek gypsy grooves)
and Olivia of Zafira Dance Co. with her saucy moves!

Belvedere's
41st & Butler St
8 PM
$7

www.zafiradance.com
www.emuzeki.com
www.myspace.com/ana-veyband

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Hey thank you beauties!

kamille — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:51:16 GMT

I had a good time with all you ladies! Got back home finally, school started up immediately, so I'm just now getting my head on straight and getting around to saying that it was a loverly show! Miss you all.

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NoMi 2007 Quotes

Imbi — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:58:33 GMT

Following are my favorite quotable moments from the fest. Names have been withheld to protect the guilty!

"You know what would make it all better? A pipe...and Taco Bell"

"I lose my faith in humanity when I'm on bathroom duty"

"I just want to go home and have a cheese sandwich"

"I think I made a complete ass of myself last night"

"I think Sashi stole my soul"

"I'm not going to lie to you, I need some money for a 40"

"Keep your shoes on"

Please post your memorable moments, quotes and photos so that we may all bask in the collective afterglow of NoMi 2007!

Love,
Imbi
NoMi's official whip cracker and little black dress wearer

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MISS YOU GUYS SO MUCH ALREADY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

sashi — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:37:31 GMT

What a kick ass festival with such fucking wonderful people to dance with, create chaos with, ghost hunt with, drink with, (saw the ghosts before the drinking...really...The Church you know!) heckle at (Boo!), throw toilet paper from the bellfries at a particular instructor who likes turtles....with, make up drunk nick names with (Fred will now officially be known asTurtle Head Fred!...eh hem...aka prairie doggin'), dolly-skate with, gnome love with, make Bill crazy with... I could go on forever with this list...maybe we should make that the theme of this thread...yeah! DO IT!

Really though, I couldn't have asked for a better batch of people to spend such a great weekend with. You Buffalo grrls (and guys) are the best! See you next year. I'll bring the JD, toilet paper and Fred will bring the Turtle Head! Muahahahahahahahahah!

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Zafira and BDSS Workhops in Pittsburgh: Aug. and September

oliviakiss — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:26:29 GMT

We are only 4 hrs away....
Come Play w/ US!!!!!
*******************************************

Join Olivia for the 3rd and Final installment of the Summer Shimmy Series

Topic: Partner Play
Sat . 8/ 14, 12 - 2 pm
$20 in advance/ $25at the door
To register visit:
http://www.breathe-yogastudio.com/workshop.html

*********
Zafira is excited to host a workshop & performance by Belly Dance Superstar: Petite Jamilla

Show: Sat 9/8
8 PM
Rex Theater
Zafira and Petite Jamilla will be joined by several local and regonal dancers and troupes for this show. Many styles and genres of bellydance will be represented!! Complete roster of performers TBA.

Workshop: Sunday, 9/9
12 - 4:30 @ Breathe Yoga Studio
Topic: TBA ** we need your help for this... read on.

For complete information on the Petite Jamilla wkshop & Show and to register visit:
www.zafiradance.com/pjworkshop.html

**Show/ workshop Packages will be offered.

***WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!!!!!
We can't decide which of Petite Jamilla's workshop topics to choose.
We love them both! Can you help us?
Which would you be most interested in taking:
Modern Drum Solo or Double Veil Spinning?

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NoMi swag!!!!

foolish_magpie — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 15:40:44 GMT

Stuff! You want stuff! You love stuff!
So check it out!

http://www.cafepress.com/nomiswag

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Order Your NoMi videos NOW!!!!

foolish_magpie — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 15:21:24 GMT

Anyone who didn't fill out a DVD order form at the Nomi gala show- it's not too late to order your DVD!

Heartbeat of the East is proud to offer a professionally edited dvd of the Gala featuring performances by:
Kassar
Zafira
Tribal Feat
Gypsy Caravan
Frederique
Unmata
..and other special guests

For $32.50 (price includes shipping and handling)
Just paypal kadri274@msn.com
with "nomi dvd" in the subject line.

Please be sure to include your shipping address!

Any questions?
Just PM me!

Thanks!
~Jenna

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T-Shirts?

Mandy — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 17:53:51 GMT

Quick question. Are there any nomi t-shirts/tanks left? And if so, is it possible to still get one?

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If you loved Unmata and Zafira's workshops and performances at NoMi.....................

kari_merlina — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 17:57:42 GMT

check'em out again in Pittsburgh!!!

Early Bird Registration for Fusion on October 13, 2007 is officially open and will end on September 15th.

Hosted by PurpleMatilda, this event will feature workshops with Unmata
of Sacramento, CA and Pittsburgh's very own Zafira Dance Company. This
event will start off with a yoga session with Sterling Painton........which will be absolutely necessary since we all know that Zafira and Unmata will kick our butts with exciting Belly Dance movement and a workout!! We will finish off this fantastic day with a spectacular evening performance with local talent featuring a variety of dance disciplines to include acro-contortion, flamenco, contemporary ballet, tap, and hip hop.

Registration can be done via PayPal through our website.
www.yogaandbellydance.com/octoberworkshops.html

Contact Kari purplematilda@yahoo.com or Sterling
sterlingyoga@verizon.net for more information.

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YAY!

lunataylor — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:03:12 GMT

So.... have I mentioned that I love NoMi? And that I love Oh Buffalo?

We didn't have much time this year to spend with all of you, but it was an amazing whirlwind of fun! Great job Kadri, Keith, and the entire NoMi gang for making this event truly unique and welcoming to the teachers, performers, vendors, and spectators. Special thanks to Imbi and Jenna for getting us up close and personal with a few waterfalls!

Niagara is a serious power crossing for me. Amy and I got down into the river on Goat Island this year to soak our feet and splash our face and arms. I collected some touchstones to bring home with me for clarity, and I feel recharged.

The Church is the coolest venue I think I've ever danced...

Also, I love The SPOT! Yummy.

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NoMi photos

Imbi — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:45:04 GMT

I have troubles posting photos on Tribe. Check out this link to shutterfly...

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8Act2TVw2ZtGQl

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Vai'datha: A celebration of life... through dance

Levana — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:20:03 GMT

So, now that I'm able to actually talk about the piece that we all did for Keegan, Kadri and Keith, I wanted to make a quick post for a few people who asked about it -- so here is the FAQ:

- The name we picked, is one Chimene researched and came up with -- 'Vai'datha', which is Romani (yes?), means 'Many Paths, One Way", or "Many Ways", or "Many Paths, One Answer". For some reason "The NoMi Dancers" just wasn't working, and I was under the impression that "Sparkle Motion" was taken. So we used something else.

- The music we danced to was "Return to Innocence", by Enigma. And was inspired by this video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkaY_lc_2UM -- for me, it's hard to watch that and not get weepy now.

- The concept was "firsts" and the theme was seasonal and elemental faes -- something they say all children see -- but adults, do not.

- The woman who performed were:

Earth - Chimene
Air - Jennie
Fire - Soo
Water - Myself
Winter - Lindsay
Fall - Catyia
Summer - Diana
Spring - Kathleen

Special guests: Erie PA Bellydance:

Sun - Vikky
Moon - Jessica
Stars and Universe - Carla

- The gifts that were given out at the end, were inside the baskets the ladies danced with, and there were 8 little surprises for Keegan, one from each dancer.

- I made all the wings, but those pairs are NOT for sale. Each woman owns their own pair and Cat's were the one pair that was the most unique -- she wore Bat Faerie wings. I do sell wings... www.missanthropy.com

- We didn't have a chance to eat any of Autumn's chili out of my cups, sorry to disappoint.

- While I was MC'ing, I noticed the stage lights were hitting those cups, and causing a reflection on to the black curtain, so I had to wrap the cover-up around my whole chest.

- When I asked these ladies to be a part of this celebration dance, it was back in March. And they were dedicated to the project all this time, right up to the performance.

- The original plan was to have Valizan in the number as well, but his schedule conflict made him unable to be a part of it. Rowan was also going to be a part of it, but was unable to come. It was going to be: The Sun, Moon, Stars, as well as Birth and Death -- the cycle of life. Lori's daughter Crystal was also going to help present the baskets, but when you're planning a number like this... it's amazing how things get lost in the whirl of things :(

- Pretty much nobody knew exactly what was going on behind the closed doors, except for Lori, who was the one and only person I told 80% of what was going on to, so she could run damage control and distraction if we needed it.

- Yes. 7 of us are wearing Melodias... haha! And yes, we planned that. 7 different colors, too. Melo should pay us for advertising :)

- Amy Sigl was responsible for helping me work out a choreography. She and I went back and forth a few times about how to go about it, and she was kind enough to really let me into her brain about her own feelings and tips on choreography.

- The ladies worked their asses off on those costumes:
-- Jennie wore some real feathers... blue jay ones, that she actually found on her property.
-- Diana had a hummingbird in her hair and dragonflies on her panel skirt.
-- Cat had gourds in her hair!!! :)
-- Sue's dance name is 'Fire', and thus, she was the element 'Fire'.
-- Chimene went the most out of her way to create a costume, and even braided leaves into her hair.
-- Kathleen had lilacs all over her blouse!!
-- Lindsay hand-sewed half her costume pieces -- and then did the same for some of the others.
-- I had seashells, pearls, sea glass, a star fish and a sea horse decorating my head band.

:)

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Videos or Pictures of Vai'datha or Euphraxia...

Levana — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 23:24:40 GMT

I was wondering... who out there got video footage of the hafla -- or pictures. I'd love for the ladies who were in the last piece, to be able to see their performance. I know Vikky from Erie has it on tape, but does anyone local have it? If you do, I will gladly pay you to let me make a copy for us all. I'd like to make sure it winds up as a format that will play in a DVD player (on -R DVDs, not +R ones), and I have a place I can take tapes to and get them converted and made finalized.

Also... did anyone happen to get any pictures or video of Diana and I ... ?

If anyone has anything for me, I will love you and hug you, and be your new best friend (within reason) -- and I know the other ladies will appreciate it, too.

Leslie
theinfamousmissboo@gmail.com
Euphraxia Dance -- Euphraxia.com

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Dear NoMi:

Levana — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:03:43 GMT

Dear NoMi 2007:

I just wanted to thank you for giving me the best weekend of 2007. Thank you for being everything I hoped you'd be. Thank you for cheering me up when I was down, and for making me laugh when I felt weepy. Thank you for bringing me together with so many of my long distance friends.

Thank you for kicking my ass, for giving me cool new shit to bring home, for showing me that dance really is all about the joy, and for reminding me why I will dance so long as there's a breath left in my body. Thank you for entertaining me, for teaching me, for letting me help others, and for allowing me to make new friends. Thank you for letting me have the best blue martini I've ever had, and for the almond roca.

Thank you for introducing my dog to a pretty lady who played with him till he passed out. Thank you for the sparkle, the shiny, the glitter and the "glamor" that I guess Olivia felt I "brought back" to bellydance (that is the most touching thing I have ever had anyone say to me about a performance).

Thank you for allowing me to present a gift that has been living in my heart for many months now. Thank you for letting me do that with 11 beautiful women -- from near, and FAR. Thank you for allowing me to do that, and make Keith cry at the same time. Thank you for all of Kadri's hugs this weekend, for giving her a "dolly" to "ride" across the floor on Sunday, for bringing so many people to support all her hard work and dedication, and for being so amazingly good at what she does. Thank you for keeping Keegan awake long enough to see so much of it!!! *PHEW*

Thank you for Imbi's little black dress... really... thank you for that. Damn.

Thank you for time at the Towne with some ladies I can now call friends. Thank you for that security guard at the BW (mrow). Thank you for flying toilet paper, eye patches, walkie talkies, and for letting me use a microphone to tell a whoooooooole crowd of people I was planning to get drunk on Friday night. Thank you for giving me the pleasure and the honor of announcing Una Hajra... and Miss K. Thank you for the weather -- even the nice, cool rain. Thank you for the amazing smell of bath and body goodies, wafting through the air every day. Thank you for Valizan being really damn good at diaphragm chest lifts.

Thank you for all the new art for my wall -- thank you for letting me see my hand-made 'sumpthnsumpthin' wrapped around a pretty lady's neck. Thank you for having the chance to watch the UnmataJog warm up, in the downstairs hallways, and for making me jump up and down a whole eff of a lot.

Thank you for bringing 2 women into my life ... who can wear pieces of my Mom's amber with true honor and appreciation. Thank you for the broom n' booty dance, the peppermint patties, for the chance to announce Bella Dea to the NoMi crowd, and for letting me wear faerie wings on stage.

Thank you for everything that you let me do ... and all you let me be. Thank you for encouraging me, for giving me a place to rock out, and thank you, for giving me a chance to practice lotus hands, while drunk. For a very... long... time.

Thank you for RBR, for Asbury Hall, for the artist community in WNY, and for Miss D. Thank you for the porn butt, kick the cat, and prancing pony. And most of all... thank you for coming through for me. Again. I can't wait to spend time with you again. I have a good feeling you will knock my socks off in all new ways... and that I'll be forever singing your praises. So what do you say? Same time, next year? I'll bring the yoga mat, if you bring your basket of goodies.

Love,
Boo

PS: Thank you... for Bill. Bill... rocks.

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Thank you all!!!

kadri — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 02:45:15 GMT

Sorry this post is so late in coming. As you can probably guess I wasn't really with it enough Monday to be able to work my brain and I decided to take last night off and go see a parade with Keegan.

So here it is, my thank you post. Thank you to all the amazing teachers, the workshop peeps, vendors and show attendees that helped to make this year's festival amazing! It's for you that this crazy festival idea happened in the first place. I know that there are so many people around here that would love to go to San Fran and Portland, so I decided to bring it closer! Thanks to everyone for sticking with us for the 2nd year and to all of our new friends who came by to see what we're all about!

My main thanks go to the amazing people that surround me every week. First to the HBE grrrls and NoMi volunteers, thank you for inspiring me to keep challenging myself to be a better teacher. You guys are getting so good that I HAVE to keep 3 steps ahead. Thank you all for going out of your way to donate time, food, energy and much fabric to the cause! You have helped to show that Buffalo belongs on the map!

As for the NoMi planning committee of Jenna, Imbi, Kim, Lori and Vicky .... you all have amazed me so much this year. Everytime someone thanks me I want to spin them around and say, no you need to be thanking them! You have all believed in this from the beginning and gave everything you had to make it the best festival I would personally want to go to! Thank you so much for sticking with me all these years, you rock!

And to my family, Keith, Keegan, Mom & Dad, words don't begin to describe the amount of love that has filled my life over this past year. I never knew how good it could be to be Kim the mother, the daughter, the partner and the person. Your support has been invaluable.

Again, thank you all for making all of our hard work worth every second!

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Evaluation Forms

Imbi — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:51:43 GMT

Thank you to all who had a chance to complete the Festival evaluation form! We made several changes to our Festival from last year to this year based on participant feedback. If you did not have the chance to complete an evaluation form (which was located in your welcome bag) and would be able to do so now, now that you've had the chance to rest and reflect, we would be SO APPRECIATIVE of your feedback! If you still have a form, please complete it and either drop it off at Heartbeat of the East or, if you are from out of town, please mail it to:

Northern Migration
c/o Kimberly Scanlon
178 Kings Highway
Snyder, NY 14226

If you do not have a form, please PM ~kim~ and she will send you the form electronically.

We would also appreciate feedback from NoMi Vendors and Instructors. Kim is creating specialized evaluation forms for you and will be forwarding them to you for completion.

Your thoughts and comments are an integral faction of improving the NoMi Festival experience!!!! We hope that you did see improvement from last year to this...we made every attempt to address everone's concerns and suggestions from last year.

Thank you again for getting to NoMi! We would be NOTHING without you!!!!!!!!

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Thank you Kadri & Heartbeat of the East

Lisa )0( — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 15:02:17 GMT

You wonderful Buff-Buff Buffalo Gals really outdid yourselves! I came up for both the Hafla and the Gala, and both were incredibly fabulous. What can I say...I love me some NoMi!

The Church is such a great venue. The teachers and classes had me green with envy sitting on the sidelines, and the vendors had so many divine temptations to choose from. And the NoMitini...pure yummyness in a glass.

I loved seeing so many wonderful people, even if it was for a quick hello or hug. The performances were phenomenal, and each and every performer reminded me how much I love bellydance.

Again, thank you all so much! I hope to see you soon...and I can't wait for NoMi the third!

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lost and found?

peregrinekt — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 15:49:13 GMT

hey
i left my favorite ever shawl in the casbah on sunday, did anyone find it?
its sort of wooly knit blanket/poncho thing which is brown on one side and black on the other with an orange indian paisly border.
(but if you found it, dont need it anytime soon, you guys should all take naps!)

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vendors?

dragolin — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 18:57:04 GMT

do we havea list of who is vending yet?? I just want to know if I will be spending my earnings there.

thanks kyla

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Friday and Saturday night line ups!

kadri — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 10:54:23 GMT

Here are the dance line ups for Friday night Hafla and Saturday night showcase. These are listed in order, so check to see when you or your favorite performers are on and make sure you get a good seat!

Hafla Performers: (Friday night student show, in order)

Euphraxia – Buffalo
Kizmet – Cambridge, ON
Una Hajra – Buffalo
Arani – Vineland, NJ (NoMi raffle winner)
Zuut – Buffalo
Kharina
Carlala – Erie, PA
Belladea – Buffalo
Oolima –Buffalo
Frankie – Jenkintown, PA
Yrma – Buffalo
Jessica – Erie, PA
Aradia - Rhode Island
Heartbeat Tribal – Buffalo
Kadri – Buffalo
Special performance with Vai’datha – Buffalo

Special Guests: (Saturday night Showcase)

Hipnosis
Sarah – Alchemy Dance Theatre
Vadalna
Kamille – Rockabelly
Khafif

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Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix

Catyia — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 20:31:26 GMT

Hey Everyone,

I know Boo posted something about Potter, so I wanted to throw out some show times for the Regal Elmwood.

Friday the 13th
9am 10am 10:30am 12:10pm 12:40pm 1:10pm 1:40pm 3:20pm 3:50pm 4:20pm

Of course there are later ones, but it's a 2:18 hour film, and anything after 4:20 would cut way too close to the hafla!

Saturday the 14th
10am 1:10pm 4:20pm 7:30pm 10:40pm

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NoMi Info

Imbi — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 17:25:19 GMT

Dearest Festival goers!!! I wanted to share some info with all of you.

1. Weather - While the mercury is headed towards 90 today, the temperature will be more comfortable this weekend. The forecast calls for highs in the mid 70's, lows in the high 50's. Partly sunny, with some chance of rain.

2. Parking - There are 40 parking spots in The Church lot. There is also street parking with meters on Delaware and Franklin, more unmetered parking if you decide to be adventourous! There are also lots nearby as follows:

Standard Parking Lot (Chop House lot) – Franklin Street, no price available
Buffalo Christian Center – Franklin near Tupper, max $4/day
Standard Parking lot – 303 Franklin, max $5/day
Standard Parking lot (Brownstone Lot) – Pearl near Shea’s, max $5/day

If your accommodations are downtown, I roccommend walking. We can arrange escorts if you don't have someone to buddy up with after dark.

3. Concierge - There will be a concierge desk next to registration in the lobby. The concierge can give you restaurant recommendations, driving directions, basic first aid and toiletry items. They can also call you a cab or give you anything else you may need.

4. Green Room - There are 2 rooms available to get ready for performances. There are 2 showers, mirrors, chairs, a garment rack to hang your costume, incidental toiletry items, etc.

5. Concessions - There will be beverages and snacks available in the underbelly of The Church next to The Casbah. Unless you eat like I do, there's not enough to make a meal of it, but you will be able to get something to hold you over until you get the chance to venture out to eat. If there is one thing that Buffalo knows, it's food! There is a huge variety within a half mile radius of the festival.

If you need ANYTHING while you are at the festival, look for a volunteer or staff member. We will all be wearing light blue NoMi T's and will be wearding ID badges. It is part of our mission to make Northern Migration the most "user friendly" dance festival of its kind! Your feedback is very important to us! There will be evaluation forms in your welcome bags if you have pre-registered and forms will also be available in The Casbah and at the Concierge desk.

Looking forward to meeting new people and embracing those of you that attended NoMi 2006. We are busy dotting i's and crossing t's to make this experience a great one!

Yours in Dance,
Imbi
NoMi Planning Committee's official whip cracker (wha-tscheee)

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With DEEPEST regret :-(

phoenixavathar — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 11:13:12 GMT

I need to try to sell my space at Northern Migration. I can't even believe I'm doing this, but it seems there is no choice. My husband recently got a new job and moved us to central Massachusetts. Only the apartment we moved into has severe mold issues and carpenter ants...and it is making me and my baby sick. Even my husband is feeling it. So Logan and I have been staying with my parents until a new place can be found...but we don't even have the money to find a new place and put down a deposit. So paying for a place to stay at Northern Migration...or even the gas money to get there...is out of the question :-(. I'm increcibly torn up about this...seems lately that the things I sign up for end up leaving me cancelling because of money issues :-(.

So, I've paid through the early bird rates for all day Saturday and Sunday plus Sashi's workshop on Friday. If anyone would like to buy those from me I'd be VERY appreciative.

Thank you.
Phoenix

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Workshops Still Open?

mimibellydance — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 14:13:07 GMT

Hi Jenna!
Are any of the workshops sold out? I'd love to register for some if there's still room.

Thanks!
Mimi

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Line-ups for Friday and Satuday's shows?

Levana — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 23:54:48 GMT

So...

Do we have a line-up for either show yet? I'm dying to see the one for Saturday. I know we have some special guests performing on Saturday... so... who's coming?

Woo hoo!!

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buttons!

peregrinekt — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 12:15:05 GMT

yo, i have northeast tribal tribe buttons!
come get them from me if you want one :)
and trade with me if you have some and if you dont, well, its kind of too late to get them made maybe but you should get some anyway!

I will probably be bright orange or pink :)

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time to set up???

dragolin — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 01:16:51 GMT

what time are vendors allowed to set up?? I am also taking classes so I was just wondering.

thanks kyla

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Wi-Fi?

foundlittlegirl — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 16:21:22 GMT

Is there Wi-Fi at the Church, or will I have to abscond with the Husband's cell so I can get online if I need to?

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Zafira shout out

oliviakiss — Thu, 31 May 2007 02:53:45 GMT

I can't wait till NOMI!!!
here's a link to a link to our most recent performance at tribal fest.
does any one else teaching and performing have a link for us to check out? I just got my computer back from the shop and Im looking for some inspiration.

http://zafira.tribe.net/thread/9add236e-a75e-4137-8491-12072cb3dc5f

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Before the student show...

Rafiqa — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 20:11:10 GMT

I'm bopping over to Buffalo to see the Friday night show -- just not working out for workshops, etc..........

I'm wondering if there is the vending between the end of the Sashi workshop at 5.30 and the student show at 7. You know, there must be something I *HAVE* to buy or at least oooh and aaah over. And if the timing is right, I would love some henna.

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anyone have a couch??

Amalthea — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:21:40 GMT

Well I am extremely broke and can only really afford gas and food for the weekend....anyone willing to put up with a couch surfer for 2 nights??? any help would be great...if not there's always the car ;)

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ShimmyCast... and NoMi 2007!

Levana — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 21:09:53 GMT

I'd just like to thank Anala Rabari of ShimmyCast, for mentioning Northern Migration during her most recent podcast.

If you missed it, here's the news clip where she plugged the festival (it was a long news segment, so I edited it down to just where NoMi was mentioned.)

www.euphraxia.com/shimmycast.mp3

To check out Anala's excellent bellydance podcast, visit: http://shimmycast.blogspot.com/

Thanks again, Anala!!!

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NoMi Promotions

Imbi — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 18:03:03 GMT

Hello NoMi dancers! I wanted to let you all know about some exciting NoMi promotions! 4 members of the planning committee, Kadri, Kim, Vicky and me, will be on PM Buffalo today doing a lead and follow and promoting the festival! 4:00 PM on wkbw, news channel 7.

There will be an interview in Friday the 13th's Gusto in the Buffalo News. NoMi's own Sashi was interviewed for this piece.

Finally, there is supposed to be an article in a Pittsburgh News Paper about the Zafira/NoMi connection.

Keep your eyes open and help us spread the gospel of NoMi!

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Good Luck w/ NOMI!

90candy — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:44:33 GMT

Wishing you all much success!

Can't wait to hear about it when I return

You have the best graphics!

Cheers,
Cathy

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anybody want this hotel room?

peregrinekt — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 16:08:17 GMT

I still have this hotel room reservation for the best western. 2 beds...
I will be cancelling it this weekend unless someone wants it, I have somewhere else to stay.
let me know!
cheers,
KT

oh and YAYAYA nomi! :)

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Deadline reminder!

kadri — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 10:58:13 GMT

Jus wanted to remind everyone that tomorrow is the last day to pre register for NoMi 2007.

We still have some spots left, so get them now before the price goes up at the door!

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What's he pissed off about now?

Valizan — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:29:53 GMT

Grrrrr...

Ever get that pain? You know... Like someone is jabbing the back of your head with an icepick?

I'm already going to be missing out on Friday fun at Northern Migration because I am taking Arabesque's Professional Course. I realized today, that I have to leave EARLY on Saturday because part of the course is doing a performance. My show is at 7 p.m. in Toronto. :(

AND, I don't get to see the NoMi show either!!! Though I'm really tempted to drive back the two hours afterwards. Is there any plan for an after party?

And guess who's workshop I miss out on Saturday afternoon? The one I most wanted to take!!! Unmata!!

::starts throwing stuff around his humble abode:: Hello? Suck phone... its for you!

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Still available: early bird price for Sashi's class

phoenixavathar — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 12:04:45 GMT

Hi everyone! Just wanted to thank Valizan for buying my weekend NoMi package!!!!!
If anyone is interested in Sashi's workshop on Friday night, I still would like to sell my spot there.
Thanks!!!

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Who's coming to NoMi !!!!

Levana — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 23:31:19 GMT

The suspense is killing me... I simply MUST know...

... who is coming to NoMi?? Shout it out from the root tops, ya'll :) :)

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Call In reminder!!!

kadri — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 12:43:51 GMT

Call in for package purchasers starts today at 12:00 EST.

The number to call is 716-692-6579. The number listed originally was wrong, sorry I get dyslexic when I type sometimes.

Please have the following info ready when you call:
-solo, duet or troupe
-name of performer(s) or troupe
-first and last names of all dancers involved
-contact person's phone # and email
-hometown
-dance style

Thanks all and have a glorious day!

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TEACHER LINE UP CHANGE...IMPORTANT

kadri — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 11:01:59 GMT

It is very bittersweet that I have to inform you that our drumming teacher, Daveed Korup, will not be able to join us for this year's festival.

Daveed has a new job now that can only be described as a "once in a lifetime opportunity", because of this, he will not be able to come and teach at NoMi this year.

Therefore, there will be no drumming classes at the festival. So if you are planning on signing up and the system asks you to pick a class on Saturday and Sunday, please pick one of the dance classes or it will not let you through to pay.

I ask that you all join me in congratulating Daveed in his new career. Many of us long for the day when we can have our art and our passion be the thing that supports us fully. Daveed now has this opportunity and I, personally, wish him the best of luck!

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Gala and Hafla Tickets for NoMi

Imbi — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 02:18:15 GMT

Gala and Hafla tickets are printed and available for sale! Tickets are $20 and $10 respectively and are available at Heartbeat of the East and on the web site www.northernmigration.net.

UNMATA, Zafira, Kassar, Sashi, Tribal Feat, Frederique and Gyspy Caravan all in one night in Ani Difranco's Church? These are the HOTTEST tickets in the world!!!

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Accomodations Available

oolima — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 12:19:03 GMT

Just wanted to let any out of towners or other Nomi attendees know that I have a little apartment-like space in my basement with a futon (sorta uncomfortable) and a dance area for practice if anyone or a few someones are looking for someplace to stay. I live about 10 minutes (on a bad day) from NOMI, 4 minutes from Starbucks, and 5 minutes from a mall. Hubby and I will be "All Nomi, All the time" for that weekend so we can shuttle too and fro if necessary. The only draw back is you have to be willing to put up with two little mutts who will greet you with...ZEST.... when you walk in (they wont bother you in the basement though) and three kitties who roam the house (one who will stare at you until he decides he likes you, one who will go wherever he thinks he will get the most lovin, and one who will greet you every morning in the bathtub when you go to take a shower... all harmless though.) Oh, and if you do decide you would like to stay down there, pay no attention to the laundry behind the curtain.... :)

PM me if you are interested....

~Oo

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NoMi and HP ... Harry Potter that is...

Levana — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:06:36 GMT

For those of you who may be considering an outting to go see Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (while you're here in Buffalo), you may want to keep the following news in mind -- the tickets are going to be on sale as of the 22nd of this month.

"Order of the Phoenix" Early Ticket Sales at Regal Theaters:

Regal Theaters in the US, have announced that tickets are currently available for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix film. As we have previously reported, many theater chains have begun to announce their sale dates for the standard theater, as well as IMAX screenings of the upcoming Potter film, with most theaters due to sell tickets in the US beginning June 22nd.

http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2007/6/15/order-of-the-phoenix-early-ticket-sales-at-regal-theaters-and-more

In addition to this news, internet ticket seller Fandango has begun to sell tickets for Order of the Phoenix showings at various other theater chains, as well as certain IMAX theaters around the US. To check and see if tickets are currently available near you, click here.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is released in the US on July 11th.

(Most the theaters in this area are Regal, and we do have a Regal IMAX, too)

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yeay!!

Amalthea — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 13:30:11 GMT

Just signed up for me classes!! soooo excited and only one month away!! :D :D :D I now only have to figure out where to stay since I am now broke....eh....that's what the car is for ;) lol!! classes are paid for and thats what matters. Can't wait to see everyone again!!

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Performance Call In Date

kadri — Thu, 31 May 2007 02:36:51 GMT

Hey everyone! I know you have all been anxious to find out about performance information, I apologize for the wait, but here it is. This is for the Friday Night Hafla that's being held on July 13th after the classes for the day.

This will be a "First Come First Serve" type of call in. Phone lines will open and you must call in with your information (all details later in the post). If you get a busy signal, keep redialing until you get through, simple as that!

The call in will be open to anyone who bought any type of package first, either a full weekend or the Saturday/Sunday packages (Package Call in). Once that call in is done, we will post on this tribe that same day whether there are any other spaces left. We will then open up the lines again (Secondary Call in) to everyone else until the spaces are filled.

Here are the details for call in dates/times, what info we need from you and the time restrictions for performing.

Package Call in: Saturday 6/16: 12:00pm-3:00pm EST
Secondary Call in: Sunday 6/17 12:00pm-3:00pm EST

Phone #: 716-692-6957

Provide us with the following info:
-solo, duet or troupe
-name of performer(s) or troupe
-first and last names of all dancers involved
-contact person's phone # and email
-hometown
-dance style
*We ask that the performances remain within the ATS or Tribal Fusion styles. Please do not sign up to do any dances involving real fire and please keep the dances family friendly.*

Performance time allowances:

Solo or Duet - 7 minutes
Troupe of 3 or more - 14 minutes

We will be confirming all of the package holders during the phone call. So, if you weren't sure whether you should buy a package or not, here's a great incentive to do so before June 16th.

Thanks all, and if you have any questions, feel free to ask us. If it is a general question, post it on this thread. If it is a question very specific to you or your troupe, please PM myself or Jenna with your questions. We will post details about the stage along with the line ups soon so keep yourself tuned to the NoMi tribe!

Thanks all and we'll see you in a month and a half!

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Performance Call in Day 2

kadri — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 21:55:51 GMT

We still have some slots left for performances at Friday Night's Hafla. To get one of these spots, call in on Sunday 6/17 from 3-5 to
716-692-6579.

Provide us with the following info:
-solo, duet or troupe
-name of performer(s) or troupe
-first and last names of all dancers involved
-contact person's phone # and email
-hometown
-dance style

Thanks all!

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One Week

oliviakiss — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 01:32:30 GMT

F#@* YEAH!

Who's all comin' ???

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Question about Sashi's workshop

Rafiqa — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 23:08:41 GMT

The description (below) sounds like this might be good for dancers of any style, not just fusion? Who can't use some more drills to improve technique?! But, I'm just wondering if anyone can elaborate on the description and say how this is Gothic compared to "general" BD moves? I'm not a pop-n-lock kind of body :-)
Anything I can do to improve upper body movements is good.

From http://www.northernmigration.net/
In this workshop, you will learn three wicked drill combinations which focus on the different movement groups important to creating a strong and effective Gothic Belly Dance style. The first drill combination, Decapitation, focuses on strengthening arm, head and shoulder movements. The second drill combination, Dismemberment, focuses on strengthening chest and torso movements. The third combination, Entrails, focuses on strengthening hip and leg movements. At the end of this workshop, you will leave with three evil little drill combinations to use in your wicked little Gothic Belly Dance practice. Dress prepared to dance. Bring a yoga mat and water. Knowledge of basic Gothic Belly Dance is helpful. All levels welcome. Muahahahahahahah!

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Where to stay at NoMi

Imbi — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 00:38:17 GMT

I hear there's been concern over where to stay while in Buffalo for NoMi 2007. Fear not! When we were booking rooms for the instructors we found out that many rooms were being blocked off in "curtosy blocks". These are rooms that they hold for weddings and such. If, at 30 days before the weekend in questions, the rooms have not been reserved, they go back up for grabs. My suggestion is to try hotels listed on the web site in another few days. Also, we're calling up hotels in nearby burbs for availability. We will post what we find in a few days! Note, you can pretty much get anywhere in metro Buffalo within 15 minutes, so you will not be far away!! Stay tuned!!!

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I need a place to crash

lilymoonstorm — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 12:20:31 GMT

I want to go this year but would be traveling alone and with the cost of classes and gas I can't afford a place to stay. The only way I can go is if I find a place to crash...... any kind souls out there willing to share floor space or a couch for two nights please let me know, thanks
*Blessings*
Lily
www.lilymoonstorm.com

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Need to sell my 1st installment payment to the event!

littleluna — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 17:44:59 GMT

Okay....
I'm a dorkus and didn't see it was non refundable.
I can't go no because I can't pay for it and if I don't sell my installment to someone I'm out $130 and I need that money for my bills.

Jenna says they can transfer it.

So anybody?
Please?
I need to pay bills....

-Luna

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FCBD General Skills Certification - Sept/07 - Toronto, Canada

audracleopatra — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:17:36 GMT

Carolena Nericcio and Megha Gavin teach ATS General Skills Certification workshop Sept 7 through 9th, 2007 in Toronto Canada.

Registration online or by phone
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1071
1.800.431.0418

The general skills intensive is a 15 hour course, usually taken at the FCBD studio, with Carolena teaching. With only 20 people in Toronto, you will have Carolena and Megha teaching and coaching. You will receive instruction in anatomy as it applies to dance, music theory, instruction in all FCBD steps and concepts, drills, critique and question and answer time.

In order to attend this workshop, you MUST have prior ATS knowledge either via class, workshop or FCBD instructional dvds. This is a must - not an option. Usually a dvd or in-person assessment is required in order to qualify for registration, but this has been waived for this event. Do not disappoint Carolena or Megha - be well prepared with the material. All volumes of FCBD dvds can be purchased through Cleopatra's Bazaar or directly from FCBD.

Once completed, you will receive a General Skills for ATS certificate. It should be noted that completing this certification does not qualify one to be an authorized ATS teacher.

Also included in the registration are gourmet catered vegetarian lunches each day, water and juice for all participants.

Please bring finger cymbals

Class schedule:
Fri-Sat-Sun
Registration & warm up 9:30-10 am
Class 10 am - 12:30 pm
Lunch 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Class 1:30 to 4 pm

There is no show for this event

Cost $730 CAD or $631.45 USD

Workshop registration is NON REFUNDABLE

http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com
Online bellydance supplies and events

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parking?

Jenn — Thu, 31 May 2007 16:36:27 GMT

Is there available parking near the church??

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Newbie

Jenn — Wed, 30 May 2007 19:04:53 GMT

Hello all, I just found out about this amazing event today..... I want to sign up for this year... but I was wondering about the 6 class package.... It says that you'll automatically be signed up for your classes... Now do I get to choose which six I want? or how does that work?

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Get to NoMi! 3 weeks of early bird pricing remain for Northern Migration.

Imbi — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 19:06:43 GMT

Registration for Northern Migration is up and running! There are 3 weeks left in the early bird pricing period. Visit www.northernmigration.net to peruse the classes being offered by Gypsy Caravan, UNMATA, Kassar, Sashi of Ascend Tribal, Frèdèrique, Tribal Feat and Daveed Korup. The festival runs July 13-15, 2007 at Asbury Hall at The Church (the church that Ani DiFranco saved) in Buffalo, NY. Festival events include dancing and drumming workshops, vending, a Friday night Hafla featuring student performances, a Saturday night gala showcasing Festival instructors and a rocking after party! Vending opportunities are still available, please PM me for details. I hope you visit the web site to see all of our exciting offerings and I hope to see you in Buffalo in July! We are so proud of our little festival and we want to share the love!!!

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NoMi founder and NoMi 07 venue win local vote for Best of Buffalo!!

Imbi — Wed, 02 May 2007 23:18:10 GMT

Artvoice - Best of Buffalo

For a city its size, Buffalo has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to the arts. Apart from 800-pound gorillas like the Albright-Knox, Shea’s, Studio Arena and the Philharmonic, we’re blessed with many smaller galleries, theaters and performance spaces where local visual, literary, musical and performance artists can share their work.
Many of these smaller venues also play host to internationally recognized artists and works in various realms, giving us the opportunity to remain well informed about what’s happening on the global scene.

Our colleges and university also create an environment where younger people can explore their creative impulses. Many, in fact, stay here—recognizing the underground network of artists and venues here that can serve as a fertile environment in which to practice in their own particular field. Some of the individuals you see listed below are ex-pats who had left for supposedly greener pastures, only to find they missed the green, green grass of home. This too is our gain, for when they return they tend to be wiser and more focused on work than hype.

Our readers responded to our Best of Buffalo survey on the arts with a wide-ranging selection of talented individuals and organizations who are helping to carry us far beyond our image as an economically distressed, sports-crazed, snow-bound, gray, Rust Belt burg.

And while it may be true that there are fewer local wealthy philanthropists interested in pouring money into our cultural institutions than there used to be, there is a growing, enthusiastic, educated and hip crowd here who are less interested in expensive, gilded imports to our marble galleries than they are in creating and appreciating real, vibrant and thoughtfully creative, homegrown works of beautifully provocative art. It’s all here, it’s all good and it’s all a part of what makes our city truly special.

best new arts/ performance space
• The Church

best genre-defying artist
• Kadri

Was there EVER any doubt that Kadri was the Best of Buffalo? Hell NO!!!

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Spring, NoMi, Henna

Imbi — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 17:36:43 GMT

It is so beautiful in Buffalo today! It gets me think about Northern Migration! But then, when don't I think about Northern Migration? It's my newest girl crush!

I was wondering if anyone was considering vending henna at the festival?!?

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Barbary Coast Shakedown in Syracuse

Whisky — Tue, 01 May 2007 16:26:10 GMT

hey hey ladies and gents,
the Barbary Coast Shakedown is coming to you!
jill parker, rose harden, and sarah white of ultra gypsy, soloist mira betz, and susan frankovich of belly queen bring the best of the bay to the east coast

here's a little taste of what we've got in store for you, along with top-notch instruction- don't miss this event

www.youtube.com/watch

we'll be in Syracuse may 28-29 and working our way through manhattan mid- week and on to Orlando for june 1-3
join our tribe for updates and more!

tribes.tribe.net/barbarcoastshakedown

www.barbarycoastdance.com
www.bcs-orlando.com

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Wanna dance wanna dance... dooooooowah

kamille — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 21:28:30 GMT

So any info on how to sign up to dance at Nomi yet ladies?

Can't wait to see you lovelies this July!

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Teacher Line Up

kadri — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 19:19:59 GMT

Just to give you something to look forward to for the New Year, I give you the teacher line up for Northern Migration 2007!!!! (remember, these are in no particular order)

Gypsy Caravan
http://tribes.tribe.net/gypsycaravan

Unmata
http://unmata.tribe.net/

Zafira
http://zafira.tribe.net/

Kassar
http://tribes.tribe.net/kassar

Frederique David
http://tribes.tribe.net/bellygroove

Sashi - from Ascend Tribal Dance
http://tribes.tribe.net/ascendtribaldance

Tribal Feat
http://tribalfeat.tribe.net/

And, last but definitely not least,.....
Daveed Korup - Turku
http://people.tribe.net/drumfest
http://tribes.tribe.net/turkumusic

Until then, feel free to jump up and down and run around in circles!!!! Just don't hurt yourselves please!!!

Happy New Year everyone and stay posted for details!

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Schedule?

audracleopatra — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 20:32:26 GMT

I know it's probably coming, but I'm trying to work timing issues out, and was wondering if there's any idea when the schedule of classes will be out?

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REGISTRATION and SCHEDULE is UP!!!

foolish_magpie — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 01:51:12 GMT

Registration and schedule are up
at http://northernmigration.net

Please let me know if you have any questions!!!!!!
Thank you!
~Jenna

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Idea of cost?

littleluna — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 20:34:25 GMT

So that I can try and start saving for this do we have any idea how much the event and classes are going to be?

I'd appreciate it so I can try to set up a budget. :)

-Luna

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Vending at Northern Migration

magicalfashions — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 18:34:35 GMT

Hi This is Krishna with Magical Fashions. We had done your event a couple years ago. My husband, Chuck said I am supposed to contact you for this July event. Can you kindly get back with me with details. Thanks Krishna

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Hotels

phoenixavathar — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:06:03 GMT

Hey all!
Can any of the Buffalo gals give us some suggestions for easy to get to hotels near the NoMi venue? Is there anything in walking distance?

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Available to Perform and teach for the fest

RasaVitalia — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 23:56:29 GMT

Good afternoon!

My name is Roz and I am a professional belly dancer in the bay area. I will be in Buffalo during your event and I am available to you. I heard through the belly-vine about your awesome organization! I am interested in becoming more involved and performing at your events as well as working with you. How do I become involved, perform, and let me know if there are discounts for performing, volunteering, and/or teaching. I really hope to spread the love through belly dance! Please see my site and video below... I am very much looking forward to your reply..

Enjoy your day!
Namaste,

Jennifer "Roz" Rozwood,
Art & Belly Goddess

Professional Artist and Dancer
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posted in Northern Migration~Tribal/Alt Dance Fest - 1 reply

Official Location Announcement for NoMi2007

kadri — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 20:24:31 GMT

We are very excited to announce that this year's Northern Migration Tribal/Alt Dance Festival will be held at Asbury Hall at The Church! The Church, located in the heart of downtown Buffalo, New York, was saved from the wrecking ball by the Righteous Babe herself, Ms. Ani DiFranco. We are very pleased to say that the Righteous Babe Foundation will be the corporate sponsor of Northern Migration 2007.

Beautiful cannot begin to describe the space at Asbury Hall at The Church. From its soaring steeple, to its Medina sandstone Gothic Revival facade, to its Booth & Reister stained glass windows, The Church will be an inspiring backdrop to learn from the leading instructors of Tribal belly dance.

The venue is perfect for our festival. There are beautiful hardwood floors for dancer's tender feet and a plethora of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and shops nearby to enhance your Buffalo experience.

This year, the festival will have an area known as Valizan's Casbah! The Casbah, located in the castle like underbelly of The Church will offer a space where you can relax between classes, take notes, practice newly learned combos and grab a refreshing beverage. The Casbah will be open to all festival attendees but will be closed during the drumming classes which will be located in an adjoining room.

Each attendee will be given a welcome packet upon signing in that will give you tourist information for the Greater Buffalo Niagara region, a map to lead you to nearby restaurants, shops and clubs and a little goody to boot! We envision a great festival for all of you as we strive to make you feel welcome and appreciated and as we bid you farewell, we hope that you leave with a giant smile and a little place in your heart for the festival we call, Northern Migration!

posted in Northern Migration~Tribal/Alt Dance Fest - 28 replies

Class Descriptions... swoon

Levana — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 05:52:41 GMT

... I just want to say that the class descriptions are making me melt over here.

MELT.

I can't wait to pick... I'm picking now... I'm being irrational and I'm half losing it :)

I wants me some Zafira, and some Sashi, and some Fred, and some UnPot-uh. I want it all... and then I wake the cake and frosting, too.

posted in Northern Migration~Tribal/Alt Dance Fest - 9 replies

Call In Information

kadri — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 03:47:37 GMT

In response to a couple of posts, yes there will be a call in date for performances. This call in procedure, however, can be bypassed by purchasing a weekend package during the Early Bird Registration period which will include a time slot for performances.

All of the information for this will be appearing within the next week, including pricing, class schedules, how to purchase, etc.

Thanks again to everyone for your interest! And don't forget that you can win a full weekend package through our raffle that is going on right now and will only last until the end of February.

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Tribe Wonkiness?

Valizan — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 02:05:31 GMT

Is it me?

I'm finding posts are showing up out of sequence.

posted in Northern Migration~Tribal/Alt Dance Fest - 5 replies

call in date?

belladonnadancer — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 00:35:10 GMT

are you guys having a call in again for performers... We (ROMKA) would like to be a part of the show again this year...... We had SOOOOO much fun with you guys last year :o)

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