Who here loves John Compton? How many people are going to scream the house down when he comes on stage? Flying in from California, we are extremely excited to welcome John Compton to Midland! Do not miss taking classes with this extraordinary dancer! Here's his biography:-

{Information taken from the Hahbi'Ru website www.hahbiru.com }

The eyes - brilliant and blue. The gaze - captivating and mysterious. Poise, grace, hypnotic movement and many years of discipline create the mystique, the magic that is John. John Compton is America's first dancer in the "Khawal" genre since the Chicago World's Fair of 1893. John's years of dance experience, a dynamic style and genuinely warm personality make him a superb instructor as well as a truly exciting performer. His amazing track record of major shows, night clubs, media appearances and workshops extends through the U.S. and Canada. He initially studied under the legendary Jamilia Salimpour and received additional training in the folkloric style from Patti Farber. He first performed as a featured soloist in Jamila Salimpour's Bal Anat in the early 1970's, then in Patti Farber's folk dance ensemble, Baba Ganooj. In 1976 he formed his own show, Kos-Kadas, the opening extravaganza for the King Tut exhibit at the De Young Museum in San Francisco. He is the Co-Founder and Co-Director of The Hahbi'Ru Middle Eastern Dance Ensemble. Biography taken from Hahbi'Ru's website at www.hahbiru.com

TRIBAL FORCE WORKSHOPS:

* The Roots of Tribal (Sat 8:30am - 10:30am 2hrs)

A fascinating introduction to the roots of tribal. Learn some basic steps & combos and have some fun!

* Layering Cymbal Patterns (Sun 2:30pm - 4:30pm 2hrs)

Layering finger cymbal patterns over combinations of steps - from basic patterns to advanced