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Back in the 757

MoonCast — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:10:33 GMT

Hey folks,

I have just relocated back from Wilmington NC where I lived for three years.
I'm currently living in Hampton and working in Norfolk (until the office I'm in
moves to Hampton).
I have been playing Doumbek, Frame Drum, Santoor and a few other
instruments for a number of years now and would like to find others here to
collaborate with in a live music setting with melody instruments, a small drum
circle environment, recording, or whatever else anyone here is into :-)
Here are some links for music I've written:

www.soundclick.com/ericjblohm
www.myspace.com/thetaqasimtribe

And the obligatory Facebook link:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/profile.php?id=697445118&ref=profile

While in Wilmington, I had the pleasure of working with some truly gifted and special people.
Vatra Gitana (Bellydance troupe)
Cape Sphere (Fire and Juggling conglomeration)
Sofa King Naughties (Burlesque troupe)
Fire and Drum Jams at the Juggling Gypsy on Thursday nights.

We did plenty of live shows and I would like to find some similar activites here.
Is there a burn community here? I know there are burners about these parts,
but is there a place they gather?

Looking forward to replies, and/or feel free to contact me at:

ejblohm@ec.rr.com

Namaste and Bright Bleesings,

Eric

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Selling Bellydance Items in VaBeach on Saturday... (sorry for cross-posting)

Laura — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 03:43:28 GMT

Hello all!

I am going to be moving soon, so I'm trying to downsize my wardrobe a bit... I'm going to have a booth at the Princess Anne High School Flea Market (in Virginia Beach on Virginia Beach Blvd) this Saturday,June 20th from 8am-2pm, selling not only a few of my costume pieces such as skirts, tassel belts and pantaloons (which are mostly ATS and tribal fusion style) but also costume making supplies such as metal coins and yarn. If you are a plus size dancer, in particular, I might have something you'd like! Trust me, I know how hard it can be to find stuff!!

Aside from the bellydance stuff, I'll also have a bunch of awesome vintange scarves, gently used plus size clothing (size 14-20), and handbags - as well as a few random other things.

Anyways, I just wanted to let y'all know about the bellydance costume items I'll have - they'll be PRICED TO SELL! Hope to see you there!

-Laura

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volunteers needed for Habibi Holiday

Taaj — Tue, 12 May 2009 23:13:50 GMT

Volunteers are still needed for the 2009 Habibi Holiday

July 11, 2009 in Richmond, VA

The following positions need coverage:
workshop ticket taker- this person stands at the workshop entrance, takes tickets, monitors traffic to make sure everyone has paid

music- this person puts on performers' music

stage manager- this person is the liaison between the performers, music person, check in desk and me. This person will mainly let performers know when it's their turn to go on and shuttle music to and from the music person.

Volunteers get into the festival free (this does not include workshops).

Performers slots are still available also! Performers are also free into the festival.

For more details see http://www.HabibiHoliday.com. To see what time slots are still available, please email me at Taaj@rocketmail.com.

Thanks!

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BALKANIZE! needs additional MALE and FEMALE VOCALISTS!

geoff_bennett-speer — Mon, 04 May 2009 02:05:28 GMT

BALKANIZE! IS RICHMOND, VA'S ONLY OLD WORLD TURKO-BALKAN FOLK MUSIC ENSEMBLE.

We play acoustic folk dance and belly dance music from Albania, Armenia, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Macedonia, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Syria & Turkey using a combination of Western & traditional Eastern European folk instruments.

We are currently auditioning for additional MALE and FEMALE VOCALISTS.

A lot of passion for & a little bit of knowledge of traditional Balkan, Turkish and Near Eastern folk music is a non-negotiable requirement!

We are looking for women with strong singing voices, creativity, maturity, responsibility, independence, open-mindedness (especially with regard to the Macedonian Question), a desire to put in a little hard work, & a willingness to sing in many different languages. Knowledge of basic music theory and / or an ability to play a musical instrument are great but certainly not requirements.

BALKANIZE! rehearses for several hours every Sunday at 1pm. We tend to do live performances every ten weeks or so, and we are currently recording and mixing our first CD.

If you are interested or need more information, please contact Geoff at balkanize@verizon.net. Also, please visit our web sites at www.balkanize.net and www.myspace.com/balkanize for a better idea of what we're all about.

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New Classes with Author and Fantasy Dancer Julia Zay

PoisonedSpoon — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 11:01:53 GMT

Accelerated Belly Dance Classes with Julia Zay
Beginning June 2nd
Tuesday Nights, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Drop-Ins $12 Per Session or 4 Classes for $40

Held At:
Mystic Moon
3365 N. Military Hwy
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 855-3280

Accelerated Belly Dance is a 12 Week primer and refresher course for persons who have a bit of dance experince already but could use a little polish. This course is focused on cymbal playing, muscle technique, layering, combinations and transitions and it is the precursor to studying Balla Guerra. www.transcendentaldance.com/ball....html

Balla Guerra Level One with Julia Zay
Beginning September 8th
Tuesday Nights, 6:30- 8:30pm
$80 Per Month
(There are only ten spots available)

Held At:
Mystic Moon
3365 N. Military Hwy
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 855-3280

Balla Guerra is a semi-theatrical combat Orientale dance form created by Julia Zay (Author and creatrix of Ecstasia).

More Info TBA

~*Spoon*~

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Belly Dancers for a "Green" Virginia Beach

Chandani — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:44:35 GMT

The Green Hip Scarf Club needs YOUR ideas!

Belly dance may be an ancient art form, but Bodyworks by Chandani is keeping up with our ever-evolving times! As part of our embrace of the environmental movement, the Green Hip Scarf Club is up and running! From our new recycle bins at the studio to our CD/techno recycling program, we are doing our best to lighten our footprints and do our part for the earth. Designed to encourage belly dancers to become more active in keeping Hampton Roads clean, we are currently working on projects such as the Adopt-A-Program, Clean the Bay Day, Earth Day, the Artful Costume Auction, and promoting environmental awareness.

As we strive toward a greener lifestyle, your opinions, suggestions, and contributions as dancers are invaluable to our success. Please stay tuned for more information on upcoming meetings, events, and ways to get involved. No idea or green deed is too small to be appreciated! Join us on our Yahoo group at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/greenhipscarf

Coming soon: GHSC Lecture Series covering issues facing our planet and what we can do to help

Help us keep the Green Hip Scarf Club sustainable! We need to renew our energy and breathe new life into our work. Please join us! For more information, visit www.chandani.net and click on "Going Green." Let's make other local businesses green with envy!

Next meeting of the Green Hip Scarf Club is Sunday April 26th at 4:30 pm at BodyWorks By Chandani located at 178 Thalia Village Shoppes Suite C Virginia Beach, VA 23452. On the corner of Bonney Rd and S. Boggs Ave.

BodyWorks By Chandani is a Virginia Green Attraction

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Veil choreography class

Nadia — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:29:41 GMT

Join us Tuesday nights at the Suffolk Museum to learn a veil choreography to Mystic Caravan by Mosavo. The class is 6 weeks long and starts at 6pm. Call 757-514-7284 to register.

Requires a 3 yd veil.

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The Accidental Circus in Richmond!

joharadance — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 20:21:11 GMT

Re-united! The Accidental Circus:

* Richmond's own Paolo Garbanzo, Official Jester of England,
* Mab Just Mab, DC's Own Sideshow Girl, &
* The Mezmer Society of Asheville, NC.

Join The Accidental Circus for an evening of Darwinism in Action & Luscious Cabaret.

Friday, April 10th - doors open at 7:00
Art 6 Studio - 6 East Broad Street

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door and can be purchased at http://mabjustmab.com/concessionstand/tickets/

The Mezmer Society demonstrates to the general public that, after a 60 year hiatus, it is once more permissible to dance to an accordion. Artistic collaborators August Hoerr and Onca O'Leary are hard-riding highwaymen of mayhem, spreading the Mezmer gospel throughout the States. Zany bellydance antics, torchsongs, and sinister accordionism are blended at high speed into a tall, cool, glass of delicious and intoxicating performance. Great for geeks, goths, and anyone who wants extreme festivity.

Mab Just Mab is a one-woman sideshow extravaganza of Things Not To Do: walking on glass, swallowing inappropriate objects, letting strangers tie her up and watch her attempt escape. Warning: this wild-woman will literally say and do anything to entertain you...

Defying both Death and Darwinism with knives, fire and extreme audience participation, Paolo performs year-round for crowds all over the US and Europe. He has been a member of the famous Flying Karamazov Brothers, been given a Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Juggling Association, and is the first American ever to win the titles Jester of England and Official Jester of Muncaster Castle.

Collaborators since 2002, these world travelers are once again coming together for a shared billing right here in Paolo's own hometown. This show promises danger, humour, beauty and song all in the first act. Bring your loved ones to dazzle them. Bring your enemies because, well, anything is possible when 5 knives are in the air...

The Mezmer Society: Luscious Cabaret & Balkan Ruckus
www.mezmersociety.com
www.myspace.com/ themezmersociety

Mab Just Mab
www.mabjustmab.com

Paolo Garbanzo
www.garbanzojuggling.com
www.myspace.com/paologarbanzo

**And don't forget , workshops with Onca & Olivia the next day!**

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Onca and Olivia in Richmond!

joharadance — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 18:52:07 GMT

Save the date y'all! Onca O'leary and Olivia Kissel of Zafira will be in Richmond on April 11th for a day of workshops. More information coming soon!

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Trance Essentials Class in Norfolk

PoisonedSpoon — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 13:51:47 GMT

I've had a few people in the dance community ask me about my Trance class so I wanted to put up some information about it.

I have gone ahead and posted an agenda calendar for the month of March on my myspace page ( www.myspace.com/madamegenisis ) for the Trance Essentials class. This is an ongoing class that will just continue to progress for the next few years. Students can jump in at any time without any problems or catching up to do and this class is not geared towards the lowest level of experience. We'll be covering different subjects every week and building up from there to create a healthy and functional body of knowledge and experience for each student to take home and apply in their own lives.

This month we're covering:
March 5th - Intense Percussion
March 12th - Effective Monitoring
March 19th - Italian Chant
March 26th - Chant of the Greek Underworld

Come check it out, your first class is free.

http://www.transcendentaldance.com/upcomingclassesnew/tranceclasses.html

~*Spoon*~
Author of Ecstasia: A Practical Introduction to Transcendental Music and Dance

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Beginner Veil Class in Norfolk

zuleika — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:06:54 GMT

Slink into Spring with a new Bellydance routine! Each month will bring
a new choreography for our shimmying stars. Join us on Fridays at 5:30
PM starting next Friday, March 6 at the Mambo Room in Norfolk!

Learn a short veil routine with the option to perform during a Friday
night social. (Requires purchase of a veil - available for purchase at
the studio).

See www.mamboroomdance. com for more information, including pricing.

ZULEIKA'S VEIL BELLYDANCE CLASS

Fridays at 5:30 PM - Starting March 6th in Norfolk, VA

Thanks,
Zu
www.zbellydance. com
757-423-1211

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Anyone need a photographer?

Hannah — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 20:10:27 GMT

Hi,
Besides belly dancing I have another passion, photography.
I've been doing photography for the past eight years. Three of my photos have been
published in Mothering Magazine and Natural Parenting magazine.

If you or anyone you know is looking for an affordable photographer
Please contact me.

You can take a look at my portfolio.
http://www.hvwphoto.weebly.com

Thank you!
- Hannah V. W.

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Beat the Winter Blues Sale at Scheherezade Imports

scheherezade — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:35:40 GMT

Just a reminder that the Winter Sale is coming up Jan 9-11, 2008 at the Warehouse in Oilville, Virginia.
Quick Details:

Friday Jan 9, 2009 10pm -1AM Midnite Madness
All Music and DVDs 25% off
Lots of Sale Boxes and Racks
(no other merchandise available at midnite madness)

Saturday Jan 10, 2008
All appointments full, sorry no walk ins

Sunday Jan 11, 2009 10AM-6PM
Come on in and Shop til you Drop! You are welcome at anytime, but please leave the gentlemen at home...too many ladies running around in their underwear:).
Everything in the Warehouse on Sale:
~ 25-40% off on Bra/Belt sets, full costumes, theatrical Beledi dresses
~20% off on beaded fringe
~20% off on Skirts and Skirt/veil sets
~10% off regularly priced merchandise
~loads of sale boxes and sale racks up to 50% off

Directions to the Scheherezade Imports Warehouse:
From Richmond and points N,S and E. Take interstate 64 West to the Oilville Goochland Exit #167. Turn Right at the top of the exit ramp and go approx 1/2 mile. Turn Left onto Turkey Creek Rd (someone knocked the sign down this week, so look for the Oilville Business Park sign!). Come on down the Oilville Business park road (Turkey Creek) to the end. We are in the building at the end, in the cul de sac, on the Left. 2558 Turkey Creek Rd #5, Oilville, VA 23129

From Charlottesville and points west: Take interstate 64 EAST and turn left at the top of the exit ramp...follow directions above.
Phone 804 749 3059.

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Onca in Richmond!

joharadance — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:53:41 GMT

Come check out a super eclectic show featuring Onca O'leary and the Mezmer society! The show will also feature dancers from DC, Hampton Roads, Richmond, and Charlottseville. Come and enjoy Onca's style of Vaudeville bellydance as well as tribal fusion, cabaret, and sideshow antics. Here are just a few of the featured artists: Fire in the Belly, Asharah, Mab Just Mab, and Fleur de Ebones.

Where: Art 6- 6 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219, 804-343-1406
When: Jan 10
Time: Doors open at 7, show starts at 7:30
Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door
paypal: joharadance@hotmail.com

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How are my Hampton Roads ladies doing?

joharadance — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:04:14 GMT

Whats up with you girls? How is everyone? I'll be down for a workshop in VA Beach on Dec. 13. Hope to see some of you there!

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Any interest in a workshop with Onca?

joharadance — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 05:26:29 GMT

Onca of Baraka Mundi will be in the Richmond area the weekend of Jan. 10th and is available to teach some very unique workshops. Is there any interest in this? Anyone know of other events taking place that weekend? If you aren't familiar with Onca, check out her website: www.barakamundi.com

thanks

~J

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Egyptian Dreams Hafla~November 22

Rida and Bellydance Navel Academy — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:58:33 GMT

Rida eagerly presents Egyptian Dreams Hafla.

Come & enjoy delicious refreshements, extremely talented bellydancing entertainment, and surprise guests.

Saturday, November 22nd
7:30 p.m.

Cover Charge:
Adults $8
11 & under $5

Location:
Magic Moments Dance Studio- Suite 108
2224 Virginia Beach Blvd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Located in Chambord Commons

For more info:
Rida @ bellydanceacad@cox.net
757-714-4139

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Middle Eastern Drum Jam this Sunday

Chandani — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:25:14 GMT

Looking for a place to practice your Middle Eastern rhythms?
Want to jam with others who share your passion for the tabla?

Come join us for a Middle Eastern music drum circle! Open to all Middle Eastern musicians and belly dancers who play a Middle Eastern instrument.
* This drum circle is not a class or a lesson. Must know how to play a Middle Eastern instrument to participate. Beginners welcome. All instruments welcome.

Next ME Music Drum Jam is:

Sunday October 19th
1:00 - 2:00 pm

Cost is free

BodyWorks By Chandani is located at 178 Thalia Village Shoppes Suite C Virginia Beach, VA 23452. On the corner of Bonney Rd and S. Boggs Ave.

Contact: (757) 313-8000 or www.chandani.net

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Hippy Halloween Belly Dance Show - Next Saturday!!

Chandani — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 13:15:50 GMT

Halloween horror is making it's way to belly dance...

Join BodyWorks by Chandani for our Halloween Belly Dance show. See belly dancers become creatures of the night and evil beings right before your eyes!

Enjoy belly dancing vampires, witches and much more!

Enjoy food, drink, games, the BodyWorks By Chandani haunted studio and belly dance-- all with a spooky flare!

Guest appearances by Gothic Belly Dancer - Mavi!!

WHEN: Saturday October 25th 7:00 - 9:00 pm

WHERE: BodyWorks By Chandani

COST: $15 per person ($10 for kids 12 and under)

This show is a troupe fundraiser for Hippy Chicks Raks.

Don't forget to come in costume for a chance to win a prize package!

Win prizes in our Halloween games as well!

Enjoy shopping at our favorite vendor, Scheherazade Imports, visiting us that night!

BodyWorks By Chandani is located at 178 Thalia Village Shoppes Suite C Virginia Beach, VA 23452. On the corner of Bonney Rd and S. Boggs Ave between Rosemont and Independence.

P.S. Haven't signed up for the Mavi Gothic belly dance workshop yet? Only a few spots left!

Contact BodyWorks By Chandani for more information:
(757) 313-8000 or www.chandani.net

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Looking for Bindis

Kama_ — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 09:14:31 GMT

Hi everyone.
My wife is looking for three bindis for three halloween costumes. Does anyone know where I can find some inexpensive ones? Thank you.

Andy

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Harvest Faire 17th-19th in Newport News!

PoisonedSpoon — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 19:47:32 GMT

Nobody ever posts this event but its annual, they do it the third weekend of October every year for the last 14 years. Harvest Faire is a little three day Renaissance Faire held at Mariners Museum Park. Its a non-profit charity event so all the proceeds go to charity. There are a lot of dancers from the immediate and surrounding area performing over the course of three days. Its a great place to meet new people and find good deals on pretty costuming bits. The park is kid friendly, there's an Urchin's Castle and lots of kids games. This year there are several Medieval and Renaissance plays going on throughout the weekend, live music and all kinds of stuff (On four different stages!).

Its cheap to get in and if you decide to camp then there's a late night drum and dance session to get in on.

Come check it out on www.Harvest Faire.org

Oh yeah... and yours truly will be dancing there on Saturday and Sunday. Whoohoo!

~*Spoonie*~

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Rida on access virginia beach, cox channel 48

Rida and Bellydance Navel Academy — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 17:51:15 GMT

Rida and Ursula featured on Cox Channel 48 from the September 9, 2008 performance at Bayside Library.

The video segment aired on September 12.

Rida & Ursula on 4:47:
http://www.vbgov.com/video.aspx?type=Newscan&media=1b2391437ebc0110VgnVCM1000006310640a____

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a taste of Suffolk's bellydancing

Nadia — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 21:55:59 GMT

There will be a short belly dance performance by my students and myself at the Taste of Suffolk street festival on Saturday, Sept 13 @ 2:30pm on the Washington Street stage. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information about the event: http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=45624

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Teaching in Great Bridge/Hickory

Nadira — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 22:29:56 GMT

I'm starting a new bellydance class in Great Bridge/Hickory for anyone interested. The class is being held on Saturdays from 10:30-11:30AM at the Great Bridge/Hickory Jazzercise center. The address is 1296 Battlefield Blvd, S 102 Chesapeake, VA 23322. The class is close to students in Moyock, NC and Elizabeth City, NC as well. Hope to see you there. Check out the website, i've added new pics:)
Nadira
www.burningphoenix.net

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Must Have Business Cards!

PoisonedSpoon — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:46:14 GMT

Once again I need people's business cards! Seriously... just give me a nice little stack of them so that I can hand them out to people when they ask about classes. Spoony don't teach but I keep bumping into droves of people who want to learn. If there is some kind of dance event coming up where you people are going to be en masse then please let me know and bring some extra business cards. I'll be at the Alps Cafe on Friday night so that would be a great place to meet up.

~*Spoonie*~

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Bellydancing with Rida.

Rida and Bellydance Navel Academy — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 21:26:57 GMT

Starting on Tuesday nights from 7-8pm,
Rida will be teaching the Art of Belly Dancing at the Magic Moments Ballroom/Latin studio. 2224 Virginia Beach blvd. Suite 108 In the Chambord Commons on the corner of Great Neck and Virginia Beach Boulevard . $10 a class.

For more infomation, please visit: www.magicmomentsdance.com or call, 757-498-5110.

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East Coast Classic winners!

tribalmeg — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:06:29 GMT

Rising Star
People's Choice- Lara (CA)
3rd- Aiden Angeli (DE)
2nd- Zahhirah (VA)
1st- Lara (CA)

Troupe
People's Choice- Ruby Scarab (NC)
3rd- Hippy Chicks Raks (VA
2nd- Sholeh (NC)
1st- Little Egypt (CT)

Headliner
People's Choice- Tie between Rachel (VA) and Akilah Noor (VA)
3rd- Deirdre (NC)
2nd- Gamilla (AZ)
1st- Elektra (NY)

Fantasy Artist
People's Choice- Athallia (NY)
3rd- Athallia (NY)
2nd- Mariyah (NY)
1st- Alarah (NY)

Grand Champion
People's Choice-Ruby (WA)
3rd- Mariyah (NY)
2nd- Sandra (CA)
1st Ruby (WA)

Everyone did so well! I enjoyed watching the competitors (the ones I got to see out of the wings anyway haha), people really brought their A game this year!

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thanks Zu!

joharadance — Mon, 19 May 2008 15:33:49 GMT

Thanks for puting on a great event, for dealing with all the last minute drama, and for being such a professional. I had a great time!

~J

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East Coast Classic Pics (Saturday)

geoff_bennett-speer — Mon, 19 May 2008 04:02:46 GMT

I have uploaded many of my photos from Saturday's show at the East Coast Classic to the photo gallery in my Tribe profile. Enjoy!

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Free tribal bellydance Demo classes

Nadira — Mon, 12 May 2008 22:07:26 GMT

With the price of gas being so ridiculous it's good to know there's still deals out there!!
Join me at Lynnhaven Jazzercise. The address is 1407 Lynnhaven Parkway and the studio is located in the Primose Shopping Center (between Holland and Rosemont Roads). My phone is (757) 362-4973 and I can also be reached at Nadira@burningphoenix.net .Classes are $12 each or $40 per month when pre-paid. More information on my instruction style and approach to bellydance is also available at www.burningphoenix.net.
Nadira
www.burningphoenix.net

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She's Coming Back....and bringing friends!

Chandani — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 21:34:51 GMT

Viva Las Virginia! Featuring Aradia and Britt of Las Vegas and Chandani of Virginia!

WHEN: April 18th - 20th

WHERE: BodyWorks By Chandani
178 Suite C Thalia Village Shoppes
Virginia Beach, VA 23452

Schedule of Events:

FRIDAY APRIL 18th SCHEDULE:

4:00 pm Doors Open for Check In and Shopping
5:00 pm Spins and Turns with Aradia
7:30 pm Student Showcase at BWBC

SATURDAY APRIL 19th SCHEDULE:

8:00 am Doors Open for Check In and Shopping
9:00 am Arms and Hands with Chandani
11:30 am Finger Cymbals with Aradia
3:00 pm Stage Dynamics with Britt
8:00 pm Professional show at GF Keagans
**Reservations required**

SUNDAY APRIL 20th SCHEDULE:

8:00 am Doors Open for Check In and Shopping
9:00 am Sword Dancing with Chandani
11:30 am Travel Steps with Aradia
3:00 pm Intro to Tribal Fusion with Britt

Workshop Descriptions:

Spins and Turns:
Aradia will teach technique for beautiful spins and turns, and the transitions to get in and out of each. Combinations will be taught incorporating spins/turns with level changes and layers.

Arms and Hands:
Beautiful arms and hands are at your fingertips!
Chandani’s unique practice techniques teach you to layer, frame
and accent body movements while adding graceful arms to your dance.

Zills:
Aradia will teach the different zill patterns for Oriental
and Folkloric dance, technique for tuning your zills,
and getting different sounds from them, then a short
choreography will be taught incorporating zills into the dance.
Stage Dynamics for the Multi-level Troupe:
Utilize and incorporate the different experience levels and skill
sets of all members of a troupe & student troupe for stage performances. Simple and effective techniques for creating layers of breathtaking eye candy for your audience! While based in Tribal Improv theory, Britt teaches how these techniques can be useful for
troupes of any genre.

Sword Dancing:
Learn how to dance with a sword or scimitar! Chandani’s workshop teaches the history and traditions of sword dancing, tricks of the trade, balancing, stances and transitions. Participants need to bring in their own sword or scimitar.

Traveling Steps:
Learn to glide across the stage with ease, as Aradia teaches many of the beautiful traveling steps from the Lebanese style of dance. Fun and sassy layers will be added, as well as entrances and exits to get you on and off the stage to a Malfouf rhythm.

Intro to Tribal Fusion:
What is Tribal Fusion? Britt’s concepts, drills, and combos will get you started. This class will cover topics ranging from solos, duets & troupes to the various props, costuming and the musical styles of Tribal Fusion. Some discussion, lots of movement.

** Due to the size of the location, space is very limited for these workshops. Registrations are on a first come, first served basis. Contact Chandani for a registration form.

COST:

Individual Workshops

$20 each for Spins, Arms and Sword by April 2nd -
$25 after April 2nd

$30 each for Zills, Stage Dynamics, Travel Steps and Fusion by April 2nd
$35 after April 2nd

Saturday Workshops Only (April 19th)
$90 by April 2nd - $95 after April 2nd

Sunday Workshops Only (April 20th)
$90 by April 2nd - $95 after April 2nd

Whole Weekend (Including Friday – Sunday Workshops and Friday Show)
$170 by April 2nd - $200 after April 2nd

Student Hafla $5 (Friday night)

For more information or to register contact Chandani at:
EMAIL: bwbchandani@gmail.com
PHONE: (757) 313-8000
WEBSITE: www.chandani.net

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East Coast Classic almost full (Va Beach - May 17-18, 2008)

zuleika — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 17:59:47 GMT

I received several today which I still have to post on the website, but
it looks like Rising Star and Headliner have very few spots left. These
will go quickly!

Also filling up quickly are Troupe, Grand Champion and Fantasy Artist!

spots available (prior to the ones I just got in the mail!):
www.ecclassic. eventbrite. com
rules/judging criteria/everything else: www.ecclassic. com

If you register, don't forget $10 for audio feedback (digitally
recorded judge's comments) and $10 for the gala show Saturday night
(price will be higher at the door for the gala show.)

Feel free to contact me at this e-mail (zuleika@zbellydance .com) or
call (757) 423-1211 for more information.

Zuleika
www.zbellydance. com

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trial class

janita — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:56:53 GMT

Hello,

My name is Janita James, and I attend Hampton University. I am the NAACP Health committee co-chair and I am having a follow-up event from my seminar on Healthy Living which is focusing on the importance of maintaining a good health by being active through exercise and healthy eating. The event is called Free Yourself: Exercise to a New Healthy Life. Which the purpose of this event is to show that you don't have to exercise by working out in the gym or by walking around the track everyday, but you can make exercise fun by joining a self-defense class, joining a class emphasizing on stretching like Yoga or Pilates, or even joining a dance class like Belly Dancing. So, I was wondering if you would like to present a trial class for my event. Because there are a lot of girls I have been talking to about this event that when I threw at them some different exercise options, belly dancing was the one most favored. Also, I have taken a trial of belly dancing before and I loved it. So, if you were able to come I believe there would be many ladies that would be interested in belly dancing as a routine thing and maybe might be interested in signing up with your class. The event is held on Thursday, March 13, 2008 at 6pm- 8pm in the Student Center Aerobics room on my campus of Hampton University. If you are interested in participating, let me know as soon as possible. You can contact me by this e-mail address or by calling my on my cell phone number (321)-274-2626. Again, thank for you patience.

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Beginner bellydance -- Saturday, March 8 at noon (Norfolk)

zuleika — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 17:59:55 GMT

Bring a friend, strap on a hip scarf and make those coins jingle! Have
fun with the girls -- you'll never even notice it's a workout for the
entire body! Join local bellydancer Zuleika to learn cabaret
bellydance basics and hot choregraphy. No experience necessary.

For more information, see:
http://www.mamboroomdance.com
http://www.mamboroomdance.com/schedules/march08.html

Feel free to e-mail me or call (757) 423-1211 for more information.

Zuleika "Zu"
www.zbellydance.com
www.ecclassic.com -- East Coast Bellydance Classic May 17-18, 2008

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Take a trip up north for a good cause...

RajnitheMistressofToads — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 17:07:34 GMT

We're doing it again! The second annual B4B hafla will be held at Beijing this year.
Please feel free to forward this message to friends, family, etc...:

Bellies for Breasts, a team of Middle Eastern dance students who support the Y-ME Walk to Empower, will be hosting a hafla ("party") on Sunday, March 16 from 3 to 6 PM at Beijing Restaurant on Rt. 3 in Fredericksburg (5030 Plank Rd Fredericksburg, VA 22407
(540) 785-0838).

Tickets will be $10 in advance ($12 at the door, as space allows) and will benefit Y-ME (www.y-me.org). Admission includes an "all you care to eat" buffet. There will be open dancing, drumming, raffles and door prizes as well as a cash bar. Contact Rajni / Jen if you need tickets!

If you want to share your dancing, just let me know and we'll allot a time for you. Drummers and musicians are welcome as well. And rumor has it that we'll have a special guest hosting a drum workshop to kick off the hafla! Chip from Ch'ville has offered to teach dumbek basics to those who are interested -- more details about that part soon!.

Thanks!

Jen / Rajni

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I'm teaching a workshop...no really...I am!

joharadance — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:49:11 GMT

Ann Elliotte and her company, The Queens of the Universe are sponsoring me in a workshop on March 15th from 1-4.
The workshop will take place at the Colonial Heights Community Center, 157 Roanoke Ave. There will be a hafla at 7:30.
email Ann for more information: rmelliotte@verizon.net

Workshop Topic:

Sassy Combinations to Spice Up Your Dance
Students will start out drilling movements and working on core conditioning. The movements will be used to create fun and sassy combinations that can be used to enhance any dance style. Combinations will be geared toward intermediate dancers, however modifications will be added to challenge advanced dancers.

hope to see some of you guys there!

ps. If there are any strictly tribal girls who would like to attend, let me know and I can include some stuff that would be appropriate for tribal fusion.

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East Coast Bellydance Classic news (Va. Beach)(May 17-18)

zuleika — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 02:37:40 GMT

Hi ladies,

Just wanted to update you on the East Coast Bellydance Classic competition in Virginia Beach on May 17-18. We already have competitors registered from North Carolina, Ohio, New York, Delaware and Pennsylvania! Check out www.ecclassic.eventbrite.com for updated info on how many slots are left. The rules and categories are up on www.ecclassic.com.

Our fabulous vendors you won't want to miss are The Bellydance Shop (of NC), Angeletta's fabulous artwork, Arundel Armory's sumptuous jewelry, Michelle Joyce from California and Eye Kandy! More being added.

The judges as of this writing are Khaleela of PA, Donna Sahlah of DE and Taaj of VA.

Let me know if anyone has any questions!

zuleika@zbellydance.com

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Zaghareet polls: help me nominate an awesome dancer

joharadance — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 19:52:15 GMT

Hey guys,

I really want to nominate my best friend Dana Beaufait for Zaghareet's best kept secret award. She's an awesome dancer, instructor, choreographer, and she's successfully produced an awesome dvd. Check ou her myspace page if you aren't familiar with her work. If you think she's as awesome as I do, vote for her at the Zaghareet site.

www.zaghareet.freeservers.com/poll.html

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=160122403

thanks

~J

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Blessed Bistro!

tribalmeg — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 13:39:08 GMT

Nadira and I had a nice time visiting the Blessed Bistro yesterday, did a little dancing and a lot of chatting. Good times! Hope to see you girls next month at Mystic Moon!

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Location, Location, Location

Nadira — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 02:23:47 GMT

Hey i've changed my location. Here's a heads up on the changes

Looking for a small tribal belly dance class with individualized attention? Or for a place where you can be nurtured and supported? Nadira's students enjoy all of this as well as performance opportunities and the opportunity to grow with other dancers in a tribal troupe.
Join me, Nadira, at Lynnhaven Jazzercise, my new instruction location, on Fridays from 7-8 p.m. Classes start at the new location this Friday, February 15 and enrollment is open at any time. The address is 1407 Lynnhaven Parkway and the studio is located in the Holly Point Shopping Center (between Holland and Rosemont
Roads). My phone is (757) 362-4973 and I can also be reached at Nadira@burningphoenix.net .Classes are $12 each or $40 per month when pre-paid. More information on my instruction style and approach to bellydance is also available at www.burningphoenix.net.

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Aziza workshop topic confirmed!

joharadance — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 16:20:50 GMT

Ok guys, here are the final details:

Janna's International Dance Studio
755 Thimble Shoals, Suite C
Newport News, VA 23606
www.jannasdance.com
www.myspace.com/jannasdance
757-871-7594

AZIZA
Workshop Series
February 16 & 17, 2008

Two days of fantastic workshops with AZIZA and Gala performance.
Each day will start with AZIZA's Conditioning for a Dancers Body workout, a must for any serious dancers training.
Saturday will continue with one of AZIZA's innovative and inspiring "Oriental Choreographys."
Sunday will focus on a "Cacophony of Combinations" to apply to your dance.

There is a limited number of dance spots open in the Show. You must be preregistered for the workshop to dance. Contact Janna for the details of the stage, performance length, etc.

The show will be held at the Williamsburg regional library on the 16th.
Address: 515 Scotland St., Williamsburg, VA, 23185
Directions: www.wrl.org/info/directions.html
time: TBA

You can register with paypal by going to:
www.myspace.com/jannasdance
Register by phone: 757-871-7594 using your checking account

If you have any questions or need more information, email us at: bellybee@earthlink.net or call the above number.

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Bellydance swap/sale in Richmond

joharadance — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 17:41:32 GMT

It's a new year, and a GREAT time to clean out your belly dance closets and also scoop up great new items at rock bottom prices! Want to sell some of those costumes, cd's, dvds, props, jewlery etc. you no longer have use for? Do you make belly dance items you'd love to sell? Are you on a tight post-holiday budget but are craving new pieces? Help those sad underused pieces in your closet find a new and loving home and grab up some new treasures for yourself while you're at it.

Join us for a belly dance swap and sale on February 24th at the Jewish Community Center- www.weinsteinjcc.org
The sale will take place in the dance studio, so we can't put out tables for your items. Please bring a table cloth or plastic storage bin or other non-scratchy surface to lay your items on. Label your items with your name and the price. Please bring your own cash box with change if you will accept cash for your items.

e-mail either Shari (shari_bennett_speer@verizon.net) or Julynn (joharadance@hotmail.com) if you plan on bringing items to sell or swap so we have an idea of how many "vendors" we'll have there.

time: "vendors" should arrive by 2:15. the sale starts at 2:30. we MUST be out of there by 4:30
address: 5403 Monument Ave
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-3712

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Moving to the area soon--new member

Rebecca — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 18:03:49 GMT

Hello, everyone!

I just wanted to drop a quick line and introduce myself...I'm Rebecca, and I'll be moving to the Norfolk area from NC around the summertime. I've been dancing tribal for the past year and I'm totally in love with it! I was hoping there was a BD community to be found around there, and I'm glad I've found y'all! I'm interested in learning more, getting started in performing, and all that. I suppose my main contribution to the group would be sewing experience..I've been sewing for about 20 years now, and have done work in costume shops, etc, and am working on building some costume pieces for myself.

Howdy to all, and I'm looking forward to finding a new dance home!

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Aziza in Newport News Feb. 16th-17th

joharadance — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:57:35 GMT

Janna's International Dance Studio is proud to present the fabulous Aziza!
More information and registration details available on Janna's tribe: http://tribes.tribe.net/jannasinternationaldance

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Register online for the East Coast Classic!

tribalmeg — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:36:54 GMT

http://www.ecclassic.eventbrite.com/ is the link. May 17-18, 2008 in Virginia Beach, VA. E-mail Zuleika with any questions at zuleika@zbellydance.com

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Early Bird Special for Issam Workshops

Chandani — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 13:19:38 GMT

Just a reminder that the early bird special for the Issam workshops ends January 11th. These workshops are all new material from the February 2007 workshops.

WHEN: January 26th 2008

WHERE: Virginia Youth Symphony Orchestra
2618 Colley Ave Norfolk, VA 23517

COST: $35 per workshop (Before January 11th)
$45 per workshop (After January 11th)

About Issam Houshan

The union of music and movement is the essence of dance. The union of a musician and a dancer to create a seamless artistic expression is the ultimate manifestation of such a union. Issam Houshan does exactly that. Call him the “Wassan Pharaoun,” “King of the Drum,” or “Mr. Magic Fingers” and you only tell the half of it. His connection to the dancer is the essence of his magic, a merging of egos serving a mutual and identical goal. Issam is now recognized as the ultimate master of this art. An international music star, his past credits include touring with Sting in 2000, performing at the Grammys on the hit single Desert Rose, as well as performing and recording with countless Arab stars. In addition, he has toured with the Mile Copeland-produced Bellydance Superstars, the world’s premiere professional touring bellydancer performance group since 2003, with whom he has appeared in over 1000 shows in 16 countries over the past three years.

A highly accomplished percussionist on assorted Arab hand drums, Issam was formally trained at the Damascus Academy of Music and is the only remaining disciple of the legendary Arab drum master Mahmood Salahadeen. An accomplished and sought-after music instructor, he taught at the Damascus Music Institute for nine years and continues to teach workshops and private lessons around the world. Unequaled in his field, Issam is known by fellow Syrian musicians as the Wassan Pharaoun (Pharaoh of Rhythm) and his al assaben al Sahriha (magic fingers) are currently insured for 10 million dollars (1 million each).

His drum solos with the Bellydance Superstars are major features of each show, as captured in the films American Bellydancer, Solos from Monte Carlo, Bellydance Superstars, 30 Days to Vegas, Behind the Shimmy, and the instructional DVD The Art of the Drum Solo. His CD releases include his own Wassan Pharaoun, The Dancing Drum and Tabel Ya Issam, as well as percussion on the Galactic Caravan albums.

For more information, please check out Issam Houshan’s website: www.tablabyissam.com

Workshop Descriptions:

11:00 am – 12:30 pm: Beginning Drumming workshop for Drummers Essential Techniques & Rhythms for the Tabla: This class is geared for musicians and will cover basic techniques & drills for the tabla as well as an introduction to Middle Eastern Rhythms. All levels from novice to intermediate and advanced will benefit from Issam’s detailed teaching style.

1:00 – 2:30 pm: Intermediate/Advanced Drumming workshop for Drummers Issam will teach intermediate/advanced strokes and techniques for the tabla. Issam will also teach a formula for creating drum solos for dancers. ***Attendees of this workshop must possess basic drumming skills***

3:30 – 5:00 pm: Rhythm for Dancers This workshop is geared primarily toward the dancer. Issam will teach the rhythms that are most common in Middle Eastern music so that the dancer may understand the structure of the rhythms and the sounds of the tabla. Includes short combinations of dance moves for each of the rhythms and how to dance to a live drummer. This knowledge will improve both your choreographed and improvisation performances. ***Attendees do not need drums for this class.

*** All of the above workshops include new and different material from the February 2007 workshops.

***A limited number of drums will be available on a first-come basis for individuals who do not have their own drum otherwise please bring your own drum.

***All attendees are encouraged to eat a good breakfast and to bring water and snacks to maintain their energy throughout the workshops.

For more information or to register contact BodyWorks By Chandani at (757) 313-8000 or www.chandani.net.

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Tribal Belly Dance Basics!

tribalmeg — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:08:54 GMT

Learn beginning tribal-style belly dance with Nadira! Trained in tribal, cabaret and urban fusion styles of belly dance by some of the best teachers in the world, Nadira has performed at many local nightspots including, Scotty Quixx and Dirty Dicks. Nadira is a talented instructor and dancer. Come learn beginning tribal belly dance in a fun and supportive environment!

Thursdays 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Virginia Wesleyan College Batten Center / Dance Room
$12 per session
Classes Start January 4, 2007
For more information e-mail Nadira at nadira.dancer@yahoo.com or call (757) 362-4973

Virginia Wesleyan College
1584 Wesleyan Dive
Norfolk, VA 23502

http://burningphoenix.net/

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Class schedule posted

joharadance — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 15:48:35 GMT

The class schedule and class descriptions have been posted for Janna's International Dance Studio. Check out the fun classes available including salsa, mother daughter bellydance, urban tribal, and hip hop hip drop!

http://tribes.tribe.net/jannasinternationaldance

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Open house at Janna's studio

joharadance — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 19:29:08 GMT

Janna's International Dance Studio will host an open house this Saturday. Come register for classes and enjoy lots of bellydance performances. More information at Janna's tribe.

http://tribes.tribe.net/jannasinternationaldance

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Free Demo American Tribal Style Belly Dance Class

Chandani — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:38:13 GMT

BodyWorks by Chandani proudly presents American Tribal Style belly dance classes, taught by Fat Chance Belly Dance General Skills Certified instructor Rebekah James.

In this introductory level class, learn the fundamentals of one slow and one fast basic movement each week. Also included are stretches, posture, music and history as appropriate, and simple zils (finger cymbals).
This improvisational, American-born dance style will inspire your creativity and celebrate the the beauty and strength of the female spirit.
Previous belly dance experience is helpful, but not necessary.

Come try out this Free Demo Class on Sunday January 6th at 1:00 pm.

Regular ATS classes start Saturday January 12th at 10:00 am.
Pre-registration required for regular classes.

BodyWorks By Chandani is now located at 178 Suite C Thalia Village Shoppes Virginia Beach, VA 23452. At the corner of Bonney Ave and S. Boggs st near Azar's.

For more information check out www.chandani.net.

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Thank you To The Earth and Zuleika!!

Heather — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 00:17:31 GMT

I attended the workshop today and I just wanted to say it was awesome!! Very informative and yet fun. I feel like I got a decent idea and foundation of what ATS is all about. Please come back and teach us some more!! Much kudos to Zuleika for sponsoring the workshop.

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Belly Dance Events Reminder

Chandani — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:56:33 GMT

Just a reminder that we have Beginner Tabla lessons this week and
next. It's a great way to brush up drumming skills, and get ready for
the Issam workshop in January.

TABLA DRUMMING 101: Learn the basics to playing the Middle Eastern
Tabla drum. * Includes history and explanation of Middle Eastern music
and drums including handouts * Learn basic drumming strokes for the
Tabla and how to play 2 - 6 Middle Eastern rhythms * Learn to hear and
distinguish Middle Eastern rhythms while listening to ME music. Open
to the public.**Pre-registration is required**
WHEN: Thursdays and Fridays December 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th from
6:00 – 7:00 pm
COST: $45 for 4 classes

Also if you are looking to get some belly dance time in over the
holidays come learn this fun choreography to Shakira's song "Eyes Like
Yours".

SHAKIRA DANCE: About five years ago I choreographed a dance to
Shakira's Song "Eyes Like Yours" for my Dance Troupe. The dance is so
popular several of my students have asked to learn the routine.
Instead of adding it to the regular schedule I made it a specialty
class. This class is only offered a couple times a year. Previous
belly dance experience needed. **Pre-registration is required**
WHEN: Thursdays and Fridays December 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th from
7:30 – 8:30 pm
COST: $45 for 4 classes

Lastly don't forget about the Jingle Bell Swap on Saturday December
29th. Bring old, and new items to sell or trade. We will have snacks,
drinks and videos to watch too.

Feel free to bring costumes, skirts, tops, cds, dvds, fringe, fabric,
jewelry and anything else that is belly dance worthy. :)
Cost is $3 to attend.

For more information or to register please contact Chandani.

Joyfully,
Chandani
www.chandani.net
bwbchandani@gmail.com
(757) 313-8000

Classes currently held at 2250 Red Tide Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23451
for the month of December.

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Gothy Clubbing Meetup?

PoisonedSpoon — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 15:38:27 GMT

Anybody want to go to The Wave in Norfolk on the 18th? It's a holiday for me so I want to go out dancing and binging on Red Bull into the wee morning hours. It would be a good time to bring out your Holiday Gothy Spirit. I'm making myself a little white Santa hat just for the occasion. *grins* It's an open invitation so if you want to go I'll see you there! I'm going to try to drag some of my other reclusive dance buddies out there. Go bust a Gothy move!

~*Gen*~

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To the Earth is coming to Norfolk! Earlybird registration still open!

zuleika — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 02:58:56 GMT

Hi,

Just wanted to let everyone know it's not too late to take advantage
of the earlybird registration rate for the Dec. 15 To the Earth
workshop I'm sponsoring. This is a really great opportunity to study
with some excellent dancers, meet some new people and take care of
yourself during the holiday season.

Please feel free to e-mail me with any questions! All the info is
below.

Zuleika
www.zbellydance. com
2008 East Coast Classic Sponsor
************ **

"Introduction to American Tribal Style" with To the Earth sponsored
by local bellydancer Zuleika

Saturday, December 15, 2007

11:30 am to 3:30 p.m. - Virginia Wesleyan College Batten Student
Center Dance Room

To the Earth (www.totheearth. com) is a tribe of dancers and
musicians based in Richmond; Richmond's only tribal bellydance
collective.

April and Dvora, two of the tribe's founding members, will teach the
fundamental steps and concepts of American Tribal Style (ATS) a la
Fat Chance Bellydance.

You'll begin with posture and the tribal spirit, learn basic steps
and begin to put them together in group improvisation. This workshop
is appropriate to dancers at any level, and is designed as a way to
start ATS study. Posture, attention, leading & following, core
movements
(3-5 slow and 3-5 fast), cueing, formations& leader/follower change
are on the agenda for today.

Earlybird (EXTENDED TO NOV. 29) $45; after Nov. 29 $55

Register via Pay Pal on www.zbellydance. com (or register via mail to
The Mambo Room c/o
Zuleika 2200 Colonial Ave. Ste 4 Norfolk VA 23517. Please make money
orders/checks payable to The Mambo Room and include your name,
mailing address and phone number on a separate sheet of paper, even
if this information is printed on your check. There will be a
returned check charge of $35 if your check is not honored.)

For more information, e-mail Zuleika at zuleika@zbellydance .com, or
call (757) 423-1211.

Local tribal instructor Nadira will complement this instruction in
her classes on Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. at Virginia Wesleyan
College's dance room. Please contact her at nadira.dancer@ yahoo.com
or by phone at (757) 362-4973 for more information. Nadira is taking
inquiries
regarding the formation of a tribe.

Directions to Virginia Wesleyan can be found on http://www.vwc.
edu/visit/ directions.php.

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Alps Cafe.

Rida and Bellydance Navel Academy — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 22:49:17 GMT

On Friday December 7, 2007, everyone is invited to the 'Alps Cafe' for
an evening of good food and just plain fun! Dance of the Jewels will
be hosting another night of entertainment with our favorite local
bellydancers. The address is 1400 Kempsville Road, Chesapeake; at the
corner of Kempsville Road and Volvo Parkway; phone number 382-9669.
The dancing starts at 7:30 PM. Bring the whole family, we have a great
time!
For more information, please call 839-1231- (Teresa's cell)

Date & Time: Friday, December 7, 2007
7:30 PM

Location: Alps Cafe
1400 Kempsville Road
Chesapeake, VA 23464

More Info: 757-382-9669
www.alpscafe.com/

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Aziza

Hannah — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 20:32:01 GMT

Does anyone know when Aziza is coming back to this area?

I missed her last workshop here.. but I am determined to not miss the next.

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Nov. 27 show (Norfolk/Va Beach) NEW dancers!!!

zuleika — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 19:07:00 GMT

Sharon
Gina
Kalaa & Samira
Inara
Kalaa
Zuleika
Nadira
Rachel Weber and her troupe
Bastet
Sabah
Genisis
Nadira, Zuleika, Megan trio

Feel better now?

Tuesday, November 27, 2007 – 7 PM sharp
Virginia Wesleyan College's Grill Area (Batten Center)

See this url for directions: http://www.vwc. edu/visit/ directions. php
Campus security will direct you to the Batten Center. Park anywhere
except reserved or handicapped.

Sponsored by Zuleika -- e-mail me with any questions -- zuleika@zbellydance.com

Zu
www.zbellydance. com
2008 East Coast Classic Sponsor

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Escape your family after Thanksgiving! (Norfolk/Va Beach area show)

zuleika — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 04:09:44 GMT

Sharon
Kalaa and her troupe
Inara
Zuleika
Nadira
Rachel Weber and her troupe
Bastet

Feel better now?

Tuesday, November 27, 2007 – 7 PM
Virginia Wesleyan College's Grill Area (Batten Center)

See url for directions: http://www.vwc. edu/visit/ directions. php
Campus security will direct you to the Batten Center. Park anywhere
except reserved or handicapped.

Sponsored by Zuleika -- e-mail me with any questions

Zu
www.zbellydance. com
2008 East Coast Classic Sponsor

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Taaj Workshop Dec. 1 - Earlybird registration ends tomorrow (Oct. 31)

zuleika — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:50:56 GMT

Please see the homepage of my website for my info (www.zbellydance.com) for all the details. The workshop is Dec. 1, a Saturday, and I am very excited about it! The topics are musical interpretation and dynamics changes. You can pay via Pay Pal or by regular mail: instructions are on the site or you can message/email me.

Best --

Zu
www.zbellydance.com
2008 East Coast Classic Sponsor

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Tribal Workshop coming to the southside!!!

Nadira — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 18:45:37 GMT

Don't fall oIntroduction to American Tribal Style" with To the Earth
sponsored by local bellydancer Zuleika

Saturday, December 15, 2007

11:30 am to 3:30 p.m. - Virginia Wesleyan College Batten Student
Center Dance Room

To the Earth (www.totheearth. com) is a tribe of dancers and musicians
based in Richmond; Richmond's only tribal bellydance collective. April
and Dvora, the tribe's founding members, will teach the fundamental
steps and concepts of American Tribal Style (ATS) a la Fat Chance
Bellydance.

You'll begin with posture and the tribal spirit, learn basic steps and
begin to put them together in group improvisation. This workshop is
appropriate to dancers at any level, and is designed as a way to start
ATS study. Posture, attention, leading & following, core movements
(3-5 slow and 3-5 fast), cueing, formations& leader/follower change
are on the agenda for today.

Earlybird (by Nov. 15) $45; after Nov. 15 $55

Register via Pay Pal on www.zbellydance. com (link will be active the
week of October 22-26 or register via mail to The Mambo Room c/o
Zuleika 2200 Colonial Ave. Ste 4 Norfolk VA 23517. Please make money
orders/checks payable to The Mambo Room and include your name,
mailing address and phone number. There will be a returned check
charge of $35 if your check is not honored.)

For more information, e-mail Zuleika at zuleika@zbellydance .com, or
call (757) 423-1211.

Local tribal instructor Nadira will complement this instruction in her
classes on Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. at Virginia Wesleyan College's
dance room. Please contact her at nadira.dancer@ yahoo.com or by phone
at (757) 362-4973 for more information. Nadira is taking inquiries
regarding the formation of a tribe.

Directions to Virginia Wesleyan can be found on
http://www.vwc. edu/visit/ directions. php.
ver there's going to be a tribal workshop right in norfolk, sponsored by the fabulous Zuleika:)

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Yay!

Hannah — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 14:56:03 GMT

It's my birthday today!

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Stuff to do While Sick

PoisonedSpoon — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 21:44:07 GMT

I have a cold today. :-P
I'm not really feeling like doing anything major so I'm taking the next couple of days to work up the written part of my 2008 Press Packet. :-P Ooooh fun stuff! *chuckles*
What do you guys think of including a comparative rates write up? Anybody else include one in theirs? (Not to worry, I'm pretty darned sure I work with a different market than other dancers in this area so there's no conflict of interest.)
I don't like wasting time so I'm bumbed about being sick right now. The cold medicine makes it hard for me to do any creative writing and I'm not inspired enough to do any sketching. What are some constructive things a dancer can do while sick? Or do you just sit back and accept defeat?

Have a Good Weekend Everybody,
~*Sickie Gen*~

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Rachel! And BDSS!

tribalmeg — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 19:11:16 GMT

As you can see from the new pics in the tribe album, a few of the locals on this tribe were at the Rachel Brice workshop yesterday. Three hours of fabulousness! My thighs are so tired and sore today. Not bad on arms, I'm surprised, I thought I'd be sore through my shoulders too. Anyway, good times. BDSS last night was excellent. Mardi, Zoe, Rachel, Kami, and Moria were fabulous, Sonia is a truly gorgeous dancer, Jillina is eternally amazing. It was a great show.

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New member intro

Hannah — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 21:33:10 GMT

Hello,

I'm Hannah. I live in Hampton Virginia with my husband and our son Tobey (11 monthes old).
I am currently a Hula and Tahitian Dancer, but I used to be a member of Desert Wind for a little while (I was the pregnant one).

- Hannah

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Harvest Faire

PoisonedSpoon — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 12:59:46 GMT

You know... there are four dance troupes from this local area performing at Harvest Faire in Newport News this weekend and I haven't seen anything posted about it at all. Did it skip a multitude of minds to post the info? Or perhaps something more sinister.... *Muahahaha!*

www.harvestfaire.org

~*Gen*~

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Harvest Faire Review

PoisonedSpoon — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 23:14:29 GMT

This Harvest Faire was actually really cool for me. It was the first faire I ever did where I wasn't scheduled to dance as a main performance. I got to get in for free because I'm a groovy reenactor, gotta love those perks. My only obligation was to walk around in garb, drum a little, dance a little and pose for pictures. Oooooh twist my little arm...! This allowed me to hang out with Carmen and Rose off and on all weekend at "Ye Olde Day Spa."

Friday Night we saw Isis Rising do a grand goldie Cabaret performance that featured Isis Wings, Scimitar Work, a mock Zar, some beautiful choreography and a solo by Janeeda herself. It was a nice warm night, not like it has been some years where we dancers have shimmied to keep warm behind the stage. The costuming, music, lighting and theatrics we're all very nicely done. Some of the kids in the audience pulled some stuff on the side lines that was really not cool. I think they were the children of some of the dancers and they were a little disrespectful of stage dynamics... but they're kids... what can ya do? I enjoyed the dancing and it was fun to actually get to do that for a change.

On Saturday I think one of the troupes scheduled to perform was a no show. Im not certain about that but that was the rumor. Saturday I found myself dressed to the nines in my little blue and white gypsy ensemble, I have since termed this costume the "Upside-down Cup-Cake Costume," because it consists of two 25 yard skirts layered on top of one another with both tucked into the hips of my belt for that extra poof effect. I wandered around drumming, singing and looking ravishing... Oh such a hard life...! *Mock Faint* Myself, Teleiia and Valkyrie offered to improv for a bit that afternoon so Bear, the sound guy, turned on some almost danceable ambient music. It was cool... very ephemeral but I'm a much more energetic dancer than I think he realizes. I needs to bounce Mr. Soundguy! I needed to get a few Turkish hops out of my system by the time we got done, I did a few off to the side which made local dancer, Amber, chuckle a little bit. I aims to amuse! (Pardon my poor grammar... I've been reading those kitty cartoons lately which just destroy all good syntax.)

My local dance buddies should note that I had the occasion to plug a few instructors. I need to keep a stock pile of instructor business cards on my person at all times. "I don't do classes. Where do you live? Oh! Well you're in luck because _______ teaches out there and she is an excellent instructor." I keep envisioning these people coming up to some of the instructors I recommend with my little note cards that read things like, "Chelydra. Egyptian Cabaret and Folkloric. Excellent Instructor! Choreography! (Insert website/contact info" (Seriously guys... give me some business cards, I have pretty hand writing but it's not THAT pretty!

Desert Wind came out looking sharp in green and black. It was kind of a neat little belt buckle and beads type costume style. I would call it Tribaret which makes sense given their solid background in Egyptian Cabaret. I overheard someone in the audience give kudos to Johara. ;-) She said, "She's my favorite dancer in Desert Wind." I thought that was a cool little tid bit so I wanted to pass it along. I'm a big fan of zill work so dancers who give some good zill love always get high marks from me. Desert Wind also has an Urban Tribal company sister troupe called Bast who worked a couple numbers in there. One was a choreography by Rachel Brice whom I heard somebody in the audience state that it was actually written by Mardi Love... I haven't a clue but wanted to throw it out there just in case. I like responsible reporting so when a dancer or company performs a routine that was written by somebody else, I like to see them give credit where its due. Good job for that. ;-) The choreographies were neat and clean, it was a cute show. The lighting got kinda dim at one point but that got fixed. (Darn setting sun! How dare it!) So good job guys!

I know the main stage performers got some Moroccan chow out of the deal but I can't report on that since I didn't get to have any. Which is actually okay by me... it wasn't vegetarian. :-P Carmen hooked me up with some Mediterranean vegetarian yummies later which made me so happy I actually danced a little. I was all over those dates, olives, feta, dolmades, wine and baklava for dessert. Like I said... being a dancer is a torturous, horrible existence... *burp* Hehehe.

Saturday night there was a lovely drum circle at which I had the occasion to do a little trance dancing at the behest of a buddy and former troupe mate. I changed into my normal clothes for that because I had a feeling that I was going to end up trancing and on that surface it would have meant dancing on my knees and back. (Which it did... I'm so predictable.) I didn't do any drumming or singing at the circle that night but I did my dancey thing and had a good time. Rose tried to dance a little bit. One day this event is going to become more reenactment oriented and I think we'll be seeing those changes sharply within the next year. I can't wait to see that! I think this was probably the last year that I could expect to do any trance dancing without people calling 9-1-1! *chuckles*

On Sunday I looked around and discovered that I was the only M.E. artist doing anything at the fair and damn my garb was gorgeous! I was not slowed down in the slightest! I kept up my drumming and dancing schitck in my now even poofier costume. I decided when I woke up Sunday morning to add another skirt to my cup-cake ensemble turning me into even more of a Cup-Cake Princess. Aaand for S&G's I added a white and gold turban. It's a good day when you wake up and tie your turban on without a mirror and you do it right the first time! Oooh aaaah!

I had a great time, saw a lot of familiar faces and had much occasion to dance, make music and hang out with people all weekend. I would like to see more dancers get into the reenactment spirit next year. Get thee some garb! I'll try to make it out again next year but even if I don't... I hope you guys will check it out yourselves. Dress up! Go! Dance! A buddy of mine filmed me goofy dancing for about 30 seconds, I've asked him to post it to youtube so I'll pop a link if/when I get it. I don't know if anybody filmed the other troupes but I'm sure somebody had to get pictures. Thanks for the great entertainment all you local dancers who entertained me. ;-)

Yours in the Dance,
~*Genisis*~

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New Person Intro

PoisonedSpoon — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 23:22:20 GMT

Hey Girls,
I just joined this tribe today so here's my introduction for those of you who don't know me too well. You can call me Gen if you want. I'm a dancer of 14 years from California. I have two babies... well I guess since they're both walking they're not really babies... more like a matching set of mischief in diapers. ;-) I have a military hubby who is a musician, he plays guitar and sings a lot of folk music and opera.
I got my start dancing at Ren Faires and with the SCA in California so reenactment is really my thing. I used to teach classes out in this area but I haven't run anything serious in a while. I used to be the Co-Director of Gypsy Spirit/Gobekli Tepe but as of today I am just a soloist! Yaaaay! My schedule just got too busy so I ended up having to take myself out of a lot of things. Right now my major project is seeing my first book through the publication process. I'm a bit behind schedule with book number two already which is why I had to step back from dancing in a troupe. Right now I am ready to embrace the sweet taste of freedom, get my buns into a few workshops and intensives and enjoy dancing at my own pace. I've always been a bit of a recluse where the community is concerned but I like to try to make it out to at least one other dancers show per month. If you see me then just say hi. I'm shy around new people but I have a good sense of humor.

Lets see... time to fill in the details...
I can do both cabaret and folkloric dance. I'm not too big on ATS but I enjoy experimental and fusion styles when I feel inspired. I prefer Turkish and Greek fusion Orientale dance to Egyptian but I work with a pretty solid Mediterranean base flavor. I often get confused with Flamenco fusion dancers but I am by far more Grecco-Italian. (I enjoy ribbing Egyptian dancers a lot, its friendly... sort of.) I love to zill and experiment with different zill techniques. I like to thumb my nose at physics where scimitar work is concerned. I can drum and sing a few M.E. folk songs passing fair. I actually do a bit better with Italian music and I luvs my sistrum and tambourine. I am also a seasoned ecstatic dancer and the creatrix of the Ecstasia discipline of Transcendental dance.

Thats me in a nut shell.
If you see me out in the community I'm really easy to recognize, I'm the chick wearing white all the time. Nice to meet you guys. :-)

~*Gen*~

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Azar's Hafla.

Rida and Bellydance Navel Academy — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 22:49:57 GMT

Hosted By:
Rida

When: Saturday Oct 20, 2007
at 8:30 PM

Where: Azars
2000 Colley Ave
Norfolk, VA 23517

Rida and Ursula Hafla at Azars' Ghent. Saturday, October 20th, 2007 8:30pm, Call 664-7955 for reservations.

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Taaj fi Qalbi workshop Dec 1 in Norfolk/Virginia Beach!

tribalmeg — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 14:13:05 GMT

Transform your dance from dull to delicious, flat to fantastic when you attend Taaj's workshop. This class, sponsored by local bellydancer Zuleika, will show you how to hear music in a new way that will expand the way that you hear and interpret your music. You will learn new ways of doing old things that will make your dancing more interesting and memorable. If you are in need of a dance make-over, you must attend this class! See www.thebellydancetrainer.org for more information about Taaj.

Date: Saturday, December 1, 2007

9:00 am Doors open
9:30 to 11:30 (Workshop Part I)
1130-1200 (Bring your own lunch)
12:00 to 2:00 (Workshop Part II)

BONUS! Video Party (for participants only):
2:00 - 4:00 pm (Bring your favorite DVD's demonstrating musical interpretation or especially memorable moments)

Cost:
Earlybird (received by Oct. 31, 2007): $45.00
Registration after Oct. 31, 2007: $55.00

Pay online at www.zbellydance.com (at the bottom of the homepage) via Pay Pal, or send your money order to The Mambo Room attn: Zuleika, 2200 Colonial Ave., Norfolk, VA 23517. Please provide your mailing address, phone and name in the event we need to contact you.

Sponsor may cancel workshop if there is insufficient registration, at which time fees will be refunded. No refunds for any other reason.

Location: Virginia Wesleyan College
Batten Center Aerobics/Dance Room
1584 Wesleyan Drive, Norfolk , VA 23502

Taaj's Teaching Biography follows:
Taaj began teaching after one year of lessons. Her classes have always been a reflection of her passion and knowledge. In the beginning, she was American style and did lots of props and choreography. She evolved to include folkloric styles, then as her understanding of Middle Eastern culture and music grew, her teaching changed to become more authentic.
As Taaj's students became more interested in developing professional skills and teaching themselves, Taaj's teaching changed again and incorporated more structure and outcomes based instruction. Her goal was for her students to set and achieve definable goals. She didn't want them to simply think, "I am good enough to be a professional." She wanted them to know if they were good enough and have some way of objectively measuring that.
This has resulted in Taaj producing 16 award winning students, with 37 trophies in 5 contests from 2002 to 2006. Taaj no longer teaches weekly classes, but you can benefit from her knowledge by taking this workshop, or lessons from a Certified Belly Dance Trainer (or you can become one!) Taaj also created a beginner level training DVD, which will be for sale today, to help her students practice her technique at home.

Directions Follow:
After following the directions below, the security guard at the entry booth will ask where you’re going and will direct you to the Batten Center. (Just take a left and then a right.) Please allow time to find parking as this is a college campus. Once you’re at the Batten Center, go straight down the hallway near the basketball court (bathrooms will be on your left.) Keep going straight past the giant fishtank you’ll see on your left. There will be a café to your left where you can get a snack if you wish. The dance room is just past the café on your left. Everyone is very friendly and there will also be signs to assist you.
From Norfolk
Take I-264 East to I-64 West (toward Hampton and Richmond). From I-64, take Exit 282 (Northampton Boulevard/Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel). Stay to the right on the exit ramp and turn right at the first light (Wesleyan Drive). The College is 2/3 mile on the right.
From Virginia Beach
Take I-264 (or 44) West to I-64 West (toward Hampton and Richmond). From I-64, take Exit 282 (Northampton Boulevard/Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel). Stay to the right on the exit ramp and turn right at the first light (Wesleyan Drive). The College is 2/3 mile on the right.

From Richmond/Williamsburg
Take I-64 East (or 295 South to I-64 East). Continue on I-64 East past Williamsburg, Newport News and Hampton. Come through the Hampton Roads Tunnel and take Exit 282 (Northampton Boulevard/Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel). Stay to the right off the exit ramp and turn right at the second traffic light (Wesleyan Drive). The College is 2/3 mile on the right.

From Points North (I-95 South)
Take I-95 south to 295 (Richmond). Follow signs to Virginia Beach/Norfolk to I-64 East. Stay on I-64 through the Hampton Roads Tunnel. Take Exit 282 (Northampton Boulevard/Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel). Stay to the right off the exit ramp and turn right at the first traffic light (Wesleyan Drive). The College is 2/3 mile on the right.

From Points South
Take I-95 or I-85 north to US 58. Take US 58 East to I-64 West. Follow I-64 to Exit 282 (Northampton Boulevard/Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel). Stay to the right off the exit ramp and turn right at the first traffic light (Wesleyan Drive). The College is 2/3 mile on the right.

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New Practice Gear

PoisonedSpoon — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 20:41:21 GMT

Hey if there are any vendors or costumers on this list... I am in the market for white costume stuff and a new set of zills. New hip scarves, skirts and especially fun little practice tops. Think of me if you see anything out there in white and let me know. My dance closet just got a whoooooole lot smaller and I need more stuff.

Yours in the dance,
~Gen~

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Va Beach This Weekend

PoisonedSpoon — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 20:37:20 GMT

Isn't there something going on at the Heritage on Friday? I'm thinking about going if there is. Anybody want to meet up and grab a smoothie or something? I'm also planning on going to the Neptune Festival this weekend. I understand Chandani and crew are supposed to be in the parade. So am I going to get to see some of you out there?
Yours,
~Gen~

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free bob dylan ticket for tonight!!!! come belly dnace with me!!!

sass-a-frass — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 17:18:40 GMT

hey all who live in virginia,

my friend decieded to punk out last minute...so i got a free ticket for bob dylan and elvis costello tonight...only catch is you have to be my date for the night, lol. and you ahve to put out....lol...just kiding.

i live in williamsburg, va and the the show is happening up in norfolk at the constent convocation center so if you live anywhere else you'll need to find a ride..other then that as long as you are along the way i can pick you up.

send me a message...first person to message me wins!!!!!!!

//liz

and i'm pretty new to virginia and its strange but the majority of friends i do have don't like bob dylan...i need some new friends lol

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Belly Dance Fusion - Tuesday at Virginia Wesleyan!

tribalmeg — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 12:18:14 GMT

Bellydance fusion @ Hispanic Heritage Month

Date: Tuesday September 25, 2007
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Virginia Wesleyan College, Batten center, grill area
1584 Wesleyan Drive, Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA
Phone: (757) 423-1211
Notes: Zuleika and Latin dancers from The Mambo Room will perform in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

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Sep 22 (this Saturday!) open house for new dance studio!

tribalmeg — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:29:07 GMT

Title: Open House for New Dance Studio (Mambo Room Dance)
Date: Saturday September 22, 2007
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: 2200 Colonial Avenue, Norfolk, VA (Ghent area)
Notes: Local bellydancer Zuleika will offer a free mini lessons, as well as free refreshments, free latin dance mini lessons and door prizes. See www.mamboroomdance.com for more information, or call (757) 335-1561.

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Class tonight!

tribalmeg — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 12:22:16 GMT

Don't forget, class tonight with Khadijah, tribal basics at Virginia Wesleyan. 6:30-7:30 in the Batten Center. See you there!

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Belly crushes

Nadira — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 17:11:35 GMT

I have a new bellycrush, her names Morgana and wow she's awesome, it's very fusion, more like capoeira meets bellydance take a look just too see where the bellydance smoosh game is going: I'm expecting bellydance meets pogostick jumping next:) here's the clicky
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeBiVP0L-iw
nadira
www.burningphoenix.net

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Jillina and Rachel Brice in Newport News!

joharadance — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 19:07:31 GMT

Jillina and Rachel Brice will be teaching on Friday Oct. 26th at Janna's International Dance Studio! The workshops are $65 each. You can register at the studio's myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/jannasdance

For more informations, check out Janna's tribe page: http://tribes.tribe.net/jannasinternationaldance

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Just starting out...

tribalmeg — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 01:46:40 GMT

There don't seem to be any tribes for the Hampton Roads area dancers to keep up with the local happenings, so I thought I'd start one. Tribal, cab, whatever floats your boat, post about it here. Your classes, performances, interesting things going on, places to shop in Tidewater, let us know about it.

I'm Megan, and I'll be your hostess this evening. Heh.

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