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WVU club hosts workshop with Narah and Fall Hafla 11/14!

2009-10-29T02:06:30Z

We are hosting a workshop with Narah, a Fall Hafla, and Costume sale and Swap on 11/14!
(And possibly a hooping/hoop dancing workshop on 11/15 if there is interest.)

Narah will teach a "Love those layers!" workshop from 11:30-3:30 (with lunch break).
To go to the workshop you must register in advance - to register you can pay via Narah's website or by check - see details at http://www.tribalbellydance.net/workshops/index.htm
(Please contact Narah if pre-registering presents a problem)
The workshop will be held at the WVU student Recreation center in room A.
http://studentreccenter.wvu.edu/

The Hafla will be in Eisland Hall at 7:30pm - $5 admission.
There will be several wonderful performers including Narah, Kari of Sadiqa, Sara of Raqs Construction, Hailey of Bellibeautiez, Patrice, April, Wild Sapphire, and more.
Costume sale and swap prior to the show will start at 6pm - so bring your old costume pieces, accessories, etc. that you would like to sell or trade.
The Hafla is open to all different belly dance related dance forms - students as well as experienced dancers welcome!
Please send your info (song/s name, your name, and a bio for the program) to wsbellydance@gmail.com by 11/1 if you would like to perform.

Eisland Hall is on Hough St. on the downtown WVU campus:
http://maps.google.com/maps/place?cid=7580973139972073004&q=eie...

If you would be interested in staying overnight and taking a hooping/hoop dancing workshop on 11/15 please let me know (wsbellydance@gmail.com).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOlmTCODpoM

Hope to see you there!

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Hafla Spooktacular! Etheric needs your stuff!

2009-10-19T16:28:05Z

Etheric Dance Collective is hosting this year's Halloween event at the Pour House in Dunbar!! It is a benefit for the West Virginina World Music Education Cooperative.
Please send Pixie ---butterflyhorizon@hotmail.com --- your names (or character names) , music, and timing on your piece.

Don't forget ---since this is a benefit, we would like to humbly ask all troupes to be kind enough to throw in a ten dollar donation, all duets 7 and all solos 5! All guests will be kindly asked to throw in at the door at least five clams too.
The event will be MC'd by Pixie, Davi, and a few others so be sure and send those INTROS, not really long bios but a little short sweet intro as to the "whos & whats".
Again send your music, name and intro to butterflyhorizon@hotmail.com
The show is gonna be kooky, spooky, and FABULOUS--so come on out!
See you soon!
Sarah Moon (Pandora)

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Hipnotech - October 23rd in Toronto

2009-10-14T23:11:53Z

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

Featuring:

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

Bring your dancing shoes.

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:
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 before Oct 16
$45 per half day

Send registration via paypal (fees included in cost above) to [email]blueberrysouffle@hotmail.com[/email] 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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WVU Hafla

2009-09-24T00:59:17Z

The WVU belly dance club is planning a Hafla on Nov. 14th. I wanted to send this out so you can put in on your calendars. In addition to the Hafla, there will be a workshop earlier in the day with Narah - details will be up soon.
If you, your students, or anyone else would be interested in coming and performing please contact me. We are happy to have any type of dance included if it is belly dance related - Indian, hula, hip hop, flamenco, etc. or any sort of belly dance fusion would all be welcome. Please pass this on to anyone you think might like to come! I will put up more info as soon as we get more details settled.
Thanks!

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Shimmy 4 - Pittsburgh, Pa - Sunday, October 4, 2009 - TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!

2009-09-20T15:24:31Z

Shimmy 4 - Pittsburgh's annual student & teacher Belly Dance Event!!
Hosted by Sadiqa
www.sadiqabellydance.com

Sunday, October 4, 2009 ~ 6 to 8:00pm (doors open at 5:30)
Father Ryan Arts Center
http://www.fatherryanartscenter.org/directions.html

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!
$10 entrance fee
$5 for children 12 and under (ticket must be purchased directly from Sadiqa)
Paypal: http://www.karimerlina.com/shimmy4.html
and for cash or check purchases, please contact Joanna or Kari at
sadiqa@sadiqabellydance.com
NO REFUNDS UNLESS THE EVENT IS CANCELLED.

For more information: http://www.karimerlina.com/shimmy4.html
sadiqa@sadiqabellydance.com

Hope to see you there!!!

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Do not forget!

2009-09-15T13:10:44Z

www.culturefestwv.com
Its coming up soon lots of Dancin' ,Drummin' , Good Tunes and Great Folks!
Check it out and come on down and see us!
~Pixie of Faerie Nonsense & Etheric Bellydance Collective

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WV World Music

2009-09-15T00:14:20Z

I'd like to announce the founding of WV World Music Educational Cooperative, Inc. We are a registered 501 c(3) non profit dedicated to promoting Cultural Education and Music Education in WV schools. Inquiries can be sent to WVWMEC@yahoo.com and we are on myspace at www.myspace.com/wvworldmusic. Workshops and demos are available for your school now.

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HAFLA SPOOKTACKULAR!!!!

2009-09-08T18:00:50Z

Since Amira was going to be too busy to host the Halloween Hafla this year, our little collective "Etheric" decided to take it on. We are still doin' it but instead of the Beckley area it will be at the Pour House in Dunbar again on Oct.31st at 9 pm. So really nuffin' much changes with the exceptions that it IS a benefit for WV World Music Educational Cooperative and that Ms. Amira can sit back and let the "Noobs" run things for once. This also means no stupid PG rating!!!! Anything (within reason) goes girls, so get creative! Each Troupe will have up to 7 mins. and each solo or duet will be about 5 to 6. Please send me your names (or character names) and the music and timing on your piece. Since this is a benefit, we would like to humbly ask all troupes to be kind enough to throw in a ten dollar donation, all duets 7 and all solos 5, these funds are going toward creating more up and coming dance drummers for us, so no one looses! All guests will be kindly asked to throw in at the door at least five clams too. There is one more little change, Davi, Myself , and a few others will be MCs for this shindig so be sure and send those intros, not really long bios but a little short sweet intro as to the "whos & whats". Send music and intros to FaerieNonsense@gmail.com
So get those kooky acts rolling in to us ASAP!
LURVE!!!!!

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THE Indigo in Pittsburgh, Pa November 27-29 2009!!!

2009-08-25T03:27:53Z

SAVE THE DATE!!!
Thanksgiving weekend!!!! November 27,28, 29 2009
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
PERFORMANCE/ WORKSHOPS/ a dang good time!

More info coming along.....
keep your eyes peeled on our website
www.zafiradance.com

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Funeral parade still on!

2009-08-21T03:11:52Z

Even though the Charleston regatta is canceled this year, the New Orleans style funeral parade is still being held on Saterday Sept. 5 at 5:30 pm on Capitol st, no sign up needed, just show up in costume like last year:) You may have heard it was canceled since they couldn't find a sponser, but I read in the Gazzette this morning that Bar 101 is sponsering it, so yippie!!

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Intensive in Toronto with Rosanna/Cleoflaptra

2009-08-14T05:45:47Z

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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Narah's Fall Belly Dance class registration begins Monday!

2009-08-13T05:13:29Z

Dear Patrons of the Arts,

I hope you have had a wonderful summer! The WVU Community Arts Program is gearing up for another great semester of fall classes. Registration will begin this coming Monday, August 17 and run through Friday, September 4 in Room 401A of the Creative Arts Center, Monday-Friday, 10:00am-12:00pm, 1:00-4:30pm.

*Belly Dance Class description and information below!

°Belly Dancing (ages 13 and up)
Narah, Instructor
Six weeks, September 8-October 13
Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00p.m., Rm. 426A
Cost: $60.00

Students will learn basic posture and foundational technique of the ancient art of belly dance. Each class begins with a yoga warmup and continues with a fun and thorough break down of basic movements which set the foundation for a beautiful and empowering art form. Narah will often guide students through a series of movements and combinations, keeping the energy up and teaching them how all those basic moves make a dance.

Note: No experience necessary, but students with heart conditions or other medical concerns, injuries, joint problems or if pregnant should alert the teacher prior to the beginning of class.

°Please Note: Location for this class is at the Creative Arts Center

For a complete list of Fall classes, please see attachment, and for further information, including class descriptions, a registration form and a copy of our downloadable brochure, visit our website athttp://communityarts.wvu.edu. (A registration form is also attached for your convenience.) You may also contact the WVU Community Arts Program Office at (304)293-4841 x3168 or by email atCommunityArts@mail.wvu.edu.

Registrations can be made in person, by mail or by fax (293-7491). You can pay by check (payable to WVU) or VISA/MC. Students may register for classes after the official registration period ends, but a $15.00 late fee will be in effect at that time.

I hope to see you soon! Come explore the arts with us today!

Best wishes,

Jeanne

Jeanne Frieben, Director
WVU Community Arts Program
(304)293-4841 x3185
404A Creative Arts Center, WVU
Morgantown, WV 26506-6111

http://communityarts.wvu.edu

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Shakira Al Fanninah and Firelight at Culturefest 2009!

2009-08-07T02:39:25Z

Shakira of Columbus, Ohio and her troupe Firelight are performing Saturday night of Culturefest World Music & Arts Festival!

September 10-13

at The Appalachian South Folklife Center

in Pipestem, WV

Also Wild Earth Hoops of Blacksburg will be hooping by day and with fire by night and giving workshops at their booth.

hope to see you all there!

www.culturefestwv.com

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urban tribal in Morgantown this weekend!!

2009-07-12T16:05:20Z

Urban Tribal in Morgantown this weekend!!! workshop registration begins at 9:30. workshop times: 10:00am-12:00pm. lunch noon to 1:30 workshop 1:30 to 3:30pm. Doors open for Hips Around the World show at 7:30, show begins at 8:00pm. there are still spots left- buy your workshop and show spaces now!

www.tribalbellydance.net/workshops

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Last day for Urban Tribal workshop early bird price! Sign up now!

2009-06-30T17:30:50Z

You have until 11:59 tonight to get the early bird price for the July 11th Urban Tribal Dance Company workshop in Morgantown, WV! $70 until 11:59 pm tonight and then the price goes up. $85 from July 1st on. Get it while it lasts!
We're so excited to have these innovative and amazingly talented dancers here! Be sure to check them out online: www.urbantribaldance.com www.youtube.com/urbantribal

Heather's such a fabulous teacher that though it is advanced material, she can make it accessible to beginners!!

Sign up for the workshop at www.TribalBellyDance.net/workshops

Also, on sale now for the in advanced price are tickets to the Hips Around the World show that evening! From traditional to modern, each performance has it's own unique flavor and beauty. Headlined by Urban Tribal, also see local and regional dancers and musicians. $12 ahead of time, $15 the day of the show. Pick up at the MAC, Slight Indulgences on Collins Ferry Rd. or online at www.shop.mtpocketstheatre.com

More info at www.TribalBellyDance.net/performances

Both events are at the Monongalia Arts Center (MAC), 107 High St. Morgantown.

Experience culture, support the arts, and enjoy incredible entertainment. Spread the word!!

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East Coast Belly Dance Certification Workshops with Suhaila Salimpour Level One & Level Two

2009-06-15T00:54:04Z

Suhaila Salimpour Certification Workshops & Testing Schedule
NJ September 2009
Sponsored by The Drum & Dance Learning Center, New Jersey

These workshops are definitely happening Sept 16 -19, 2009 in New Jersey.
We are currently set up for this in Bordentown. Please note that the workshop may move to the Red Bank area. You can confidently sign up for the workshop now but hold off on hotel reservations until June.

The Drum & Dance Learning Center
The Barracks Trading Post Plaza
Route 206 South & Elizabeth Street
Bordentown, NJ
(609) 324-7383
ddlcnj@gmail.com
Contact: Kim Leary
www.drumdancecenter.com

Level One Workshop (No experience necessary)
Sept 16 – 18, 2009
9-3pm (15 hours of instruction)
$425
Early Registration $400 (payment in full by June 30, 2009)

Optional Certification Testing
Friday 3:30 – 5:30pm
Testing fees and eligibility will be handled directly by Suhaila International.

Level Two Workshop (Must be Level One Certified)
Sept 16 – 19, 2009
(20 hours of instruction including Level Two Certification Choreography)
9/16 3:45 – 10:00 pm
9/17 3:45 – 10:00 pm
9/18 6:30 – 10:30 pm
9/19 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
$550
Early Registration $525 (payment in full by June 30, 2009)

Option Level Two Certification Testing
9/19 4:40 6:30pm
Testing fees and eligibility will be handled directly by Suhaila International.

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Tickets on Sale now for Hips Around the World/Urban Tribal Dance Company show in Morgantown, WV

2009-06-11T17:35:56Z

The show is produced by MT Pockets Theatre! Buy tickets, $12 in advance, $15 at the door, see information included below.

If you're coming from out of town and need a place to stay, the historic Hotel Morgan is right next door to the MAC!

Information site on the MT Pockets website for purchasing tickets: http://www.mtpocketstheatre.com/tickets.htm

To purchase online, go to http://www.shop.mtpocketstheatre.com/main.sc "Hips Around the World" is the featured performance on the left or scroll down to find the button to "add to cart". You can also pick tickets up at the Monongalia Arts Center (the MAC, 107 High St., Morgantown, WV) and at Slight Indulgence on Collins Ferry Rd.

If possible, please pick up in person and pay with cash/check so we can avoid credit card fees.

Ahead of time, the tickets are $12 and the day of the show, they are $15. Seats are limited to 55.

See you there!

Narah
www.TribalBellyDance.net/performances.htm
www.TribalBellyDance.net/workshops

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Really fun show cookin'!

2009-05-28T23:14:07Z

Hey All you Belleh Beauties! I just wanted to remind everyone that the Vaudeville Variety Show is next Saturday night May 30th at the LaBelle Theatre in South Charleston. Our own Jenna Brooke Smith is hosting and performing , along with tap dancers, roller derby gals, interpretive dancers, a couple of Ragga Muffins (Pandora and meh-self) , Gypsies, Tramps, Vagabonds and much more! This "spectacular, spectacular" begins at 7pm , its 5 bucks a head so come get your seat early!

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Vive le Vaudeville Variety A sassy show of flamboyant flare!

2009-05-13T19:02:48Z

Vive
le Vaudeville Variety

A Sassy Show of Flamboyant Flare

Saturday,
May 30th

7 pm

$5 cover

La Belle Theater

311 D St., South Charleston

Be There or Be Square!

See local yokels in fantasical feats of fancy!

Behold a shocking show of scintillating style!

For more details:

info@jennabrookesmith.com

Please Pass the Flyer to your Friends and Neighbors!

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Jalsah Charlotte NC May 24 2009!

2009-05-12T16:41:54Z

Hey everyone!

Ishtar packs up and heads south for Memorial day weekend!

Join Ishtar and special guests Ken and Joe from Charlotte at the Salvador Deli on Saturday May 23 at 8pm! Yes, you read that right, the Salvador Deli, known for their great sandwiches and cool bands in the NoDa section of Charlotte is located at 3215 North Davison St 28205. Free show...come chat with me and the band!

Sunday May 24 is Jalsah Charlotte, the ULTIMATE in bellydance parties! Everyone bring your instruments, drums and hipscarves. Party the night away with Ishtar. You get to sit in with the band! Everyone dances all night! Cover $5.

www.thejalsah.com/pages/Charlotte

Sunday May 24th 2009 -- 7PM
(Aminah's house)
411 Brookhollow Dr, York SC, 29745

Workshops!!! Go beyond Hadouni! Let's learn some new kick ass tunes to rock the Jalsah!

Individual workshops are $20, two workshops are $30, take all three for $50!

2PM - 3PM $20
Basic Darbuka Technique and Rhythms -- Mark of Ishtar will teach basic darbuka-striking technique and six rhythms common to Middle Eastern music. He will cover how to hold the darbuka, proper posture and technique, as well as how to make the three main darbuka sounds--the "DUM", the "TEK" and the "KA". In addition, participants will learn how to change seamlessly between rhythms which is imperative for playing effectively with melody musicians. This class is perfect for dancers and drummers at all levels.

3PM - 4:30PM $20
Art of Taksim and Basic Makam Theory -- Melissa of Ishtar will cover: How to make your improvisational solos go somewhere and come back. Which notes are important in which makam. How to cue/communicate with other musicians. Also how to practice your improvisational skills. Tips on how to taksim for a solo dancer and how to handle a taksim in a choreographed dance. Recieve feedback concerning your taksim skills. Dancers welcome!

5PM - 6PM $20
Middle Eastern Music Ensemble For ALL Instruments -- If you play it, BRING IT! Drummers and melody musicians, learn songs together. Put your rhythms to the test! The members of Ishtar will break down several Middle Eastern folk songs that will be played at the Jalsah later that evening. This workshop is perfect for musicians and percussionists ready to try something different! Learn the basic structure of several popular Middle Eastern bellydance songs in an ensemble format. Percussionists can learn how specific rhythms fit particular songs and how to change seamlessly between rhythms. Melody musicians can learn popular Middle Eastern melodies and will be given instruction on basic makam theory. Specific songs will be determined by skill level within the class.

Mavi Mavi, Chaje Shukarije, Ushti Babo, Konyali, and Shish Kebab

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Visit my new site: www.BellydanceSheetmusic.com ! There you can find listings of all my sheet music available for purchase! I will directly email you the pdfs for you to save on your own computer.

I realize that www.BellydanceSheetmusic.com is verbose, but it is accurate! "No dorks, just shmu." (shmu is a short term for sheet music, someday I'll regale you with the story of shmu...)

Thank you all for your support over the years! See you soon!

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Mother's Day Special for Urban Tribal workshop!! Save $25!!!

2009-05-09T02:00:09Z

MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL!!! Paypal on Mother's Day (12:00am to 11:59 pm May 9, 2009 only) and the UT workshop is only $60!!! PayPal to Narah@TribalBellyDance.net

Groups of 5 or more registered together get a 15% discount!

You must be there! Urban Tribal in your own backyard!!!! :-O

www.tribalbellydance.net/workshops

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Drum circle saturday night in St. Albans

2009-05-06T19:47:02Z

There is going to be a drum circle saturday with myself and whoever happens to show up. Earlier in the day is a cajun crawfish boil if anyone is interested in that also. Its just part of being born cajun that a big boil turns into a bigger party. Everyone is invited, dont feel obligated to bring anything. We will start boiling crawfish and shrimp around 2 and the party will go late. Child friendly, my kids will be there as well as some others. I dont have the exact address of the place right now but it is on Strawberry Road just past Hayes Junior High. If you have never been to a crawfish boil, and you're not allergic to shrimp like i am, it is something you definitely want to be at.

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Blackstone

2009-05-01T11:48:08Z

Blackstone raids is about a month away if anyone is interested. if you have never been its a lot of fun. and i have drummers coming this year from baltimore and dc in addition to all of the "normal" attendees.

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WVU Belly Dance Club Hafla

2009-04-23T11:38:50Z

The WVU belly dance club is hosting its first Hafla on April 18th at 7pm. Location TBA - I will keep you posted on that. We would love to have you all come and dance, drum, or just hang out. If you are interested in performing please let me know. I know it is a long drive for many of you, so if you would like to come, but need a place to stay overnight, then let me know that as well and we will try to find spaces for everyone.
You can contact me on here or by e-mail at snowmeow7@yahoo.com
The plan is to have performances and open dancing. There will be no alcohol at the event because it is on university property, so in that sense it is a 'family friendly' event - although I am not editing music for explicit lyrics if there are any. It is open to dancers and friends/family of dancers. There will be delicious food and lots of fun dancing!
Hope you all can make it!

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BellyDance Fitness/Review class with Narah

2009-04-23T02:01:59Z

Hey Folks,
Looks like we finally have something set up to fill the space until the next Basic Belly Dance class through the WVU Community Arts Program.

We'll have a Belly Dance Fitness/Review class at Lakeview (1 lakeview dr., morgantown, wv 26508) May 4, 11 and 18. Mondays 7-8pm. Cost will be $30. Register by sending payment to:
Kimberly Minardi
1008 Summers School Rd.
Morgantown, WV, 26508.

or, send Paypal payment to: Narah@Tribalbellydance.net for $30 (I won't ask for extra to cover fees this time since I'll need to know asap if we have enough people to hold the class.)

This is going to be a really fun class! We'll review basic moves and variations, cover a few conditioning moves and have a really good time! If you've never had any belly dance classes before, and would like to join us, that's ok. I do recommend that you take the basics class later to get more detail on technique, but we will still cover a basic breakdown in this class.

I know we've all been restless waiting for something to gel up, so I'm excited this has worked out. Please register as soon as you can so I know if we have enough to hold the class!

Thanks!
Narah
www.TribalBellyDance.net
www.BellyArtsMama.Blogspot.com

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Thank you Amira & the lovely ladies of Samadhi

2009-04-14T04:29:48Z

Thank you all for sponsoring Onca & August workshops and show. I had a wonderful time! Your hard work & warm hospitality are greatly appreciated!

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Vive le Vaudeville Variety A sassy show of flamboyant flare!

2009-04-09T02:05:14Z

Vive le Vaudeville Variety
A sassy show of flamboyant flare

Auditions
Sunday, April 26
5 pm - ?

La Belle Theater
311 D St., South Charleston

Acceptable Acts: Circus Arts, Comedy, Dance, Music, Poetry, Singing, Skits, and Short Video.

For registration info contact:
Jenna Brooke Smith info@jennabrookesmith.com

Please Pass the Flyer to Any and All Talent Interested!

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Onca Show Info for Performers

2009-04-03T04:14:47Z

Here's the link to the stage info for the show:

http://www.wvbellydance.com/guestdancers.html

There are yahoo direction links to both Oaks Gym and LaBelle Theater on the site. Please let me know if there is anything that's not posted that you need to know. Thanks!

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One of my BD students is missing

2009-04-02T01:01:29Z

One of my 14 year old belly dance students is missing. She ran away Saturday night with her boyfriend. Friends said they had been planning it for a while, but it appears the exact timing of it was spur of the moment. They didn't even bother to take their coats. Her boyfriend Seth had his phone taken away earlier Saturday because of his grades and Keya took off without her phone. She crawled out her window sometime during the night. Yesterday was a very hard day for the family of course. Her mom also takes belly dance class, so I've gotten to know her a bit over the last few months. They danced with the student group at the Beckley show. Anyway, please visit www.wvbellydance.com/keya to see all the updated information. Take a good look at the pictures and print them or burn them in your memory. They are on foot and rumored to be going to the Clendenin area.

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Reminder - Discount ends March 15

2009-03-11T11:49:25Z

Just a reminder that the discounted rate of $70 for the Onca Workshop ends March 15. Then the price goes to $75.

Also, I received the tickets yesterday, so they're now officially on sale. You can order them on the site at www.wvbellydance.com. They're $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Bulk pricing is $7 each for 6 tickets or more. Performing dancers do NOT need tickets. The tickets are cool. I got all the performing troupe names printed on the tickets.

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blog anyone?

2009-03-10T02:27:48Z

I finally started a blog! I'll talk about belly dance, of course, but also other stuff that floats my boat, like yoga, healthy eating, etc.

Please check it out/follow/subscribe! http://bellyartsmama.blogspot.com/

Does anyone else have a blog??? Would love to check it out!
Narah

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Last day to Pre-Reg....

2009-03-08T15:28:37Z

Today is the last day for Early Bird registration for the Elizabeth Strong workshops!!! Don't miss the opportunity to save a couple bucks and study with the lovely and talented Belly Dance Superstar!

Saturday, March 21, 2009 ~ Pittsburgh, PA
Hosted by Sadiqa - www.sadiqabellydance.com
Workshop venue: Sterling Yoga - www.sterlingyoga.com

Pre-reg today! www.karimerlina.com/elizabethstrong.html

Workshops:
Upper Egyptian Fusion - The more you know, the more confidently you will express your voice. This class provides a basis in Upper Egyptian repertoire, and then integrates traditional folkloric movements with Classic Egyptian and modern Tribal Fusion movements. This workshop is sure to broaden your repertoire and give you the chance to enjoy earthy, folkloric movements with Belly Dance.
10:30 to 12:30pm - $40 ($50)

Fancy Footwork of the Turkish Roman: This all levels workshop in Turkish Roman Dance will cover everything from toes to head, arms to belly. The styling's of Turkish Roman Dance are elusive and expressive. Enjoy, as you expand your dance vocabulary and explore the energizing 9/8 rhythm!
1:30 to 3:30pm - $40 ($50)

Both workshops: $70 ($90)

Start off the fun event by taking yoga with Sterling Painton
9 to 10:15am - $10 - www.sterlingyoga.com

Pre-reg today! www.karimerlina.com/elizabethstrong.html

Finish off the day with the fantastic evening performance Elegant Engagement featuring performances by Elizabeth Strong, Sadiqa, Narah, Hot Lunch, The Sparkle Gang, Neseli and more!!! Show will be held at the 3rd Street Gallery in Carnegie www.3rdstreetgallery.net. Purchase tickets for this intimate setting while still available.
7:30pm - $15 - light refreshments

Pre-reg today! www.karimerlina.com/elizabethstrong.html

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Sat April 4 show - wanna dance?

2009-03-05T14:51:43Z

Samadhi is hosting a big show at the LaBelle Theater in South Charleston on Satuday, April 4. Onca from North Carolina will be the "headlining act" but we'd love to have all the local teachers bring their students and show them off! Drummers, you're welcome too!

(as with every workshop/show combo, you must attend the workshop to perform in the show)

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Only 5 more days for early bird registration - Elizabeth Strong - Pittsburgh, PA!!

2009-03-03T19:32:17Z

Early Bird registration for the Elizabeth Strong workshops officially ends on March 8, 2009. Don't miss the opportunity to save a couple bucks and study with the lovely and talented Belly Dance Superstar!

Saturday, March 21, 2009 ~ Pittsburgh, PA
Hosted by Sadiqa - www.sadiqabellydance.com
Workshop venue: Sterling Yoga - www.sterlingyoga.com

Pre-reg today! http://www.karimerlina.com/elizabethstrong.html

Workshops:
Upper Egyptian Fusion - The more you know, the more confidently you will express your voice. This class provides a basis in Upper Egyptian repertoire, and then integrates traditional folkloric movements with Classic Egyptian and modern Tribal Fusion movements. This workshop is sure to broaden your repertoire and give you the chance to enjoy earthy, folkloric movements with Belly Dance.
10:30 to 12:30pm - $40 ($50)

Fancy Footwork of the Turkish Roman: This all levels workshop in Turkish Roman Dance will cover everything from toes to head, arms to belly. The styling's of Turkish Roman Dance are elusive and expressive. Enjoy, as you expand your dance vocabulary and explore the energizing 9/8 rhythm!
1:30 to 3:30pm - $40 ($50)

Both workshops: $70 ($90)

Start off the fun event by taking yoga with Sterling Painton
9 to 10:15am - $10 - www.sterlingyoga.com

Pre-reg today! http://www.karimerlina.com/elizabethstrong.html

Finish off the day with the fantastic evening performance Elegant Engagement featuring performances by Elizabeth Strong, Sadiqa, Narah and more!!! Show will be held at the 3rd Street Gallery in Carnegie www.3rdstreetgallery.net. Purchase tickets for this intimate setting while still available.
7:30pm - $15 - light refreshments

Pre-reg today! http://www.karimerlina.com/elizabethstrong.html

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To whom it may concern

2009-02-23T03:25:35Z

I would like to thank all of you who were in Beckley last weekend. It really made me step back and appreciate what we have all created here. And it's a beautiful thing. So I decided to turn down the job i have been waiting on in colorado. I went today and registered a new non profit organization. The West Virginia World Music Education Cooperative. It's purpose is to help foster cultural understanding and awareness in WV schools. So i guess i'm not going anywhere after all. If any of you work in schools and would like information please get ahold of me. And to everyone else, thanks again.

davi

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A finally well Saffa Nawal humbly says "thank you"

2009-02-22T05:23:24Z

First of all I want to apologize for not doing this before - as you could hear at the hafla I was all croupy and icky sounding and a couple of days after the show that icky flu bug that has been going around finally hit, so I have been out of commission for a few days. I even missed some work and I never miss work.

I was awed, amazed, and humbled by all the love, support, and camaraderie in that theater that night. As a new-ish teacher and troupe director throwing her first ever event I could not have asked for a better show. I have to say that one of my favorite memories of that night was going upstairs and seeing our dance studio chock full of dancers. I tried not to show it but I got a little weepy/vklempt and was totally feeling the love and the sisterhood that that room that night.

It was a good crowd and an awesome bunch of dancers. I love going to shows that have all sorts of BD, not one type over and over. I love that our dance can be so different but so inclusive at the same time. I find beauty in all sorts of styles of BD and I was happy to have so many fabulous ladies representing so many styles.

I have several thank yous to say:

First of all, huge huge huge thanks to my chock full of patience sister Suzie. She never got to get away from this because we share a house, so if we were home or together the topic of discussion was the show. 24-7, baby! She helped plan and organize. She worked on promo materials and ideas. She and "Troupe Husband" Vernon Haltom decorated the stage area. She is our costume mistress for both my regular and student companies and she made the fabulous red and silver costumes that Hadrah wore. I literally could not have done it without her.

Another lady due huge huge huge thanks is my dance sister Beth A. aka Pixie. Lady, you stepped up and you kicked ass. You rocked your local community connections and helped to get the civilian population in Beckley (especially at the YMCA) excited about our dance. Your program and flyer design was quietly elegant. You had fabulous ideas and implemented them so well. Again I literally could not have done it without you.

To the ladies of Hadrah/ZZ, it was a lot of hard work and I am so proud of you. You knocked it out of the ballpark. Especially Miki, Seby, and Mel - for it to be your first performance you were pretty fabulous. Beth G., you will be dancing next time! You are a champion "shh-er," though - downstairs would not have ran as smoothly as it did without you. Everyone has something going on - school, work, family - but you ladies gave it your all and I appreciate all the time and hard work you gave our routine. I love all you ladies with all my heart. I am so very lucky you are all a part of my life and I am honored that you let me be a part of yours. And thank you for not killing me. Lack of death is a good thing.

What's Shakin'? I got one word for your number - DAMN! You ladies rocked. I love good cabaret and that routine was fabulous and beautifully executed. Michelle, you should hire yourself out as a choreographer because that routine was simple yet elegant.

Samadhi - I have heard too many cab dancers moan "I don't like tribal, it's boring!" No, it's not, not if it is done well. And you ladies do it very very well. Earthy serpentine movements and crisp ensemble work mixed with playful hips is tribal at its best.

Samadhi Students - if I had not know you were students I would have thought that Amira had two main troupes. I have a special place in my heart for tribal and especially your group because you ladies worked that audience! You translated your joy to each audience member with a look, a gesture, a presence that was unmistakably unique and inspiring.

April - again DAMN! . I had never seen you dance before Amira's last Halloween hafla but you blew me away with the elegance of your dark fusion. You have charisma when you dance. Your audience was captivated by you. I think some of the civilians in the audience did not know what to expect when the music started but you drew them into your web and kept them there. Awesome.

M'Ali and Kaileena - I know I can always trust the both of you for solid stellar performances. You never fail me. You 2 are perfect examples of dancers who can combine femininity, confidence, and strength. Kaileena, I just wish Tashina hadn't pulled that hamstring so that we could have seen the routine you 2 were planning on doing.

Pandora aka "Slash the BDer," you know how proud I am of you. When you dance the playfulness of your soul shines through. I love you, man! And thank you for "loaning us" your brother Benji, the ever fabulous sound man. The event would not have been the same without his professional sound and his awesome after-show margarita drinking skills.

Amira, you were my sounding board as I worked on this show. You kept asking me "what can I do?" You listened to me whimper and whine and you cheered me on and kept reminding me that I could do it. Thank you so much for your love, friendship, and support. I appreciate you more than you will ever know.

Jenna, thank you for stepping in at the last minute. I don't know if everyone realized you had taught a workshop that afternoon and then came up and danced! Oh, and you have a new fan in Tom (the good sport I plucked from the audience) who teaches yoga at our local YMCA. Mwwwhhhhaaa! (big kiss)

Our drummers. OMG the drummers. I didn't know you were coming until Amira told me. You helped turn our event from a good one to one made of awesome. And thanks for letting this raw beginner jam with you.

Danielle. You traveled so far to support us and to share your great skill and passion for our dance. Gracious and elegant and so full of spirit and of fun. I have a new dance idol now. You were the perfect ending to a perfect night. (Plus you put up with 2 Mann women - me and my SIL! Extra points for that!) Can't wait for the Turkish workshop!

Lastly, I want to thank Sandy and Amie, my 2 teachers. Without you, I would be nothing. You were my beginning and I owe you both so much. It meant a lot to me to see the 2 ladies who have been 2 of the biggest influences in my dance life (and my civilian one as well). I looked at the two of you and then at my students and saw my beginning and my future and got a little weepy/vklempt. Thank you so so much.

Oh, BTW, the last of our corporate contributions has came in. the total raised for Soliders' Memorial Theater Arts Centre was $600!

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Lineup for Art In Motion benefit show 2/7/09

2009-02-13T16:59:54Z

I apologize for not getting this posted last night but I will be honest. I fell asleep on the couch right after watching American Idol (They sent Donny Osmond’s son David home - how could they?!? - he was fabulous!!).

I need to know if you/your group will be beginning your routines on or off stage. Emailing me now would be fabulous, else tell the ladies at the check in desk.

I only had a couple of requests as to time or placement. Pixie and I did the placement and we tried to mix it up as to cab, tribal, or gothique. So here we go - the line-up for Saturday’s show:

Set One:
• Hadrah Dance Co
• What’s Shakin’ aka the MU BD club
• Samadhi Beginner Level 2
• April
• M’Ali
• Amira Nagi
• Kaileena

Set Two:
• Pandora
• Samadhi
• Pixie
• Saffa Nawal
• Jenna Brooke
• Danielle Donaldson

Odds and Ends:
• Go a question but not sure who to ask? Look for name tags! My ladies and crew will be wearing them!
• There will be an upstairs stage manager/costume mistress available in the group dressing room upstairs. Need help getting pinned into your costume? Hem came undone? See Suzie a.k.a. Iman Shadhir!
• The group dressing room features a 20 foot long mirror on one wall so mirror space should not be a problem. A small hand-held mirror for eyeliner is not a bad idea, though. There is a small restroom off the group dressing room.
• Can’t find something/someone downstairs? See stage manager Beth Gadsby a.k.a. “The Other Beth.” The 2 stage managers will also keep up with the running order of who is one stage and who should be ready.
• To avoid “belly dancer pile-ups” we ask that all performers enter the theater from the right side and exit the opposite side.
• Sound in the foyer of the theater carries forward into the audience so the stage managers might shush you.
• Water for performers will be available in the downstairs lobby.
• There will be a group photo after the last performer. Please stay in costume for the group photo.
• As there will be civilians there, please wear cover-ups over your costumes.
• Glitter - we have had a special request from the theater management - no thrown glitter. Body or makeup glitter is fine but please do not toss glitter as a special effect during your dance. It is hell to clean up.
• We had several requests for opening dancing so there will be open dancing after the group photo. Have a drum? Bring it!

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The perfect Valentine's Day gift....

2009-02-13T14:14:44Z

Workshops and evening show with Elizabeth Strong!!! Don't miss the opportunity to study with the lovely and talented Belly Dance Superstar!

Valentine's Day Special......Register February 13th or 14th and recieve a Sadiqa T-Shirt free (while supplies last)!!!
www.karimerlina.com/elizabethstrong.html

Details:
Saturday, March 21, 2009
- Workshops at Sterling Yoga www.sterlingyoga.com
- Evening performance featuring Elizabeth and members of the Pittsburgh Belly Dance Community at the 3rd Street Gallery
Hosted by Sadiqa
www.sadiqabellydance.com
**No refunds unless the event is cancelled**

Workshops:
10:30 to 12:30pm - Upper Egyptian Fusion - The more you know, the more confidently you will express your voice. This class provides a basis in Upper Egyptian repertoire, and then integrates traditional folkloric movements with Classic Egyptian and modern Tribal Fusion movements. This workshop is sure to broaden your repertoire and give you the chance to enjoy earthy, folkloric movements with Belly Dance. $40($50)

1:30 to 3:30pm - Fancy Footwork of the Turkish Roman: This all levels workshop in Turkish Roman Dance will cover everything from toes to head, arms to belly. The styling's of Turkish Roman Dance are elusive and expressive. Enjoy, as you expand your dance vocabulary and explore the energizing 9/8 rhythm!
$40($50)

Both workshops: $70($90)

Evening show with light refreshments: $15

Start off the fun event by taking yoga with Sterling Painton - $10
9 to 10:15am. www.sterlingyoga.com

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Elizabeth Strong in Pittsburgh, PA - 3/21/09 - register today!

2009-02-01T21:17:43Z

Early Bird registration for the Elizabeth Strong workshops officially starts today! Don't miss the opportunity to study with the lovely and talented Belly Dance Superstar!

Details:
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Pittsburgh, PA
Hosted by Sadiqa
www.sadiqabellydance.com

Workshops:
Upper Egyptian Fusion - The more you know, the more confidently you will express your voice. This class provides a basis in Upper Egyptian repertoire, and then integrates traditional folkloric movements with Classic Egyptian and modern Tribal Fusion movements. This workshop is sure to broaden your repertoire and give you the chance to enjoy earthy, folkloric movements with Belly Dance. 10:30 to 12:30pm - $40 ($50)

Fancy Footwork of the Turkish Roman: This all levels workshop in Turkish Roman Dance will cover everything from toes to head, arms to belly. The styling's of Turkish Roman Dance are elusive and expressive. Enjoy, as you expand your dance vocabulary and explore the energizing 9/8 rhythm! 1:30 to 3:30pm - $40 ($50)

Both workshops: $70 ($90)

Start off the fun event by taking yoga with Sterling Painton - $10
9 to 10:15am. www.sterlingyoga.com

Pre-reg today! http://www.karimerlina.com/elizabethstrong.html

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Great news!!!!

2009-01-26T18:10:15Z

I just checked my email and (ahem) guess who will be a special guest on the Rick & Lola morning show on WCIR (FM 103.7) Feb 6???? I will get to promote the fundraiser/recital/hafla on the air!!!!!!

Morning drive time, baby!!!!!!

Lola even wants me to do an on air lesson with her that they will put up on the station website!

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Belly Dance Dolls now on my site

2009-01-22T20:53:05Z

I finally got some dolls up on my website. If your interested, please contact me.
www.mysticegyptbellydance.com

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new beginner and ATS classes, Gilded Serpent Article (Yoga and Belly Dance) by Narah

2009-01-21T04:34:06Z

Salaam!

*The new Beginner Belly Dance classes will be held in the Beautiful E. Moore Hall Dance Studio!!! Take advantage of this convenient and gorgeous location to learn the Basics of Belly Dance!

ages 13 and up!
Six weeks, February 17 - March 31
(no class – March 17)
Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:00p.m.
E. Moore Hall Dance Studio
Cost: $60.00

Students will learn basic posture and foundational
technique of the ancient art of belly dance. Each
class begins with a yoga warmup and continues with
a fun and thorough break down of basic movements
which set the foundation for a beautiful and empower-
ing art form. Narah will often guide students through
a series of movements and combinations, keeping
the energy up and teaching them how all those basic
moves make a dance.

No experience necessary!

Find the brochure/register at http://communityarts.wvu.edu/

*American Tribal Style Belly Dance Classes!!! An amazing system of leading and following with core movements outside of the basic repertoire of Belly Dance. If you have had at least one cycle of Basic/ Beginner Belly Dance classes and are interested in learning new moves and concepts for putting all those moves together, contact Narah! email Narah@TribalBellyDance.net or call 304-276-DANCE! 6 weeks/$60 Start date and location TBA depending on interest! For more on American Tribal Style, see www.fcbd.com , including a video of the costumes, music and movements in motion.

*New article by Narah on Gilded Serpent!!! Connections: Yoga and Belly Dance - http://www.gildedserpent.com/art46/narahyogabd.htm

~Narah
www.TribalBellyDance.net

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Beckley hafla/recital/fundraiser -- lastest info

2009-01-18T23:49:26Z

Please look at http://wvbellydance.ning.com/forum for several new discussions regarding the Beckley show.

Thanks!

Saffa

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March 6 Bellydance Superstars Discount Tickets through NCBellydance.org

2009-01-12T22:02:16Z

I hadn't seen this on any of the WV lists so I thought I would pass it on:

NCBellydance.org is coordinating a block reservation for the March 6 Bellydance Superstars tour in Durham.

Haala can get $5 off the regular price: $27 each.

Because she already has over 50 people expressing interest, we will also get access to one of their ballrooms for a pre-show get-together. It will be like having our own mini-hafla at the show!

She needs to receive your payment NO LATER than Saturday, January 17 so that she can in turn send payment to the Carolina Theater. They have already invoiced me, but indicated she can add more people as needed.

If you are interested, join the Google group Haala created to coordinate things:
http://groups.google.com/group/nc-bellydancesuperstars-armada

And then visit the discussions to get more information about where to send your payment and all the other things we're discussing there.

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new student in Charleston, looking for community...

2009-01-11T02:44:47Z

Hi--I'm moving to Charleston (from Ohio) at the end of December and REALLY can't wait to get into a class in that area. Any information about classes anywhere near there starting up in January? I'm interested in Tribal in particular, but I'd like info and recommendations on whatever is happening in the WV bellydance community.
Lila xoxo

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dave-stock and paula-palooza

2009-01-02T18:18:54Z

so we are having a joint get together january 2nd at 303 dunbar ave in dunbar for paula's birthday and my moving to alaska. for those of you who dont know yet, im moving to alaska in january so for those of you who enjoy live drumming this will be my last hurrah (huzzah) around here. so please, anyone who wants to come, you are invited. NOTE: THIS WILL NOT BE CHILD FRIENDLY. you have been warned. so bring a covered dish if you can, and bring your own drinks. and shake it till it shakes no more.

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Merry Christmas to all

2008-12-24T00:55:51Z

Merry Christmas to my my wonderful belly friends!
And to all those guys who are great with their hands...on drums I mean!
Hoping you and yours have a wonderful holiday!

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new wvu site

2008-12-23T05:38:21Z

Hi all,
The WVU belly dance club site is overhauled. It actually has some info now. Please check it out and let me know if there is anything you would like to see. I would love to put up more links, videos of local dancers, etc, so let me know (: I was working on it at 2am - so I am sure I left many things out! please send me links to your websites if I don't have them - and let me know about any events that are coming up in the next month or so.
www.wvubellydance.com

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Holidays

2008-11-30T17:27:36Z

Ok it has been really quiet these past few weeks on here it seems. So, what's everyone doing for the holidays with their dancin'?

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Halloween

2008-10-30T13:36:29Z

WHEW! Finally I was able to go to the Samadhi Halloween hafla and it was fun! :-) I was sad because I had to leave early and I felt like a major ass for doing so, but other than that it was coooool. Here's to hoping it comes around again next year!

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Zafira Hosts Mezmer Society in Pittsburgh!!!

2008-10-29T21:14:51Z

Mezmer Society Workshop Earlybird ends Oct 31st!!!!

www.zafiradance.com/mezmer.html

plus we have a kick ass line up for the show, our third installment of....

Vaudeville Carnival (trois)
Rex Theater
Sat Nov. 29
8 pm
$10/ 15 Advance/ Door
*UNDER 21 MUST BRING A REAL PARENT!

w/
Mezmer Society NC (luscious cabaret & balkan ruckus)
Mavi of Romka DC (haunting Kali dance)
Belladonna and Kendra DC (gender bending drag theater)
Mr. Arm of the Secret Society of Odd Acquisitions PA (house-of-wonders sculpture and photography)
Mizz. Phat Mandee with her Phabulous voice
Mr. Buddy Nutt , the one man band- will be bringing back his musical saw
and of your hostesses Zafira PA (with some new performances for our fellow Yinzers)

www.zafiradance.com/mezmer.html

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WVU belly dance club

2008-10-29T12:01:34Z

Hi everyone. It is official, we are starting a WVU belly dance club. The idea will be to just get together once a month and learn (watch videos, discuss history, costuming, music, have people come in and talk about zills and drumming, drill moves, etc). The first meeting is Monday, November 3rd at 7pm in room 3306 of the Life Sciences Building computer lab. This is open to anyone in the community, you just have to be a student to be an officer. Hope to see you all there!

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Bellydance @ Marshall University :-)

2008-10-22T00:23:54Z

Student Club Info:

The MU girls are currently getting their paperwork done to re-start the student club for this year. So far, there are 28 members. This is open to any Marshall student, staff, or faculty member. We hope to meet once a week (it's looking like Monday evenings) to dance and have fun. It's my secret hope that some of them will be dedicated and interested enough to dance at area events. :-) I will update this when meeting times are set, in case anyone wants to come!

Fitness Classes:

I'm currently teaching bellydance as a fitness class through MU's recreational sports office. All fitness classes are free for students, faculty, and staff, and $3/ session for community members. This is set through recreational sports; their website with further information is: http://www.marshall.edu/recsport/fitness.htm and here is their schedule of classes: http://www.marshall.edu/recsport/pdf/fallfitness.pdf
Bellydance is every Tuesday and Thursday nights at 8:30pm, in Henderson level A, room 1029. The room is down a long, skinny hallway where the old racquetball courts are found.

I am very excited to say that the first few weeks of classes have been amazing! I've had between 17 and 23 people each class, most of them brand new to bellydance, and lots of repeats coming back. I've been telling them about the upcoming Halloween hafla in Teays Valley, so hopefully I'll get a lot of them to come. :-)

Would anyone like me to make your class information available to them? I'm currently working on a website, and I don't mind taking little flyers or info cards to classes. Maybe you could email me something to print? The purpose of these classes are to introduce basic bellydance and get them excited about it, but since it's a drop-in only class (not a given set of people registering for X weeks), I can't really build into specific choreographies for them to perform, as one might do in a traditional dance class. I'd be happy to promote your classes, too.

What I've been doing thus far is talking a bit about bellydance, warming up, teaching and reteaching basic posture, and then doing a different set of basic dance vocabulary (a few for upper body, a few for lower body) each time, ending with small combos. My goal is to keep them moving, provide a variety of moves, make them feel like they are "Really Bellydancing! (tm)," and emphasize good beginning technique-- without unduly overwhelming them, given the constraints of the class structure. I'm hoping to keep a balance between "starting over" with new people each class while keeping it interesting for repeats. Suggestions are welcome. haha One major problem I've noticed is that everyone stops dancing when I stop, and if I look at them, they appear to be on the verge of run, run, running away. Any suggestions on calming the nerves of brand new dancers? .... vodka?

This post is far too long. :-)

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http://wvbellydance.ning.com/

2008-10-19T12:33:54Z

Tribe is so unstable. Ning takes a little getting used to, but it is working well.

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In case tribe commits suicide...

2008-10-18T20:06:55Z

http://triberfugeebellydancers.ning.com/group/westvirginiabellydance I've created our own group on the triberefugee website.

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Please send calender info to a WV Bellydance calendar maintainer

2008-10-17T21:48:33Z

Amira and I talked about it and based on convesations I have had with Haala who runs the NC Bellydance website, we kind of agreed that we limit the people with access. We agreed to only have about 4 people who could enter information into the calender - kind of a representative from each major geographical area and/or type of dance. It's nothing personal it's just with limited people doing the data entry, some "quality control" can be kept.

Also with 3-4 maintainers if someone's life gets busy they just have to forward an email to another maintainer to do the entry. Haala in NC has 2 helpers that do entry with her.

Currently I have the password to the calendar and so does Amira.

If you prefer to deal with someone in particular email that person direct or you can send it wvbellydance@yahoo.com - I check that email weekly. Or you can email me directly at hadrah_dance@verizon.net

(I went with a yahoo email address because Yahoo has been around forever, hasn't changed hands or been sold off or changed/added domain names, and the email interface is simple enough for anyone to use. Also with a web-based email address, if the maintainers change or whatever, it's easy to just pass along the info and change maintainers. I mean, hey, I could get killed in a car wreck tommorrow but all that info doesn't have to be lost.)

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Who's claiming what month?

2008-10-17T21:46:38Z

With the post about keeping events adequately spaced out, we all need to know what events are going on. Please post what annual events everyone has so that we don't accidentally plan things on top of one another. I know we cannot keep people from scheduling big events over top of ours, but at least if we know about them, we can make every effort to schedule events that won't conflict with someone elses.

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What would surprise us about you?

2008-10-17T17:29:33Z

When Kali said in another post that she didn't realize I had a business degree I was surprised. But I bet there are lots of things that we don't know about each other. What don't we know about you? What's your "day job"? Do you have another crazy hobby other than belly dancing? What would surprise us?

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in case tribe crashes...again!

2008-10-13T15:16:56Z

Hey everyone,
There are two groups on Facebook - WV belly dance and West Virginia belly dancers. Facebook is a little different than tribe, but I am wondering if tribe will be around much longer considering all of the problems they seem to be having, so I wanted to make sure you all knew about the other groups!

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TribeO - WV style

2008-10-07T01:26:40Z

I have been reading through all the events of the Hafla au Naturale and I am feeling emotionally exhausted just from reading, so I am probably going to regret what I am about to propose, but reading some of the descriptions gave me an idea. Wouldn't it be great to have a Tribe Original style event here in WV? We have so many great groups and teachers in our area, plus we could bring dancers from elsewhere in and they would get a chance to experience and enjoy the beauty of our state. So yeah, I think that would be really great, but I have no idea how to even begin organizing something of that sort nor do I have the time to be the sole organizer. So I am throwing the idea out there in the hopes that someone with more experience will be interested. I would be glad to help out in any way I can if anyone has an interest in putting together something like this, so let me know.

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Hafla au Naturale

2008-10-07T01:01:06Z

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Moria Chappell in St. Albans, WV Oct. 11

2008-10-06T19:39:07Z

Join Jenna Brooke Smith Saturday, October 11 as she brings Moria Chappell to St. Albans, WV for a workshop and show!

Moria will be teaching her intense Tribal Belly Dance Boot Camp in which students will learn the drills and exercises for intense muscular isolation, 4 different shaped shimmies, and conditioning to develop the glutes for crisp hip work. Hip, head, belly, chest and shoulder isolations will be drilled as well as fluid transition from move to move and traveling with isolation. Fundamental spinning technique will also be covered such as spot turns, paddle turns and cross-step turns. Combos, posture, fluid arms and creative poses will be highlighted as the days' workshop culminates in a tribal fusion choreography. Students will learn the tribal technique of stretching, toning, and drilling to gain muscular technique that places the dancer in control of their body as well as variations on classic tribal combinations. Also, students will learn costuming secrets for the stage! All levels are encouraged to attend! 

Workshop Location: Ayash Sports Complex, 2400 Kanawha Terrace, St. Albans, WV 25177
Time: Registration 9:00-10:00, Workshop begins 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1 hour break for lunch, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Cost: Early Bird Special - $75 (includes price of show) by September 8, $80 (includes price of show) Sept. 9 - Oct. 10, $85 at the door.

Saturday night there will be a show! For those of you interested in performing, let me know (dancers must attend workshop in order to perform).

For more information and to pre-register, contact Jenna at redcrow@suddenlink.net

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Grand Opening Oct 4 Samadhi Studio & Store

2008-10-06T11:08:44Z

It's official - we're opening a new studio and store in Hurricane. I will be working my butt of this coming week to get everything ready to have a grand opening on Saturday, October 4. We're planning a party from 8-10 pm where we will dance, drum and get silly. No performances or anything, just a friendly gathering. I will be heading to the Blue Parrot immediately following the party to see a friend's band play, so I'd love for some of you to join us for that as well.

I finally got my items from Firefly Style, such as fly pants, wrap cholis, garter pants, and hot pants. We also have Kuchi jewelry, bindis, 25 yard skirts, pantaloons, fringe belts, cholis and lots of other stuff.

The address is 2731 Main Street in Hurricane. It's 2 doors down from the Ferguson Tea Room in the business district of Hurricane.

Here it goes - this is NOT a family friendly event. Please do NOT bring your children. This is open to anyone and everyone. We are not providing alcohol, however, you may bring your own.

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Kali & Tribal Desires featured in Zaghareet

2008-10-03T20:22:42Z

I was so excited to see a article featuring an interview with Kali in this latest issue of Zaghareet. So, the last two issues have featured West Virginia dancers. This is so very exciting!!
The interview with Kali was very good, btw. Kali, you express yourself and your vision so very well!!
Much love to you and all your lovely dancers!!

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Halloween Show Fri Oct 24

2008-10-01T12:40:08Z

This has been changed from Saturday to Friday. It will be at the Pour House. I hope this doesn't mess up anyone's plans especially those of you who are coming in from out of town. The show will probably begin at 10 pm, so let me know if you need to be before or after any certain time.

I have not made up the schedule yet, so let me know if there are any other dancers who would like to perform. The more the merrier!!!

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my 2 cents...

2008-10-01T00:40:50Z

The interview I did of Kali was one of the easiest, most enjoyable to date! (Give me a woman with a sense of humor every time!!!)

Actually, we need to thank Alexandria (of Beckley) for bringing us together...recommending Kali to me. (Talk about a sense of humor!)

And hang on to your hip scarves because the next issue of Zag has another WV dancer interviewed---Narah.

Happy dancin'

John

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Shimmy 3 - Pittsburgh, PA - tickets on sale now!!

2008-09-29T22:44:53Z

Hosted by Sadiqa ~ www.sadiqabellydance.com
Shimmy 3 - Pittsburgh's Annual Student/Teacher Belly Dance Exhibition
Saturday, October 11th - 7:00pm
Venue: Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall - Carnegie, PA
www.carnegiecarnegie.com

ADVANCED TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!! $10
Paypal: http://www.yogaandbellydance.com/shimmy3.html
For cash or check contact: sadiqa@sadiqabellydance.com

At the door: $15
Children 12 and under: $5

For more details and tickets:
http://www.yogaandbellydance.com/shimmy3.html

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Calling all WV belly dancers: Culturefest

2008-09-24T21:53:22Z

Any belly dancer that comes to Culturefest in costume gets 50% off their ticket!!!

Visit www.culturefestwv.com to see what is up for this awesome multicultural music & arts festival this year...

Questions? Call 304-320-8833

Hope to see you in September!

Lori

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TribeO or Bust!!!

2008-09-18T01:34:16Z

OMG we're leaving for Triboriginal tomorrow and I'm feeling a little unprepared. Chavi and I were on the phone last night laughing about her scribbled list on an envelope and my fully-organized typed -out-in-excel packing lists. Even with my over-organization I'm still sure to leave something necessary at home. It's just my nature. Anyway, anyone have any good ideas on food to take that's not just snacky crap, but that doesn't need refrigeration, cooking etc? I know that food is provided but I heard that last year the choices were not great if you're a boring plain all American eater like me.

I'm excited to get to see all my "old" friends again and meet the couple new girls that are going with our group that I haven't met yet. This is my first year going, so I'm a newbie to TribeO, but the classes look great and the company will be fabulous!

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Contact Information

2008-09-15T20:26:14Z

Quick! Can we share email contact information in case Tribe goes down forever?

I can be reached at swanstar at verizon dot net

Swan

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Moria Show

2008-09-14T15:47:41Z

Since we have lots of Halloween lovers, I've decided to call the show after the Moria workshop "Haunting Beauties of Bellydance". If you're attending the workshop, and you want to perform....please don't feel like you HAVE to do a monster mash. If you wanna do a traditional piece or something more modern, but not scary, or anything else...that's totally cool n the gang. We gon' have a good time whether we be brainless zombies, one-eyed pirates, two toothed gypsies, trixy pixies, armless robbers, gang bangin bellydance beee-ahtches. Awe yeah!

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Muchas Gracias!

2008-09-12T15:31:33Z

I send a huge thanks to everyone who poured their spirit into Hafla au Naturale this weekend. You guys made it a huge success! How awesome to commune with Nature and a beautiful group of people. I look forward to doing it again in the near future! There will be many more of these events to come! Plus, I'm gonna come visit many of you...look out ; )

I know there are some fabulous pics just waiting to be uploaded from many a camera...I look forward to reminiscing...

XOXO

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Caravan Eclectique at Pullman Square!!!

2008-09-11T19:56:25Z

Hey gals. Tonya's troupe is performing at Pullman Square in Huntington for the midnight release of Brisingr, the last book in Christopher Paolini's Inheritance Trilogy on Sept. 19th at 10:30 pm. (The first two books were Eragon, Eldest) Just wanted to drop a line in case anyone wanted to see the Huntington Bellies in action!

Peace and Shimmies,
Noodle :-p

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Events with Sadiqa - September and October 2008 - Morgantown and Pittsburgh!!

2008-09-01T15:14:24Z

Friday, September 5th ~ 7pm
Carnegie Arts and Heritage Festival
Featuring performances by Sadiqa and 3rd Street Belly Dance
http://www.carnegieartsandheritage.com/music.html

Saturday, September 6th ~ Noon - Morgantown, WV - REGISTER TODAY!
Workshops with Kari and Narah
http://www.tribalbellydance.net/workshops.htm

Friday, September 12th and Saturday, September 13th - 7pm - REGISTER TODAY!
Belly of Gold - A Belly Dance Dinner Theatre
Featuring performances by Sadiqa and 3rd Street Belly Dance
http://www.3rdstreetgallery.net/bellydance.htm

Saturday, October 11th - 7pm
Shimmy 3 - Sadiqa's Annual Student/Teacher Exhibition
Tickets available this week!! Check site for details.
http://www.yogaandbellydance.com/shimmy3.html

Saturday, October 25th - Sacramento, CA
Unmata's Blood Moon Regale - Disease 101
Sadiqa has SCARLET FEVER!!
http://www.unmata.com/

Friday, October 31st
Khafif's Halloween Hafla
http://www.khafif.com/khafif/Schedule.html

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Hafla au Naturale (info all in one place so out-of-towners can print it off easier)

2008-08-29T16:47:00Z

That's right...we're takin it back to Mother Nature, and we want you to come!!!

When: Fri. and Sat. August 29-30.

Where: Shrewsbury Campsite in Kanawha State Forest (close to Charleston, WV) located behind the pool.

Cost: $5 per person per night

Join us for camping (primitive tent or camper...no electric hook ups), hiking, yoga, belly dancing, drumming, and more. "Check in" is around 1 pm on Friday, and we gotta be outta the site around the same time on Sunday.

Contact Jenna or Davi to pre-register. We need to know how many people are coming in order to make proper arrangements.

Bring/wear your belly dance, gypsy, pirate, hippy, yoga garb...Also bring zils, drums, guitars, flutes, kazoos, other instruments, swords (for dancing of course), veils, hula hoops, juggling balls, and other hippy gear. Oh yeah, don't forget food, drink, ice, other camping items. Alcohol is prohibited in the forest...sooo we'll get high on life : )

Be prepared to have a good time!

Please respect the Earth by keeping her clean and respecting her beauty (no destruction of the Great Mother!) Let's offer her healing instead!!

Furry babies and human babies are welcome!

To pre-reigster, send Jenna Brooke a message that you want to pre-register giving the names of everyone who will be in attendace, how many nights you're all planning to stay, and the total amount of payment. Write a check or money order to Blue Pearl and mail it to the following:

Blue Pearl, 224 Grosscup Ave., Dunbar, WV 25064

When you send me the check, please include a note stating what and who it is for...also include a phone number where I can reach you just in case.

Example:

Boom Boom Belly Dancer - 2 nights Kan. State Forest 304-555-1234
Bam Bam Drummer - 1 night Kan. State Forest 304-612-5471

Total - $15

To find the campsite:
It's not hard to find. You drive into the forest and go straight until you see the sign for the pool (which is no longer open, but hopefully the sign will still be there)-coming in from the Loudendale/South Hills end, the turnoff will be on your left. You turn into the pool parking lot-it's huge, larger then the other shelter lots. You drive straight back to the pool-you can park there and walk back to the camp site behind the pool, or you can drive-it's kind of narrow, but I've gotten a mini van back there with no problem. If you see the stables, you went to far. Turn around and go back a little ways. There should be signs for both the pool and the Shrewsbury site.

BTW-the gates to the forest entrance (and exit) are locked at 10PM-just in case that's relevant to someone. Sheleh will probably be there in the evening, but will probably drive home before 10PM, since she lives really close by.

Don’t forget Regatta is going on that weekend as well.

Here's the map and directions that are posted on the Kan. State Forest website.

www.kanawhastateforest.com/location.html

Jenna Brook will have some signs of some sort telling you where Shrewsbury is. Once inside the campground you drive a couple miles until you see a sign that mentions the "CCC" Turn left. You'll enter a huge parking lot. At the end of the parking lot is a brown building (pool house). You'll drive down the little road to the left of the pool house and there we be! Cell phones don't work in the woods. It's really easy to find.
For anyone that is going to come in after 10pm, you can put a $5 deposit on a key, they give you your money back when you turn the key in.

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Sadiqa's Kari Merlina teaches Flamenco elements for Belly Dance and Narah's Bodacious Belly Dance combos n layers September 6th!

2008-08-21T05:02:37Z

The Next Bodacious Belly Dance Moves, Combos and Unique Layers for Tribal Fusion Belly Dance
We didn't get to cover all the material last time, so join us to spice up your solos or troupe numbers with these most excellent moves and combinations. Narah's original ideas will keep you moving through improvisation, add dynamics to any choreography and bring out the best in Improvisational Choreography.
Also...
Keep your Belly Dance prowess fresh with these unique layers. It is doubtful that you have seen them in other workshops... (you'll have to come to find out ;) ). We will break them down so you can drill properly. You'll have great party tricks after this workshop! Be sure to practice those foundational movements beforehand! You can use the Narah and Jala Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Technical Foundation Instructional DVD, available in the market place. Beginners welcome, but it is going to be an advanced paced workshop, so enjoy the challenge!

September 6th
$25 in advance; $35 at the door
Morgantown, WV
further details TBA

Also September 6th, Kari Merlina, director of Sadiqa, will teach Flamenco Elements for Belly Dancers! Kari is a trained Flamenco dancer as well as a Belly Dancer! She will give you an introduction to Flamenco as well as teach a short choreography to allow you to seamlessly blend the two dances together! Do not miss this opportunity!
same location as Narah's Bodacious Bell Dance workshop! Further details TBA!

Payments accepted: Pay Pal to Narah@TribalBellyDance.net (please add $2 to cover fees)

If you do not have a Pay Pal account, you can still use your credit card. When you go to the Pay Pal page, there will be a small-font statement saying something like "don't have a Pay Pal account?" or "use your credit card to send money". Click on it and fill out the form.
Or check/money order to:
Kimberly Minardi
1008 Summers School Rd.
Morgantown, WV 26508
Please check the website or join our mailing list to stay updated.
www.tribalbellydance.net

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Postponing Onca's Workshop

2008-08-18T21:24:08Z

For those of you who did not get my email, here's what I sent:

"Since Jenna scheduled Moria to come to town 2 weeks before Onca's workshop, I am postponing Onca's. I would like for all the area dancers to be able to attend both events and I knew that being 2 weeks apart would make that impossible for most. I am waiting for her to give me alternate dates, so I should have the new date in the next week.

I apologize to those of you who have already been working on your choreographies for the show, but we will still be having a Halloween show that night that you are welcome to participate in. It will likely be in a bar, so I know that some of you are not "down with that" and will choose to bow out - I completely understand that.

It's been weird being out of the loop for the last several months while I'm on my hiatus. I'm really looking forward to seeing everyone at Triboriginal and at Jenna's Kan. State Forest shindig. It seems like belly dancers are just coming out of the woodwork lately - I love it!"

I hope that didn't come off negative to Jenna, I didn't mean it to if it did. I fully support her bring Moria and I will definitely be at that workshop!

I'll post the new date as soon as it's decided.

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Forming a Tribe in Huntington

2008-08-14T04:13:23Z

Hey all, I have been thinking a lot about how nice it would be to have a troupe/tribe in Huntington, would love to have others to dance with, and assist in the creative side...anyone interested. We could meet on Sundays, when there is nobody at the studio but me...anyone interested, this invite is for dancers and drummers.

Peace,
Tonya

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Pennsic '08

2008-08-14T02:38:06Z

I posted a few pics on the Earth Movement Studio: http://tribes.tribe.net/earthmovementstudio/photos

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Fire Spinning in WV

2008-08-12T19:26:26Z

heyla,

hey just wondering if there is any fire spinners in WV. just having some wild thoughts.

shimmies,
tonya

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Huntington Mall

2008-08-12T15:22:02Z

heyla, I know this is short notice, but the Huntington Mall is having a dance event featuring studios from the area. Its 200 for a booth and 30 min of performance time. Last info I got was they have one spot open...just wondering and dreaming if there are any troupe, performers, teachers, who would like to do this, thus sharing in the expence and performance time...I also thought that we could put it under West Virginia bellydancers, and have information on Tribe, and information on classes and events in the state...just a thought.
peace,
tonya

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Amira in Zhagareet

2008-08-06T15:58:57Z

So, my issue of Zhagareet came in the mail today. I happily plopped myself down in my favorite chair to do a quick flip through of the magazine (while avoiding the pile of clean laundry begging to be folded), when, who should catch my eye but West Virginia's own Amira featured in an article by K-Lee. The article is actually entitled "Jennifer Rhyne - You do what!?", and focuses on how she fits her different professional personas in her life.
It is always so much fun to read about someone you know and love, but it is especially gratifying to see someone who has worked so hard given some recognition, so this was doubly fun for me to read.
Yeah Amira!!

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an exciting opportunity!!

2008-08-01T03:14:44Z

So I'm in my yoga certification class...I look up and guess who's there too...none other than Belly Dance Superstar Ms. Moria Chappell. So while shootin the shizzle with Ms. Moria, I asked her if she'd be willing to come to WV and teach a workshop. She said she could make it either this October or next August. Would you guys attend?

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Jenna on front page

2008-07-26T03:52:15Z

I just got back from a 2 week vacation and started going through all my mail and newspapers when Jenna's picture caught my eye. She was on the front page of Sunday's paper (oh, could have been last Sundays). I couldn't find it online to link, but I'm sure it's there somewhere. Check it out when you get a chance.

Congrats Jenna!

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Sherry is teaching in Lewisburg!

2008-07-24T14:40:57Z

Sherry Davenport is teaching a ten week Egyptian belly dance series in Lewisburg, WV!

July 14, 5:30 pm at the New River Technical and Community College Campus on Church Street.

Bindi Bellies K to 12 , 45 mins 10 week course only 75.00 dollars

6:30 pm, Adult 18 & up 1 hr 10 week course 100.00

The college does allow students to pay half now nad half later!

Sherry will post more information about how to register later....

This is a great opportunity for Moms to introduce their daughters to belly dance.

I'm so exicited,

Swan

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Taxim - student/teacher showcase and swap meet - this Friday!!

2008-07-15T02:29:42Z

Taxim - Friday, July 18th at Your Inner Vagabond
Featuring students and teachers of the tri-state area!
Swap meet too!!

Show starts at 7pm
$5 entrance fee

Your Inner Vagabond - Lawrenceville, PA
www.yourinnervagabond.com

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Belly Dance costumes on Sale on ebay

2008-07-11T03:40:00Z

I'm starting a new venture on ebay selling brand New Egyptian DEsigner costumes. Please check me out under seller name "bustanworood", or check out my first costume "Sensational professional belly dance costume DiamondRed"

You can reach me at fieldofroses1@hotmail.com if you have any questions, all costumes are made to fit for your measurements, costumes are 350-$400 on ebay. They usually retail for 550-600. Plus size dancers are welcome. the best part your purchase will benefit a non for profit, you can choose the one closest to you to be included in your sale.

Good luck, I look forward to working with all of you

Sincerely,

Bustan Worood

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It's that time again...

2008-07-07T01:46:48Z

FestivALL, ladies and gents! Charleston's growing art and music festival. It's actually already in progress...a two week affair! Come check out the vendors, local artisans, and talented performers.

Once again, Gypsy Rock Stars will be performing on the streets of Charleston. Where can you find us? On Capitol St. in front of Taylor Books. What time will we be strutting our stuff? This Saturday, 1 PM and 4 PM. Sunday 1PM and 3PM. And we invite all you wonderful belly dancers to dress your best and participate with us! We'll have open dance at the end of each set! Let's show Charleston the beauty of our belly dance community!

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Prepping for Performances..."Shay" Moore

2008-07-05T21:57:41Z

With Amira's Oct show coming up--and the invite of student performers--I thought I'd share this information that was posted by Shay Moore (with permission given to do so), Director of the awesome troupe Infusion!

I'm even going to post the "letter" with which she beings her "cheat sheet" because I found it just as encouraging and supportive as her guidelines.

Thanks again, Shay.

Enjoy, Everyone.

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Below is a little cheat-sheet I wrote about how to best prepare for a successful performance. Starting now, through the day of the performance, you can prepare yourself for a great show. Printing it out and sitting down and taking time to really read this and absorb the information would be a great way to get truly ready for your debut performance!

If you have any questions, or if there is anything I can do to make your first performance together more fun or fulfilling, please don't hesitate to let me know.

I am proud of you all, and can't wait to see you jam together!
Love,
Sharon

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THE WEEKS BEFORE
~ Play your music every chance you get.

~ Play your zills as much as you can. Relax with them. Make them something you are doing for fun and a challenge, instead of looking at them as something to fret about. The more "fun" you have with your zills, the easier they will be to play! Put on music other than your performance music and just jam. It did wonders for me when I was first learning, to help me relax and develop a positive relationship with my zills.

~ During down-time in your day, run through the piece in your head--marking out where you know you need to be and when in the songs.

~ Actively *visualize* yourself smiling and joyful, successfully performing for an enthusiastic audience. The power of visualization is amazing--believe you are capable of something, really *see* yourself achieving it, and you will do it. Most of my dance rehearsal happens in my head--lying in bed at night, I can get a good 4 run-throughs of a 15 minute set *in my head* (all stellar, of course ;) before I fall asleep. You may prefer to meditate over afternoon tea, or evening after work.

~ When possible, take some time at home dance by yourself to the music. It doesn't have to be performance perfect--just jam to it and get your body used to moving and responding to the music in the moment, paying attention to the changes and nuances of the melody that, when responded to in the moment, make a good performance great. Have fun with it! Visualize having that much fun and freedom on stage.

~ Find time to do a make-up and hair practice. The best way to find a successful look is to give yourself time to PLAY. Pour out all your scarves, flowers, and jewelry, and just tuck and pin and fluff and rearrange. Pull it all off and try again. Pull out your make-up (or go buy some) and try different applications on each half of your face to compare. Give yourself a good couple of hours just to experiment. If you have the time, schedule an appointment at the Mac counter to get a consultation. Tell them you are a bellydance performer, and you need a new look for a sunny summer stage, and see what they do. Even if you don't use it all, it's a great learning experience, and fun to be pampered a little bit.

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DRESS REHEARSAL NIGHT (the week prior to the performance)

~ Do your make-up and hair how you plan to wear it the night of the performance (as much as you are able)

~ Pack up all your costume elements (checklist below)

~ Bring along a little make-up bag with your eye color, lip color, and liner. This will give us the chance to evaluate your make-up, and discuss/try changes that night if needed.

~ Arrive a little early so you can change into your costume when you arrive, and be ready to rehearse right at 8pm. As soon as you get in the room, start a self-warm-up--I will have the music playing so you can start thinking through the performance. Then we will launch right into talking through and then running through the performance.

~ Bring something to change into once we have completed a couple full dress run-throughs. Usually just changing your top is helpful to cool down and keep from sweating up your costume while we get in another run-through or two.

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PERFORMANCE DAY

~ Make sure you get a good night's sleep, and are well-hydrated (combats fatigue and puffiness!)

~ Iron and de-lint your costume. Put your costume elements together early in the day to avoid a last-minute rush (costume checklist below). Put them near the door, so nothing gets left behind by accident.

~ Find a well-lit space, away from distractions (family et al), and start your make-up and hair. This "prettying up" for performance is a modern ritual of sorts--give it the time and attention it deserves. Allow yourself a few hours to do it--hair and make-up never want to behave when you are on a tight time-line, yet miraculously comes together in no time when you give yourself plenty of leeway! I suggest a good 3 hours to do your full hair and make-up. (As a pro, even I can take up to 2 hours...on a good day I take an hour to and hour-and-a-half.) **Listen to your music as you get ready--it helps to put yourself in a dance head-space.**

~ Don't fight bad hair--if your first try at making your hair and accessories behave isn't working, allow yourself to pull it all off and start over. Trying to fix a bad "build" is harder than just starting over--I speak from years of experience. When you've finished, toss your head around and make sure everything is staying in place.

~ When you're done with your preparations, make yourself a cup of tea and relax. Visualize a successful and fun time on stage with your dance sisters. Remember that the reason we do this is to share our joy in dance with each other and our audience. Let that positive thought fill you up as you head out the door to the venue.

~ Arrive at the venue at least 30 minutes before your performance time, 45 minutes is better. Check in with me so I know you have arrived. Head to the dressing room, get dressed and relax until your performance time (don't wrinkle your costume! ;).

~ Avoid negative self-talk, before, during, and after your performance. If you keep telling yourself and everyone around you how nervous you are, you are reinforcing your own nervousness and adding to theirs! Trust me, everyone is nervous and they know everyone else is, too. Instead, focus on the positive--talk about what you look forward to doing up there, how much fun it is to dance together, how loud and exuberant your dance sisters in the audience will be when your energy hits the stage, how beautiful everyone looks, and so on. **Remember, we are not "nervous", we are "anticipatory"!!**

~ When you exit the stage, make sure the first words out of your mouth are *positive*. **Never ever ever start by apologizing for mistakes, or groaning about this or that slip-up--remember, it's improv, baby!** It all works out, and we struggle through (nay, triumph over!) the tough bits together. Revel in your adrenaline rush, the sounds of the audience, the unexpected "kapows" that happened in the moment... Speak words of kindness and support to your sisters first and foremost, and remember "the words that come from your mouth, you're the first to hear." Give yourself the gift of uplifting thoughts and comments. Save the critical review for class time after the fact, when we focus on technique and cleaning up rough spots.

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Bellydance is Beautiful 3 - THIS Saturday - Pittsburgh, PA

2008-07-04T17:29:49Z

BellyDance Is Beautiful 3!

* Saturday July 5th, 2008

To BUY TICKETS:

www.zafiradance.com/bdib3.html

**Registration fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled**

Registered names for the show will be on a list at the door/no tickets
will be mailed

Venue:
Your Inner Vagabond!

Show time: doors 7:30/8PM show
Show fee: $10/$15 (door), paypal tax added

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Line-up:
FEATURING Your hostesses Zafira Dance Co members

Our Phabulous emcee Phat Mandee

The amazing local talents of:
Sadiqa!
Khafif!
Narah Bint Durr! (WV)
Melanie Wood from Kassar!
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Who wants to dance at Onca's show?

2008-07-02T20:04:15Z

Anyone up for dancing at Onca's show? It's Saturday, Oct 25 at the LaBelle Theater in South Charleston from 7-9 pm. It's a Halloween show, so costuming and music should fit the theme. With the time crunch, time only allows for seasoned dancers and it will be limited to troupes only, no solos. Teachers, if you have an intermediate class or a student troupe that you'd like to show off, they would be great. I intended to send many of you personal invites to perform, but time has gotten away from me and now I'm leaving on vacation in 3 days and I'm realizing I'm probably not going to get to that section of my to do list. I'll be back in town July 7. Yes, I'm silly enough to take my computer on vacation so I can check emails and tribe, so you'll see me posting back. Yeah, I know, I'm an idiot!

All the info is on the website at www.wvbellydance.com

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Pittsburgh Underground - Pittsburgh, PA - TONIGHT!!

2008-06-28T12:07:19Z

Pittsburgh Underground TONIGHT at 7pm.
Hosted by Sadiqa - www. sadiqabellydance. com
Venue: Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall
www. carnegiecarnegie. com
$15 at the door
- children 12 and under $5

Celebrating Pittsburgh's 250th birthday with music, spoken word and dance!

Featuring:
John Thomas Menesini - Spoken Word and our Master of Ceremonies!!
Haywood and friends - Jazz
Trini and Sean - Tango
Balafon - West African Music and Dance
B.J. York - Music and Flamenco Dance
Margot B. Dance Company - Hip Hop Dance
Cultivator - Reggae
Ishtar - Turkish Bellyrock
Icarus Witch - Rock
Sadiqa - Belly Dance

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Belly Dance is Beautiful III July 5th see your friendly neighborhood moderator perform

2008-06-26T20:08:29Z

it'll be kewl ... http://www.zafiradance.com/bdib3.html

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belly dance instructor in the Wheeling area

2008-06-24T14:58:11Z

Know of anyone? I have a student who will be living in that area...she's been bitten by the bug.

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workshop and show in Morgantown June 14th + Belly dance birthday sale in May!

2008-06-24T02:22:59Z

If you were at the last workshop, then you only got to see some of Narah’s latest original material. If you weren’t there, then you have another chance to learn some most excellent moves, original combinations and unique layers!

June 14th, Narah will teach a workshop from noon to 2:30PM. Cost—$25. Location to be announced! See further details on Narah’s workshop page (www.tribalbellydance.net/workshops.htm)!

That night, do not miss the Hips Around the World show! This exciting show will feature hip dances from across the globe, including Raqs Shabi, Flamenco, Raqs Assaya, Dunyavi Rom, African-Belly Fusion, ATS, Bollywood/Bhangra fusion, Tribal fusion and more! Further details to be announced, so stay tuned!
Mark your calanders and join us June 14th in Morgantown, WV!

Also, This month, 15 years ago, Narah started Belly Dancing! To celebrate, she is having a sale! From now until May 31st, take $5 off any 1 DVD purchase! DVD’s available include:

*Fire of the Soul– a collection of Narah’s solos from her tour, featuring sword, wings, candle tray, Flamenco fusion, Indian Fusion and other Tribal Fusion dances; regularly $30; this month $25

*Okhtee– a performance video with Narah and her sister Jala showcasing their unique improvisational style and a zill choreography; regularly $30; this month $25

*Narah and Jala’s Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Technical Foundation volume 1— learn sharp technique with detailed instructions on foundational movements and combinations and enjoy a simple demonstration as well as an inspirational performance; regularly $25; this month $20

Order via Narah’s website: www.TribalBellyDance.net/market.htm or pick up your choices at the studio! (for now, if paying w/ paypal, must go to your account , send correct amount to Narah@TribalBellyDance.Net, and list items in comments section. There are no sale Pay Pal buttons currently)

Narah
Kimberly A. Minardi, Master of Occupational Therapy, Yoga for the Special Child (TM) Therapist, Reiki level II healer
www.TribalBellyDance.net
http://Tribes.Tribe.net/WVBellyDance
http://Tribes.Tribe.net/EarthMovementStudio

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Drumming/dancing in Winfield Saturday

2008-06-23T04:05:47Z

Short notice but anyone who wants to drum/dance around the campfire is invited. In a nutshell, my parents have hosted a number of gatherings over the years and are moving out of their house. This will be the LAST gathering there. That being so we are hoping to make it a good one. I will be running the drumming and there should be a good number of local dancers coming. Come and enjoy an evening under the stars.

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formerly Razi

2008-06-20T13:55:43Z

I just wanted to let everybody know I decided to stick with a variation of my own name sooo my dance name is now

Jenna Brooke Smith

but ya'll can call me Jenna Brooke.

Much Love!

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Article on WV Belly Dance on Gilded Serpent!

2008-06-14T11:07:31Z

Check it out ya'll- we made the news! http://www.gildedserpent.com/art44/narahWV.htm

I tried hard to include everyone and get all the details right. My apologies if I missed something/someone. I needed to make sure it was within the space guidelines or would have written more. :) enjoy!

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Zaghareet

2008-05-31T16:37:57Z

The May-June Zaghareet is out with my review of TribOriginal 2007
and Onca's article on TriBurlesque - check it out.

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Once in Oct anyone?

2008-05-31T01:28:56Z

I'm going to bring in Onca from Baraka Mundi in October. The date is still up in the air until I get a call back to confirm the date with the venue. We're going to do 2 workshops and a show. Any ideas for what types of workshops you'd like? She can do drills, technique, cane, fan, skirt, sword, tribal fusion, pop & lock, choreo and even burlesque. It's up to you all so let me know!

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