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My UNMATA Necklace was stolen in SF! Please help me!

2008-07-24T15:34:09Z

Hi everyone.
On Sunday my car was broken into at Pride. I lost everything. My ipod, camera, new rollybag, my notebook, calendar, clothes, jewelry and...
my UNMATA necklace.
Everything else I can replace over time. But my UNMATA Necklace!!!!!!!
It was taken in San Francisco.
Here's what I'm thinking...This is a powerful piece of jewelry and it may show itself so I can find it. I figure I have a few hundred people on my side in the city that know the necklace or the symbol.
Please keep your eyes open and if you see one, it's mine. Offer to buy the necklace from whoever for whatever it costs and I will reimburse.
Please, I know she is trying to show up somewhere for me.
I'm heartbroken

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The INDIGO are coming to NYC! September! One day of workshops, and 2 shows with the Yard Dogs Road Show!!!

2008-07-18T23:50:48Z

More details are coming but here is the Nitty Gritty!

September 21st & 22nd The Indigo is coming to NYC to perform with the Yard Dogs Road Show at Speigelworld!

We are fortunate enough to get these talented beauties to share one day with us, SEPTEMBER 21st, SUNDAY, in a day of workshops with Mardi Love, Zoe Jakes and Rachel Brice!

Please see www.joydances.com and www.trishamcbridedance.com for further details and email us if you want to put be on a email list once the info is ready for print!!!

Workshop Prices: Each TWO Hour workshop is $65.00
::EARLY BIRD PRICES UNTIL September 1st, 2008 ::
Then Workshops are $75.00 each.

Submit Checks to: JoY Herbst, email me at joydance@joydances.com if checkin' it.

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Zoe Vid @ Tribal Fest 8!

2008-07-18T14:57:06Z

I love this!

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=AwK2NTt-MBc

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question for Zoe

2008-07-14T15:52:37Z

Hi Zoe,

May I ask with whom you have studied? The Indigo, Suhaila...? I'd love to know!
Thank you! :)

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tHaNK YOU ZoE and all the Awesome Dancers From NYC!!!!!!

2008-07-11T20:51:46Z

WHAT AN AMaZING WeekEND!!!!

Thank you Zoe for your incredible series of workshops and INCREDible performances! You are a real delight to be with and to learn from!!!!

And thank you to all the workshop attendee's who came out and WORKED HARD!!!! I LOVED watching you all during the classes--- there is a LOT of great talent brewing in Brooklyn!!!! YAH!

And to our drop dead magnificent Show performers from our WAAAY Sold out Show on Saturday night at the delightful Union Pool:

Cammi Vance
ROMKA
Manhattan Tribal
QUEEN HARISH
Trisha McBride and her AWESOME dancers, Lauren and Gretchen
and Zoe!!!!!

I can't wait to do it again!!! ( Hint, hint!!!) :)

MUCHOS BESOS!!!! - JoY

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ZOE performs in San Francisco!

2008-07-11T00:05:44Z

At the SF MECCA REVUE!!
Sat. Aug. 9th
12 galaxies, sf

With:
Mardi Love
BEATS ANTIQUE!
mira betz
elizabeth strong
dan cantrell
Peter Jaques (of brass menagerie)
Rose Harden
Deb Rubin
sister kate
Damage Control Dance Studio
Black and Blue Burlesque (of the Yard Dogs road show)

With special appearance from Lucent Dossier Vaudeville Cirque!!
AND OTHER SURPRISE MUSICAL GUESTS!!

Pre-sale tickets now availabel on-line! $20
will sell out. get your tickets early!

www.sfmeccaimmersion.com
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Classes

2008-07-09T17:11:45Z

When not on tour or doing workshops, does the lovely Miss Zoe give classes or weekly lessons or anything like that? Where can I find more information on signing up if so? =)

Thank you!
~Beka~

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Thank ya Zoers!

2008-07-08T04:24:02Z

I think all of us are in the same boat for this message when I say THANK YA for whooping booty in KY! :-)

P.S. I don't think I've ever drank that much water in my life. Seriously! It was a happy workout though! ;-p

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ZOE Back in Lexington this JULY!!!!!!!

2008-07-07T00:56:54Z

Yep, Zoe eez a' comin to drill us senseless!

And coming along with her are Liz Strong and Mira Best!!!! OMG, like OMG!!!!!!!!

July 5th and 6th!!!!

No deets on regi yet, but will post sumfin as soon as Teresa gets the word out :)

I miss me some Zoe, and my LexVegas girls!!!!!!! WOOO!!!!!

Anyone have any sour apple schnapps???

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Zoe whipped some ass in D.C.

2008-06-30T15:58:31Z

That drum solo was SICK! And you're a lunatic - I love it!

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Black Lotus Designs vending at SF MECCA!

2008-06-27T01:33:28Z

Seeing this new GORGEOUS (and i mean GORGEOUS) photo of zoe posted on tribe inspired me to share:

that da lovely christina, the designer behind black lotus designs that zoe is wearing in this photo will be vending her incredible costuming wares at SF Mecca immersion this August.
And she does do custom orders too!
www.sfmeccaimmersion. com for info..

xo
deb

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Zoe is coming to williamsburg, NYC!!!

2008-06-24T15:57:46Z

Hello lovelies!!!

~ TRoY ProDucTions ( Trisha McBride and Moi)

are Pleased as Punch to announce a weekend of not one, but TWO, Three Hour extravaganza workshops with the SuperStar Ms. Zoe Jakes !!!

Saturday and Sunday, June 28th-29th at Brooklyn's fantastic Triskelion Arts studios in Williamsburg.

~ We will also have a fabulous evening show with special Live musical guests and, naturally, Dance Performances!

Performance will be held at Union Pool, Williamsburg Brooklyn Saturday June 28th stay tuned for more details!! You will be able to purchase workshops via PayPal soooon:)

WORKSHOPS:
Unleashing the Inner Spaz!!!! Intensive #1, SATURDAY 11am-2pm. Triskelion Arts Studio A
Fancy kicks, tight spins and those elusive concepts to take pops and locks to the next level by mixing the liquid smoothness of a snake with hits and stops that look almost inhuman. This workshop will focus on ways to perform with passionate expression while maintaining control and grace. These concepts will be fully broken down using short combinations as examples so the student is able to get a real understanding of the mechanisms behind them.

Get your Kicks and Spins! Intensive #2, SUNDAY 11am- 2pm. Triskelion Arts Studio A
We will incorporate other elements into spins and kicks, drawing a wee bit from tango, Ballet and Classical indian Kathak, exploring things like leg extension and stomping. Lots of focus on quick spins as well, basic exercises for turning techniques, and how to train yourself to stop on a dime, which always looks impressive. Spotting basics, as well as non spotted turns, will be covered, and techniques for using legs and arms to initiate a turn. Let’s make those legs and footsies pretty, shall we?

Zoe’s Bio
Zoe is a proud member of the indigo which recently was on the road touring their show Le Serpent Rouge. She has been touring with Bellydance Superstars since the fall of 2005 and can be seen performing on their new Tribal Fusions DVD.
**Combining talents with David Satori and Tommy Cappel to create Tribal Derivations last spring, Zoe discovered she enjoyed creating music, and plans to make more.
** When not with the Indigo, she tours with The Yard Dogs Road Show, a cartoon circus sideshow of wacky dimension, and has been seen tearing it up with the Extra Action Marching Band.
**An innovative dancer, Zoe has been said to have her own unique take on Tribal bellydance. She takes her influence from Art Nouveau, tango, Breakdance, and Indian classical dance.
Zoe was recently nominated for Zaghareets best interpretive artist 2007. She loves unicorns and has never once doubted their existence.**
Full details are coming shortly...email me here for questions in the interim!

LoVe and Bellies! - JoY

www.joydances.com
http://trishamcbridedance.com/events-past-present

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Thanks Zoe!!!!

2008-06-20T19:42:37Z

Thanks sooo much for comming to Sacramento and hang'n. I absolutly loved your workshops.......getting you in that personal setting was a super special treat. Your perfromances were better that kick ass and well, we just love you!!!

Thanks again for comming and hang'n with UNMATA, Verbatime and Hot Pot!!!!!!

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Song?

2008-06-19T22:19:52Z

Which song is Zoe dancing to here? :( i wanna knooow plzzzzz Thanks!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nl4DtUZSmM

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Looking for a place to stay in SF from July 30th till August 22th

2008-06-17T10:04:44Z

Hi! Finally I am coming to SF to take classes and train my ass off for a few months :)
For now I am looking for a place to stay in SF from July 30th till August 22th...of course I am very easy going...I am dutch...I am tall...I don't need much...ask me what you would like to know more before you take me in your home :)

My name: Tjarda
My troupe: The Uzumé http://tribes.tribe.net/uzume

Hope someone can help me...so hope to hear from you soon :)

My email: dance.fusion@gmail.com

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Zoe's Earrings

2008-06-13T21:26:44Z

Zoe had this pair of earrings they were like wooden circles i think with silver lining. Zoe, where did you get those! i forgot to ask you when u were in MD. They kinda look like earrings from tawapa, except they were brown not silver.

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Yard dogs and Indigo fall tour dates EAST COAST!!!!

2008-06-13T15:32:53Z

September 2nd-19th: US Tour with the Yard Dogs Road Show:
9/6
The Fillmore San Francisco, CA
9/11
Georgia Theatre Athens, GA
9/12
Variety Playhouse Atlanta, GA
9/13
Orange Peel Asheville, NC
9/14
Bijou Theatre Knoxville, TN
9/19
The Birchmere Alexandria, VA

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Essential Zoe Intensive - Only in Seattle May 31st!

2008-06-12T22:56:02Z

Helenwheels is honored to present ~
Bellydance Superstar ZOE JAKES in Seattle May 31, 2008!

ESSENTIAL ZOE: A 5-hr Tribal Fusion Workshop Intensive

You've all seen those crazy kicks and lightning-fast spins that stop on a dime. Wanna know how to do that? Maybe you've already taken a workshop with Zoe and are ready for more advanced instruction on those signature pops n' locks and the liquid smoothness in between. Spend the day with Zoe in this incredible 5-hr intensive and she'll show you everything you've always wanted to know! What?! 5-hrs is *too* intense? Okay, we'll split it up into 2 manageable chunks: Kicks & Spins for all levels, Pop & Lock Drilling Stylization for those ready for the next level. We only have ONE day with Zoers, let's make the most of it!

~*~
11:00-1:00 (2 hrs)
GET YOUR KICKS & SPINS!
For all experience levels
$35 now / $40 after 5/24

2:00-5:00 (3 hrs)
POP & LOCK DRILLING STYLIZATION
Some Zoe experience highly recommended
$52 now / $60 after 5/24

ESSENTIAL ZOE INTENSIVE (5 hrs)
$82 now / $95 after 5/24

LOCATION: Washington Dance Club
http://www.washingtondance.com
1017 Stewart St. (Downtown)
Seattle, WA 98101

REGISTRATION: Please contact Helenwheels@earthlink.net for a registration form. If you are under the age of 18, consent from a parent or legal guardian is also required.

All unpaid spots are now up for grabs! Only a few remain so don't miss out!

~*~Helenwheels~*~
Proud sponsor of The Indigo
Zoe Jakes 5/31
Mardi Love 7/26-27
and more....

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The Dressing Room Sillies

2008-06-12T21:58:03Z

taken december 1st 2007 in Milldletown OH.

Just some fun in the dressing room.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wh2j-cCPpfc

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still room left with Zoe this Saturday! Sacramento

2008-06-12T16:58:25Z

We still got spots if you need your Zoe fix!
Saturday June 14th Hot POt Studio Sacramento.
PM me if you need one!

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Thanks Zoe!

2008-06-11T07:32:13Z

Your Kosmos workshops were a blast. I really liked how you showed the combo, then showed how the combo was done with "hits" then showed how it was done with the "recoil." And your solo and group performance with Liz and Mira was awesome. Thanks!

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new pictures...

2008-06-03T22:53:52Z

just got some photos back from the beats antique shoot (for the next album, it's coming out soooon!)

Derick Ion is the photographer....

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Anybody going to Kosmos camp?

2008-06-03T18:16:38Z

I really want to go to Kosmos but I don't have a car to drive in. I'm up in the Garberville area. I'm pretty sure I can get a bus to Santa Rosa, and would dearly appreciate a ride to Kosmos from there. Please dancers, help a sista out, and personal message me if you're able/interested. I can pitch for gas and snacks.
Thanks!

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BEATS ANTIQUE DURING CLOSING CREDITS OF WEEDS?

2008-06-03T18:11:30Z

LAST NIGHT I WATCHED WEEDS ON SHOWTIME FOR THE 1ST TIME....

THEN OMGOODNESS... DURING THE CLOSING CREDITS WAS THAT BEATS ANTIQUE? I TRIED TO SCAN THE CREDITS BUT THEY WENT BY PRETTY QUICK...

ANYONE KNOW? IF SO... GREAT FREAKING MAINSTREAM (ISH) EXPOSURE!!!

OR MAYBE IS THIS REALLY OLD NEWS? IT WAS A RE-RUN I AM BETTING....

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Excited over here in Sactown...

2008-06-03T17:48:42Z

Can't wait to see your pretty self in June, Zoe. It's nearly here. The buzz is buzzing at Hot Pot!

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Spokane, Wa: Thank you so much ma'dam Zoe

2008-06-03T03:57:11Z

Thanks for a great workshop today in Spokane. I learned a lot and will definitely put it to use.

I heard you play a snippet of this song before the workshop started and I thought you might like this little video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApxnAr6pRt0

Hope you got home safely and are able to take a break!

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Why does not the beautiful Zoe teach at raqs brittania????

2008-06-02T10:29:10Z

or in the uk???
:(

she's a fave out here....

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Zoe, can you please resolve this issue.......(animal troubles)

2008-05-30T15:13:45Z

Zoe,
Me and my friend have been debating all night about what you say to rachel and mardi after the animal mask incident at TF 8. do you say "you can't do that!" or do you say "thats mine!" or do you even say either of those.....lol....my moneys on "you can't do that!" so please help us resolve thisssssssssss! spanks! :D

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First song used @ Tribal Fest

2008-05-27T22:25:23Z

Does anybody know what the very first song used by the Indigo at tribal fest was? Am Dying to find it!!!

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Whats that song....

2008-05-27T17:30:16Z

That you said was your favorite at TF8? Really fast and upbeat, and we danced to it in your workshop? I gotta have it!!

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LIB love affair..

2008-05-26T16:14:22Z

ahhhhhhh... what a extreme joy explosion to see beats antique and zoe perform at LIB... outside under the daytime sky. I loved it.
thank you, dharlin for such an inspiring and fun performance.
and i'm lovin the new musical tracks!!

anyone else see it?

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Daily MECCA schedule posted!

2008-05-26T16:11:24Z

daily schedule of events for SF MECCA immersion is now posted online.
www.sfmeccaimmersion.com
It's a ZOE explosion! in all her splendor..... teaching, performing, more teaching, more performing... maybe even a horse head or two? you never know!

recently added to the line-up:
Elizabeth Strong!!
Mira Betz!!

and p.s. the venders are lookin HOT!!! HOT!!! HOT!! Maybe we should just have a big shopping weekend? Or do you guys really wanna dance? (just kidding)
JUST ADDED:
da lovely MIRA MANIA DESIGNS! Classic classic Classic. yet modern hip and innovative. can both be true? in mira, the answer is, why yes!
I know ya'll have seen her mastery on the dance floor.... now imagine that in 'stich' form. This lady knows style and costume design!

Lee Kobus (one of a kind pieces made with such care, artistry, and love.... Lee-a former UltraGypsy--you may have seen her as one hot robot in medusa and machine.. has been designing unique performance pieces for years and years... from feathered hair clips to glass beaded and buttoned belts, her designs and artistry are not to be missed!) ;

Black Lotus Designs!~ This bay area designer i actually met up in portland, and i think i bought out her stash of one of a kind wrist cuffs! Such artistry in her work, and she personally sews every stitch. gorgeous bustles, vests, and tops. You may have seen her creations being worn by da lovely and talented Arielleh, and frederique. And if you've gotten close enough recently to my wrists... ME! :) Custom orders available.

Plus: Rosehips skirts, Medina Maitraya (costume designer for Lucient Dossier and BDSS), HIppStirr belts, Tenley Wagmo Designs, AYYA, katherinesummer designs, Minerva Antennea, Wendy Darling (the creatrix of the beautiful marie antoinette ultragypsy 2007 Cake set bustle-y costumes), as well as merchendise from the Indigo, Brass Menagerie, Beats Antique (NEWEST CD RELEASE will be AVAILABLE!!!), Fat Chance Bellydance, and more!

ALSO on the roster..... some surprise visitors in the weekend. shhhhhhhhhh!

do hope you can join us....

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So...is it Zoe or Zoe?

2008-05-25T06:48:22Z

I know, this is probably a dumb question, especially since she's my favourite dancer....but I've always pronounced her name Zoe (as in Zo-eee) but recently a friend of mine pronounced it Zoe (as in Zo) and I realized I don't think I've ever heard someone else pronounce it. So...how do you pronounce Her name?

Now, I'm off to take a statistics exam...yay for me.

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pics from TF 08

2008-05-23T19:06:13Z

albums.phanfare.com/cielo

you have to sign up for a phanfare account, but it is free!!!

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Melodia Designs Tribe is MOVING!!!

2008-05-22T11:29:22Z

Yes Ladies and Gentlemen... our pictures have taken over this site. the last 5 years have been recorded, and it becomes harder and harder to wade through the Pictures, and we are about to explode into a whole new era!

We are moving into a new warehouse space, where we will be offering Dance Workshops, and Hosting events! I promise we will be having a house warming event! Also we have a brand new website that is getting launched Some time in July with our very own Online Store, so we will no longer have to go through ebay, and you will be able to have wish lists, register your size, your contact information, and we will have a database to keep track of our inventory... YAY! Growth and Development.

Please take a moment to follow this link to our NEW **Official Melodia Design Tribe** and join us in a whole new era! I will continue to post on this current tribe until June 15th, and then we will be posting solely on The new Site http://tribes.tribe.net/melodiadesigns so join us now, and stay abreast of the upcoming changes, and Inventory Extravaganza's.

I invite you to post new pictures of yourselves. utilize this site to continue the beautiful conversations and support one another for our love of pants!

Please help spread the word!

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Incredible at After party!!

2008-05-22T03:25:46Z

Zoe,

Your performance was phenomenal at the After party Friday night, I was sooo enthralled my husband had to remind me to pick my chin up!! Maybe someday I'll get a pic with ya. This is the 3rd time I have been near ya but too star struck to say a thing!

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Song question

2008-05-18T17:43:07Z

ANyone know what song zoe did to her pop lock performance, it was not burlesque, and it wasnt really bellydance sounding, it sounded kinda like rock and electronic?

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SOT 8 Pop 'n lock routine?

2008-05-16T18:46:10Z

Hey there! Does anyone happen to have notes from Spirit of the Tribes 8 of Zoe's Spooky Pop 'n Lock routine? I took her class, but I only had time to write the first half or so of the notes. I think the song it was used for was "Bloodstone" by Amon Tobin. Does anyone out there have the rest of the choreography or notes I can look at to refresh my already rusting memory?

Thanks!

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Burlesque Inspired workshop

2008-05-16T13:21:54Z

Hello everyone. Does anyone happen to have recorded video of this workshop for spirit of the tribes this past weekend? I'm trying to remember the sequence and my notes aren't really helping. If so, can someone pretty please send it to me??? I'd REALLY appreciate it!

Thanks!
Cely

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anyone know this song? (fantastic flamenco dance)

2008-05-14T00:03:27Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50zb969U8dc

song? anyone know?

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ZOE - WOW!!!

2008-05-13T14:40:21Z

You are amazing - Thanks so much for coming to Salt Lake!
The workshop was a blast!
Take care and talk to you soon!
Corrie

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What's New, Pussycat? Whoa-oh-oh-oh

2008-05-12T20:52:34Z

Hey Zo - TOM JONES is performing the night you arrive in Seattle! I can get us in to the show if you wanna go. You've gotta experience the magnificent cheese that is Tom Jones in concert at least once in your life!

I must confess, in 2005 I ditched Sharon Kihara and Michelle Campbell to go sneak into his show. I know, I know, bad sponsor! *slaps wrist* But I'll be good this time. ;o)
Lemme know what you wanna do in your free time. Oh yeah, and bring a swim suit 'cuz there's a hot tub at the house!

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Zoe in Spokane, WA June 1....Roomie wanted

2008-05-05T06:33:02Z

Hey all. I am planning on going to the workshop on that sunday and to the Hafla the night before...alas...almighty Zoe will not be at that :(

I was hoping to find someone else who was going into Spokane for it that would be willing to split the hotel with me. I haven't gotten a room yet, but am looking at a couple. It would just be for one night (Saturday). I'm gonna see if I can couchsurf too, but I wanted to throw this out there.

Thanks.

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ZOE ZOE & more ZOE---at SF Mecca Immersion, Aug. 8-12th

2008-05-05T04:35:56Z

Registration is officially open!

Pls. Visit: www.Sfmeccaimmersion.com
for all details, registration, and up-to-the-minute additions.
We will max. at 50 people, so pls. do register early to save your spot.

Aug. 8-12th, 2008
SattyaBody presents:
SF MECCA IMMERSION
a "retreat' into the heart of the San Francisco tribal fusion bellydance scene, tribe, music and culture.
3 or 5 day options.

Come immerse yourselves in the music, culture, asthetic, and scene that is shaping the tribal fusion bellydance explosion worldwide!
Experience where it all began. 3 (or 5) incredible days of dance technique and training from some of your favorite teachers and performers, and the pioneers who have shaped tribal fusion bellydance. And meet the musicians too! Panel discussions. Exclusive vending. Hot night time events at some of our favorite local spots. …..
Plant your feet on the vibrant pulse of the bohemian bellydance underworld of San Francisco. See and feel how it inspires YOU!

This is different than a festival. This is an intensive, or immersion rather. An intimate group where you'll get individual attention, top notch dance training, and a rich community experience over extended days together.

A sneak peak so far....

ZOE Jakes (of the Indigo, BDSS, and Black&Blue Burlesque/Yard Dogs Road Show)
MARDI Love (of the Indigo, & BDSS)
CAROLENA Nericcio (founder of Fat Chance Bellydance, and ATS style)
ROSE Harden (former co-director of Ultragypsy, and founding member of Barbary Coast Shakedown)
Deb Rubin (former member of Ultragypsy, and founder of SattyaBodyHealingARts&Dance Collective)
CERA Byer (Director of Damage Control Theater
BRASS MENAZERI
BEATS ANTIQUE..
DAN Cantrell... (of the Toids, and Dan Cantrell's gigaband)
Sister Kate
Damage Control Theater
and much much MUCH!!!!! more... to be revealed soon. :)

www.sfmeccaimmersion.com

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All this talk of dancer injuries

2008-05-03T06:01:22Z

(ie. Sherri's thread) Kind of makes me think of you. You snap/pop your neck so hard. Doesn't that hurt after awhile? How do you keep from injuring yourself?

No, I really don't have anything better to do on a Friday night at 11pm :D Oh wait, not true. I could be watching a Barbie movie with my daughter.

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Rachel and Mardi Workshops in NV, 3 hours from SF, 2 from Sacramento...

2008-05-02T05:03:10Z

Hay, Kids-

Mardi and I are teaching in Crystal Bay, NV on May 3rd, followed by a performance by The Indigo at the Yard Dogs Road Show spectacle at the Casino that night.

For more information, go here: daughtersofdurga.com/worksho...ndex.htm

Hope to see you there!

RB

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Zoe's Earrings at TRAMP?

2008-05-02T04:17:49Z

Zoe and Fellow Tramps,

Does anyone know the name of the company/artist who makes the SILVER earrings that Zoe was selling this past weekend at TRAMP?

P.S. Zoe is my hero!

Thanks,
Felisia

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What about Portland?

2008-05-01T06:56:54Z

you coming anytime soon?

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Zoe, Liz, and Mira Workshop Details- July 5-6th 2008 @ Mecca in Lexington, Ky.

2008-04-29T20:27:28Z

...The Dynamic Trio!!!!!

Liz Strong, Mira Betz, and Zoe Jakes @ Mecca!!!
Workshops and a Performance!!
July 5-6, 2008

Mira Betz

Saturday, July 5th- Mira Betz Workshop-
Isolations and Layering- Hot Diggady!
class time: 12:30pm- 3:00pm

Ever feel as though your learning curve has reached a plateau? This workshop is a rousing motivational tool to enhance one’s personal practice. Mira will begin with a thorough breakdown of basic isolations and will gradually increase into multiple layering designed to bewilder the brain and electrify the body. Add spice to your dance, take a step to the next level, this workshop is an asset to any dancer. All levels welcome to the party!
class fee: $50 (by June 30th, $60 after)

Sunday, July 6th- Liz Strong Workshop
TURKISH ROMAN FUSION:
class time: 12:00noon- 2:30pm
The more you know, the more confidently you will express your unique voice. Expand your dance vocabulary, and explore the energizing 9/8 rhythm! Learn the dance in its true
form, and then fuse it to other dance elements. Turkish Rom dance is richly expressive and playful, passionate and fun. Students will dance the pure formto traditional music in 9/8 time signature. Then we will use non-traditional music to create a scintillating, original fusion choreography, drawing on the technique and knowledge of the folkloric form.

Please bring a notebook, and wear yoga pants, a simple hip sash and a comfortable top.
class fee: $50 (by June 30th, $60 after)

*short break from 2:30-3:00pm

Sunday, July 6th- Zoe Jakes Workshop

Unleashing the inner spaz!!!!
class time: 3:00- 5:30pm
Fancy kicks, tight spins and those elusive concepts to take pops and locks to the next level by mixing the liquid smoothness of a snake with hits and stops that look almost inhuman. This workshop will focus on ways to perform with passionate expression while maintaining control and grace. These concepts will be fully broken down using short combinations as examples so the student is able to get a real understanding of the mechanisms behind them.
class fee: $50 (by June 30th, $60 after)

*Dynamic Trio Special- get all 3 workshops for 1-3-0 (that's $130)!! must register and receive payment by May 30th, 2008

Registration: By Mail: Please include: Name, email, address, and phone
Make check payable to: "Mecca"
451 Chair Ave. Suite B Lexington, Ky. 40508
By PayPal: Please include: Name, email, address and phone
Make payable to: info@meccadance.com

Big Big Show featuring Zoe, Mira, Liz, and More- Saturday Night, July 5th- (details tba)

Here's some info on the girls and some video reference if you need:

Zoe Jakes- Zoe is a proud member of the indigo which recently was on the road touring their
show Le Serpent Rouge. She has been touring with Bellydance Superstars since
the fall of 2005 and can be seen performing on their new Tribal Fusions DVD.
Combining talents with David Satori and Tommy Cappel to create Tribal
Derivations last spring, Zoe discovered she enjoyed creating music, and a new cd will be out may of 2008. When not with the Indigo, she tours with The Yard Dogs Road Show,
a cartoon circus sideshow of wacky dimension, and has been seen tearing it up
with the Extra Action Marching Band.
An innovative dancer, Zoe has been said to have her own unique take on Tribal
bellydance. She takes her influence from Art Nouveau, tango, Breakdance, and
Indian classical dance. Zoe was recently nominated for Zaghareets best
interpretive artist 2007. She loves unicorns and has never once doubted their
existence.

Liz Strong- Elizabeth Strong grew up in a tradition of dance and music. As a young girl she was inspired by the music and dancing of the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. Her amazingly emotional and personal style has captivated audiences in the Bay Area and abroad. Elizabeth believes that the heart is the source of dance and that dance is an expression of our relationship with life and culture. A life-long dancer, Elizabeth formally began studying and performing Middle Eastern dance in 1996 at the age of 18.
(for extended bio- http://strongdancer.com/biography.html)

Mira Betz- The multi-faceted career of Mira Betz is a testament to her passionate artistry and desire for continual growth. Active in theater, dance and the performing arts for 20 years, Mira Betz has become a sought after dancer, choreographer, costumer, and teacher. Nominated "Instructor of the year" by Zaghareet Magazine, Mira is a valued instuctor at prestigeous festivals and camps across the nation, as well as at the Malonga Arts Collective in Oakland California. Mira is currently facilitating the Barbary Coast Shakedown, a collaboration of Middle Eastern dance professionals pairing performance with intensive dance instruction.
(for extended bio- http://www.miramania.com/bio.htm)

YouTube Views:
mira: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=diWbuuYgonA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AF7-cc1U4g8&feature=related

liz: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=616itVHBNZA (liz and mira)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhAsRUs43Dg&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzqM41IQkhw&feature=related

zoe: http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=zoe+jakes&search_type=
(many options)

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Pix of Zoe--and Beats Antique--at Fire in the Belly Benefit Posted

2008-04-29T09:14:30Z

Pix of Sharon Kihara, Ariellah, FatChance BellyDance, Frederique, Clandestine, Freyja, and Zoe Jakes (with Beats Antique) from "Fire in the Belly" benefit for Kaihea have been posted at http://taboomedia.smugmug.com/gallery/4820567_vuALb

Enjoy!

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Best way to contact Zoe?

2008-04-29T01:11:32Z

I 've tried messaging her on here a couple of time but, she hasn't responded. I understand that she 's probably busy as hell and has a a ton of messages to shift through on tribe so I was wondering if she has a private email or something that she responds to more often.
Thank you,
Evi

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Get your Zoe Pics from Spirit 2008

2008-04-28T19:16:40Z

Hi everyone, I snapped a lot of pictures post workshop. Many of them did not turn out, but if yours is up there, then there ya go.

Zoe - Thanks for coming this year! It's always so fun to take your classes.

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Thanks to Zoe for Elevation 2008!

2008-04-23T03:12:20Z

I just wanted to thank Zoe for coming to Elevation 2008 in Golden, CO. She is beautiful, talented, a great teacher and was alot of fun! Thanks so much!

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Preparing for Zoe's Workshops

2008-04-22T20:23:00Z

Hi all,
I'll be attending one of Zoe's workshops for SOT later this month and would like to know how to prepare for her workshops. This will be my first time taking one of her workshops (or any tribal workshop for that matter) and my first time at SOT. I'm a beginner in tribal and have never had any formal instruction. However, I have taken cabaret classes a few years ago with Tamalyn Dallal. Anyway, this workshop is a burlesque workshop and don't really know what to expect. Any adivice?

Thanks,
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Thank you!

2008-04-21T22:52:50Z

Thanks Zoe for the awesome workshops in Golden, CO, and for being so sweet and friendly! You are a riot. Can't wait for Salt Lake.

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The Indigo with the Yard Dogs Road Show

2008-04-21T21:10:49Z

Here's the tour dates for May:

May 3rd
Crystal Bay Casino
14 Highway 28
Crystal Bay NV.
89402
8pm
$23
http://www.crystalbaycasino.com/
W/The Indigo Belly Dance featuring Rachel Brice, Zoe Jakes and Mardi Love
Ticket link: http://www.cbc.tickets.musictoday.com/CrystalBayCasino/calendar.aspx
21+

May 5th
The Bouquet
1010 W. Main Street
Boise, ID
83702
203 345 6605
9pm
$15
http://www.thebouquet.net/
W/The Indigo Belly Dance featuring Rachel Brice, Zoe Jakes and Mardi Love
21+

The Indigo will NOT be performing at this show:
May 7th
Stephens Performing Arts Center
1002 Sam Nixon Ave.
Pocatello, ID
83209
8pm
$25
W/Vagabond Opera
All Ages

May 9th
Wilma Theatre
131 S Higgins Ave
Missoula, MT
59802
8pm
$20/$23
http://thewilma.com/
W/The Indigo Belly Dance featuring Rachel Brice, Zoe Jakes and Mardi Love
All Ages

May 10th
Jackson Hole Playhouse
145 W. Deloney
Jackson Hole, WY
83001
8pm
$16/$18
http://www.jhplayhouse.com/
W/The Indigo Belly Dance featuring Rachel Brice, Zoe Jakes and Mardi Love
All ages

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Kitchen Help Needed at Kosmos Camp, June 5th-8th...

2008-04-18T16:14:43Z

www.kosmoscamp.com

We need help in the kitchen. There are half and full scholarships available for Kosmos Camp. If you're low on money and want to go this amazing event it's a great way of making it happen. If interested, please Email me at matthew@kosmoscamp.com

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Zoe's website

2008-04-18T15:06:43Z

Hey all. I just went to her site and it is no more? :(

Is it down temporarily or permanently?

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Zoe @ TRAMP 2008

2008-04-16T17:45:50Z

It's getting closer! (April 10-13) But still not too late to put your deposit in for this great event. I just posted the event flyer in the photo section. What a lovely, photogenic lady Zoe is :)

For all the dets on this event: www.tribaldancecamp.eventbrite.com

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ZOE highlights SF Mecca Immersion!

2008-04-15T23:04:20Z

Save the Date:

Aug. 8-12th, 2008
SF MECCA IMMERSION
a "retreat' into the heart of the San Francisco tribal fusion bellydance scene, tribe, music and culture.
3 or 5 day options.

Come immerse yourselves in the music, culture, asthetic, and scene that is shaping the tribal fusion bellydance explosion worldwide.
Experience where it all began. And come see and feel how it inspires YOU!
This is not a festival. This is an intensive, or immersion rather. An intimate group where you'll get individual attention, top notch dance training, and a rich community experience over extended days together.
3 (or 5) incredible days of dance technique and training from some of the pioneers who have shaped the style.
And come meet the musicians too!
Music is what shapes a culture, and we got some of the hottest talent who are creating the tunes that are shaping the evolution of tribal fusion.
Workshops also on Creating choreography; exploring Fusion; Creating your own Asthetic and Costuming, Core Integration Yoga specifically for Bellydance, Exclusive vending by some of the Bay area's hottest designers, and of course lots and lots of dancing!!
Night time events at our beloved 'special' spots, and performances from some of your favorites, both within the bellydance world, and beyond...

A sneak peak so far....

Zoe Jakes (of the Indigo, BDSS, and Black&Blue Burlesque/Yard Dogs Road Show)
Carolena Nericcio (founder of Fat Chance Bellydance, and ATS style)
Rose Harden (former co-director of Ultragypsy, and founding member of Barbary Coast Shakedown)
Deb Rubin (former member of Ultragypsy, and founder of SattyaBodyHealingARts&Dance Collective)
Damage Control Theater
Brass Menazeri
Beats Antique..
Dan Cantrell... (of the Toids, and Dan Cantrell's gigaband)
and much much MUCH more to be revealed soon…...

Pls. stay tuned for more details, and in the meantime, pls. save the dates!

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This makes me think of you

2008-04-15T20:03:05Z

mah dearest Zoers

http://youtube.com/watch?v=1tjBwT2MAcM&feature=related

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Zoe and Michelle Campbell Earrings!?

2008-04-09T01:05:24Z

I always see Zoe and Michelle with these earrings but i cant find them anywhere..Someone said Michelle got them in San Francisco but ive been all over and still cant find them..Can some one please help! i want them so bad. Heres a picture with Michelle wearing them... http://tribes.tribe.net/michellecampbell/photos/f00fd7d9-0c8a-463c-bcfa-d4840f5f0255

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Zoes' floor excersizes

2008-04-07T02:29:26Z

So I was lying on the floor the other day trying to think of other ways to torture my abs and legs and I remembered at one of Zoe's workshops she absolutely killed us while we were on the floor. But the pain must be causing me to block out what we were doing, heh ;) , so I was wondering if anyone here remembered?

I'm thinking it was along the lines of 'scissors' type movements, all I can remember is we were on our backs, our feet were off the ground and lots of screaming ;) Good stuff!

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ZOE WILL ROCK AT SPIRIT OF THE TRIBES.......IN APRIL

2008-04-06T01:05:36Z

WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE Y ZOE .......AND BEATS ANTIQUE TO PERFORM.....HOT HOT BAND AT THIS MOMENT.

SPIRIT OF THE TRIBES IS IN FORT LAUDERDALE - FLORIDA - APRIL 24, 25, 26, 27 - 2008
www. majanile.com

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impossible music question

2008-04-05T12:16:36Z

I took Zoe's fast and furious workshop over the weekend. I really liked the song that we used in the choreography for the class. All I can remember is that lyric "on the seven seas", it was a funky Jazz song. Anyone take the class and know the name of the song or artist? :-)

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FOR ZOE - Workshops in Dallas-Fort Worth?

2008-04-05T04:25:05Z

Any chance you can stop in this area for a last minute workshop?
I can't afford the retreat but, would like to attend a class.

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Rachel & Mardi (& Hopefully Zoe too!) In SLC for Workshop - 1 DAY ONLY!!

2008-04-04T20:49:36Z

Here is one helluva mothers day treat for yourself....

THE INDIGO in WORKSHOP - 1 DAY ONLY!!

Sunday - May 11, 2008

Kashmir Dance Company Presents - Rachel Brice and Mardi Love of the Indigo in a very special - very intimate workshop setting... We are hoping Zoe's schedule will allow he to be there as well - it will be 2 or 3 workshops that day. Rachel is in Asia right now and we are hammering out the details -but RESERVE YOUR SLOT NOW !!!
This is going to be a very small, private and intimate event!!! Salt Lake City, Utah - Details to be posted this weekend!

Kiss,
Corrie

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one week!!

2008-04-04T17:50:43Z

and I gets to see da Zoe again!!!!!!!!!

woohoo!!!! dancin, campin, playin, drinkin......THAT'S how camp should be!!!

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Zoeeee

2008-04-02T23:34:30Z

I went to your show and Workshops in DC!!! i was the curly hared gal asking about pop lock and lookin at ur ipod for muzak.

I could never find which song you did for the DC show as your solo? you said it was by blockhead? (it was amazing by the way, OOOooOOoOo)

Anyone know which song that was?

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Zoe Workshops in Honolulu this weekend!!

2008-03-31T23:07:37Z

Shakti Dance Movement and Origins Dance Collective Proudly Present….
The Return of Zoe Jakes!!
Saturday, April 5th & Sunday, April6th, 2008.
University of Hawaii Manoa Dance Studios
Tribal Belly Dance Weekend Intensive Extravaganza!!
$50.00 per workshop pre-registration rate, $55.00 at the door, four workshops total!!!
Zoe Jakes is a proud member of the Indigo dance company, which recently toured for their newest show, Le Serpent Rouge. Zoe has been touring with BellyDance Superstars since the fall of 2005, and can be seen performing on their new Tribal Fusions DVD. Last Spring, in collaboration with David Satori and Tommy Cappel under the name “Beats Antique”, Zoe co-created her first CD titled “Tribal Derivations”. In the process Zoe discovered she enjoyed creating music, and plans to make more. When not with the Indigo, she tours with The Yard Dogs Road Show, a cartoon circus sideshow of wacky dimension, and has also been seen tearing it up with the Extra Action Marching Band.
An innovative dancer, Zoe has been said to have her own unique take on Tribal belly dance. She takes her influence from Art Nouveau, Tango, Breakdance, and Indian classical dance. Zoe was recently nominated for Zaghareet Magazine’s best interpretive artist for 2007.
Saturday, April 5th Workshops: UH Manoa Dance Studio #3
Fast and Furious Drills: 5:30-7:30pm
This Workshop will use specific Pilates and yoga based exercises to strengthen the core muscles necessary for backbends, belly rolls, and tight hip work. Hip, head, shoulder, and chest isolations will be drilled, and we’ll be working on smoothing transitions from move to move. We will go over lots of pop-lock technique, as well as fluidity of movement, stressing on posture and upper body awareness. This class is for all levels.
Get Your Kicks and Spins! 8:00-10:00pm
In this class we will incorporate other elements into spins and kicks, drawing a wee bit from Tango, Ballet and Classical Indian Kathak, exploring things like leg extension and stomping. There’ll be lots of focus on quick spins as well as basic turning techniques, and how to train yourself to stop on a dime, which always looks impressive. Spotting basics, as well as non spotted turns will be covered, along with techniques for using legs and arms to initiate a turn. Let’s make those legs and footsies pretty, shall we?
Sunday, April 6th Workshops: UH Manoa Dance Studio #2 Choreography: 9:00-11:00am
The dance will have elements of Fast and slow through out, and will incorporate moves from the previous workshops. It is recommended that beginners take at least one other class, as there will be some review.
Unleashing the Inner Spaz!!!! 11:30-1:30pm
We're going to focus on some elusive concepts to take pops and locks to the next level, by mixing the smooth fluidity of a snake, with hits and stops that look almost inhuman! This workshop will focus on ways to perform with passionate expression while maintaining control and grace. These concepts will be fully broken down.

Registration Form

$50.00 per workshop (four workshops total) for pre-registration
(Payment must be RECEIVED by Saturday, March 29th)
$55.00 per workshop for late or same day registration
To pre-register please send checks payable to:

Shakti Dance Movement
215 Kihapai st.
Kailua, HI 96734

We are proud to offer a 20% discount for off island guests and UH students with current UH ID card at check in

For questions contact Kalae @ 808-358-2571
Shakti Hotline @ 808-646-0786
Shakti808@yahoo.com www.myspace.com/shaktidancemovement
If you are interested in vending, contact Kalae for details

(please send this portion with check)

Name:
Address:

E-mail:
Phone#:
Please circle the classes you’d like to register for:
Saturday, 4/5/08: “Fast and Furious Drills”, 5:30-7:30pm
“Get Your Kicks and Spins”, 8:00-10:00pm

Sunday, 4/6/08: “Choreography”, 9:00-11:00am
“ Unleashing the Inner Spaz!!” 11:30-1:30pm

$50.00 pre-registration X_______ = $_________total

$40.00 off island or UH student X________=$________total
Dance Studios are located on Lower Campus rd. in the Athletic Department
(Please let us know if you would like to be deleted, or know someone who would like to be added to our e-mail list, thank you.)

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Song Question?

2008-03-31T21:52:47Z

Okay wondering what the fantastic song in this vid clip is....its the third song, lots of..I want to say clarinet?? sorta jazzy sounding...was just watching the clip and love it!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfMYnFnAzG0
any help would be great. thanks!!

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BDSS MUSIC

2008-03-27T21:13:44Z

HI Zoey!
The girl selling cds at the show last night (In Arcata) said your performances were only a week old. i was wondering how long until the music will be available for us to buy?
Also your costumes were awesome! Did you make your camo skirts? Those were extremely cool! ooh, and I loved your white outfits too! I know you guys were wearing melo's, but where'd you get the white skirts?
You Girls Were SO AWESOME Last Night!!! Completely Inspiring!
I bought your beats antique CD, I love it!!

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cool beats re-mix

2008-03-27T17:28:19Z

totally diggin on pandora.com....and ran across a remix of a beats antique song...not as great as the original but fun none the less.

http://www.pandora.com/music/song/aziz/return+to+pharoah

have a listen gals

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yard dogs in ireland???

2008-03-27T14:14:09Z

i just saw that there is yard dogs band in the line up for electric picnic in ireland this year and i wonder if is THE yard dogs - zoe please tell me it is :) and also that you will be there with them!!!!!!
xxx

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Question.........

2008-03-24T19:49:29Z

Just how fancy are these pantz of hers?

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Beats Antique May 16 in Sebastopol

2008-03-23T21:04:37Z

Friday night, after the big festival, down the street in downtown Sebastopol, Beats Antique will be performing at Cosmik Casbah - along with a crazy-brilliant lineup of dancers and DJs including Frederique, Sooz, Nonstop Bhangra, Amar & more plus some special surprises.

Advance tix on sale at http://cosmikcasbah.eventbrite.com

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Chicago Music?

2008-03-23T01:30:42Z

Hey Zoe...

I loved the songs you danced to at the Raqs Gothique show! The only song I recognized is the Flux Information Science song... would you mind listing some of the other songs you danced to?

Thanks!

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Beats Antique Performing in San Jose this FRIDAY NIGHT!

2008-03-22T07:09:45Z

This Friday, March 21st at the Tiki Lounge
early show 6:30 -10
Tommy Cappel, David Satori and Zoe Jakes comin' down to you south bay people !!

152 Post St. , San Jose, CA 95113

408 292 4266

venue: www.smoketiki.com

Beats Antique: www.beatsantique.com

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here I am on tour again....overuse injury question

2008-03-21T00:29:38Z

I am having a lovely time with the ladies, performing everyday feels so good and the theatres are all old and lovely....

I have a question, and I realized, there is a whole slew of educated dancers that might have some answers. My purpose in this is twofold, one to get some answers, and also, this experience is making me want to reanalyze the repetetive movement base that us dancers use. I am curious about what kind of developing discomfort you guys are dealing with, if any.

My hips are tight, you know that spot under the buttcheek that you really feel during glute squeezies. I am trying to figure it out, and maybe you guys have some ideas. I doesn't feel chronic, just tight from sitting on the bus all day and then getting up and dancing. warm ups? stretches?

Do you guys get this one too? Anything else?

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Sunday's choreo

2008-03-13T13:47:52Z

Sad that I can't understand most of my own notes, the few I was able to scribble down. That class was effing awesome, Zoe, thank you!

We're patiently awaiting your notes from it. :)

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Le Serpent Rouge

2008-03-06T21:55:17Z

Hi Zoe,

Back in Jan. at the Greensboro workshop, you mentioned that Serpent Rouge might be touring this year on the East coast...still true? If so, do you have a ballpark idea of when that might be? Can't wait to see it!

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Miss Zoe-

2008-03-06T17:34:45Z

Your performance in last nights BDSS was inspiring! I adore your pop lock work, its so clean and fluid, even though you said your back was hurting you really went 100%, way to rock it woman! Much appreciated! Thaaaank yooooouuuuu!

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how do I find out about Zoe workshops close to my hometown?

2008-03-04T14:00:43Z

I'd love to be able to go to all of her classes but money and my full time mommy-ness won't let that happen. Is there some way I can see when,where and how much her classes are?

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new zoe performance video 2008?

2008-02-29T16:06:46Z

I saw this on amazon...I haven't heard anything else about it. Is this brand new stuff? Does anyone else have this video?
I hope this link works
http://www.amazon.com/Tribal-Revolution-Mher-Panossian/dp/B000WYMS2W/ref=cm_taf_title_featured?ie=UTF8&tag=tellafriend-20

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The Indigo in DC: three days, 12 workshops with us, 1 show.

2008-02-26T22:42:19Z

A Fancy Weekend Spectacular
Starring live, in person, The Indigo…
Rachel Brice
Mardi Love
Zoe Jakes

Two studios (both located at Sahara Dance Silver Spring), three days, 12 workshops, 1 show.
Weekend cost includes one workshop from each timeslot.

Don’t forget to get your tickets to the show!

To see the schedule and register, go to:

saharadance.com/workshops/#w000665

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Tribalcon 2008

2008-02-26T06:31:14Z

What songs did Zoe use in her workshop today (Sunday, Feb. 24th)? I NEED them!

Thanks!

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Tribal Fusions DVD fixed yet?

2008-02-23T05:46:59Z

Hi all, since you lovely gals (and some dudes) seem to have the low down: question for ya. The Tribal Fusions DVD had some audio problems when it was released, something about the tracks not lining up to the dancers very well. Has that been fixed? I'd like to buy it, but if it's all wonky I'll wait a while. Thanks!

Ajmaani

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Zoe Teaches at Kosmos Camp, June 5th-8th...

2008-02-22T18:08:45Z

We are happy to have Zoe for the first time at Kosmos Music & Dance Camp. She'll be joined in the bellydance genre by Mira Betz, Aubre, and in Turkish Rom Elizabeth Strong.

Check out the website:

www.kosmoscamp.com

The warm summer days at Kosmos Camp are filled with music and dance workshops. Dancers learn and perform on finished dance floors. Musicians enjoy instruction and practice opportunities in our open-air venues. Both dancers and musicians study with world-renowned professional teachers in a wide variety of styles from different cultures. And all campers enjoy the natural charm of Camp Cazadero, located just an hour outside Santa Rosa in the rolling hills north of the Russian River. Aquatic types will enjoy lounging by the pool and hiking to the nearby waterfall. All meals are provided by our professional chef, the popular Siam Moeini, and feature a gourmet menu with an eclectic array of world cuisines and a full bar serving reasonably priced mixed drinks, beer, and wine after dinner. Evenings feature concerts and dance performances by students and staff in the open-air amphitheatre, and open-floor dancing with late-night jamming afterwards.

Ultimately, Kosmos is both a school of music and dance, as well as an unforgettable celebration among friends. It is a special getaway where people bond their passions and talents. We hope you join us and help create a unique community that we all can cherish in the years to come.

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BDSS audition advice...

2008-02-20T06:01:15Z

So a few people have asked for advice, these are just a few things I could pull form my noggin. I hope they help.

Get a Jillina dvd if you can and learn some of her dances to get familiar with her style, they will have you do a cabaret dance (and give you about 5 minutes to learn it) and they will watch to see how fast you catch on. DO: figure out how you can do the most relaxed and self confident performance, whatever that is for you. Just be confident in what you have to offer, and try not to get too stressed out by the environment. DON'T: worry about the other auditioners, just focus on being yourself, and staying in the mindspace to convey your personality in all parts of the audition. Make sure to introduce yourself in a clear a relaxed voice, and think of what you would like to say about yourself if you are asked.

be a couple minutes early, don't even think of being late!

oh, and take lots of time to get ready,spend the time to look your best, appearance is important (it's the first thing they will judge you on, it shows how professional you are, and how much time you have dedicated to all parts of the dance form), and beside, it will make you feel more self confident....

prepare a solo in case you asked back to perform it.

good luck!

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How to get some Zoe at TribalCon

2008-02-17T15:54:57Z

As most of you know Saturday and the full event passes for TribalCon are sold out but Fri and Sun workshops and Saturday show tickets are still available (for now, we do expect that the workshop days will sell out by the end of Jan). So you can still catch Zoe in the show Saturday night and take her burlesque inspired workshop on Sunday!

Burlesque Inspired Choreography -- Sultry moves with an old timey sensibility! Zoe will be incorporating a touch of her burlesque influence into a slow and playful choreography she will be teaching. All that ooey gooey stuff that is so fun and delicious to watch and do will be focused on in this class. If Mata Hari was around today, she might have done a few of these moves..

www.tribalcon.com

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Jareeda Tribal Issue

2008-02-15T05:11:10Z

Jareeda Magazine is now accepting submissions for the upcoming Tribal issue. Deadline is Feb. 25th. Please send articles and photos to jareeda@jareeda.com and photos should be at least 5" by 7" and 300 dpi for best quality. We want to make you look good. Anything pertaining to tribal style, tribal fusion, an article about your tribal group, tribal costuming or music is welcome. Jareeda is read internationally, so take this opportunity to reach out to dancers around the world!

Did you see Indigo on our last tribal cover?

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santa cruz choreo plzzzz?

2008-02-14T07:59:00Z

hi love...

amazing workshop on sun. i was knackered!

a wee reminder plzzz post the choreo you taught.

thanks!
deb

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Humboldt Choreography

2008-02-01T15:15:03Z

Here ya go!

wait four counts1-4

hop onto right foot, extending left leg and pointing, arms reach straight and overhead 5-8

small belly roll down with hands following 4 counts1-4

larger bellyroll, starting with shoulder roll back to front 1, chest lift 2 count, belly roll down 3, kick 4 and throw leg back(R leg) then turn back to audience count, 5-8

step onto right foot 1 count immediately, place Left foot on toe and look back, 2 left hip drops with m,usic, then belly roll up

hips to left sharp, change to right foot on toe and arms sweep up left on 5, arms float up to over head, 5-8,

right arm drags down left and slowly turn to create profile with audience 1-4

turning over right shoulder right arm drags down shoulder and comes out in front leaning forward, left arm up and behind 5,6

crossover turn over left shoulder 7,8

burlesque sink, marilyn feet, arms cross in front and roll up, 1-4

sink, arms on either side float down, palms out 5-8

step right to cross over left, touch, hip up, left arm up and right wrapped across stomach 1, 2
step left touch, swich arms, hip up, 3,4

arms sink and wrap around body, right arm on head, left on hip 5,8

omi front right back left 1,2, belly roll up, 3,4, roll down through to leg 5,6,7, and kick on eight

throw leg back into 2 reverse rolls emphasis on lower body, stepping back with right 1-4

burlesque chooch with arms in front and butt out, 5, 8

swing head and upper body right to left into bellyroll down, 5-8

another bellyroll to go with music cue

MUSIC CHANGES TO BLOODSTONE!!!!!! (counts are slower)

leading with head do a pancake flip over right shoulder with cue in music, sink into it for first 4 counts, 1-4

keeping head in place chest circle left, front, right, back, 5-8

kick out with leg and belly roll up the body, pulling head out of frozen spot at end 1,2

hold 3,4

Sneaky slide, maya to left then chest slide to left and head then left shoulder roll back, right shoulder roll back (with music) 5,6

sink and prep for crossover turn, right leg crosses over left ,8

on hit in music quick turn over left shoulder, 1

head slide on 2, chest slide three, kick right leg four, crossover arms wrapping around looking down, head lift at cue right before turn 5,6

step right 7, turn to face back, pulling with hip quickly, 8

lunging to front on 1, landing heavy on floor to create 'hit' and reaching forward with one arm, other arm meets on 2, arms cross in front on 3, open 4 (punctuated by music), rolling "forward to back" keeping head from going up or down, 5,8

shimmy 1,2 (goes with music) feet in pivot position, sharp hip slide to right, 3, body drop 'round the world' 4, shoulder roll forward 5, belly roll down 6, sinking down into really bent leg, roll up 7, head throw then left looking up (sends body to left angle) quickly all on 8

with music cue, chest hit, roll down, pelic drop and tuck hit, 1,2 (wait for it)

roll up to head, head slide with music cue, roll down to drop drop with music

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Zoe at Elevation, Denver, April 18-20th!

2008-01-31T17:09:40Z

Zoe is coming!
Zoe is COMING!

To Elevation in Colorado.

www.evergreentribalarts.com/elevation2008.html

This is a 3 day Fest with:
3 days of classes with
Zoe Jakes
John Compton
Unmata
Tribe Marrakech
Karim Nagi
Urban Gypsy
Monnya Silver (Aerial Fabric Dancing!)

Friday night Catered Show/Participant Performances w/Open Dancing to NYC's Dark-Medieval-Gothic-Middle Eastern-Baltic Band: La Notte
Sat Night Gala Show/Presenter Performances with Local Old-Timey Band Paper Bird

Both shows will have Pro DJ, VJ, Light, and Sound people
and a Fashion Show each night.

Awesome Vendors
Great Classes
AMAZING Promoters
Most Coolio Promters Around
Really Awesome Promoters.....ooops, I'm getting out of hand here a bit!

There is still room for more performers, so if you are interested, drop me a line at: ocean@evergreentribalarts.com

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What to wear?

2008-01-31T12:50:59Z

I will be taking the workshop in Santa Cruz on Sunday (#2), and was curious what would be the recommended outfit. Simple Melo's, skirt, yoga pants? Any suggestions?

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her stop in humboldt!

2008-01-30T23:53:35Z

just got done watching this amazing girl along with mira betz and elizabeth strong perform up here in humboldt, ca! they were amazing! i feel soo honored just to get to dance in the same show as them! they completely blew me away! they rocked the house!

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Teaching Popping/Locking/Hits

2008-01-30T15:51:19Z

does anyone have any good drills for doing popping and locking? I can't remember any from the Zoe workshop. Any advice?

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