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CIncy Bellydance on Facebook

jaecrazy — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 03:39:58 GMT

This tribe has been a ghost town for the longest time. I believe it came about when Tribe began falling apart. So I created a Cincinnati Bellydance group on Facebook. If you have a Facebook account, please join us there. If your my friend on Facebook, you will most likely recieve an invite from me shortly. I'm sad Tribe and this tribe have fallen apart, but I want to stay connected, and right now, Facebook seems the place to be. If you are not a member of Facebook, you can always join and be apart of our group :)

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=154141668807&ref=mf

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I'm Teaching My First Workshop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jaecrazy — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 20:50:18 GMT

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
The Aura Studio
401 Fairfield Ave.
Bellevue, KY 41073

Workshop Title - Ooey Gooey Arms, Fliuidity and Grace

Workshop Description - To improve arm posture to create beautiful lines for dance. Break down of movements and drill to build muscle memory. Hand posture and placement will also be touched upon. Arm movements will be sewn together with some layering techniques. Will go over arm placement while dancing. All will be put together into small combos. Will go over moves and to make your dancing more fluid and graceful. Workshop open to all dancers, traditional to fusion.

Workshop time - 2-3 hours

Be prepared to sweat. Your arms are going to get a killer workout. Please dress appropriately, sports bra, tank top or tee shirt and gym shorts. Bring and water bottle and snacks. You may also bring a notepad for notes if so desired. :)

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11th Annual Workshop and Belly Boo Bash ~ Carnival of Carnivores, Sept. 26th, Franklin, OH

Tavi — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:39:02 GMT

Dayton's Original Halloween Workshop and Boo Bash is back! Watch local belly dancers cut loose for Halloween and perform completely out of the box.

MC is Dr. Creep

Special guests:
Faten Ali-Munger
Leila Gamal
Michael Groomes, SMAG Contemporary Dance Company
Deniz
Jennifer Rose
Chandara
Laylia
Sandstorm MEDC
and more...

When: Saturday, September 26th, 2009
Workshop registration starts at 9am (Faten Ali-Munger from 10-1pm, and Leila Gamal goes from 2-5pm)
Doors open for the evening show at 7pm - Show starts at 8pm and runs till Midnight!
Faten will be teaching beginning Flamenco and Leila Gamal will be teaching classic Orientale' styling.
Where:Pisanello's Pizza, 3rd Floor Ballroom
355 S. Main Street (corner of 4th and Main)
Franklin, OH 45005
How Much: Early Bird (9/20/2009) Workshops are $30 each in advance or $40 each at the door, or $50 Early Bird for both in advance or $60 for both at the door.
The Belly Boo Bash is $10 at the door.

There will be all sorts of raffles and donated items up for auction. This year's charity is the Fistula Foundation. www.fistulafoundation.org.

For more information or to download the workshop registration, go to:

http://www.caravanworkshops.com/events/?view=small&dcDate=09262009#smallSearchJump

For more information, please contact Deniz at 937-602-3788. Please remember that this is a PG13 event.

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Paging Dyani ~ Folie-a-trois!!!

jenndances — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:15:30 GMT

I can't access myspace right now (it all comes up in text - really weird....) and I couldn't find you on facebook. Please pm about performing at Belly Boo Bash! Or send an email to: jenn@jenndances.com

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Bellydance Costumes From India

KAJAL — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 06:35:11 GMT

Hi All,

This is Kajal from India(Mumbai).We are manufacturers and exporters of bellydancing costume since the last 12 years.We have all our products listed at

www.modemystique.com.

Please bookmark our website and keep checking back,as we list lots of great costumes on weekly basis.

Happy Shopping!!

Kajal

rd_ent@vsnl.com

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Mayan Ruins & Zahara

Kim — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:22:11 GMT

Mayan Ruins & Baoku & the Image Afrobeat Band
this Saturday!
8/1/2009, 9:30 PM at Baba Budan’s
239 W. McMillan St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
No cover!

Mayan Ruins (w/ Zahara dancing!) will open for Baoku & the Image
Afrobeat Band. Baba's has a full menu of sandwiches, soups, deserts,
coffee/tea & a full bar! (age-18+)

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Steven Eggers

jaecrazy — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 20:40:40 GMT

So, THE famed Steven Eggers of Atash Maya, a tribal fusion male dancer is wanting to make a stop here in Cincinnati for his fall tour. I want to know how many of you girlies and guysies would be interested in taking a workshop with him.

Oh, any studio owners willing to host him while he's here? Let me know :)

Steven clippage.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZQE7gpjsZY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mddHcywXSDo

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Tippy toe

dyani_saxby — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 19:45:30 GMT

Is everyone sleeping? Been quiet around here! Nice seeing some of you at Gothalyptic. It's great seeing what you ladies have been up to!

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Gothalyptic 2009!

Taletha — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 16:45:23 GMT

Ariellah is CONFIRMED!

Gothalyptic 2009 is June 27-28!

Gothalyptic 2009 will have 5 instructors over 2 days and a fabulous show on Saturday night featuring our instructors, special guests and workshop participants.

This year's UBER Goth package deal, "OH MY GOTH!" will lock in ALL 5 dance workshops at the pre-registration prices, a ticket to the show and a special silly Gothic gift! This year's package is $170.

Ariellah's workshop is $50 if by June 15, $60 after June 15th and at the door.
Workshops with our other beautiful instructors (to be announced soon!) is $30 if by June 15th, $40 after June 15th and at the door.

More information coming soon!

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Playshops with Bliss and Ian

jenndances — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:51:42 GMT

Thursday, June 25th 2009
5-6:15 Ian Poi Dance
5-6:15 Bliss Fire Bellydance

Cost: $25

Location: Franklin Township Community Park - From Dayton: take your best route to I-75, exit at Middletown/SR-122 (should be exit 32) turn LEFT off the off-ramp (get in the left lane - the right one will force you back to Dayton) and head down 122 until you see the Shell station - turn RIGHT at the Shell station and head straight, you'll find yourself at the park!

From Cincinnati - take your best route to I-75, exit at Middletown/SR-122 (should be exit 32) turn LEFT (yes, LEFT) off the off-ramp and head down 122 until you see the Shell station - turn RIGHT at the Shell station and head straight, you'll find yourself at the park!

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veil needed

dyani_saxby — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 14:38:18 GMT

Rectangle veil wanted! Anybody have one they'd be willing to part with for under 15.00?

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Kula Hafla

Kim — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:05:24 GMT

Kula's Spring Student Hafla/Fundraiser
Saturday, June 20th
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Court Street in Newport, KY
Doors open 6:00 PM
Showtime 7:00 PM
$10 at the door (kids 6 and under free)
Proceeds go to the Kula Center
Featuring the instructors and students of the Kula Center! Join us for food, beverages and a great show!

Look forward to seeing you there!
Zahara
www.ZaharasTangledWeb.com

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Fire and Bellydance Playshops in Ohio

bliss-butterfly — Fri, 22 May 2009 01:10:09 GMT

Greetings Tribe,

My name is Bliss, in late June Ian Smith and I will be traveling through Ohio teaching classes in fire art and bellydance. We are from Oakland CA and we are looking forward to sharing skills as we travel to and from Wildfire. Here is our tentative schedule:

Columbus
June 25, 2009 location: TBA
6-7:15 Ian -Contact Staff Playshop
6-7:15 Bliss -Fire Bellydance Playshop
7:30-8:45 Ian "Spin from the Hip" Poi Playshop
7:30-8:45 Bliss Double Staff Dance Playshop
9-10:15 Ian & Bliss Partner Poi Playshop

Middletown
June 25th, 2009 Hosted by Raqdoll
5:00-6:15 Ian Poi Dance
5:00-6:15 Bliss Fire Bellydance

Cincinnati
June 25, 2009 at Koi Pond, 2008 Freemond Ave.
7:30-8:45 Ian Contact Staff
7:30-8:45 Bliss Fire Bellydance
9:00-10:15 Ian & Bliss Partner Poi Playshop

All Playshops are $25 for one, $40 for two, $55 for three
Discounts available for early registration at ianmichaelsmith.com

Blessings,
Bliss

Bliss Butterfly~

Bliss is a professional fire bellydance instructor & performer and an avid
student of the movement arts. She began her practice of yoga at fourteen
and incorporates the balance of acroyoga in dance prayerformances. She has
offered a variety of workshops at events and festivals which include
yoga, bellydance, hoop bellydance, fire bellydance, and double staff
dance. Her philosophy on the art of fire began and continues to stem from
a dance backround and gives emphasis to proper body mechanics, technique,
movement and interaction with fellow dancers. All workshops with Bliss
begin with warming up muscles with specific stretches for the areas of
repeated use in class. Bliss is a fiery bellydancer and enjoys sharing the
inspiration that is this community! www.blissbutterfly.com

PLAYSHOPS OFFERED BY BLISS BUTTERFLY

Beginning Bellydance: Study the ancient art of bellydance infused with
fresh breaths of modern style with Bliss! Learn to isolate body movements,
improve posture, increase body awareness, and dance with strength and
grace. A variety of music styles from traditional, electronica and hip hop
keep this class popping out of the box and locking it up.

Intermediate Bellydance: For dancers that have already studied bellydance
and are ready to refine skill and to discover ways to layer movements and
timing. Our warm up will begin with yoga and core strength training
exercises to advance our balance and poise. In this playshop we will pay
attention to detail of belly rolls and work on layering movements with
them. From there we will explore a wide range of shoulder possibilities
from slow and slinky to fast and tricky. Make your mind spin as we layer
movements and timing. Then we throw everything together and play with
combining slow movements with fast movements, levels and lots of laughter.
A short hafla and cool down will set the playshop to a close.

Fire Fan Bellydance: (All levels) In this playshop we will combine
bellydance with fire art dancing with fans. We will briefly discuss the
different types of fire fans, fuels and prop safety. Techniques for
spinning the fans as well as intricate formations combined with dance will
be explored as we refine ideas of presentation of the fire art in relation
to planes of the flames to the audience. Plan a workshop for your
bellydancing or fire art troupe and expand performance possibilities.

Fire Bellydance- (Intermediate) Learn to combine the movements of
bellydance with fire art. The possibilities of prop combination include
(but are not limited to) fans, palms, sword, poi, staff, double staff,
hoop or contact juggling. This class will begin with yoga to stretch and
condition the entire body, and to center into our movement and breath. We
will then drill several techniques of bellydance and learn a sequence of
dance to add our props to. Each prop is unique and will require a slight
difference of movement vocabulary, come prepared with the tools that you
feel most comfortable with so the focus can be on adding dance with your
favorite prop! We will end with a short cool down. Prior experience with
the prop of your choice is recommended for this playshop.

Double Staff Dance- (All levels) We will begin with a basic warm up
incorporating yoga postures, and an emphasis on wrist, elbow and shoulder
care. Then we will cover the concepts of beats, direction and timing to
gain orientation of our bodys' movements and the staffs' movements. We
will cover antispins, isolations, translations, newtons and some playful
dance to get you out of your head and into interacting with the audience
and your fellow flow artists. Let's dance! Some practice double staves
will be available, if you have them bring your own.

Ian Michael Smith~

I have been fire dancing for about eight years. Poi is my favorite and I
also spin staff, double staff, double whips, contact juggling, and ball
juggling. I currently perform with Vulcan Crew, Copper Lantern Fire
Theater, LumenAscent, Think13 and have recently started to work with Bliss
Butterfly. I am also a modern dancer. I have trained extensively in the
Axis Syllabus, and currently perform with Capacitor and Corpi Liquidi. I
was involved in founding the Spinagogue, and am currently involved in
creating Kindle, the first fire arts culture magazine.
ianmichaelsmith.com

PLAYSHOPS OFFERED BY IAN SMITH

Spin from the Hip (Int.)-This class is all about the pretty under-curve
that the wrist does when transitioning at the hip. We will examine
underutilized versions of moves you probably already know, like the 2-beat
weave, as well as some unusual turning techniques. Using the hip
transition can make the same pattern look completely different, and the
audience will notice the difference between the 3-beat and 5-beat weave.

Intermediate/Advanced Staff Spinning- This class will introduce off-center
grips and how they can be useful. The we will take a quick tour through
different ways to pass the staff from hand to hand, work on some pendulums
and non-linear planes and then learn technique that uses the body like a
lever to move the staff and how to use the momentum of the staff to
initiate body movement.

Intermediate Staff Dance- This Class will focus on interactions between
the staff and your body. We will do a quick overview of off-center
spinning then work with using the momentum of the staff to move your body
and visa versa. We will then work with aspects like quality and levels
and end with ways to utilize the hand that does not have the staff in it.

Poi Dance Techniques (All levels)- This class will focus on techniques and
drills I have found useful when learning to dance with poi. We will cover
pendulums, stalls, polyrhythum, turning, and hip transitions.

Beginning Contact Staff- This exiting class will introduce the building
blocks of contact staff allowing the staff to move around the body without
using the hands to grip. No experience is necessary, however basic staff
skills are recommended prior to taking this class. We will explore contact
points around the body, rolls vs. wraps, halos, movements necessary for
steves, and other useful contact moves that can be built upon for
intermediate and advanced contact staff.

PLAYSHOP OFFERED BY IAN AND BLISS

Partner Poi (Intermediate to Advanced)- The art of partner poi will add a
beautiful dynamic to performance while advancing skill level and
understanding of poi. This class will cover the basics of pendulums,
turns, timing and cues to discover ways of dancing around your partner
adding the necessary trust to advance in more difficult movements. Then
we will progress to intermediate partner poi moves of butterfly and tread
the needle gaining a greater understanding of planes. Finally explore more
advanced weave patterns and ways to interlock and transition between
different beat weaves and body orientation of you and your partner. All
participants should be able to do all these basic movements on their own
before attending this class. Please bring practice poi if you have them,
we will have some extra pairs to provide.

Here are some videos so you may see what kind of art we create. Hope you enjoy.

www.youtube.com/watch
vulcan xmas

www.youtube.com/watch
buugeng duet

www.youtube.com/watch
ian plane bending

www.youtube.com/user/VulcanVideo
ladies

www.youtube.com/watch
plane bending

www.youtube.com/watch
zion fire

www.youtube.com/watch
double staff @ fd bliss

www.youtube.com/watch
tur vul can

Blessings and bright fire,
Bliss Butterfly
bliss at blissbutterfly dot com

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May 21 - May 24

Rya — Sat, 16 May 2009 23:49:27 GMT

I'm going to be up in Cincy for my anniversary May 21-May 24. Are there any shows going on? Any restaurants I have to try? Shops I need to go to?
I refuse to eat at a chain restaurant when I'm sure there are some hidden gems up there. :-D

Thanks guys!

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Rockin' the 80's Bellydance Show

Kim — Wed, 13 May 2009 13:23:16 GMT

"Rockin' the 80's Bellydance Show" on Saturday, May 16 at 6:30pm.

Event: Rockin' the 80's Bellydance Show
What: Performance
Host: Avasa
Start Time: Saturday, May 16 at 6:30pm
End Time: Saturday, May 16 at 9:00pm
Where: Newport Masonic Lodge

Tickets are $8.00 at the door.

More info contact Avasa @ 513-205-1182

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Jill Parker Coming- July 25th in Lexington, Ky.

teresatomb — Tue, 05 May 2009 18:56:44 GMT

workshop and show details to soon follow!

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Leopard and Butterflies Costume for Sale

Molly — Mon, 04 May 2009 02:32:36 GMT

Includes:
Bra
Belt
Mermaid style skirt
sleeves

Bra A-B cup, band is 34 inches max
Belt fits up to 40 inches, front is 20, back is 20
skirt waist is 32-40 inches and hip are max 42
length is 41 inches but can easily be hemmed.

Only $149 plus shipping

[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u303/mrsnj20/08.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u303/mrsnj20/IMG_0105.jpg[/IMG]

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Open dancing, concert, and Al-Yanna and Dakarai dancers, May 2 11am-2pm

Hal — Fri, 01 May 2009 02:05:30 GMT

At the Uptown Farmer's market on Cheviot at Galbraith in northern Cincinnati, Dorian Hijaz, the Al-Yanna dancers, and the Dakari dancers will perform and host open damcing on Saturday, May 2 with the following schedule:

11am-noon - Music (only) from Dorian Hijaz

noon-1pm - Performances from Al-Yanna and Dakarai with live music from Dorian Hijaz emding with an open dance

1pm - 2pm - Open dancing to more music from Dorian Hijaz

No admission, no refreshments, bring your own chairs. This is an open-air market and there is an art show at the same time.

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Guess Whose on Twitter?!

jaecrazy — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 02:31:41 GMT

So as if Myspace, Facebook, Tribe AND my own website aren't enough, I just had to go and sign up for Twitter!!!

Its simple, fun, TIME CONSUMING, and I have to say i spend more time on Twitter than any of my other pages, lol. I'm PATHETIC!!!!!

Add me.

http://twitter.com/bellyjae

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LOOKING FOR TWO BELLY DANCERS FOR APRIL 25TH

aminah — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 22:59:18 GMT

Hello. We are looking for two belly dancers for an arabic night April 25th around 10:30 pm. We want one to dance for 15 minutes and the other for 15 minutes. Please send me an email to morenita2g@aol.com and let me know your availability. and prices for 15 minutes.

Thanks

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2010 GLBT Bellydance Tour....

jaecrazy — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:15:43 GMT

So, Amy Sigil of the prestigious Unmata in Cali is wanting to form a nationwide tour of bellydancers targeting local GLBT communites and its straight allies. I volunteered of course to help get the ball rolling here. It is a year away, and a date is way off as this in only in the brain storming stage. But it would kind of go like this.

Amy Sigil and some of her dancers tour the US. They stop in different cities for a huge show, including each cities local performers. Belly dancers, fire dancers, drag queens/kings, poetry, etc!!!!!! Then workshops the following day.

All of this is going on in the GLOW Raqs tribe. If ya wanna join in on the fun, follow the linkage........

http://tribes.tribe.net/glowraqs

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Cairo in Columbus 2009!!!

jenndances — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:02:22 GMT

Hey y'all! I'm teaching and performing - should be a raucous good time!! Don't miss out on this awesome event!

Chandara Gamal presents the 6th Annual Cairo in Columbus: A full-day Seminar & Concert Celebrating the Art of Middle-Eastern/American Bellydance!

Saturday, May 2, 2009
Xenos Christian Fellowship, Building "X" (Youth Center)
1290 Community Center Dr, Columbus, OH (Near the intersection of I-270 & Cleveland Ave)
BYOB (please drink responsibly) Complimentary hor d'oeurves (some gluten, soy & vegan-friendly choices available)

F E A T U R I N G
Nataj - Owner of (TM) Habeeba's Dance of the Arts, Cincinnati, OH
"Unveiling the Secrets of Double Veil"
(Students should bring a matching set of both rectangular and circular veils. The rectangular veils should be untrimmed, and the circular veils should have trim on the curved edge.

Jennifer Rose
Artistic Director of Raqdoll, Middletown, OH
"Sweet Chai"
The how, when & why to sprinkle peppery pops & locks into your dance. Learn to balance the usage of pops and locks with the sweetness of Raqs Sharqi to create a full-bodied fusion that transcends and honors both forms.

Laylia
Owner of Laylia's School of Bellydance, Columbus, OH
"The Life of a Drum Circle"
Learn to understand the life of a drum circle - how to work together to create a common language between dancer and drummer, as well as drummer to drummer, to give your drum circle or jam session a coherent and controlled sound that is easy to anticipate and follow,
and highlights the skills of both drummers and dancers.

S E M I N A R R A T E S
$30 ~ 2 hr class with Nataj
$10 ~ 1 hr drum class with Laylia
$30 ~ 2 hr class with Jennifer Rose
$55 ~ All Classes +1 concert ticket

E V E N I N G C O N C E R T
$10 ~ Performers
$15 ~ Spectators

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE
APRIL 18TH
(after April 18th, all rates increase by $5)

For your convenience, all tickets will be held at the door.

Schedule of Events
Seminar
8:45 am ................Check-in begins.
9:30 - 9:45.............Morning warm-ups with Certified Personal Trainer, Blair Hartley.
9:45 - 11:45...........Class with Nataj.
11:45 - 12 noon.....Cool downs/stretches with Certified Personal Trainer, Blair Hartley.
Noon - 1:00 pm.....Break for lunch (many lunch locations within 1 mile).
1:00 - 2:00 pm.......Drum class with Laylia.
2:00 - 2:15 pm.......Warm-ups with Blair Hartley, CPT.
2:15 - 4:15 pm.......Class with Jennifer Rose.
4:15 - 4:30 pm.......Cool downs/stretches with Blair Hartley, CPT
Concert
7:00 pm. - Doors open for evening concert.
8:00 pm. - Evening concert featuring over 20 performances
by soloists & troupes from all across the mid-west!

Maps & Directions
Take your best route to the intersection of I-270 & Cleveland Ave.on the northeast side of Columbus, Ohio. From I-270, take Exit 27 and go SOUTH on Cleveland Ave. At the first major intersection, turn RIGHT onto Community Park Drive. (There is an O'Charleys, McDonalds, and Home Depot on the corner.) Go 0.3 miles and Building "X" is on your right.

For further questions, or if you would like to perform in the show, please contact Chandara at Chandara@BellydanceColumbus.com or call 614-607-1320 or visit: www.bellydancecolumbus.com/

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Mar 21- 22 'The Dancer and the Dance' workshops: REVISED

Maura — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:18:30 GMT

REVISED:

Samovar LLC presents:
'The Dancer and the Dance' Workshop Weekend with Laylia and Ruric-Amari

Saturday, March 21, 2009
Samovar Dance Studio in the Mellwood Arts Center, Louisville KY
Easy access from I-71, I-64 and I-65.

10 am-noon: EARTH-WIND-SKY GYPSY DANCE THEATRE with Ruric-Amari.
Ruric will teach several unusual skirt dance combinations and then help you adapt them to interpret a broad spectrum of rhythm and emotion. Learn how to keep the skirt from controlling the dance and to express whatever the music calls for: slow sorrow to passionate exhilaration. Your skirt might become your favorite prop! BYO full skirt or borrow or buy one of ours. ($25)

1-4 pm: ZEN MIND, PERFORMANCE MIND with Laylia.
LAYLIA is a dance artist with a bewitching stage presence and a knack for teaching other dancers how to engage and bewitch their own audiences. Her stage personna is enchanting and completely unpredictable, and her ability to incorporate humor and comedy into her performances is stellar. Don't miss this! ($40)

8 pm: CONCERT and LOVELY LATE NIGHT party.
The one-hour dance concert will feature Laylia, Ruric, and several guests. It will be followed by a LOVELY LATE NIGHT dance party with lots of open dancing and refreshments! ($7)

Sunday, March 22, 2009

1-3 pm: DRUMMING with LAYLIA!
Laylia learned drumming a decade ago while performing with the Turkish band Turkana. Want to be a drumming dancer too? Bring your dombek, your large pan, or your flat-bottomed pot or trash can and enjoy this workshop! Yes, your favorite drummer-in-training is welcome! ($25)

For more information or to pay with PayPal: www.Ruric-Amari.com

O Body swayed to Music
O Brightening Glance
How can we know the Dancer
From the Dance? --W.B. Yeats

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Spring Fling Hafla

Tavi — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:53:25 GMT

It's time for a Spring Fling! Friday, March 20th is the first official day of Spring, and we're celebrating with a Spring Fling Hafla at Mike Elsass' Color of Energy Art Gallery in the Oregon District, Downtown Dayton, located at 16 Brown Street right across from Thai 9. We're starting the fun at 8pm and going until 11pm. Share your performance or come watch ours ~ just come ready to have fun and say "Good-bye Winter" and "Hello Spring!"

You can call me at (937) 369-6233 for more information or visit us at www.sandstorm.us

$5 donation requested at the door.

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Tribal Veil workshop March 21

Ericka — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:25:40 GMT

Phylis will be sponsoring a workshop with Teresa from Mecca (Sri Tara S'ita) on March 21, 1:00 -- 4:00, at the Cincinnati Mixed Martial Arts and Fitness Center 5728 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, 45248.

The cost to attend is $40...

Reserve your spot soon (I already paid for mine!). Space is limited....

All Levels Welcome !!!

A special surprise will be included in the class !!!

Phylis
513 961-3366
phylisstuart@yahoo.com

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2009

jaecrazy — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 02:14:09 GMT

So, dis year is going to Awesometastic!!!!!!!!

Bozenka is going to be @ Kira's Oasis in March. www. kirasoasis.com for deets.

I am trying to get Gwyn of Boncitta (Nashville TN) to come up this year for a workshop weekend, any hosts?? She mentioned she really wants to come up and play.

Gothalyptic is in June in Louisville, as is Cincinnati's Gay Pride Weekend and Festival in Northside. And I can't remember if the Anayalatorz will be at Summerfair @ Coney in May or June....... Mellie? Robyn??

August is holding captive Mira Betz in Lexington, and it sold in 2 weeks flat!!!!!

End of August or September will be Pride Night at King's Island.

October will host Cincinnati's GLBT Youth Summit at NKU.

I will post more info when more becomes available. And please post your events here too, and pix!!!! We need to get this tribe hopping again!!!!

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JUST A HEADS UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jaecrazy — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 18:03:17 GMT

I saw on Kira's webiste that Kami is still a POSSIBILITY in May. She MIGHT be there. BDSS is going nuts on her schedule and might be able to keep her contract with Kira.

We'll see, I hope she comes, I miss my Kami lama ding dong :D

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BDSS in Chicago March 28th

jaecrazy — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:37:35 GMT

So umm, I really wanna go because I haven't seen the BDSS in over a year, and everyone is raving over the new show. I'd love to do a road trip to Chicago if anyone is up for it! I will supply gas rations and my share of hotel fair and stuffs.

So c'mon girlies, lets start a caravan and make a weekend of it!!!!!

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For everyone not going to Island of Isis retreat....

jenndances — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:57:29 GMT

Anyone up for a low-key hafla at the Sorg Ballroom in Middletown on Friday, May 15th?

In addition to a small stage, great sound system, lots of room to dance - there is also a game room with pool tables, video games and tables to just hang out and have a small swap meet - work on costuming - plan future events - meet new people - and hey....if you're performing at Avasa's show on the 16th, you can even dry-run your piece!

I'll make it happen if there is enough interest - so post intent or PM me!

Likely entrance fee will be $5 per person...bring food to share and get in for $2.

Musicians are welcome!

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New With Tags~ Red and Gold Turkish Set! Anyone Interested?

Molly — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:26:29 GMT

I just got this today for my birthday but there is no way the hips are going to fit me. It still has the tags on it from the Bellydance Shop.
Bra band is up to 33.5"
Cups are 7x6 measured inside
Hips are 35.5"
It includes the bra, belt, arm cuffs and headband. (or you could make it into a choker)
I'm asking $199 which is what it cost so I can buy myself a birthday present that fits:)
If you are interested, I will also consider offers!
Thanks! Maali
http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u303/mrsnj20/?action=view&current=securedownload-1.jpg
http://s171.photobucket.com/albums/u303/mrsnj20/?action=view&current=securedownload.jpg

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Al-Yanna and Dorian Hijaz

Hal — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:54:14 GMT

We will be at the Xavier University Dance Marathon at 9pm on Friday with Dakarai Tribaret, helping break the monotony of the dance marathon. The plan is to do a half-hour set at 9pm and a shorter one at 10pm.

Web sites:

http://www.al-yannabellydancers.com/

http://dorianhijaz.110mb.com/

http://www.myspace.com/dorianhijaz

http://www.myspace.com/dakaraitribal

http://xudm.org/

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Tattoo artists?

jenndances — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 18:16:17 GMT

Hey y'all - I'm looking for references! I'm gonna take the plunge - I've got my design ready and now I need a tattoo artist. I'm looking for someone who can do delicate scrollwork freehand, isn't heavy handed, has a good vibe and is not a smoker.

Thanks!

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Hawaii with Delilah & Farhana

Delilah — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:18:43 GMT

Talk about fun fantasy and fitness.
Yes it's cold! AND it's not too late! Have to act F A S T ! Air is very resonable at the moment!
Wouldn't you love to be in Hawaii. Inhabiting your dancing body, soaking up sun, swimming and laughing with Delilah Princess Farhana Laura Rose and Musicians? Come learn how to optimally use the Power Belly Weight belts!
The theme is "Let US Entertain You"

2 programs Instructors and general course for all levels.
ALL DETAILS here alnog with video clips.
www.delilahs-belly-dance-retreat.com/
We have 2-3 spots open if you act fast .
Jan 23-Feb 1 2009

206 632-2353
oxox Delilah

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Possibly the hippest this town's been in a while.

Mina — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:26:00 GMT

This is a repost for Roma Boombox, and a cross post, but I thought you might enjoy hitting this night because of the wonderful Roma punk music and inherent boogey-abilty. You haven't partied 'til ya party like a Rom!

Roma Boombox says:
I just booked another night at the C & D in Northside (Cincinnati, Ohio). I will start DJing at 10 pm until 2 or 2:30 am.

NO COVER!!!!

I have my CD finished and i will bring a bunch with me, you can get one for $5.
" Live Long and Balkan.. "- one constant balkan beat jam with tasty flavors of all that makes music worth a damn!

But don't forget the 24th at the C&D in Northside!!!

I know the cold is makin you miserable.. come out and warm up with some sounds of the Balkans with Cincinnati's own King of the Balkan Dancehall: Roma Boombox!

OPA!!!

If you need directions or the address let me know..
I invite all bellydancers, burners, and everyone else out for the fun, dancing, drinking and all around good times!

Let's dance!

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Kira's Oasis 2009

jaecrazy — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 14:35:42 GMT

I was browsing the website and came upon the 2009 instructor list. Its not complete but it includes Taletha in January, Bozenka returns in March, and KAMI LIDDLE makes her debut in May!!!!!!

Whose excited???

MEEEE!!!!!!!!

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Kira's Next Friday?

Margarita — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:40:31 GMT

I'll be in town for a wedding and I'm hoping to make the jaunt up to Kira's Hafla:) Any chance I'll seem some friendly loved faces?
~margarita

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The Festival of Lights

jaecrazy — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:16:07 GMT

was a total disappointment this year. They now have all LED lights in the trees, and they suck! Most of the lights are white, but their not even white, they like a dull gray. They are not bright at all. Usually the zoo feels bright and festive, like it did wit the old lights, but with the new lights, its so dark and dreary. I think we were there an hour and 10 minutes and decided to leave. It was the one thing i looked forward to every year, but I will probably not be back.

:(

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Dec Workshops with Ruric-Amari in Louisville KY

Maura — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:07:19 GMT

December workshops with Ruric-Amari!
- - - - - - - - - - - - - -
WEEK 1: Dec 9, 10 and 11
- - - - - - - - - - - - - -
~ POINT OF BALANCE workshop (taught over 2 days): SOLD OUT
From water jugs to swords, to effectively dance with objects on your head you must understand and maintain control over your center of gravity and shift it around your body freely and without restraint or hesitation. You must then become comfortable with the different balance points throughout the body and begin to use these points to explore isolation in a new way. Then you are ready to learn to move beneath, with, and around any prop used for balancing including basket, candle, cane, or sword.
...Tues Dec 9 & Thur Dec 11, 7-9 PM
...$30 for both days
...$20 for one day

~ FAST START workshop: Designed for beginners and dancers who want to brush up on the fundamentals! Always a good review of the basics for any dancer. Includes a short choreography. Both of the December Fast Start workshops will be different from each other.
...Wed Dec 10,7-8:30 PM
...$15

~ INDIC IDIOM workshop: Bharatanatyam and Oriental Dance, when combined with respect, offer a new freedom and range in dance. The flowing musical movements of Oriental Dance, with its complete torso control, become the perfect complement to the ancient, exactly balanced science of Bharatanatyam, drawing its power from earthy feet and expressive eyes and hands. You will learn a break down of Bharatanatyam-inspired foot patterns, traveling steps, poses, hand gestures and head movements, then layer them with movements from oriental dance to create powerful and expressive combinations.
...Sat Dec. 13, Noon - 3 PM
...$25

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
WEEK 2: Dec 14, 16, 17 and 18
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
~ TURKISH DELIGHT workshop (taught over two days):
To explore dance as a Gypsy you must understand the unusual 9/8 rhythm, allow it to loosen your feet from the ground, and invoke a joyous Roma attitude. Explore cross steps, side steps, and back steps which let you make the most of your space and smoothly transition from one combination to another. Add delightfully Roma hand gestures and soft pelvic motions to your normal repertoire of shimmies and hip isolations to produce a joyful expression of dance.
...Tues Dec 16 and Thur Dec 18, 7-9 PM
...$30 for both days
...$20 for one day

~ FAST START workshop: Designed for beginners and dancers who want to brush up on the fundamentals! Always a good review of the basics for any dancer. Includes a short choreography. Both of the December Fast Start workshops will be different from each other.
...Wed Dec 17,7-8:30 PM
...$15

All workshops are at the Samovar Studio in the Mellwood Art Center studio in Louisville KY, easy to get to from I-64, I-65 and I-71. Maps and directions at http://www.Ruric-Amari.com .

For more information:
....www.Ruric-Amari.com
....email: Ruric-Amari@ruric-amari.com
....phone: 502-777-7317

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Hotel room for Kira's Oasis this Friday & Saturday?

Lauralana — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:18:19 GMT

Hey everyone!

I'm performing at Kira's hafla this Friday night, attending Tarasita's workshop and then performing at the VIP show that night. Would anyone want to share a hotel room for Friday night? I'd rather not have to drive back and forth.

Also, does anyone have any blue Eye Kandy I can borrow? Or maybe point me in the direction of a Eye Kandy dealer here in Cincy? I want my eyes to be sparkley blue to match my sparkley blue costume for the VIP show. :) I've been looking around at eye shadows but nothing is as sparkley as Eye Kandy!!

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"Saffy Raks Benefit" 11/22/2008 in Newport KY

Hal — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 18:40:04 GMT

Zahara is organizing a benefit event for Safiyyah, a dancer with Mystic Hips in Louisville. She has M. S. and a 4-month-old baby (a really tough combination) and mounting medical bills as a result. Artists contributing their performance include Mayan Ruins, Dante's Gypsy Circus, Al-Yanna Dancers, and many others. Make a $10 donation at the door, buy a Mayan Ruins Live CD, and bid on a performance by Dante's Gypsy Circus at a party of your own. It will be a great show with diverse artists from all over the area. See Zahara's MySpace page at http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=95387036&blogID=445278326 for more details.

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Nov 1-2: Karim (Turbo Tabla) Nagi: Discounts for Teachers & early birds!

Maura — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:17:25 GMT

MEDSOK presents......KARIM (Turbo Tabla) NAGI
'Tradition Re-Imagined'
November 1 & 2, 2008
Clifton Center, Louisville KY

Workshop details, directions, and registration forms are at www.MEDSOK.org.

DISCOUNTS: We have Early Bird, Member and Teacher discounts this year.
1 - EARLY BIRD: Register by 10/15 to get a free pair of ‘canes’ for the Sat AM session.
2 - MEMBER: Join MEDSOK to get Member discounts or to dance in the Concert.
3 - MEMBER family: Spouse, parent, child or significant other may take the AM or the PM Saturday session for half-price.
4 - TEACHER: All teachers earn a discount of $10 per student if they register 3 or MORE students for the SATURDAY workshop. Teachers may apply their discount to their own or to student workshop fees.

KARIM SAYS: 'My teaching and performance transcend the distinctions. I regularly teach the Traditional, Old Guard and Cabaret schools, and I am also consistently invited to the major Tribal festivals. I am a native Egyptian, but am well acclimated to the American teaching style (highly verbal, and systematic with clear breakdowns, and I supply notes). I also teach at the university level. As a performer I have created pure tradition, as well as hybrid/fusion work. But don't let all the credential-stuff color your opinion: my classes are fun and funny. '

Our weekend with Karim is designed to appeal to women and men, dancers & musicians. And our new venue in the heart of the lively restaurant scene on Frankfort Ave boasts a theatre with a large stage, balcony, sound, lights and dressing room. It will be a wonderful weekend!

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1st: Five hours of instruction. $60 members, $80 all others. Vending by Donna Carleton and Nashwa.

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM: TAHTEEB & ASSAYA (for men and women). Have more fun on stage! Dancing with sticks and canes is a quintessential expression in Egyptian village dance. Karim teaches a bold yet graceful unisex cane style that incorporates the male Tahteeb bravado & mock combat AND the Assaya flirtation and spunk. Karim teaches with the straight cane (we'll use dowels) and covers all the basic spins, flips and strikes, utilizing both hands for the entire lesson. Double cane is also taught, culminating in a short "friendly battle" choreography. Register by Oct 15 and we provide your (autographed) 'canes'!

2:00 - 4:30 PM: MUSICALITY FOR DANCERS (and musicians who play for dancers). This is a movement class that will help the dancer become the physical personification of Arabic music. Karim will demystify Arabic music by identifying and explaining several recurring themes, guiding students through several songs, and leading students in dancing to each theme. The class covers Taksim, Melodic themes, Vocal vs. instrumental songs, Rhythms & rhythm changes, Melodic modulation, Song structure, Orchestration & Instrumentation. Musicians will not need instruments for this class. They can consider it a lecture, so that they can learn what will make a dancer react, and how.

8:00 - 10:00 PM: DANCE CONCERT by MEDSOK dancers and featuring Karim Nagi, who will be treating us to one of his vibrant and energetic solo performances combining both dance and drumming. $5 members, $10 all others.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd: Three hours of instruction. $35 members, $40 all others.
10:00 AM -1:00 PM: SAGAT & ZILLS (Dancers and percussionists, all skill levels). Karim promises to transform dancers into musicians with his distinctive and effective zill method utilizing drum techniques and an ambidextrous approach. The class includes dance combinations, solo patterns, musicality, and when-and-when-not to play within an Arabic song. Dance luminary Laurel Victoria Gray incorporated Karim's approach into her own curriculum, and Artemis repeatedly invites him back to teach at her Folk Tours Camp. This class will enlighten amateurs and inspire professionals.

LOCATION: The beautiful and historic Clifton Center at 2117 Payne St, Louisville KY, in the heart of the lively Frankfort Ave restaurant scene. Lots of parking.

WORKSHOPS: Doors open at 9 am both days. Vending on Saturday only. Some zills will be available for sale on Sunday.

CONCERT: Doors open at 7 PM. Concet at 8 PM. The Center theatre has a large stage, balcony, dressing room, lights and sound system. No videotaping w/o permission. No flash cameras. Dancers must be MEDSOK members and take the Saturday workshop to perform.

DISCOUNTS:
...EARLY BIRD: Karim recommends learning stick dancing with wooden dowels as straight canes. Register by 10/15 to get a free pair of the 'canes' he recommends.
.. MEMBER: Join MEDSOK to get Member discounts or to dance in the Concert;
...MEMBER family: Spouse, parent, child or significant other (NOT friends or acquaintances) may take either the AM or the PM Saturday session for half-price ($40). This discount is NOT on the registration form since it wasn't decided on until September. Members should send in a separate registration form for their guest attendee with a note in the margin indicating which session the guest is attending.
...TEACHER: All teachers, members or not, earn a discount of $10 per student if they register 3 or more STUDENTS for the SATURDAY workshop. Teachers may apply their discount to their own or to student workshop fees.

PAYMENT: Checks payable to MEDSOK. Mail to:
Maura Enright
PO Box 6516
Louisville KY 40206

No refunds unless event is canceled.
Questions? email MEDSOK@att.net, see MEDSOK.org or TurboTabla.com

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Veils, veils veils

dyani_saxby — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:31:43 GMT

Any body have one or 2 they'd like to sell?

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Better late than never?

MissMellie — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 22:19:08 GMT

Looking for something to do tomorrow? I know the weekend is a busy one in terms of local dance events, but if anyone is still looking for something fun to do...

Tomorrow, Aida of San Francisco is joining us at Habeeba's Cincinnati for a day of workshops and an evening show.
Here's a link to the flyer and regiatration info:
www.habeebas.com/cincinnati/events.htm

And here's a link to Aida's website:
www.aidaofsanfrancisco.com/aida.html
Personally, I have to say that I'm very excited to hear Aida's take on the interplay between dancers and musicians, because she is well-versed in both middle eastern dance and music. Look at her website for her pedigree, it's impressive.
And I think we should make her sing :).

The show starts at 7:30 and will feature Habeeba's Dance Company, the Zaghareets, Dyani, Erica, Raks al Dounya, Azha, Jocinda, Ruric, the Oasis Flappers, Anaya Gypsy and many more. And as a side note, we're proud to introduce Anaya's student troupe, Eshne Dance! (Eshne means "little fire".)

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Worls Rhythms liquidation sale

Hal — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 14:19:55 GMT

The World Rhythms and Movement Center is shutting down.
They are selling EVERYTHING - drums, stage lighting, music systems, curtains, CDs and DVDs, costume accessories, and so on.

Sat Oct. 18th 9am-1pm
Sun Oct. 19th 11am-3pm
4719 Vine Street
St. Bernard

Gaiananda will find a new home, but the time to go buy is right now.

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AZIZA WEEKEND @ KIRA'S OASIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jaecrazy — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:00:25 GMT

Ok short notice but is anyone taking any of the workshops? I was able to come up with some money and wanted to know if anyone was heading up Friday night for the hafla and taking her Saturday workshop. I will pay my way in gas and split the room fare. I don't want to pay for the workshop until I know I have a way up and back :)

Let me know pretty please? :)

Love ya's!

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Anaya Gypsy - Van Ghosts and Other Hauntings

Robyn — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 14:49:33 GMT

AG will provide creepy dance atmosphere at the Cincinnati Art Museum, Wednesday, October 8th before the Ghost Tour begins at 9:00 p.m. The museum is at 935 Eden Park Drive.

This FREE event is the last in our on-going involvement with this year's 20/20 Festival.

Hope to see you there.

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X-Post - Valizan interviewed for Dayton, OH

Tavi — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 23:32:37 GMT

Terry Morris, our local arts writer for the Dayton Daily News, a journalist trained in ballet by DCDC (that's pretty cool if you know anything about Dayton Ballet - who beat out NY and Houston several years running as best ballet company). Well... He did a really nice interview on Valizan, who's coming here this weekend. Turns out Terry was intrigued because of the journalist/dancer link...

http://www.activedayton.com/dayton/content/index/things-to-do/

Doing total happy dance. =0)

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Call for performers!

MissMellie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:28:48 GMT

Anyone interested in sharing a stage with the venerable Aida of San Francisco?

Habeeba's is once again hosting their Halloween extravaganza "Harem Scarem", with guest instructor Aida, and a nighttime show.
The event is Saturday October 18th, in Cincinnati.

Anyone interested in performing in the show should contact Katy at: agdance at gmail dot com.
As a courtesy to Aida we ask that all performers also sign up for the day's workshop; you will receive a 20% discount.
Message me or email Katy if you want more information.

Some info about Aida al Adawi:
Aida is an original member of Bal Anat and student of Jamila Salimpour, she has devoted her life to the study of Middle Eastern music, dance and language. She plays the oud, mizmar, and riqq among other instruments and has been dancing and performing since 1971.
Her website:
http://aidaofsanfrancisco.com/aida.html

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Valizan ATS Workshop in Dayton OCT 3rd & 4th

Tavi — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 02:51:14 GMT

Valizan in Dayton October 4th & 5th

On Saturday, October 4th, Valizan will be teaching ‘Tribal 101: Basics of American Tribal Style (FCBD)’ from 10:00 a.m.-Noon, and ‘Tribal 201: Advanced Moves and Combinations’ from 1:00 pm.–3:00 p.m.

Because we have had so many ask… on Sunday, October 5th, Valizan will be teaching ‘Tahtiib Basics (Egyptian marital stick dance)’ from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m…

Day One $45.00
Day Two $25.00

Two-day Workshop $60.00 before August 31st, $65 before day of workshop, $70 at door (if we have space).

Belly Boo Bash $15.

If you want to dance in Belly Boo, you will need to be enrolled in both days of the workshop. Please call Gayle at 937-369-6233 or Deniz at 937-602-3788 if you have any questions.

About Valizan:
Valizan began his journey into Middle Eastern dance in 1995 when he joined The Society For Creative Anachronism, an educational group that learns about the Middle Ages by recreating it. Teachers Rayah Blackstar and Moria The Black instilled basic technique, while classes with the sublime Roula Said took him to a new plateau. Current influences include Yasmina Ramzy, Fat Chance Belly Dance, Jillina, Rachel Brice, Francisco Carranza and Aziz of Salt Lake City.

As one of few male belly dancers in North America, he has become a sought after solo performer and teacher across Canada and The U.S. for his powerful style and energy. He also heads up his own troupe, Shades Of Araby. Local appearances include Arabesque Dance Company's Asala, The International Belly Dance Conference Of Canada, Tribally Inspired, Northern Migration, The Dark Side, Face Zenna at the Royal Ontario Museum and The Bewitching Bellydance Ball. He also headlined In The Heat Of The Hafla in Milwaukee and appeared at Cabin Fever in Buffalo, NY.

He was recently honored to have been included in the 2007 Men Of Middle Eastern Dance Calendar put out by male belly dancer Jim Boz.

He began teaching American Tribal Style belly dance at Arabesque Academy in 2004, and became an apprentice in the Arabesque Dance Company in November 2005 when he began training in Egyptian Folklore with Yasmina Ramzy. He is honored to be a lead dancer in the Arabesque Dance Company Men's corps, and in the new project, The Righteous Rogues Of Raks.

Valizan also holds a degree from The Ryerson School Of Journalism.
The learning continues...

www.arabesquedance.ca/home.php
shadesofaraby.valizan.com/

Deniz’s Original Annual Charity event is BACK!
10th Annual Belly Boo Bash will be on Saturday, October 4th, 2008 in the Historic Oregon District.
Come one, come all for a great cause. Tickets are only $15, and all proceeds go to the charity. This year’s charity is the Lakota Indian Nation. Many are living in sub-standard housing, with no heat, running water or electricity. Many children don’t have a winter coat. The sad thing is that this is going on right here in America. So let’s do something to help out and come in your most ghoulish gear and be prepared to scare.
If you are interested in dancing in the event, please call Deniz at 937-602-3788. Spots are limited so call her quick! In addition to the workshop earlier that day, Valizan will be performing that night. The event will be held at the new PlayThink Learning location at 411 E Fifth Street in the middle of the Historic Oregon Distric. There will be plenty of parking now that the city of Dayton is sending 1.3 mil to create more places for people to park. Show starts at 8:pm and will be done when we’ve squeezed all the fun we can out of the night. Open dancing, yummy treats, raffle items, plus anything else we can think up to make the night an exceptional evening to remember.
Visit www.caravanworkshops.com to learn more.

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Tonight! Tonight! Tonight!

jenndances — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 12:12:36 GMT

It's Vaudeville Nights in Middletown at the Sorg Opera House! It's a blend of old and new Vaudeville to help raise funds for the restoration effort at the Sorg. Lots of fantastic music from Steven D. Conley, slapstick humor from Vaudie and Bawdie (Ericka and Jenny), goblet dancing by Deniz, fire dancing by Raqdoll, Miss Milea on silk aerial, Madame Gigi's Outrageous French CanCan dancers, magic with Dennis and yours truly will rock your socks.

And here's the best part - it's only $5 to get in (10 and under are free!) - where you can you get a show this good for $5?! So come on down for an awesome night of Vaudeville in one of Ohio's oldest working theatres!

Doors open at 7:30 pm show starts at 8 pm
Sorg Opera House
57 S. Main St. Middletown, Ohio

www.myspace.com/vaudevillenights

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Behind the Veil, workshop and gala show

MissMellie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:35:24 GMT

Mark your calendars and get ready for Behind the Veil!

Nataj and Habeeba's are bringing Elena Lentini of NYC to town for a workshop and amazing show on September 13th.
The show will be a top-notch professional production featuring over 30 performers, and will follow the evolution of oriental dance through ages, styles, and fusions.

Detailed info and registration form available through this here link:
http://habeebas.com/cincinnati/events.htm

List of performers as of 8/28:
Starring Elena Lentini of New York, and featuring Alhambra Troupe, Anaya Gypsy, Azha, Conchi, Deniz, Ergallis, Habeeba’s Dance Company, Habeeba’s Oriental Troupe, Jocinda, Kira, Laylia, Nataj, Rakadu Gypsy and more.

Can you believe that lineup? I CAN'T!
Hope to see some of you there!

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Sunday, August 24 At Findlay Market

Hal — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:47:23 GMT

The Al-Yanna dancers will perform from noon to 2 on Sunday, August 24 at Findlay Market. It's an open performance with free admission.

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WINNERS Midwest Bellydance Challenge (8/23) Chicago, IL

BellydancerMariah — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:37:54 GMT

Congratulations to all!!!

Student Soloist Category
1st Galiah Lavan (IL)
2nd Lisha (IL)
3rd Nasim (WI)
People's Choice Lisha (IL)

Troupe Category
1st Gaia Rising (IL)
2nd Ashar Dance Company (WI)
3rd Ro-He (IL)
People's Choice Safiya Dafiya (IL)

Tribal Soloist
1st Marci Ann (IL)
2nd Mae the Bellydancer (IL)
3rd Jezminda (IL)
People's Choice Marci Ann (IL)

Pro Cabaret Category Finalists:
Drea (IL)
Tipsuda (NJ)
Mariah (OH)
Shahina (IL)
Galatea (WI)
Nandi (MO)
Shara (MO)
Amanda Rose (AZ)

Pro Cabaret Category:
1st Amanda Rose (AZ)
2nd Shara (MO)
3rd Mariah (OH)
People's Choice Mariah (OH)

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Saturday, August 23rd!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jaecrazy — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:16:34 GMT

I'm dancing in a drag show in Northside! :)

For those whove been asking when I'll be doing a local gig, well here it is. I'm dancing in Maxine Malone's "Tribute to the Big Glass Extravaganza". Come see the queens, and the only bellydancer in the show:)

Club Bronz (formerly Jacobs)
4029 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati OH, 45223

Showtime roughly 11pm!

Ages 18+

If there is even a cover charge, i think its only $3 after 11pm.

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drum students

Dakarai Tribaret — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:52:31 GMT

Troupe in Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati area looking for drummers and/or drumming students who would like to practice with tribal dancers. Contact dakaraitribal@yahoo.com

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Geisha Moth

Rachel Jade — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 17:42:41 GMT

Have you seen the new Geisha Moth model??!?

Check out the pic in my profile and leave a comment and help me win a new GM dance top!!!!!

Thankyouthankyouthankyou!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

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Newport Levee Saturday 8/9 7pm

Hal — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 18:22:05 GMT

Al-Yanna Dancers are appearing 7-9pm on Saturday at Newport n the Levee. It is an open-air performance with free admission. The Inland Seafood Festival is going on at the same time, so dinner is available, too.

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Carnival of Evil 2008 - Tickets on sale today!

Zahara — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:27:54 GMT

Presenting the first annual...

Carnival of Evil 2008
and our gothic/bellydance theatre production of "Dreadful Playthings"

DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, WE'VE ADDED A SECOND SHOW!

This year's "dreadful" cast:
Avasa (Cincinnati), Hadara (Lexington), Taletha & Letha (Louisville), Selimah & Osiris (Louisville), Navitas Tribal (Cincinnati), Natasha (Dayton), Qamara (Columbus), Epona (Cincinnati), Karma Geddon (Cincinnati), Jenny Charlton (Northern Kentucky), Chimera (Cincinnati), Rhiannon (Cincinnati) and Zahara (Cincinnati)...
PLUS...
original music by Mayan Ruins!

PLEASE NOTE: Seating is limited, so we're selling tickets early! If you'd like to purchase tickets, you can do so by contacting one of the spooky performers listed above, or by visiting www.ZaharasTangledWeb.com and going to the bottom of the home page for more details.

The Carnival of Evil 2008
Saturday, October 4th
Sunday, October 5th
Leapin Lizard Gallery (on Main Street in Covington)
Festivities begin at 6:00 both days
Saturday show time: 8:00 PM
Sunday show time: 7:00 PM (note earlier time)
Tickets $20 in advance ($25 at the door)

Featuring kick-off entertainment with fire arts by Dante's Gypsy Circus!
Enjoy private shopping in the Gallery, tarot & palm readings, raffle prizes, cash bar, AND vendors (complete list will be posted online soon)!

Your ticket to Saturday's show also gets you into the afterparty with spooky tunes spinning until midnight!

This year's performance... "Dreadful Playthings"
A young child falls asleep, only to have a nightmarish vision of the toys in the nursery coming to life. All is NOT well in this playland, as narrated through original nursery rhymes depicting the twisted characters and their dreadful deeds!
(Sorry folks... this year's performance may not be suitable for young children!)

Drop me a note if you have any questions - hope to see you all there!
Zahara

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Alhambra Night!

MissMellie — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:16:59 GMT

Hey folks, tomorrow is Conchi's annual Alhambra Night. It's a really fun all-day event with a bellydance bazaar and show in the evening.
Details are here:
http://conchi.homestead.com/alhambranight.html

Anaya Gypsy will be performing in the show along with lots of other great folks. And a bunch of us got our old costumes, jewelry, and wares together and I'm hosting an "Anaya Table" at the bazaar. Come find a bargain, and then stay for the show!

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hooping in Cincinnati

hoopTdoo — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:38:40 GMT

I am hoping to find others in the Cincinnati area who hoop...

Please let me know.

Am also looking forward to the Alhambra performances this weekend.

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Navitas and Nevik in Conchi's show this Sat.

Ericka — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:51:17 GMT

Navitas will be dancing this Sat July 19 at Conchi's show Alhambranight: http://conchi.homestead.com/alhambranight.html

We'll be dancing to the fabulous drumming of Nevik: www.legionofdoumbek.com ... and we've put together something a little bit different. heh heh...

C'mon out - we'd love to see your smiling face!

Ericka
www.myspace.com/navitasdance

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MECCA WEEKEND DILEMMA!!!!!!!!!!

jaecrazy — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 03:55:53 GMT

Poor Lori, the girl i have come down to Mecca the past 2 times and who I had planned on coming down to Mecca this weekend cannot make it. Her poor little car broke down. So..... I am a leedle stranded! I of course already have money for gas and will pay my share of hotel tab. I'll crash on the floor or a tub or a porch...... anybody?

I will be toting a large suitcase since I will be bringing my make up and costuming.......

PRETTY PLEASE??????????

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Moria and Zoe workshops

MissMellie — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:00:14 GMT

Saw this and thought some Cincinnati folks might be interested (Knoxville is my hometown and is only about 3.5 hours south of here, straight down I-75). Gypsy Hands are a collection of lovely ladies and they're bringing Moria and Zoe to TN for some workshops! Check out their Tribe for details, here's the original post:

Heads up guys and dolls

Gypsy Hands is hosting a workshop with Moria Chappell
August 2 and 3 right here in lovely Knoxville, Tn

Then in November (5-9?) we host Zoe Jakes for a week long intensive!

stay tuned for more details coming soon!

Make your travel plans, these are gonna be some great workshops!

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Free vending and performance opportunity!

jenndances — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:17:04 GMT

Hey y'all - these don't come around very often, so I thought I'd post it for your consideration....

Free vending at Sorgfest in Middletown Ohio, Saturday July 19th! Sorgfest is looking for merchandise vendors (sorry, no food or beverage vendors) - there is no charge for vending space, but you will need to call and reserve your spot as soon as possible. POC is Tom: 937-580-7695.

Sorgfest is a single-day event from noon-midnight and will feature live music, XVW Wrestling exhibitions, a playground and various other activities, including a Guitar Hero tournament in the evening.

Also, if you want to dance - let ME know and I'll get you in! Times available for performing are between noon and 2 p.m. other than that, we'd have to squeeze you in between bands (and if you have a band that wants a slot, get a hold of me and I'll see what I can do!) and I can't guarantee you'll perform on-time. Performing is pro-bono - the festival organizers are not charging admission nor are they charging vending fees - they are simply trying to bring some attention to the good things they're doing in downtown Middletown by throwing a huge party.

Shimmies!
-Jennifer Rose (aka Fabala)

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The Black Drum - "Rakshasa" Free Music Downloads!

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:01:40 GMT

"Rakshasa" was born out of a six-week break from touring with the crazy notion that there would be time enough for one person to write, rehearse, record, mix, master, and design art for a complete package. This personal challenge was met and became a reality despite so little time. Music from "Rakshasa" has been used in films, commercials,and for various choreographies created by dance troupes from around the country. In thanks to the amazing support that "Rakshasa" has received, I am gifting it to the community as a free download. The follow-up CD should be completed by November '08. Thanks to everyone for making "Rakshasa" such a positive learning experience!

It's time to give back the love! Pass the word around. :-)

Here's the link: http://legionofdoumbek.com/

p.s. If you like the drumming, feel free to visit my other project Teribus on the web. We will release our first CD on August 4th at the Pennsic War. You can listen to demos (work in progress) at http://www.myspace.com/teribusmusic

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

teresatomb — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:22:58 GMT

...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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Poi Workshop with Cherie Haas June 23, 2008

srichardson — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 18:02:50 GMT

Place: Ft Thomas Park on the stage
Time: 7:00-9:00 (possible fire poi demonstration at 9:00)
Cost: $20
Any level poi spinner is welcome
Practice poi will be for sale at $7/set

Hope to see you there.

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Gothalyptic June 28-29

Letha — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 18:25:00 GMT

Goth BD festival June 28-29

Featuring Asharah
Taletha (Louisville)
Zaharah (Cincinnati)
Sri Tarasita (Lexington)
Dave (Snakes Rising - Cinci) for a drumming class
Red Camel vending - open to the public Plus many others
Show at Fuzion NIght Club in Louisville.

INFO at TL2Productions.com

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LOOKING FOR MOROCCAN DANCER

aminah — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:49:47 GMT

We are looking for either a Moroccan dancer or someone that know Moroccan style dance for our event on June 29th..Please email me at morenita2g@aol.com if interested

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Carnival of Evil - Performers Selected!

Zahara — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:48:28 GMT

I wanted to thank everybody who has submitted ideas for participating in this year's Carnival - the response so far has been tremendous, and I appreciate everybody's support! A lot of people have volunteered to be part of the production, which is really wonderful. Again, thank you very much!

As posted earlier, the show will be on Saturday, October 4, 2008. Ticket information and more details will be posted soon!

Stay tuned...
Z

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Sun June 8: Delsarte for Dancers returns to Louisville!

Maura — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 23:47:53 GMT

Samovar Dance LLC presents:

Joe Williams RETURNS to teach the Delsarte System of Expression for Dancers!

Sun, June 8, 1:30 - 4:30 pm $35.00
Samovar Dance Studio at 300 Distillery Commons
Louisville 40206 (next to Headliners on Lexington Rd)

(Yes! We bring him back because we want to take a workshop from him again!)

What do Morocco of NYC (noted authority on Middle Eastern dance) and the Juillard School in NYC have in common? Both have Joe Williams on their faculty teaching the Delsarte system!

Delsarte gesture & movement principles add emotional depth to your technique & improvisation...improve communication with your audience...and identify movement patterns that are limiting the expressive use of your body. And Joe Williams is THE acknowledged expert on Delsarte!

This workshop will (re)introduce the basics of body language as revealed by Delsarte, describe straightforward but little-known techniques for communicating with your audience, and teach Delsarte exercises that establish the qualities of Beauty, Power and Presence in any dancer. This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity for Kentuckiana dancers of all disciplines and skill levels to come to grips with the challenge of dancing what they feel and feeling what they dance. If you are a dancer or a choreographer at any skill level you need to be here!

Joe got rave reviews from the attendees at the April workshop. This longer workshop will present new material as well as a refresher on the original stuff. It is hard to believe how informative this workshop is until you take it... and Joe has devised a structure which is lucidity itself. He doesn't leave students lost, bewildered or confused. There were dozens of a-ha! moments each hour. He truly is amazing.

$35 tuition includes admission to the Shake Your Tail Feathers party that will be held after the event. Joe will be vending a supplementary Practice Guide to students who wish to purchase one.

For directions, details, or to pay by PayPal:
www.Ruric-Amari.com (502) 777-7317

=========================================================================

"Joe Williams has single-handedly brought the wonderful principles and authentic teachings of real Delsarte back to life and to us. It's a necessary addition that improves any performing Art and Joe's clear, loving and gentle explanations make it so much easier for any student to grasp and employ for their betterment. He is simply inspiring." -- Morocco

Joe Williams has been successfully reviving interest in the Delsarte acting method with his workshops and seminars since 1997. Joe says: The Three Pillars approach teaches how body, mind, and spirit are not abstract principles but show themselves in every part of your body and every movement you make. Whether your style is Tribal, Fusion, Cabaret or Folkloric, you will see that all dance steps and gestures are various words from the alphabet of those three principals. Delsarte's principles of gesture are a powerful tool for developing body awareness for any number of ends.

The Delsarte method is the historically acknowledged source of the inspirations of Isadora Duncan, Ruth St. Dennis, and the entire Dennishawn School (including students Martha Graham and Doris Humphrey). Delsarte's work was praised by some of the greatest minds of the day, from scientists to religious scholars, musicians, and artists. Even renowned yogis mentioned it with the greatest respect. His system is a thorough examination of voice, breath, movement dynamics, line and form in their roles as expressive agents. Contemporary thought might recognize that he had uncovered the world of archetypes and universal symbolism. Unfortunately, the Delsarte system's popularity was its undoing in America. Within the span of twenty years it became a fad and then a frenzy, degenerated into a culture of studied posing, fell into disrepute, and disappeared... ...until Joe Williams decided to revive Delsarte's original system, that is. In the field of Delsarte for Middle Eastern Dance, he is now on the faculty of Morocco and the Casbah Dance Experience and has taught seminars and performed for BellyJam, Stars of the East, and Shakira in Columbus, Ohio. In 2005 he became a member of the faculty of the Dalcroze Institute at the Juilliard School in New York City, marking the first time in recent history that Delsarte has been taught as a valid and practical training method at a major school of fine arts.

Joe Williams, a resident of NYC, has been creating workshops and seminars on Delsarte since 1997. He is on the movement faculty for the Dalcroze Institute at Juilliard, and has been a guest teacher and Artist in Residence for Lori Belilove's Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation in New York. Williams has taught Master Classes for the Dance Department at Iowa State University, Wright State University, Ocean County Performing Arts Academy in NJ, Corporeal arts Inc. and at the Omaha Healing Arts Center. He has taken Delsarte to the Star Island Retreat Center for a week of dance, and used Delsarte to teach body language as a guest lecturer for communication classes at Mercy College, Bronx Community College and the School for Visual Art in Manhattan. An article in Mime Journal's 2005 special edition on Delsarte has brought him international recognition for his work in Delsarte and he has been consultant and teacher for the first scholarly thesis on the subject to be written in France, Francois Delsarte's homeland.

In the field of Middle Eastern Dance (MED) , he is on the faculty of Morocco and the Casbah Dance Experience, and has taught seminars and performed for Bellyjam, Stars of the East, Shakira in Columbus, Ohio, and special appearances with Su'ad and Farasha, in Connecticut, Vermont and New Jersey. Joe's work with Delsarte has been featured in articles in the MED publications WAMEDA (July-August 2000) and Zaghareet! (Sept - Oct 2000). His involvement in MED began in 1985 when Joe joined the Dayton Ethnic Dance Ensemble, which studied historically accurate Middle Eastern dance. In 1986 he began to work on the dance of the Whirling Dervish, which he has been performing consistently since 1994, most notably for the Institute of Ethnicity, Culture and the Modern Experience at Rutgers Universtity and the New School University Diversity Initiative in New York.

A teacher of dance, voice and yoga, Joe has a BA in organizational and interpersonal communications and a minor in theater from Wright State University, where he was the artistic director for the "Rolling Stock" theater group, helping to write and produce touring shows that presented the talents of differently-abled students. He was a scholarship student in ballet at the Dayton Ballet and Dayton Contemporary Dance schools (becoming assistant business manager of the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company for one year), and taught communication workshops for the Wright State School of Medicine for 6 years. His performing credentials include dinner theaters in the Midwest, where he danced and sang his way in numerous musicals including "George M", "Fiddler on the Roof," "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers," "Phantom," "Annie,"and several holiday reviews. He has also appeared as vocal soloist in oratorios with regional orchestras and with the Upper West Side Opera Association in Manhattan.

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Dayton, OH 2008 Belly Boo & the super-spectacular Valizan October 4 & 5

Tavi — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 19:03:57 GMT

Dayton, OH 2008 Belly Boo & the super-spectacular Valizan October 4 & 5

Mark your calendars!

Deniz did some soul searching, and checking to make sure there are no other local events happening that same weekend, she has decided to bring back her original Belly Boo fundraising event October 4th, 2008, along with our special guest , uber-super Valizan, teaching traditional FCBD ATS (beginning in the morning, advanced that afternoon). Sunday will be semi-private lessons in Tahtib - tell all your guys who love to dance!!! More details (location and registration) will be coming soon.

We missed her event last year since starting Belly Boo and Caravan of Hope back in the mid-90's. We're so glad she's back. ;-P I do know tickets to the show will be $15, and once all expenses are met (location rental, etc. - so any donations mean more $$ to the charity) all proceeds from Belly Boo will be going to the charity chosen. She is researching that right now, wanting the money to go to actual "good works" vs. administration (Anything over 10% administration starts getting shaky). Anyway - Suggestions welcome! As Ghandi said - "Be the change you wish to see."

Blessings,
VF

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It's that time again...Summerfair!

Robyn — Wed, 21 May 2008 15:34:40 GMT

Anaya Gypsy Dance Co. will be dancing once again at Summerfair. Our performance begins at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 31st at Coney Island's Moonlite Gardens. We'll be doing improv, choreo, zils, swords, and awesomeness, also featuring our Intermediate Class. Come on out and enjoy the show!

Who else is dancing?

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Deadline for Early Discount on Mira, Liz, Zoe Workshops- May 30th

teresatomb — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:13:56 GMT

Hi dancers,

The deadline for the early registration discount for workshops with Mira Betz, Zoe Jakes and Liz Strong is this Friday May 30th. Registrations must be postmarked the 30th to receive this discount.
(discount is $130 for all 3 workshops)

...The Dynamic Trio!!!!!

Liz Strong, Mira Betz, and Zoe Jakes @ Mecca!!!
Workshops at Mecca (451 Chair Ave. Lexington, Ky.) and Performance (@ Blue Moon)
July 5-6, 2008

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- @ The Blue Moon on Euclid Ave. Lexington, KY. 40502

doors open 7:30pm
show: 8pm
tickets: $15 in advance, $18 @ door

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- 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- www.miramania.com/bio.htm)

YouTube Views:
mira: www.youtube.com/watch
www.youtube.com/watch

liz: www.youtube.com/watch (liz and mira)
www.youtube.com/watch
www.youtube.com/watch

zoe: www.youtube.com/results
(many options)

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Returned from Tribal Fest

eidnarb — Wed, 21 May 2008 19:00:54 GMT

Wow, what an awesome time in Sebastopol, so many kick ass workshops and performances.
Camille and Terrie had the Cincinnati presence and was watched by a large audience, they had a great time slot Sunday afternoon, just 45 min prior to the full Blacksheep troupe!
Here's a front row video of them: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRGOMBCV7Dw
We have another coming from the official video row, and hope to post it soon!

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Poi Workshop

srichardson — Thu, 08 May 2008 17:11:58 GMT

Hey everyone. Just wanted to let you know that Cherie Haas (one of the hottest ladies I know) of Dante’s Gypsy Circus is going to have a poi workshop. I just wanted to take a survey to see what days you guys would like to attend. The workshop will take place outside at a local park around the Newport area I believe. She is available any weeknight after 6:30pm and Saturday’s and Sunday’s. Please email me your request for days to schedule at sjarich@zoomtown.com so that we can get this together.

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Where is Avasa teaching now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

srichardson — Thu, 01 May 2008 18:54:33 GMT

Hello all. I wanted to let you all know that starting May 17th I will be
teaching at Angelic Whispers Holistic Center in Springdale. Saturday's from
11am to 12pm. If you have never been to this store, you don't know what you're
missing. Check out their site http://www.angelicwhispersholisticcenter.com/

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Celebrate as One Tomorrow in Cincinnati

Sogbety — Wed, 07 May 2008 17:52:52 GMT

Hope to see some of you at Fountain Square 4pm May 8 for the festival in Cincinnati. Great line up of musicians and dancers.
www.celebrateasone.org

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Firewalk at Mountain Herb Festival

Rekmel1 — Sat, 03 May 2008 20:31:46 GMT

I went to this last year and had a blast! This is the first year they are having the Firewalk. It would great to see some new friends down there this year to add to the hooping and spinning and burning..oh, and don't forget the bellydancing!!

http://www.geocities.com/beyondyonderrd/festival

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Save the date!

gail — Sat, 03 May 2008 11:45:49 GMT

Hi everyone!

Just wanted to post a reminder to save the date for the Raquy and the Cavemen hafla on August 16th. There will be a dance workshop taught by Melissa Lopez. We have yet book a solid location yet. We are hoping to have a venue large enough to have space available to vendors.
There are more details to come, I will keep you posted!

Gail

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(X-Post) Anaya Gypsy Dance Co. Performs at World Tai Chi Day, Saturday, April 26

Robyn — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:59:40 GMT

Anaya Gypsy will be performing to the music of Mayan Ruins at World Tai Chi Day festivities at Ault Park. Free admission!

Activities last from 11:00 - 2:00 on Saturday, but I have no more details as to when and where specifically we'll be dancing or for how long.

Athletes from Blue Ash Shaolin-Do will also be there demonstrating their Tai Chi skills.

Expect sword, zills, and nothing but Improv! Anyone coming?

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Tribal Night

Kim — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 17:48:16 GMT

Who is going to tribal night this Friday at Kira's Oasis ?

I am . It should be a good time. Hope to see some of you there.

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April 14: Delsarte for Dancers in Louisville KY

Maura — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 16:12:06 GMT

Monday, April 16, 6:30 - 8:30 PM:
Samovar Dance LLC presents:

Joe Williams and the Delsarte System of Expression, tailored for Dancers!

What do Morocco (noted authority on Mid-Eastern dance) and the Juilliard School in NYC have in common? Both have Joe Williams on their faculty teaching Delsarte! "Joe Williams has single-handedly brought the wonderful principles and authentic teachings of real Delsarte back to life and to us. It's a necessary addition that improves any performing Art and Joe's clear, loving and gentle explanations make it so much easier for any student to grasp and employ for their betterment. He is simply inspiring." -- Morocco

Delsarte gesture & movement principles will
...add emotional depth to your technique & improvisation,
...improve communication with your audience,
...identify the movement patterns that are limiting the expressive use of your body.

The workshop will be a hybrid of two of Joe’s most popular seminars for dancers. ‘Body Language and the Dance’ introduces the basics of body language as revealed by Delsarte. ‘Expressive Zones of the Body’ is filled with "A-Ha!" moments as students recognize how accurate and applicable these forgotten truths are. Learn how changing the height of a gesture by a few inches, or changing the finger which is used to initiate a touch, can powerfully alter the meaning of that gesture.

Dancers and choreographers of all genres, persuasions and skill levels will enjoy this seminar. $25 tuition includes refreshments and a meet-and-greet with Joe after the event. The most recent edition of Joe's Delsarte Practice Guide will be available for purchase at the workshop.

Ruric's short workshop on improvisation last December got enthusiastic feedback from the attendees, and significant portions of that workshop incorporated Delsarte principles. If improvisation is one of your passions (or on your to-do list) then skip the take-out pizza that night and come instead to this unique and effective workshop!

The seminar is at Ruric-Amari's dance studio at
300 Distillery Commons,
Louisville KY 40206
(next to Headliners on Lexington Road)
Easy access from all major interstates.

For driving directions, more information, or to pay with Pay Pal: www.Ruric-Amari.com

Also: Event Poster at http://www.ruric-amari.com/Ruric-Amari-Com/Pictures/Delsarte_2008.jpg

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Joe lives in New York City, and has been creating workshops and seminars on Delsarte since 1997. He is on the movement faculty for the Dalcroze Institute at Juilliard, and has been a guest teacher and Artist in Residence for Lori Belilove’s Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation in New York. Williams has taught Master Classes for the Dance Department at Iowa State University, Wright State University, Ocean County Performing Arts Academy in NJ, Corporeal arts Inc. and at the Omaha Healing Arts Center. He has taken Delsarte to the Star Island Retreat Center for a week of dance, and used Delsarte to teach body language as a guest lecturer for communication classes at Mercy College, Bronx Community College and the School for Visual Art in Manhattan. A article in Mime Journal's 2005 special edition on Delsarte has brought him international recognition for his work in Delsarte and he has been consultant and teacher for the first scholarly thesis on the subject to be written in France, Francois Delsarte’s homeland.

In the field of Middle Eastern Dance (MED) , he is on the faculty of Morocco and the Casbah Dance Experience, and has taught seminars and performed for Bellyjam, Stars of the East, Shakira in Columbus, Ohio, and special appearances with Su’ad and Farasha, in Connecticut, Vermont and New Jersey. Joe’s work with Delsarte has been featured in articles in the MED publications "WAMEDA" (July-August 2000) and "Zaghareet!" (Sept - Oct 2000). His involvement in MED began in 1985 when Joe joined the Dayton Ethnic Dance Ensemble, which studied historically accurate Middle Eastern dance. In 1986 he began to work on the dance of the Whirling Dervish, which he has been performing consistently since 1994, most notably for the Institute of Ethnicity, Culture and the Modern Experience at Rutgers Universtity and the New School University Diversity Initiative in New York.

A teacher of dance, voice and yoga, Joe has a BA in organizational and interpersonal communications and a minor in theater from Wright State University, where he was the artistic director for the "Rolling Stock" theater group, helping to write and produce touring shows that presented the talents of differently-abled students. He was a scholarship student in ballet at the Dayton Ballet and Dayton Contemporary Dance schools (becoming assistant business manager of the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company for one year), and taught communication workshops for the Wright State School of Medicine for 6 years. His performing credentials include dinner theaters in the Midwest, where he danced and sang his way in numerous musicals including "George M", "Fiddler on the Roof," "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers," "Phantom," "Annie," and several holiday reviews. He has also appeared as vocal soloist in oratorios with regional orchestras and with the Upper West Side Opera Association in Manhattan.

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Funky Fusion Avasa Style

Kim — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 17:47:02 GMT

Kira's Oasis Saturday Workshop!
Funky Fusion on Saturday April 12th , 2008 with .......AVASA.

This workshop is full of funk, attitude and sexy . You will learn exciting choreography and stage presence all to the beat of a hip hop sound. There will be a yoga style warm up and cool down so if you would like to bring your mats please do so. This workshop is designed for those that have had some belly dance experience.

Satruday , April 12th , 2008 3 hours workshop
Time : 12:30-3:30 PM w\a brief break ( bring a snack )
Cost : $ 35 pre-registered , $ 40 at the door.
Location : Kiras Oasis

More details about this workshop can be found by visiting : www.kirasoasis.com or on www.avasatribal.com

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Wow.

jaecrazy — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:45:26 GMT

So we have over 200 members and hardly any activity lately. Whatsgoing on y'all? Whats everyone been up to? Any goals for the month? for Spring? for this year? Any costuming projects? Dance goals?

This tribe used to be the place to be the past few years.... for awhile now, its like a ghost town in here.....

I miss you guys.

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Purdue workshops with Deniz and Jennifer Rose - important change

jenndances — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 10:47:50 GMT

Hi Everyone,
I didn't want to send out another blanket event listing, so I'm only hitting the tribes that are the most likely to have folks interested in going. There is an important change - Saturday's workshop start time is a little bit later and the location has changed to the Co-Rec South Gym.

Thanks,
Jennifer Rose
p.s. sorry about the x-posting

Saturday, April 12th Purdue Co-Rec SOUTH Gym
1:00- 1:30pm Registration in Lobby
1:30-3:30pm Workshop with Jennifer Rose: Cuppa eurphoria:
Infusing undulations into everything - slinky movements on the downbeat, transferring energy up, down and side-to-side and letting go without getting lost. Don’t let the music fool ya – these snakelike moves transcend all genres.

Check in for the second workshop will be 3:30-4pm
4:00-6:00pm Turkish workshop with Deniz: Learn the differences between Turkish and Cabaret Style dancing! Learn combos and techniques to move to the music. Bring your veils!

HAFLA!
6:00-7:00pm Set up for Hafla (not set in stone…still looking for right venue!!)
7:00-10ish Hafla featuring performances by Il Troubadore, Deniz, and Jennifer Rose, vending by Donna Carlton of Audrena's International and Deniz, and the sketch artist John Oilar. There will also be snacks and plenty of open dancing!

April 13th Purdue University Memorial Union, rm 118
9:00-10:00am Registration, shopping with Donna Carlton and Deniz
10:00-12:00pm Workshop with Jennifer Rose: Perfect Blend:
Find the perfect roast in your dance by knowing when to turn up the heat and when to simmer. We’ll be drilling faster combinations and blending them with the sinuous stylings drilled in Cuppa eurphoria.

12:00-1:00pm Registration, shopping with Donna and Deniz
1:00-3:00pm Lebanese workshop with Deniz: Learn the differences between Lebanese and Turkish style Bellydancing! Learn hip Techniques, Stomach, and floor work! Bring your veils!

WORKSHOP PRICES”
$30/2 hr workshop
$50/full day
$90 - Sat & Sun workshops

Register online at: https://www.cec.purdue.edu/ec2k/CourseListing.asp?master_id=2197&course_area=1096&course_number=153&course_subtitle=00

Please let Amirah know if you plan on coming so she can get an idea of how many people we'll be having! If you need help finding a place to stay that night, let her know and she can probably set something up for you! Also, if you need a map, Amirah's got em, just shoot her an email at wamplerw@purdue.edu .
Cheers!

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Call for Performers - Carnival of Evil 2008

Zahara — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 16:11:37 GMT

Too early for Halloween?... Think again!!

Tangled Web Productions will be sponsoring our first "Carnival of Evil" show this year, and we're looking for performers. This year's theme is toys... but NOT your everyday pleasant ones! We're talking possessed and creepy toys... the kind that make you want to keep one eye open at night! There's a limited number of performance slots for this one-of-a-kind event, which will allow us to pay the performers.

Show details:
Tentative Name: Carnival of Evil 2008 - Draconia's Dreadful Playthings
When: Saturday, October 4, 2008
Time: Evening Performance (most likely starting at 8:00 PM and lasting 2.5 hours)
Additional Time Commitments: one mandatory informational meeting TBA (June or July) and one mandatory technical rehearsal TBA (could be earlier on the day of performance). Performers may also be required to participate in photo ops at the end of the performance.
Location: Covington, KY
Deadline for idea submittal: May 15, 2008
Submit ideas to: info@ZaharasTangledWeb.com

It's not necessary to submit an audition tape or to audition in person. However, you do need to share your idea and provide as much detail as possible for what you want to do in this show. The script will be developed around the acts that are selected.

IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO BELLYDANCE FOR THIS SHOW! If you like spinning poi, hooping, juggling, etc. and your idea is creative (or disturbing) enough, then you just might find yourself in the "toy chest"! Please keep in mind that we are not able to accommodate fire performers for this year's venue.

A word about compensation... it is our goal to make sure that the performers receive some money for their efforts. However, it is too early in the planning process to state exactly how much that will be. Ticket sales will greatly impact how much money is given to the performers!

Feel free to share this email with others inside and outside our dance community... and mark your calendars for the Carnival of Evil on October 4th!

Z

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spring hafla in newport, ky

mary — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 21:16:32 GMT

celebrate the arrival of spring at the wind moon hafla in newport ky on april 19th, from 7-10 at the st. paul episcopal church, 7 court place. 41071. free, with donations accepted. live music, open dancing, consignment shopping, refreshments. hope to see you, bring your family, friends, dancers and musicians!

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The Crescent Moon Dance Company presents Travis Jarrell

Taletha — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 14:45:32 GMT

Hello, all you Lovely Dancers!

It's Jo Hadley w/ the Crescent Moon Dancers. Once again, the Crescent Moon Dancers are VERY proud to present Travis Fontaine Jarrell of Santa Fe, NM in a FABULOUS workshop on Sunday April 27th, 2008! Travis will utilize her extensive knowledge of many
different dance styles to show how fascinating gestures & movements from other cultures can be successfully incorporated into our own individual styles of Middle Eastern Dance. Whatever your style of dance is American Belly Dance, Raqs al Sharqi, Fusion, Interpretive, Gothic, Tribal, etc.), this workshop will have something for everyone! The cost is $40 before April 22, & $50 after April 22, & at the door. The fee includes the classes, our usual gourmet lunch, & the show! PLEASE don't order a show ticket for yourself, if you will be attending the workshop! We will be in a different location this year!!! We will be back at the Louisville School of Massage (where we were 4 years ago w/ Conchi & Nataj). As usual, everyone is welcome to dance in the informal show. Available slots will be filled on a first come-first served basis, so please let us know ASAP if you would like to perform! Our casual show is THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY for new dancers, new troupes, new choreographies, etc!!! If the following link doesn't work, please visit our website (www.crescentmoondancers.com), & click on "upcoming workshop."

workshop.crescentmoondancers.com

Hope to see all of you there! Happy Dancing, & Happy Spring!
Yours in Dance,
Jo Hadley

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THIS WEEKEND IN LOUISVILLE! Dance Your Paws Off!!

ammanaga — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:01:59 GMT

Don't forget.... Kitten season is nearly upon us, and we will really need help if we are to save some tiny lives!! We are so thankful to TL2 Productions for hosting this fundraiser for our mama cats. It is at The Pink Door in Louisville KY. Go to www.tl2productions.com for updates.

Here is the most recent update on performers for the evening:

Set I – Live Music

Alf Leyla Wa Leyla – No Dancer
Meverlou - Azayani
Sulukule - Kelai
Bir Demet Yasemin - Olivia
Never the Same/Ayazein – Olivia
Set I I– Recorded Music

Taletha – Egyptian
Soraya – Gothic
Azayani - Egyptian
Diane – Central Asian
Olivia - Egyptian
Letha and Jackie – Alternative
Intermission – Door Prize, Talking, Thank You, Slide Show (20 min)

Set III – Live Music

Ana Fi Intazarek – No dancer
Garoon Garoon - Kelai
Lama Bada Yatathanna - Mercedes
Azziza – Mercedes
Spicy Hookah – Jajira
Drum Solo w/Dave – Jajira
Set IV– Recorded Music

Selimah - Gothic
Mercedes - Egyptian
Katana - Alternative
Kelai – Turkish/American
Taletha – Central Asian
Jajira - Tribal

The online portion of the fundraiser has already begun! If you can't be with us in Louisville (or even if you can, and just want to get an early start) go to this website:
https://www.thebodyshopathome.com/web/jchischillie/home/overview.do
When you submit your order mark the hostess block as either "TL2" or "3SistersCats" and a hefty portion of the proceeds will come straight into the vet care fund for our cats. The Body Shop has the finest line of cruelty free cosmetics and body care products ANYWHERE. (I highly recommend the Tea Tree products, which I use on myself... and also on my special "mangey" dogs.)

Here is a link for Raffle Tickets:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_xclick&business=skhergert%40yahoo%2ecom&undefined_quantity=1&item_name=Body%20Shop%20Raffle&item_number=BSR0315&amount=5%2e00&shipping=1%2e00&no_shipping=1&tax=0%2e00¤cy_code=USD&lc=US&bn=PP%2dBuyNowBF&charset=UTF%2d8
I'll be posting pics of raffle items in my photos as we get them!

TIA,

Amma

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Early warning: MEDSOK brings Karim Nagi to town Nov 1 & 2!

Maura — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 21:41:34 GMT

Karim Nagi, Mr. Turbo Tabla himself, is MEDSOK's 2008 workshop instructor. Karim Nagi's reputation as a master percussionist, dancer, teacher, performer and (as one U-Tube fan calls him ) 'party in a box' is growing fast. Karim has developed a comprehensive zill method that utilizes drum techniques and an ambidexterous approach and is a pioneer in the "Dancing Drummer" esthetic, combining choreographed movement with articulate drumming, done in unison. Laurel Victoria Gray (artistic director of Silk Road) updated her zill class technique in 2004 to reflect his system of developing ambidexterous skills . He teaches at Artemis's Folk Tour camp and he is a faculty member of the New England Conservatory of Music.

He says: 'I regularly teach the Traditional, Old Guard and Cabaret schools, and I am also consistently invited to the major Tribal festivals. I am a native Egyptian, but am well acclimated to the American teaching style (highly verbal, and systematic with clear breakdowns, and I supply notes). I also teach at the university level. As a performer I have created pure tradition as well as hybrid/fusion work. But don't let all the credential-stuff color your opinion. My classes are fun and funny. "

We haven't decided what dancing/music classes we'll ask him to do, but in case you want a preview:
A collage: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63UAMaIqWgU
Zilling class: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6G5T_hWWrF4
Tambourine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGpIkItfPyc&feature=related
His re-imagined Stick dance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMBmbYMgFrw&feature=related
The possibilities: http://www.karimnagi.com/study/

MEDSOK members get a discount for the workshop and first dibs on any concert slots, so if you are thinking of attending and dancing, then think about joining! http://www.medsok.org/join_medsok.htm

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Teribus, Navitas, and music classes

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 14:06:26 GMT

Teribus will be performing at the Center for World Rhythms and Movement on March 22nd. We have asked Navitas to dance to one of our tunes and they have agreed to do so! :-) We have added a couple of music classes to the program during the day including Celtic Music for Melodic Instruments and a Master Piping class for all skill levels.

We would like to encourage all belly dancers to attend as we load our tunes up with drums and percussion inspired by belly dance rhythms (malfuf, ayoub, etc.). :-) If you like darbuka, tupan, and bagpipes, here's your chance. :D

Oh...if you haven't heard the band, here's a link to an mp3: www.legionofdoumbek.com/audio/...ite.mp3

More information available at http://www.gaiananda.net/ We hope to see you there! :-)

Kevin

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Med. Echoes show

Lauralana — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 00:30:36 GMT

I have two, possibly three, extra tickets to the Med. Echoes show on Sat. night. $15 each

Just contact me here if you are interested.

Thanks

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Tired of FeeBay?

jenndances — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:49:45 GMT

Check it out!

http://www.bazaarandbarter.com/index.php

Run by a bellydancer (no, not me) - you get a $10 credit when you sign up, so sign-up and starting listing stuff!!!

Feel free to x-post this like crazy!

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Burlesque Bash- Encore Performance!

MissMellie — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:53:32 GMT

Hey all, just want to remind you of the encore performance of the Burlesque Bash!
It sold out the first time around, so here's your chance to get out and have some burly fun.
Lots of familiar faces performing, and it's hosted by the lovely ladies of Bondaura.

Burlesque Bash
Saturday February 16
The Loft at Tickets Sports Bar
100 W. 6th Street
Covington, KY
Doors at 8:30, show at 9:00
$15 pre-sale (see Bondaura's website) or $20 at the door.

Come play with us!

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Fine Arts Fund Arts Sampler Weekend

Robyn — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 21:04:21 GMT

Anaya Gypsy is performing:
Friday, February 8th from 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. at Macy's downtown
Friday, February 8th from 6 - 7 p.m. at the Contemporary Arts Center
Saturday, February 9th from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. at our studio in Blue Ash

Who else is dancing? What other performances are you excited to see for free?

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SOUTHERN FUSION FEST 08

jaecrazy — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 22:01:33 GMT

ANyone going?????

I know its in August, but I really wanna go, and want to start making some kind of plans and what not.

Its in Athens GA and is From August 15 to the 18th!

Deets here, http://www.southernfusion.net/

Anyone?" Anyone?!?!?!?!?!
:)

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IBCC Sale- Only 3 days left!

Princess — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 18:17:28 GMT

Reminder: the Early Bird deadline for the IBCC 2008 is January 31!!

IBCC 2008 Featured Instructors:
Tito- Egypt
Aida Nour- Egypt
Amy Sigil of Unmata- California
Bozenka- Florida
Aisha Ali- California
Mayyadah & Amir- Germany
Lesya Starr- Spain
Nath Keo- British Columbia
Yasmina Ramzy-Ontario
Ferda Bayazit- Turkey/British Columbia

IBCC 2008, April 23-27, 2007
4 days of Dance Workshops, Performances, Lectures, Films, Panel Discussions, Music Classes and Parties!!

Register Now for $599 until Jan. 31/08!
* All IBCC 2007 registrants receive $100 off!
Call: 416-920-5593 to register

Our Sponsors:
Arabesque, Bhuz.com,
Gilded Serpent, Mid-Bits!, MEDA
Toronto Arts Council ,
Turquoise International

www.bellydanceconference.com

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we would love to post your event

Deniz — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 20:36:09 GMT

Caravanworkshops and Sandstorm would love to post it on our sites just e-mail me at deniz@caravanworkshops.com We would love to know whats going to pass the word.

Blessings in everyones Dance's

Deniz

www.caravanworkshops.com
937-602-3788
events since 1995

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2008 Events & Classes @ Kira's Oasis

Kira — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 17:21:12 GMT

Kira's Oasis Studio
590 Congress Park Drive
Centerville, Ohio 45459 (Dayton)
(937) 620-1678

BELLY DANCE HAFLA NIGHT
The 2nd Friday of EVERY month.
www.KirasOasis.com/med.asp Current Month's info:
Current Date: Friday, February 8th, 2008
Future Dates:
Mar 14th, Apr 11th, May 9th, Jun 13th, Jul 11th, Aug 8th, Sep 12th, Oct 10th, Nov 14th, Dec 12th.
www.KirasOasis.com/med08.asp Future Month's Info
Time: 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Location: Kira's Oasis
590 Congress Park Drive
Centerville, OH 45459
More Info: 937-620-1678
www.KirasOasis.com
Performing January:
1. Jaron Joiner - Hip Hop Dancer!
2. Kelsa "Kadance" Rieger
3. Egyptian Breeze
4. Meleesa
5.
Vending: Jennifer w/Beauti Control www.beautipage.com/jennicar/

Hip Hop Belly Dance Workshop with Jaron Joiner!!
Saturday, February 9th, 2008
Time: 12:30 - 3:30 pm
Cost: $40 in advance or at the door
www.KirasOasis.com/spec.asp for registration form and details!

BOZENKA from Miami & the Belly Dance Super Stars at the Oasis!!
www.Bozenka.biz
March 14-15th, 2008 for the Belly Dance Hafla night on Friday, $10 that night, and a workshop on Saturday. Registration form is already out on the Oasis site so you can assure you have a spot that day. Full at 50.

AZIZA from Montreal back in the Oasis in October, 2008!
October 10-12th, 2008 for the Belly Dance Nite and two days of fabulous instruction from this incredible lady who we have grown to dearly love and respect at the Oasis. Registration form will go out on the site soon!
www.AzizaShimmy.com

Latin/Salsa Open Dance Nite at the Oasis!!
FIRST Friday of every OTHER Month:
Next One: Friday, February 1st, 2008
8:00 pm - 12 Midnight...ish till people stop dancing!
Includes a class at 8:00 pm
$5 entrance fee
This event will be hosted every OTHER month on the 1st. FRIDAY of that month.
You do NOT need a partner!! Tabra & Luciano will teach Street & Zumba Latin/Salsa moves as well !! Come give it a try or use the Zumba moves you already know from Tabras or other Zumba classes!!
2008 Latin Night Dates: April 4th, June 6th, August 1st, October 3rd, December 5th, 2008
Visit: www.KirasOasis.com/classes.asp for details.

SWING OPEN DANCE NITE at the Oasis!!!
Sponsored by Swing Out Dayton and Jean Cagas
The FIRST Saturday of EACH month.
Saturday, February 2nd,, 2008
Time: 8:00 pm - Midnight
Cost: $5 per person includes late night after party at a different location
Check out: www.SwingOutDayton.com
Contact Jean: Jean@SwingOutDayton.com
2008 Swing Night Dates: 2/2, 3/1, 4/5, 5/3, 6/7, 7/5, 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6
Visit: www.KirasOasis.com/classes.asp for details.

CLASSES AT KIRA'S OASIS:

Monday Nights: Belly Dance with Laylia:
Basics: 6:15 – 7:15pm, Intermediate/Advanced 7:30 – 8:30.
www.Laylia.com

Wednesday Nights: Belly Dance with Akasha:
Basics: 6:15 - 7:15pm, Intermediate/Advanced 7:30 - 8:30pm
www.AkashaRaqs.com

Janna, the Director of Egyptian Breeze in Yellow Springs will be teaching at the Oasis on Sunday's starting January 13th, 2008 with a Mommy/Daughter age 7+ class at 4:00 - 4:45 pm and a Teen Only 13-17 at 5:00 - 6:00 pm
www.EgyptianBreeze.com

All Belly Dance Classes are paid for by the Belly Dance Punch Card system or a $15 drop-in fee at the door for 1 class or $25 to take both levels of classes in the same night.
Mommy & Me - Mommy is FREE!

ZUMBA Fitness with Tabra:
TUESDAYS :
Zumba Tone* 5:30 – 6:10 P.M.
Zumba Regular/Intermediate 6:15 – 7:15 P.M.
THURSDAYS:
Zumba Regular/Intermediate 6:15 – 7:15 P.M.
Zumba for Beginners 7:30 – 8:30 P.M.
SATURDAYS:
Zumba Regular/Intermediate 10:00 – 11:00 A.M.
ZUMBA COST - All Zumba Classes:
$10.00 per Drop-In class or 10 classes for $60 "ZUMBA" punch card!!
NOTE: The Zumba punch card is different than the Belly Dance punch card and they are NOT interchangeable because of price difference!
www.ZumbaOhio.com

Check all of this out, get directions to the Oasis, take a 360 degree virtual tour of the studio and more at:
www.KirasOasis.com

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LOOKING FOR TWO BELLY DANCERS FOR APRIL 25TH

2010 GLBT Bellydance Tour....

Cairo in Columbus 2009!!!

Mar 21- 22 'The Dancer and the Dance' workshops: REVISED

Spring Fling Hafla

Tribal Veil workshop March 21

2009

JUST A HEADS UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BDSS in Chicago March 28th

For everyone not going to Island of Isis retreat....

New With Tags~ Red and Gold Turkish Set! Anyone Interested?

Al-Yanna and Dorian Hijaz

Tattoo artists?

Hawaii with Delilah & Farhana

Possibly the hippest this town's been in a while.

Kira's Oasis 2009

Kira's Next Friday?

The Festival of Lights

Dec Workshops with Ruric-Amari in Louisville KY

Hotel room for Kira's Oasis this Friday & Saturday?

"Saffy Raks Benefit" 11/22/2008 in Newport KY

Nov 1-2: Karim (Turbo Tabla) Nagi: Discounts for Teachers & early birds!

Veils, veils veils

Better late than never?

Worls Rhythms liquidation sale

AZIZA WEEKEND @ KIRA'S OASIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anaya Gypsy - Van Ghosts and Other Hauntings

X-Post - Valizan interviewed for Dayton, OH

Call for performers!

Valizan ATS Workshop in Dayton OCT 3rd & 4th

Tonight! Tonight! Tonight!

Behind the Veil, workshop and gala show

Sunday, August 24 At Findlay Market

WINNERS Midwest Bellydance Challenge (8/23) Chicago, IL

Saturday, August 23rd!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

drum students

Geisha Moth

Newport Levee Saturday 8/9 7pm

Carnival of Evil 2008 - Tickets on sale today!

Alhambra Night!

hooping in Cincinnati

Navitas and Nevik in Conchi's show this Sat.

MECCA WEEKEND DILEMMA!!!!!!!!!!

Moria and Zoe workshops

Free vending and performance opportunity!

The Black Drum - "Rakshasa" Free Music Downloads!

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

Poi Workshop with Cherie Haas June 23, 2008

Gothalyptic June 28-29

LOOKING FOR MOROCCAN DANCER

Carnival of Evil - Performers Selected!

Sun June 8: Delsarte for Dancers returns to Louisville!

Dayton, OH 2008 Belly Boo & the super-spectacular Valizan October 4 & 5

It's that time again...Summerfair!

Deadline for Early Discount on Mira, Liz, Zoe Workshops- May 30th

Returned from Tribal Fest

Poi Workshop

Where is Avasa teaching now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Celebrate as One Tomorrow in Cincinnati

Firewalk at Mountain Herb Festival

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