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The Vegas Intensive Lights Up THE STRIP in 2010!!!

SamiraLV — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 19:02:56 GMT

We are exceptionally delighted to announce that September 9-12, 2010, the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival will take place in our new home, the historic FLAMINGO Hotel & Casino!

Bugsy Siegel's desert dream, The Flamingo, has anchored the Las Vegas Strip since they started rolling dice in 1946. This self-contained casino and resort offers everything an adventurous belly dancer could want--delicious restaurants, an amazing pool, and ample space for our classes & shopping.

Set on the famous four corners of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road, this hotel combines heart-pounding Las Vegas excitement with hospitality and service that's second to none. We couldn't be happier with our new home!

Additionally, we have a new group of magnificent artists who will be tantalizing us with their performances and teaching us their secrets. We are pleased to present the 2010 Headliners:

Aradia of Las Vegas http://www.aradialv.com
John Compton http://www.hahbiru.com
Asharah http://www.asharah.com
Fahtiem http://www.fahtiem.com
Moria Chappell http://www.moriachappell.com
Princess Farhana http://www.princessfarhana.com

We are excited to see our homegrown event expand each year and attract hundreds of dancers into our Vegas community. We are also excited to be able to feature so many professionals instructors & performers. Thanks for supporting this event and allowing us to promote the Las Vegas community to the broader world of belly dance. We are looking forward to serving our community.

September 9-12, 2010 at the FLAMINGO!!
www.bellydanceintensive.com
1-888-LV-RAKS-U/1-888-587-2578

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Jill Parker in Vegas

Tzion — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:22:43 GMT

Please join Jill Parker for 3 days in Vegas Aug 20-22nd 2010!
These classes are advanced/professional level classes - think "Bellydance College" and are held in a proper dance studio with full length mirrors, sprung marley floors, sound system, climate control, easy walking distance from hotel.
This boutique class size allows the instructor to provide one on one attention to the students. All new materials covered, to focus on attaining the next level of your personal best.
There is an easy payment plan via paypal, or you can save a little by paying in full. An amazing opportunity to study with this master instructor! Dont delay, register today!
www.theminimassive.com

Special guest instructor to be announced soon! There will also be a Friday night hafla and performance opportunities.

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Shareen El Safy Workshop in San Francisco 11/22/09

demonica — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:49:20 GMT

Master instructor Shareen El Safy returns to the Bay Area!

Saiidi with An Oriental Twist:
A fresh mix of oriental, folkloric and drum solo moves and combos with the latest steps from Cairo's top dancers

Sunday, November 22, 2009
10:15AM to 1:15 PM
San Francisco Dance Center
26 7th Street, 5th floor
San Francisco

The San Francisco/Lines Dance Center is convenient to BART, MUNI and most major SF bus lines. There are parking lots nearby, and street parking is free on Sundays.

Fees:
$45 by November 1
$50 by November 20
$55 at the door

Payments can be made by check, money order, or online though paypal.
Payment information: www.monicaraqs.com/shareen_2009.html

This workshop is recommended for intermediate, advanced and professional dancers.
More information about Shareen: www.shareenelsafy.com
Complete information and a link to pay online can be found at www.monicaraqs.com/shareen_2009.html

Thanks for reading, and hope to see you there!

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Bene Gesserit Belly Dance in LA

Rachel — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:10:40 GMT

Starting on September 12, 2009, Bene Gesserit belly dance lessons will be taught on the second Saturday of each month at the Evolution Dance Studios at 4200 Lankershim Blvd. in Universal City. They will be held from 3:00PM to 4:00PM and will be 15$. For information call 818-754-1760 or email me at parallax3@juno.com . Rachel/Zoso:)

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Attend the Vegas Intensive--Free

SamiraLV — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:30:51 GMT

Hello everyone. (from Director of Volunteers, Reema)

I have been asked to be the Director of Volunteers for the LV Intensive 2009. I am looking for enthusiastic, fun loving people who want to take part in one of the biggest and best events Las Vegas has to offer. So many performers come to Las Vegas and witness first-hand the comradery and family like atmosphere at this event and a great part is owed to all the wonderful and generous volunteers we count on each year.

Additionally, volunteers get the added perks of taking some classes or attending the shows for free, and have fun. There are many opportunities to be involved in. We need people to be ushers,to help at the registration tables, and to check people into classes. We also need help running the festival stage, runners for vendors & performers, personal assistants to the teachers, etc. We'd enjoy having some "belly husbands" who want to help move, set up, and tear down equipment as well as dealing with technical aspects of the event. Please join our Bellydance Intensive family. If you are interested, please e-mail me direct at reema@bellydanceintensive.com.

Sincerely and Yours in Dance,

Reema, Director of Volunteers
reema@bellydanceintensive.com

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More reasons to come to the Vegas Intensive! Our room rates have dropped!!

SamiraLV — Mon, 04 May 2009 22:30:20 GMT

Due to the crazy economic climate, the room rates at Palace Station dropped below our previously contracted rates. They have graciously agreed to match the low rates that they are currently offering.

We are very excited to announce that our new room rates are $20-$30 less a night! That's a substantial savings to our attendees and also makes it very easy for our locals to get rooms too.

Anyone that has already booked with our group Reservation ID "PCIBDI9", will automatically receive the new rates. If you happened to book your room outside of our block, please drop an email to Samira@bellydanceintensive.com so we can make sure that the event gets credit for your booking, although you will need to contact Palace Station directly to get our rates. Thanks so much!!

Samira Tu'Ala, Organizer
Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival
www.bellydanceintensive.com

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Kava Lounge, Friday, SD

Alexz — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:54:20 GMT

Hey SD bellydancers! Just posting about a show this friday at the Kava Lounge. The line-up should be awesome and includes:

Sabrina Fox
Anna Maria
Maha Dansari
Alioth Lotus
Ladies Of The Nile
and The Dread Crew of Oddwood

So we've covered a huge spectrum of bellydance here, something for everyone!
No cover and doors open at 7:35.
See ya there!

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Squee!! Check out my new Vegas Video!!!

SamiraLV — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:01:28 GMT

I am so excited!!! The promotional video for the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive is now on the homepage of the website, www.bellydanceintensive.com

Please enjoy watching it...and then get busy and register today (if you haven't already)!!! September is just around the corner.

We'd like to credit the following people who helped make this video possible:

Editor-Danya Cornelius (please send all compliments to her!!)
Videography-Rob of Digital Edge Media www.digitaledge.tv
Photography-Brad of Taboo Media www.taboomedia.com
Music-Unveiled from the CD "Angelika Unveiled", composed & arranged by Raul Ferrando, and available at www.angelikanemeth.com

Much love,
Samira Tu'Ala
www.bellydanceintensive.com

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Performance Opportunities at the LAS VEGAS Bellydance Intensive & Festival...now open!!

SamiraLV — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 18:51:30 GMT

We are very excited to announce that registration for the festival portion of the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive is now OPEN!! Please visit tinyurl.com/festivalinfo for more details.

Additionally, we are also accepting online "auditions" for the evening shows. To be considered for the evening shows, please visit tinyurl.com/auditioninfo for all the details.

***Please note that the festival portion of our event is different from our evening shows. Inclusion in the evening shows is by an online audition and is a different submission form. Inclusion in the festival is open to anyone and is on a first-come first-served basis. If you want to be considered for the evening shows, we recommend filling out a festival submission form as well so you can still dance at the event if you aren't chosen for the show.***

We are looking forward to your participation in the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive this year.

Much Love & Happy Dancing,
Samira Tu'Ala, Organizer

www.bellydanceintensive.com
www.bellydanceintensive.mobi (for mobile phones)
702-296-9269

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Bellydance Earth Day Fundraiser

Vahana — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:09:44 GMT

Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
April 4th, 7 p.m.

Presented by Vahana's "Hips are for Helping"
Free admission
Donations to Earth Foundation in honor of Earth Day 2009
Dedicated to preserving the Madagascar Rain Forest

Over 21 different bellydance acts to enjoy!

LOCATION:
Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge
6240 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado, CA
www.annabelleschocolate.com

vahana-bellydance.tripod.com

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Visiting S. Cali and looking for a place to dance/meet dancers.

Tricia — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 16:33:57 GMT

Hey all,

I'm going to be visiting S. California April 11-13 for my sister's 21st birthday, and was hoping I could hook up with some dancers while I'm down there, either perform a little or go to an event.

She lives in Oxnard, but she suggested somewhere on Venice Beace/surrounding area.

I hope this isn't intruding, I don't want to come in to disturbe the area's dance flow, just you know, get out there a little and meet new people :]

Thanks, looking forward to it!
Tricia

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Belly dancing every Friday night in Fresno

Stephani — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 00:01:43 GMT

Belly dancing by Stephani at Viktoria's Place around 7ish
488 Herndon corner of Herndon & Ingram 559-261-1505

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Las Vegas...an extension of California, right?? LOL

SamiraLV — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:29:33 GMT

Ok...I just wanted to announce that photos from The 2008 Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive--featuring Ava Fleming, Kami Liddle, Karim “Turbo Table” Nagi, Aradia, Marjahani, and the best Oriental, Tribal, Folkloric, and Fusion talent from Las Vegas and beyond--have been posted:

http://www.taboomedia.smugmug.com/gallery/6566758_DWgvk]Taboo Media - Photography- powered by SmugMug

ENJOY!!

(I want to give a big "THANK YOU" to Brad, with Taboo Media. His work is always so delicious and incredible!! He just really seems to be able to capture the nuances of the dance and the moment.)

For more information about the 2009 Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival which will feature Sharon Kihara, Aubre, Frederique, Jim Boz, Amaya of New Mexico, and Suzanna Del Vecchio, visit our website: www.bellydanceintensive.com

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Tribal Fest Number 9, Number 9 (3X3) May 2009

ChuckTheDJ — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 03:03:22 GMT

May 13 - 17, 2009,,, and OUTstanding line up of 39 teachers this year, and right in everyones backyard,,,, Sebastopol, just a short hop skip and jump up 101!

We can always use Staff to help, please let us know if you are interested.

http://bsbd.tribe.net for updated info

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WildCard BellyDance - New Name New website!!!!!!

danomoon — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:45:11 GMT

You may have heard, you may not...
Nine women of BlackSheep BellyDance California have reformed under a new name. They are now WildCard BellyDance.

They are dancing, teaching and traveling more than ever. Visit www.wildcardbellydance.com for info as well as photo/video goodness. If you see the WildCards on your turf. Give -em a big hug of support.

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Canceled MECDAs Market Night dance for tonight

FreeFillDirt — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 17:04:21 GMT

Everyone was too busy with classes... please pass it on if you think smneone was planning to atttend who never confirmed.

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The Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance

Vahana — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 04:46:33 GMT

The next Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance at Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge near Placerville, CA, is December 6th.
This show is produced by Vahana's "Hips are for Healing" and is in its second year running.

It is always a charitable event with this evening's donations going to Animal Outreach of the Motherlode.

The December show is traditionally the "alternative" music show, so while you can still dance to Middle Eastern music, you can also branch out in December if you want to try something different. (no profanity, please.)

Contact Vahana if you would like to dance or for more information.

dancingesquire@yahoo.com

Since tribe isn't really reliable, I started a new group for the Casbah Lounge:
http://triberfugeebellydancers.ning.com/group/thecasbahlounge

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North Bay Belly Dance Bazaar: 10/18 &19

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 03:11:16 GMT

North Bay Bellydance Bazaar
Saturday and Sunday
October 18 and 19, 2008
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sebastopol Community Center
390 Morris Street, Sebastopol, California

Admission:$10 Under 12: Free

Please join us for two full days of Middle Eastern music, dancing and workshops.

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Andaloussia Restaurant Student Night, Oct. 21st

Vahana — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 06:39:10 GMT

Student Performance Night at Andaloussia Restaurant in Sacramento!

Dinner and Show: 6:30 - 8 p.m.,
Tuesday night, Oct. 21st

All students are welcome! Any level, any style.

(Instructors, please forward this message to all your students and let them know about this fun opportunity)

This is a very casual setting for you to have the opportunity to get your feet wet in a performance with a friendly, comfortable, and supportive audience. Fancy costumes are optional, so just wear what you like.

AndaloussiaMorrocan Cuisine is beautifully decorated and has terrific food, so you bring your friends, family, and camera! Kids are welcome too!

The floor is carpeted. There is a small stage area approx. 10 ft x 15 ft. The only dressing room is the bathroom, so come ready to dance.

Dinner menu options will be following soon.
www.andaloussiarestaurant.com

There is NO COVER! But, you and your guests are expected to order dinner at the restuarant.

Andaloussia Restaurant is located at Howe and Arden in Sacramento. www.andaloussiarestaurant.com

Dance slots are very limited in effort to keep this event short since it is a week night, so please contact Vahana right away to reserve dance space.

Vahana can be reached at
dancingesquire@yahoo.com
http://vahana-bellydance.tripod.com

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New to the Tribe

Amber — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:03:03 GMT

Greetings!
My name is Amber,
I'm a native born So Cal girl. Currently I'm in the Navy (I am a Weather Forecaster, been in 10 yrs, Love it, plan to make it a career), and I'm engaged to a wonderful man (Albert).
I've lived all over the world, but my favorite areas have been the different countries in the Middle East (Lived out there for quite a few years, I learned a lot about Bedouin/Nomadic style Belly Dancing while I was out there).
I love to talk about anything music or dance related, and am looking to talk with, and possibly gather with others who share the same interests

I hope that wasn't too long of a summary, if there is anything more you would like to know, please, ask away. : )

~Amber

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Murphys Belly Dance Festival Oct. 4th

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 06:48:38 GMT

We will be Vending and Performing at the Murphys Belly Dance Festival on Oct. 4th!

Come check it out!

http://www.myspace.com/murphysbellydancefestival

Blessings,
Nyx

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Aziza in Las Vegas, Oct 3-4th 2008!!! Registration Open!!

AradiaLV — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 16:54:22 GMT

Come join us in fabulous Las Vegas for a weekend Show and Workshop with the Fabulous Aziza of Montreal!!
Space is limited, register now!!

http://www.aradialv.com/content/view/26/

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Frederique David in Humboldt County

Jenevieve — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 03:15:15 GMT

Saturday, November 1st Frederique David will be teaching two fabulous two-hour workshops at the Redwood Raks studio in Arcata, Humboldt County. Join us for:
Gooey Pops 12:00 pm to 2pm
Urban Tribal Style moves 3pm to 5pm

$40 for 1/$75 for both if registered and paid by October 15th. Otherwise $45 per workshop at the door. Email Jen@jenevievetribal.com to register or call 707-332-3403 with any questions!

And, because we think you won't be able to get enough of Frederique, come see her perform live on Halloween!
Friday October 31st:
Halloween Belly Dance Fusion Show
@ Redwood Raks starring Frederique David from the Bay Area and lots of local talent showing off their darker sides. An amazing one night show...Showtime is 9:00pm $10.00 per person.

Visit www.JenevieveTribal.com, www.Shoshannaland.com or www.Bellygroove.com!

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New Auction Site for Belly Dancers - MyBellyDanceAuctions.com

HappyBelly — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 15:45:58 GMT

MyBellyDanceAuctions.com

Shop and Sell! List your belly dance stuff at auction for just 25 cents a listing! No final value fees,
Paypal buyer protection.
This is a great new place to shop and sell.
Open a store for FREE and avoid the hassle of maintaining your own website.
brought to you by your friends at BHUZ.com

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Tribal Fest This Week!

ChuckTheDJ — Mon, 12 May 2008 15:57:22 GMT

Yep, the largest Tribal/Everything Cool BellyDance festival in the world is in Sebastopol starting Wed the 14th!

There are still classes available, pay at the door, and the shows this year is outstanding. 48 teachers teaching over 50 classes...

http:bsbd.tribe.ner or www.BlackSheepBellydance.com for more info

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Walk on Fire with Nyx!

Tue, 06 May 2008 15:51:01 GMT

Hey! Is there anyone out there who is interested in Walking on Fire?
You know you want to!

Visit our Tribe or Website for more information.

www.NyxFusion.com
http://tribes.tribe.net/firewalkingforbellydancers

Thanks and Blessings,
Brandi and Thalisha
Nyx

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World and Bellydance CDs for Sale/Trade

Noelle — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 21:49:16 GMT

I have the following list of perfect or near-perfect condition CDs to clear out. E-mail me the title you're interested in. I take cash and trades. So, if you have any cool bellydance music (I love tribal), hairfalls, henna, costumes, or bellydance Dvds to trade...hit me up! If you have something else to trade, e-mail me anyway. You just might have something I need.

World Music:
Willie and Lobo, Wild Heart
Jesse Cook, Nomad
Ahmed Abdul-Malik, Jazz Sounds of Africa
Nass Marrajech, Sabil 'a 'Salaam
Various Artists, The Essential Guide to Arabia (2 Cd Set)

Belly Dance Titles:
Beats Antique, Tribal Derivations
Electric Oasis, Exotic Arabian Groove
BEat Bazaar, Fine Middle Eastern Percussion
John Bilezikjian, Dream of Scheherazade
John Bilezikjian, La Danse Orientale
Layali Al Sarq, Al-Ahram Orchestra
Solace, Moon Moth Mixes: A Bellydance PRactice Companion
Pentaphobe, A Tribal Metamorphosis
Voyager, Art of the Bellydance
Emad Sayyah, Modern Bellydance from Lebanon
HOssam Ramzy, Sabla Tolo
Various Artists, Bellydance Beats
Mosavo, Sensual Goddess
Harry Soroyan, An Oriental Bouquet
Turbo Table, Bellydance Overdrive
Hossam Ramzy/Jose Luis Monton, Flamenco Arabe
Hossam Ramzy/MOhamed Naiem, Master of the Arabian Flute
Naked Rhythm, Frequency
Various Artists, Authentic Bellydance Music
Various Artists, Gypsy Fire

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Obsidian Butterfly and Drumsum this Friday!

Shahlah-Sutra — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:12:04 GMT

Star of India Restaurant presents a night of excellent food, music and dance! Come out an support your local ARTists while getting a wonderfully tasty and healthy meal!

*All you can eat buffet
*Light show provided by the fire dancers from Obsidian Butterly
*Music by Drumsum

Friday April 18, 2008
Buffet served starting at 7pm, music and dancing from 7:30 pm to 9pm

One price includes dinner, music, dance and fun! We might even have some open floor dancing! $25.00

Star of India
8121 Madison Ave
Fair Oaks, CA
Reservations: 916-967-1550

www.sacredfiredance.com
www.drumsum.com

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Workshops with Amara - San Diego - May 4

Amara — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:54:48 GMT

Amara will be teaching 2 workshops in San Diego
May 4

12:30-2:30
Workshop I - Dynamic Combinations for Any Kind of Music

Amara will drill a series of short combinations focusing on strength, flexibility, balance, isolation, and layering. Then we will rework the combinations by changing their speed, size, and quality (gooey, sharp, and shimmies) in order to assist in our visual presentation of any kind of music.
These combinations and exercises can be applied to create both choreographies and improvisations.

2:45-4:45
Workshop II - Fusion Techniques
Amara takes a unique approach to this emerging form as she presents techniques and tools on how to create Fusion with ANY dance form. Learn the differences between sequential and simultaneous fusion concepts, explore where to find various dance elements to fuse, and discuss issues of when and why to fuse.
Fusion is a great way to add to your current vocabulary, foster creativity, and push your dancing to new heights.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels and all dance forms.

Mission Valley YMCA
5505 Friars Road
San Diego, CA 92110

Info: www.gobellyfit.com

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Fusion Dance and Tribal Dance Show

Amara — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:54:01 GMT

Fusion Dance and Tribal Dance Show
May 3
6-8pm

Featuring: Amara, Ya Helewa!, Urban Tribal, Jasmina's Jems, Glitter Gypsies, Melissa Henson, Dunyana, Eva Moon, and others.
Mission Valley YMCA
5505 Friars Road
San Diego, CA 92110

Info: www.gobellyfit.com

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Dancers Wanted

evil — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 22:30:49 GMT

I am looking for friendly & patient semi-professional belly dancers and/or fire performers for a dance company. Age between 21-37. Dancers must provide thier own costmes. Absolutely no egos or drama allowed. If interested contact Evil Raven. We are located in the San Gabriel Valley area in CA

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Aziza in Las Vegas!!

AradiaLV — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 07:44:31 GMT

Hello fellow dancers!
I'm happy to announce that Aziza of Montreal/Portland will be in Las Vegas Oct 3-4, 2008 for a spectacular show and workshop. She was booked 2 years out, and a cancellation fell into my lap!! Of course I took it, It's been over 5 years since she has been to Vegas, So we are going to have a wonderful event. For those of you who have always wanted to study with the most in demand teacher of our times, mark it on your calendar! I will have details and registration discounts for teachers coming soon!! Of course we would love to have our dancers on the west coast join us for a great event!
www.AradiaLV.com

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Feb 23 - workshops with Bahaia & DaVid!

Czarina — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:28:44 GMT

BAHAIA and DAVID are in town to appear on the next "By Dancers for Dancers" DVD, and will be teaching workshops on Saturday, Feb. 23.

We have deliberately kept the pricing affordable on these workshops. Bahaia is in high demance nationally as a workshop instructor, and this is her first time teaching Northern California. DaVid is one of the leading male dancers and instructors within his field. His East Indian heritage and cultural knowledge add to his merits.

Register today at febdance.eventbrite.com or call (510) 938-9097.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Workshops with Bahaia and David
Saturday, Feb 23, 2008
WORKSHOP PACKAGE- includes all classes plus hafla
Location: El Cerrito Veterans' Hall. 6401 Stockton Ave., El Cerrito.

$90 - all-day admission (includes all 3 classes plus hafla!)
$50 - a la carte workshops
Teachers, please inquire about discount group rates.

9:00 - 10:00 Check-in
10:00 - 1:00 Egyptian Balady with BAHAIA
1:45 - 3:45 Raqs Sharqi Drills & Combos with DAVID
4:00 - 5:30 Indian/Egyptian Fusion: Bhangawazee with DAVID
7:00 Saturday Hafla - performance slots available

If you would like to perform in the show, please indicate this during registration, so your slot can be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.

Driving directions: Veterans' Hall is located one block east of San Pablo Ave, and the cross stret is Kearney. From the FWY 80, use the Central Ave. exit, turn left at San Pablo, and right at Stockton.
Public Transportation: Hall is a 12-minute walk from El Cerrito Plaza BART. Or, for buslines #72, #72M, #72R, #72L or #73 , get off at Stockton.

Register today!:
1.) ONLINE: febdance.eventbrite.com
2.) PAYPAL: dearZari@gmail.com
3.) PHONE: (510) 938-9097
Personal Checks, Credit Cards, and Paypal accepted. No refunds or transfers on workshop reservations.
For more info & vending rates: call (510) 938-9097 or email dearZari@gmail.com
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and don't forget the Theater show/DVD shoot on Sunday, Feb 24. A fab lineup including SANDRA, MICHELLE JOYCE, OREET, NANNA, TAMRAHENNA, BAHAIA, LOUCHIA, DAVID, ZAHEEA, and lots lots more. Show tix are on sale at www.cheekygirlsproductions.com

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EEMED 2008 Auditions - LA

Amara — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 03:10:27 GMT

Hi Everyone,

I have dates for EEMED 2008! And I am happy to announce, we will be returning to the Electric Lodge Theatre in Venice!

Do you have works that cannot be presented at traditional Middle Eastern dance venues? Are there political, social, or economical issues you would like to explore through the dance? Then submit your work for the 2008 "An Evening of Experimental Middle Eastern Dance (EEMED)."

EEMED is one of the most innovative Middle Eastern dance concerts in the United States with videos sold worldwide.

The show is:
Oct. 17-19 and Oct. 24-26

Fri.-Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 7 p.m

Electric Lodge Theatre
1416 Electric Ave.
Venice, CA 90291

Submissions Due: Aug. 1, 2008

Requirements for application:
1. A video of the potential piece(s)
2. A written description of the potential piece(s).
3. Resume and/or biography

Please send materials to:
L. Osweiler (C/O Amara)
PO Box 16831
Encino, CA 91416

For more information: www.eemed.com

Thank you,
Amara

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Dancing in the Golden Era of Egyptian Film - Lecture/Video Series

sausan — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 07:47:44 GMT

Hello, All...

I am formulating a lecture and video series on the Dancing in the Golden Era of Egyptian Film. It will span over several weeks and be in several parts, and it will include watching and talking about the dancing of each dancer.

With each dancer, we will discuss technique, performance, era costuming, essence of their dance, their biographies, and more, as well as introduce the singers who sometimes appear in the scene with them.

Dancing in the Golden Era of Egyptian Film

Part 1. - Sunday, March 30, 2008: The dances of Taheyia Karioka, Samia Gamal, and Na'eema Akef

Part 2. - Sunday, April 6, 2008: The dances of Katie, Na'met Mokhtar, and Zinaat Aloui

Part 3. - Sunday, April 13, 2008: The dances of Samiha Tawfique, Nebawiyia Moustafa, Hoda Shams El Din

Part 4. - Sunday, April 20, 2008: The dances of Hend Rostom, So'ad Hosny

Part 5. - Sunday, April 27, 2008: The dances of Nadia El Guindy, Nabila Ebeid, Lebleba

Part 6. - Sunday, May 4, 2008: The dances of Nagwa Fouad, Zizi Moustafa, Suhair Zaki

Price: Each Part is $35 in advance or $40 at the door. The purchase of all six parts is $200 in advance.
Location: Al-Masri Restaurant, 4031 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121
Contact: Sausan at sausanacademy@gmail.com or 415-262-0175
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Refreshments Served (yummy!)
Videos will be available for purchase after viewing.

Invite your friends!!!

If you think you are going to miss one of these sessions, don't worry. I will repeat the series.

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7-Day Intensive EDC® Seminars for 2008 Scheduled.....Levels One and Two

sausan — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 07:40:55 GMT

(If this post is inappropriate, please remove.)

See photo of seminar flier in the PHOTO SECTION at http://tribes.tribe.net/sausanacademy

2008 Schedule

Complete Study in Egyptian Style Dance and the Egyptian Dance Code® (EDC)®
and Fundamental Classic Egyptian Dance Technique using the Sausan Method

Level One* - Technical Instruction & Interpretation
March 17-23 • June 23-29 • September 22-28

Level Two** - Choreographic and Improvisational Application
September 29 - October 5

• Learn to dance the way the Egyptian Greats danced in Egyptian film.

• Uncover the secret of what makes Egyptian dancers “look” Egyptian.

• Find out why it is so easy to “get” this concept yet so difficult for most dancers to execute.

• Study the lives of Badiya Al Masabni, Taheya Karioka, Samia Gamal,
Na’eema Akef, Nagua Fouad, Fifi Abdo, Katie, Suhair Zakhi,
Nabaweya Moustafa, and many more!

• Learn about the great musicians and singers like Mohammad Abd el
Wahab, Abdel Halim Hafez, Om Kolsum, Ahmad Adaweya, and others who
composed the music, and/or sang these classic pieces for these
Egyptian Greats.

In a word, discover the “expression” of Egyptian dance.
________________________________

$799 per seminar

$699 paid one month in advance.
$749 paid two weeks in advance.
$1349 for Level One and Level Two combined.

*Intermediate to Advanced students preferred.
**Completion of Level One or equivalent required.

All seminars offered to females only. Registration is non-refundable.
Seminars held at 4031 Balboa Street, San Francisco.

Includes: Instruction, notes, lectures, performances, meals, and more!

Previously sponsored non-related 2007/2008 seminars/workshops paid registration fees considered.
(If you attended a workshop with Sausan as the workshop instructor during 2007 or 2008, you may apply the registration fee to the 7-DIS seminar fee. One on previously attended workshop fee per seminar.)

contact: Sausan at sausanacademy@gmail.com; 415-262-0175
Additional information mailed upon request.
www.sausanacademy.com

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Still Looking for Dancers

Zahir — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 07:34:34 GMT

Meryem Vani's showcase on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 is still looking for a few dancers. The show takes place at the Tsunami Cafe at 4019 Sunset Blvd. in Silverlake, Los Angeles. Starts at (approximately) 7pm and ends at (approximately) 9pm. Please bring your own CD or cued-up audio cassette tape. Between five and seven minutes is ideal. No swords or fire. Snakes are okay. If you're interested, please contact Meryem Vani at (323) 819-1948. All levels of experience more than welcome. The space itself is a a downstairs theatre that "feels" rather like off off broadway. Thanks in advance!

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Tribal Fest Classes Now Open

ChuckTheDJ — Tue, 25 Dec 2007 18:08:27 GMT

Tribal Fest 8 May 14 - 18, 2008 in Sebastopol, CA

www.blacksheepbellydance.com

over 50 teacher and almost 60 classes to choose from. 5 days and vendors a-plenty!

Performances for 3 days,,, featuring, The Indigo, BlackSheep BellyDance, FatChance BellyDance, Unmata, BoomBoom Bollywood, Heather Stants and Urban Tribal, Kami, Tempest, John Compton, Paulette Rees-Denis - Gypsy Caravan Dance Company over 24 hours of performers, over 1000 dancers on stage during the week-end. Great Food!

Teachers include:
Amy Sigil - Unmata - CA
Anaar - Tombo! Studio - CA
Ariellah - CA
Atlantis - Veils & Incense - CA
Betty Lee - Shimmy Tribe - Taiwan
Carolena Nericcio - FatChanceBellyDance - CA
Christina King - Blue Lotus Tribe - Il
Daniela - FL
Elizabeth Artemis Mourat - MD
Heather Stants - Urban Tribal Dance Company - CA
Heike Humphreys (Akasha) - England
Jillie - Fire Lilies/BSBD - CA
John Compton - Hahbi ‘Ru - CA
Kahlea - NATIUM World Dance - AZ
Kajira Djoumahna & Seba - BlackSheep BellyDance HI & CA
Kami Liddle - Bellydance Superstars - CA
Karim Nagi - Turbo Tabla - MA
Lava - Sisters Of Alchemy - Canada
Lee Ali - CA
Lori Tawasha - EvilEye BellyDance - CA
Mardi Love - The Indigo - CA
Michelle - Austin, TX
Mishaal - Japan
Onca - NC
Paulette Rees-Denis - Gypsy Caravan Dance Company - OR
Princess Farhana - Margaret Cho’s “The Sensuous Woman” & More - CA
Rachel Lazarus Soto - Blue Damsel - CA
Rachel Brice - The Indigo - CA
Raquy & The Cavemen - NY
Romka’ - Wa, DC
Rose Harden - The Barbary Coast Shakedown - CA
Sahira - Urban Gypsy - TX
Samantha Riggs - BoomBoom Bollywood - AZ
Sera - Solstice - WA., DC
Sashi - Accend Tribal Dance - CA
Shakra Transfusion Dance - Wa., DC
Tempest - NJ
Titanya Monique Dahin - CA
TribalTique - CO
Tribe Marrakech - Elizabeth Ostteen & Chris Chambers - CO
Vicki Virk - Dhol Rhythms - India
Sri Vishnu Tattva Das - India
Zoe Jakes - The Indigo - CA

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Tonight

Shalini — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 13:31:05 GMT

I know many of you are attending the Tribal Fusion Faire but my boyfriend and I will be in Southern California to see Andrea Bocelli. However, the concert is Saturday night which leaves my Friday wide open. I want an opportunity to dance outside of my comfort zone (Las Vegas Haflas). I will pack dance gear and some music just in case. If anyone knows anything in the Orange County Los Angeles County areas please let me know. Thanks.

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Egyptian Dance Code (EDC) Workshop with Sausan in Newark, CA

sausan — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 07:54:44 GMT

Shayna will be sponsoring yours truly (Sausan) in a 2 hour workshop on February 3, 2008 in Newark, CA.

Come learn "The Secret to the Egyptian Dance Code!". If you are the least bit intrigued, now is your chance to find out what it all means.

I will also be teaching a short choreography. I will also be bringing my Dancing in Egyptian Film Series for sale.

Workshop is from 12:00 - 200 PM at Steps Styles and Spotlights, 40983 Encyclopedia Circle, Newark, CA.

To sign up on line... go to shaynaz.com/sausan.html

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Bellydance Classes in Ventura

Natasya — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 18:23:23 GMT

Hello,

After 3 years in Portland, Natasya is teaching in Ventrua again.
Monday nights mixed-level class.

for more info please visit
www.neareastdance.com

cheers, and thanks for reading
Natasya

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Nomadiqa Ethnic Fusion and Arabesque Beats - Repost

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:11:49 GMT

Hi Folks,
We recently released a debut album. It's a mix of electronic and arabian styles. We're hoping it might appeal to the tribal and belly dance community, and also people that are into this sort of vibe and music. Please feel free to have a listen on myspace where we have four full tracks available to listen online.

http://www.myspace.com/nomadiqa

It would also be great to promote it through the network of tribal and/or belly dance teachers who might be interested to sell it at a class or bazaar. We can offer it at wholesale prices with plenty of capacity for the seller to make a decent profit on top of the wholesale price.

Please contact info@nomadiqa.com for further details. Sorry for the self promotion.

Hope to hear from you.

Many thanks,

Nomadiqa
http://www.nomadiqa.com

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EEMED 2007

Amara — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 08:54:28 GMT

Amara Presents "An Evening of Experimental Middle Eastern Dance"

Take a breathtaking journey past the edges of Middle Eastern and belly dance at the most innovative Middle Eastern dance concert in the United States.

Featuring: Amara, Ariellah, Noelle Brooks, Chapelina, Desert Sin Dance Company, Djahari, Perfumes of Araby Dance Company, Sa ‘Elayssa, Sayyadina, Sherri, Subee Djinn Dance Company, Tandemonium Dance Company, Tatianna, and Ya Helewa! Dance Company

Friday, September 28, 2007 - Sunday, October 7, 2007
8:00 PM

Deaf West Theatre
5112 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, California 91601 view map

For more information and tickets: www.eemed.com

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Murphys Belly Dance Festival 2007

Roya — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 23:06:00 GMT

It's that time of year! Murphys Belly Dance Festival 2007

Mark your calendars for October 6th, 2007

Workshops, dancing, and more....

http://www.myspace.com/murphysbellydancefestival

more details coming soon!

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Photos from Cairo Carnivale at LARaqs.com!!

nasila — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 17:56:23 GMT

Hi!

Photos from Saturday are here...

http://www.laraqs.com/spotted15.html

Sunday photos coming soon!!

Please let me know if any one is mis-labeled or not labeled or if you have any shots you'd like posted! Email photos@laraqs.com.

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X-MED LA

Amara — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 06:25:49 GMT

X-MED Workshops and Shows in Experimental Middle Eastern Dance
Los Angeles
July 28 - 29, 2007

Study with some of most successful innovators including:
Amara (Director of Ya Helewa! and EEMED)
Djahari (Director of Desert Sin)
Anaheed (Director of Perfumes of Araby)

A journey through artistic expression appropriate for all levels and styles.

A safe space to discover new ways of freeing oneself within the M.E.D. idiom, while pushing beyond its boundaries.

Learn and explore various structures, processes, and techniques in this cutting
edge and emerging dance form.

Workshops and Two Different Performances are at:
Deaf West Theatre
5112 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, California 91601

Pre-registration prices good until July 15th
Registration and Information:
www.eemed.com/xmed/xmed_events.html

Performances
A rare evening of performances by some of the most successful
innovators of experimental Middle Eastern Dance. Following each
performance is a Q&A discussion between performers and audience
members.

Saturday - July 28 at 8:00 pm
Performers: Laurie, Cera, Elayssa, Djahari, and Ya Helewa!

Sunday - July 29 at 8:00 pm
Performers: Amara, Anaheed, Desert Sin, Tatianna, and Meleah

Here are all the workshop details:
Friday - July 27, 2007
10 am - 6 pm
"Storyboarding your Dance"
Limited to 5 participants (Pre-registration only) This is a one-day intimate program designed for students to workshop his/her own personal routine, whether near completion or in the beginning process. This class will be catered to your dance through a pre-seminar consultation process regarding your needs. We will then approach your dance from a variety of angles by offering tools to implement your concepts specifically through Structurally building a dancescape that conveys your vision, Creative Make-up and Costuming to help complete the physical manifestation of your vision, and Creative Staging and Lighting to give specific methods to illuminate and adorn your space. Students will also learn the art of giving and receiving criticism in a productive and supportive manner. Instructors: Amara, Anaheed, and Djahari

Saturday, July 28, 2007
10:00 am - 11:30 pm
“The Zone"
Waking your inner soul while sparking the creative process through a series of solo and group meditation exercises. A journey from idea to full realization. Instructors: Anaheed and Djahari.

12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
"Creating and Destroying the Rules"
Through knowledgeable exploration understand how, when, and why to break the laws of dance. Formulate ways of constructing new and meaningful rules in order to dance outside of your training. Instructors: Amara and Djahari

2:45 pm - 6:00 pm
"Dance Structures - Non-Narrative"
Investigate unique forms of composition including thematic variations, character sketches, music structure, and symbolic imagery to communicate an idea or message. Instructors: Djahari and Amara.

Sunday, June 17, 2007
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
"Fusion Techniques"
Learn how to create a seamless fusion by combining a variety of styles and elements into your performance. Instructors: Amara and Anaheed

1:00pm - 3:00pm
"Acting Thru Dance"
Discover techniques to push past your comfort zone. Learn how to communicate effectively with an audience and expand your facial vocabulary. Instructors: Djahari and Amara

3:15 pm - 6:00 pm
"Storytelling Thru Dance"
Learn how to construct strong and focused dance narratives. Explore character development through various forms such as autobiography, history, and myth. Instructors: Amara and Djahari.

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FCBD General Skills Certification - Sept/07 - Toronto, Canada

audracleopatra — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 15:51:55 GMT

Carolena Nericcio and Megha Gavin teach ATS General Skills Certification workshop Sept 7 through 9th, 2007 in Toronto Canada.

Registration online or by phone
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1071
1.800.431.0418

The general skills intensive is a 15 hour course, usually taken at the FCBD studio, with Carolena teaching. With only 20 people in Toronto, you will have Carolena and Megha teaching and coaching. You will receive instruction in anatomy as it applies to dance, music theory, instruction in all FCBD steps and concepts, drills, critique and question and answer time.

In order to attend this workshop, you MUST have prior ATS knowledge either via class, workshop or FCBD instructional dvds. This is a must - not an option. Usually a dvd or in-person assessment is required in order to qualify for registration, but this has been waived for this event. Do not disappoint Carolena or Megha - be well prepared with the material. All volumes of FCBD dvds can be purchased through Cleopatra's Bazaar or directly from FCBD.

Once completed, you will receive a General Skills for ATS certificate. It should be noted that completing this certification does not qualify one to be an authorized ATS teacher.

Also included in the registration are gourmet catered vegetarian lunches each day, water and juice for all participants.

Please bring finger cymbals

Class schedule:
Fri-Sat-Sun
Registration & warm up 9:30-10 am
Class 10 am - 12:30 pm
Lunch 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Class 1:30 to 4 pm

There is no show for this event

Cost $730 CAD or $631.45 USD

Workshop registration is NON REFUNDABLE

http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com
Online bellydance supplies and events

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new website & tribe

Julie_J — Mon, 28 May 2007 17:38:02 GMT

he there,
I highly recommend this new enterprise which will focus on BD in L.A.

here's their tribe:
http://tribes.tribe.net/laraqs

and there's a link to their website. It's a really well done, comprehensive website so use it!

:~D

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Tempest Workshop Canceled

tribalfusionbellydancer — Sat, 26 May 2007 19:07:55 GMT

Unfortunately, Tempest's Dramatic Body Language Workshop at Black Sea Trading Company tonight 5/26/07 has been canceled.

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new Los Angeles belly dance resource

nasila — Wed, 21 Feb 2007 19:24:16 GMT

Hi,

I'm starting a directory of teachers and resources in the LA area and surrounds (IE, OC, etc). If you teach in the area, please check listings for accuracy. Also, if anyone knows of any upcoming workshops please let me know!

It's a work in progress, so any feedback would be greatly appreciated!! Let me know what I can add that would be helpful...

http://www.LARaqs.com

Thanks!

Nasila

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sutdio rental in L.A.? area for practice

TamaIskander — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 04:27:26 GMT

anyone know of a studio in the los angeles/surrounding area that you can rent time at to just practice for a reasonable rate--maybe $25-$50 an hour? with lots of space and big mirrors, ofcourse.

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anyone interested in getting certified w. FCBD??

jennA — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 13:28:27 GMT

i'm from philly but interested in getting some people together and get FCBD certification
you get a better discount the more people you get involved. maximum is 5 people

anyone interested?
would like to go anytime between now and next year

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anyone in L.A. selling an assuit dress or willing to rent even?

TamaIskander — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 01:29:18 GMT

I know its a long shot, but I'm wondering if ianyone is looking to sell an assuit dress in the L.A. area? I just need it really for one song, one night OR IF anyone would be interested in renting theirs to me (again it will be danced in for litterally one 5 minute song and I can pay like $30 bucks and pick it up on that day and deliver it back to you the next day or that night after the show, even)? It sounds wierd to say, but I will shower almost immidiately before wearing it, will not break a sweat AT ALL as the number is short , and I don't smoke and wont spray perfume. oh yeah, and ofcourse Ill take it off immediately after using it!

If so, please email me on my tribe email!
thanks!
-Tahma

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April 21/22 - Workshops with MOROCCO in San Diego AND Los Angeles!

JimBoz — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 04:03:35 GMT

BellyDanceSanDiego.com Proudly Presents
Internationally Acclaimed Middle Eastern Dance
Performer, Instructor, Historian, Author

MOROCCO

in Workshops In San Diego AND Los Angeles
April 21 & 22, 2007

Saturday April 21 - San Diego
11:00am-2:30pm (3 1/2hrs) - Oriental Routine "Ala Kefek" - $55
3:30pm-5:00pm (1 1/2 hrs) - Saidi Technique - $35
Both for $80

Saturday San Diego Workshops held at
North Park Lion's Club
3927 Utah St (Just off University)
San Diego, CA

Sunday April 22 - Los Angeles (North Hollywood)
11:00am-2:30pm (3 1/2hrs) - Oriental Routine "Bas Boussa" - $55
3:30-5:30pm (2hrs) - Comparative Karsilama (9/8) - $40
Both for $85

Sunday Los Angeles (North Hollywood) workshops held at
Madilyn Clark Studios
10852 Burbank Blvd
(in the NoHo Arts District)
North Hollywood, CA

FOR MORE INFO CALL 877-682-5873
Register Online (PayPal) or download registration forms at www.BellyDanceSanDiego.com

Don't miss this opportunity to study with one of the world's leading historians on Middle Eastern Dance!!

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Orange, CA workshops, Leila from Egypt, March 2007

Litani — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 04:31:06 GMT

Orange & Fountain Valley, California (Orange County)

workshops with Leila - direct from Cairo, Egypt!

March 23-24-25, 2007

For complete details and to register online, please visit, http://NilePrincess.com

Friday, March 23, 6:30pm-10:00pm
Sassy Sha'abi Style & Perfecting Your Performance
Private residence/studio in Fountain Valley (Orange County).
This special workshop is limited to 20 participants!

Saturday, March 24, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Saidi & Nubian for the Oriental Dancer: Technique & Improvisation

Sunday, March 25, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Classical Egyptian Music with Contemporary Dance Technique & Choreography

Saturday & Sunday workshop location:
Phill's Ballroom Dance Studio
940 W. Chapman Avenue, 2nd Floor
Orange, CA 92868

For sale at the workshops:
costumes by famous Egyptian designer Eman Zaki, CDs & DVDs.

Each workshop is $60 if paid on or before March 16th; after March 16th, $75. You may purchase the Saturday and Sunday workshops together, before March 16th, for $110.

Credit Cards accepted via PayPal. Checks and Money Orders accepted through the mail.

To learn more about the fabulous Leila, please visit her web site, http://LeilaInEgypt.com.

Happy Dancing Always! Salaam Alaykoum. Litani

Belly Dance Marketplace
http://stores.ebay.com/belly-dance-marketplace

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Dance in the Desert Festival and Workshop with Amara

Amara — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 18:05:22 GMT

***Dance in the Desert***
Saturday Jan. 27, 9-5 pm, the local MECDA (Middle Eastern Culture and Dance
Association) Desert Communities chapter is holding their annual Dance Festival at the Palmdale Cultural Center, 38350 Sierra Highway, Palmdale CA 93550.

It all starts off with an exciting 2-hour *Fusion Techniques* workshop by Amara! Learn how to fuse a multitude of dance styles with your belly dance to make your personal dance style even more unique and polished. You have to know the "rules" before you can break them! Amara is a fantastic professional belly dancer and choreographer, as well as the producer of EEMED (Evening of Experimental Middle Eastern Dance) events, and she works with many well-respected dance troupes (like Desert Sin!) and dancers. We are very fortunate to have an instructor/performer of Amara's stature right here in the Antelope Valley, Do Not miss this opportunity!

The workshop is $30 in advance for MECDA members, $35 for non-members, add $5 at the door. Pre-payment is available through PayPal at DCMECDA@MECDA.ORG

Space is limited, pre-registration is highly encouraged. No refunds.

From 11 am to 5 pm the dance festival is held upstairs in the ballroom area.
Admission is $5 for MECDA members, $7 for non-members, $4 for performers.

There will be vendors, Middle Eastern food, music, friends and fun-and *you* can sign up to perform on the stage! Bring your friends and family to watch your star performance. You've worked hard in dance class all this time, now's the time to strut your stuff in a friendly, supportive environment. There are still some slots open for dancers, contact Blume at lellabellydancer@yahoo.com asap for your chance to shine on the big stage!

Afterwards; cheer on your friends, enjoy the music, admire (and buy!) the costumes, clothing, jewelry, music-necessary things, of course. Snack on tasty shish-kabob and baklava, and maybe you'll even win a raffle prize (if you get some tickets, don't forget)!

This is the big local belly dance shindig of the year, and I highly encourage folks to come out and support the dancers, instructors, dance art, vendors, and event organizers who work so hard to make your dance opportunities special all year 'round.

www.freewebs.com/dcmecda/showtimes.htm

There are still opportunities available for volunteers. Please contact Sedona at sedona@sedonadance.com to join our rockin' volunteer group!

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Jingle All The Way teaser on You Tube

tribalfusionbellydancer — Tue, 19 Dec 2006 16:35:15 GMT

Here's a teaser of the Jingle All The Way 2006 performances on You Tube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPsefC0Y6e8

Jingle All The Way was held on December 14, 2006 at the Larry Chimbole Cultural Center in Palmdale, California through the Desert Communities Chapter of MECDA. This yearly event is done solely as a charity event to raise funds and collect toys for the youth in our community who are in need of assistance.

This year's theme was "Christmas Around the World" and the dancers chose a country to represent fusing belly dance with other countries' music and/or dance styles to celebrate a global holiday.

The performers in order of appearance on the clip and the countries they chose to represent are:

Zoe & Julia - (Russia)
Habibi - (Lebanon)
Galaxy - (Czechoslovakia)
Hiplash - (Africa)
Genie - (Germany)
Diana - (Italy)
Vichelle - (Australia)
Khalida - (Mexico)
Katia & Blume - (USA)
Desert Lotus Tribal - (Argentina)
Donya - (Iran)
Sedona - (Spain)
Hula Hulau O Kanoelani - (Polynesia)

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Jim Boz Workshops & Show in Santa Clara, December 10th

JimBoz — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 15:44:57 GMT

Sunday December 10th I will be teaching and performing in the Santa Clara (south of San Francisco) area of California

Come on down and check out two workshops I'm very proud to present:
1 - Dynamic Drills and Techniques: From sassy, we'll break down a few combinations into edible chunks, beginning with drills and exercises to achieve the proper presentation, through concept, energy flow, weight transitions, arm frames and all the delicious things that make the Middle Eastern dance geeks drool! I have not only concepts to share like texture sequencing and morphing, but a very different way of breaking down the steps to learning how to learn sequences of movements. I've heard some great feedback, and I'd love to hear yours -- come on down to check out the workshop. Although this class is suitable to all levels, I've found that beginning students find themselves able to grasp complex concepts, and advanced students and pros have been able to find that extra little twist intheir foundations that helps them excel in a new direction. I'm very proud of this material. I recently taught it on the East Coast to rave reviews.

2 - Shimmy Layers/Drum Solo & Accents/ Master Class: Oh, let me challenge you! I have such a different way of teaching choreographies. I really hope to inspire teachers to teach in a similar method, because although it takes alot of work to set up, you'll be amazed at how fast your students can grasp concepts of motion, energy, technique and expression! Add into it some of my signature concepts of foundation technique (TikTokBlehEenh!) and shimmy layers and we'll put together a more complex presentation of my latest drum solo choreography. It's most delicious!

My signature teaching style is designed to assist dancers move from 'doing moves' to moving and interpreting the music, defining textures that are organic rather than pure mechanics. It's the smoulder....the passion...Yum!

And then, I get to perform at a restaurant!
Those of you who know my performances know my big stage work. I'll admit, I love working restaurants. The intimate environment allows a fun presentation of the dance. I'm *really* looking forward to this show and getting to entertain. Ask the people who used to go to the restaurants I performed at in my...um....30's. :)

Gala show includes Alexandria, Tatseen, Una and more!

Workshop prices:
#1- Technique -
10am-12pm
$35advance/$40 door

#2 - Master Class/Drum Solo Choreography
1pm-3pm
$45 advance/$50 door

Workshops held at
Dance Attack
120 Carroll St
Sunnyvale

Gala Show Dinner starts at 7:00pm
Doors open 6:30pm
Negeen Restaurant
801 W Hamilton Ave
Campbell
Dinner & Show $40

For more information or to register for classes:
Patricia Kahangi/Parri
c/o Jim Boz Workshop & Gala Dinner
5255 Stevens Creek Blvd. #207, Santa Clara, Ca. 95051
parri@parri.net / (408) 218-9839
azura@azuradance.com / (408) 839-6365
http://www.geocities.com/parri_bellydance/HomeParri.html?1020758566660

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Looking for cheap lessons in Santa Cruz area

Lisa — Sat, 02 Dec 2006 06:25:19 GMT

I would LOVE to study this art and just have fun with it... I am just a starving artist, short on funds. So I am looking for some great training with cheaper prices, can also do trade. Anything out there???

Thanks!!!
~Lisa

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Crazed: The Belly Dance Is Making Waves Online at Current TV. See It.

Cielito — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 11:10:51 GMT

View & Vote For Crazed: The Belly Dance
http://www.current.tv/watch/17137320

Crazed: The Belly Dance, the new video from Elle Empire Entertainment is now online at Current TV and on sale at Customflix.com. We invite you to see this powerful, short documentary about some of those indulging in this art. Featured dancers include, the legendary Morocco with male belly dancer Tariq Sultan, Goth dancers Kendra Schmidt and Hands of Kali, Arianna Al Tiye of Nubian Moon Daughters, and Kaeshi Chai and Bellyqueen.

After viewing, please give this project a greenlight so that Crazed: The Belly Dance can reach a wider audience on television. Just click on the greenlight button under the video screen, create a user name and password, then submit. After submitting your information, return to the video and click the greenlight button. That’s it.

Thank you for participating, and please feel free to pass these links on to your colleagues, family members and friends, and consider Crazed while making your holiday gift list.

View & Vote For Crazed: The Belly Dance
http://www.current.tv/watch/17137320

Purchase Crazed: The Belly Dance
http://www.customflix.com/Store/ShowEStore.jsp\?id=219250

Sincerely,

Elle Empire Entertainment
Jordan, Jelani and Cielito

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DVDs

sausan — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 04:04:10 GMT

Hi, everyone....

I have my DVDs now listed and posted on my website page.

sausanacademy.com/suq.htm

I'm working dilidently to make more happen. This effort is for educational purposes only. So many dancers don't know nor have ever seen these dancers dance. I hope you will take a look at the DVD page.

-Sausan

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Workshop in Teaching Middle Eastern Dance

Amara — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 22:16:44 GMT

Due to strong interest, I have developed an intensive seminar on "Teaching Middle Eastern Dance." It is open to those currently teaching who would like to learn more approaches and have opportunities for feedback. It is also open to those who are thinking about teaching and need a foundation in dance education. The class is geared towards methods that can be incorporated into a number of Middle Eastern dance styles. Topics will cover kinesiological effectiveness of warm up, cold downs, and stretches, leaning style theory, cultural adaptation of movement instruction, and structuring creative movement exploration. Students will work on defining their personal philosophy of dance education and pedagogical style.

Classes will be held for 4 Sundays Oct 15, Oct. 22, Oct. 29 and Nov. 5
Classes are from 1 - 4pm.

17550 Burbank Blvd.
Suite P-1 (near White Oak).
Encino, CA 91316

For those who are interest in my teaching background here is a little history.

My first entry into teaching was while I worked on a B.A. in music education. During this time, I learned pedagogy and gained experience teaching string instruments to children and adults. As Middle Eastern dance became a priority in my life, I began applying techniques that I learned from music and ballet to my dance practice. Over ten years ago, I started teaching Middle Eastern dance studio classes. Since then I have taught beginners to professionals in traditional and experimental improvisations and choreographies. I also direct Ya Helewa! dance company. While attending graduate programs in dance at both UCLA and UCR, I took courses in dance pedagogy. These allowed me to continue developing my own method of teaching while gaining invaluable insights and feedback from dance educators such as Karen Clippenger, Judy Gantz-Siegel, Linda Tomko, and Sally Ness. At both institutes, I designed and taught accredited courses in Middle Eastern dance. I have also had the opportunity to teach in other universities for continuing adult education such as the Learning Tree and Golden Oaks. Currently, I am an instructor at Cal Poly, Pomona where I teach Belly Dance and World Dance courses.

If you plan on attending, please let me know ahead of time so I may send you material for the first meeting.

Thank you,
Amara
818-906-1947
www.amaradances.com
www.eemed.com

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MECDA Red tent hafla May 13~Victorville

Blaize — Wed, 26 Apr 2006 03:46:09 GMT

MECDA chapters IE~MT~DC are proud to present the first ever Red Tent Hafla!

www.krendavi.com for more info and pre-registration

Mothers Day Weekend, May 13 noon to 9pm

Mojave Narrows Regional Park
18000 Yates Road
Victorville, California

Dancing! Camping!
Drum Circles! Food!
Games! Shopping!

FREE Workshops with
Jim Boz, Jeremiah Soto,
Krisha, Marjhani, and more!

Event Admission
Adults $10 Children $5 under 12 Free

Saturday overnight camping $20 (up to 4 people)
Available by pre-registration only
(limited spaces available)

For general info, volunteer info, camping pre registration, vendor registration, etc please contact us at
blaize@krendavi.com

www.krendavi.com/hafla

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Bellydancers and Hula Hoops

sacredgoddess — Sun, 02 Apr 2006 23:35:44 GMT

I kid you not. So we dont clog up Suhailas tribe I have broke off one of our own...you know those pesky internal muscles you only reach with pilates or other sweat breaking movements...well remember that simple toy you had as a child?

It also makes for great performance art (silver or gold hula hoops)
I dare ya...
come on by the tribe:
http://tribes.tribe.net/bellydancersandhulahoops

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scholarships available! Workshop May 2006

renee — Wed, 29 Mar 2006 22:17:56 GMT

Sacred Art of Belly Dance

Hey Dancing Dames,

I just wanted to get the word out. My friend and amazing belly dancer/teacher Titanya Dahlin is going to be giving a workshop at the Feathered Pipe Ranch in Montana later this spring. I've got a prior engagement so I won't be able to make it this year, BUMMER. Though I thought you might be interested or help get the word out to your community about the workshop. These ladies are incredible dancers and the workshop is super WOMAN-EMPOWERING. The Dahlin sisters utilizes Chinese five element theory, journaling, creative art, meditation and play to create an awesome if not transformative experience.

The dates: May-13 thru 19 2006, Cost is $1050 and I'm pretty sure that includes food and lodging. So it's a fantastic soul reviving week to get you jazzed about your life and power as a woman. I know you already know about that cause you are a powerful woman yourself, and it's always nice to take a break from "your life" and refresh.

Check out the website: http://www.featheredpipe.com/ to see what the location looks like. I went to the Baxter Bell workshop last year so I got to experience the vibe. Excellent! Montana is beautiful in Spring. The clear fresh mountain air, warm days, cool nights. Stars, stars and more stars….oohhh, and they have a hot tub and wet/dry sauna and fantastic massage therapists available.

If you don't think you can afford the workshop on this short of notice… give'em a call at Feathered Pipe 406:442-8196 they are great ladies and might be able to help you out.

Meanwhile,

KEEP DANCING

Renee Frances

P.S. check ou the teachers
www.titanyadancer.com/
http://www.dondibellydancer.com/

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X-med

Amara — Mon, 13 Mar 2006 08:03:06 GMT

Date & Time: Saturday, May 27, 2006 - Monday, May 29, 2006
10:00 AM
Location: Art Works Theater - Studio
6569 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90038 view map
More Info: www.eemed.com/xmed/

An intensive 3-day seminar in Experimental Middle Eastern Dance

Memorial Day Weekend
May 27, 28, 29 2006

Art Works Theater - Studio
6569 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Learn and explore various structures, processes, and techniques in this cutting edge and emerging dance form!

Study with some of most successful innovators including
• Amara (Dir. of Ya Helewa! and EEMED)
• Anaheed (Dir. of Perfumes of Araby)
• Djahari (Dir. of Desert Sin)
• Sa'Elayssa (Dir. of Desert Sin)

A rare opportunity for Q&A during performances with top Experimental Middle Eastern Dance Artists including Amara, Anaheed, Djahari, Sa ‘Elayssa, Heather Stants, Desert Sin, Tandemonium, Tatianna, and Ya Helewa!

A journey through artistic expression appropriate for all levels.

Discover new ways of freeing oneself within the Middle Eastern dance idiom while pushing beyond it boundaries.

www.eemed.com/xmed for more information

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Exclusive from India..

Sat, 11 Mar 2006 11:24:57 GMT

Exclusive AND going cheap.....exquisite attire from India with intricate beadwork etc. Also, mirrored handicrafts/bags and many other things. contact: 323 469 1107

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How about a nice picture for your tribe?

barushka — Thu, 23 Feb 2006 17:50:13 GMT

How about a nice picture for your tribe?

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Tribal Caravan L.A. workshop Registration is open

Julie_J — Sat, 04 Feb 2006 20:13:12 GMT

Registration is now open!
Go to our tribe: Tribal Caravan ~ Los Angeles
or visit our website to download a registration form:

tribalcaravan.com/

workshops with Sharon Kihara, Heather Stants, Atash Maya, Blue Damsel, Jeremiah Soto, Jim Boz, Katie Kay, Ayse Cerami, Laurie Miller and Bryan Foley

All day dancing, vending, MIddle Eastern food and music....plus camping!!!!
Come join us in Agoura Hills ( Los Angeles) April 22.

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MECDA Red tent hafla

Blaize — Fri, 02 Dec 2005 23:42:22 GMT

The lovely Krisha and I would like to organize a red tent hafla! That’s right, a dance party/event focused on bringing the community together. Krisha had the fabulous idea of the DC, MT, and IE chapters jointly hosting it! We would like to have a meeting where we can all talk about our ideas and start organizing this. We're hoping for free workshops, a potluck, open dancing, live drum circle and much more:o)

Meeting is Saturday December 10 at 11am in Lancaster. Email me for directions!

Hope to see you all at the meeting:o) If you can't make it but are still interested in the event please send me an email and I'll keep you posted:o)

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most up to date California events sponsored by lots of dif groups

Blaize — Thu, 21 Jul 2005 23:39:44 GMT

If you want a list of the most up to date events happening in California check out my troupe website...krendavi on tribe.net

Or...go to www.geocities.com/krendavi
www.geocities.com/alzubraexotics
after July 25th to see the most up to date list of events in cali that I've compiled!

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Tribal classes in Southbay Area of LA

Dana — Fri, 26 Aug 2005 19:36:40 GMT

Hello,

Can any one tell me if there is a Tribal Belly dance class offered in the Southbay area of LA. In any of the following cities below:
Torrance, Long Beach, Redondo Beach, Hermosa,Carson, Wilmington, Lomita, Gardena, Hawthorne, Manhattan Beach, Inglewood or Harbor City, El Segundo or Culver City.

Thank you

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Cuable Combos with Sundara Varna..July 30 Colton

Blaize — Thu, 21 Jul 2005 23:37:09 GMT

Workshop: Saturday July 30 3-5pm Cuable Combinations with Ayse of Sundara Varna :Gonzales Community Center 670 Colton Ave, Colton
Using moves, unique to Sundara Varna, Ayse will teach you combinations that begin with subtle cues. Whether you are looking to increase your tribal fusion vocabulary, or add a sense of goddess to your being, this workshop is an absolute necessity. A must for any bellydancer, beginner or professional. You will not be disappointed! Pre-Registrstion fee (before July 20th) is $20 At the door it will be $25
Paypal: Devevents@yahoo.com or send a check or money order payable to Devadasi and send to Brandi Wellborn 610 Massachusetts Ave, Riverside CA 92507

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Introductions

BelCobraDancer — Fri, 13 Aug 2004 21:32:05 GMT

Howdy Andre and All-
This tribe is new and I'm #4 (I think I was number 4 on the new Suhaila tribe too). I moderate Californiadancers, and this is California Belly Dance, so we're first cousins!

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