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From DOLPHINA (CA):
www.goddesslife.net
Greetings! June 2009
Dear eGoddess community,
One of the questions I hear most frequently from our eGoddess community is when is the next burlesque DVD coming out? The answer is top secret or to speak in burlesque terms: the answer is undie cover! However, I have some other delicious treats up my fishnets to satisfy the desire for more of the bump-n-grind.
The appetite for burlesque is undeniable; it is HOT HOT HOT! Performers like the Pussycat Dolls (who I performed with before they became a singing sensation) and Dita von Teese are strutting their stuff everywhere and reviving the retro dance. Besides, how can you resist the sultry music, sparkly costumes and playful names?
In April, I certified many new Goddess Workout instructors - women from Malta to Minnesota - and many asked to also be certified to teach burlesque. So to fulfill this burning yearning, I am dedicating this newsletter to all things burlesque!
And this month I will be certifying instructors to teach Burlesque.
Blessings,
What's New at GoddessLife
Become certified to teach The Goddess Workout Cardio Burlesque with online video classes.
New Goddess Workout drop-in classes. Come drop-in on a class, or buy a class series and save money. New classes start in June. Click here for all the class details and to register.
Workshop in Chicago - On June 28th Dolphina will teach Goddess 101 at Exhale Spa. This workshop will sell out. Click workshops on the left and then click the workshops tab and then scroll down to 6/28/09.
The Art of Seduction Workshop June 11 8-10:30pm in Los Angeles. Click here for more info.
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Read my latest blogs: When you don't Feel Like a Goddess and The Art of Seduction.
GoddessLife 101
Join me each month in this section as I teach you simple tips to living a fuller, healthier and fun life. You are a goddess and it is time to start living that way!
Lesson #12: Become certified to teach The Goddess Workout Cardio Burlesque with online video classes
For the month of June only, I am offering online Teacher Training video classes for you to learn to instruct The Goddess Workout Cardio Burlesque.
Through this month you can purchase the online certification and begin teaching The Goddess Workout Cardio Burlesque. You will be given a pass code to watch 6 online videos that will be presented one per week, beginning today. These courses will guide you on everything you need to begin teaching, such as "class structure", "how to create routines", and "creating 4-6 week classes". In addition, you will be listed on GoddessLife's website as a certified instructor with a bio and link to your class and contact information. And as a special bonus, I am offering a 1 hour phone consultation with me to answer all your questions and give you ideas on how to personalize and maximize your teaching.
Click here for more info and to Register
Inspirational Goddess of the Month
Your stories of how the Goddess Workout has transformed your life serve as great inspiration to me and now I want to share it with other Goddesses! Nominate a Goddess!
Name: Lisa "Li La"
Living: Madisonville, Louisiana
Story: After years of teaching a sensual dance class, mind & body classes, as well as group exercise, I was ready to embark on a new journey - and that is when I found The Goddess Workout: Cardio Burlesque. My face lit up the first time I put in the DVD I thought, "Why didn't I discover this sooner - this is so ME!" My husband sat on the couch with a huge smile on his face watching as I strutted and bumped across the room - he knew I was hooked (well, at least that is why I think he was smiling...wink...wink)! Plus, growing up in the New Orleans area and living in New Orleans for several years made it that much more significant to me because of the strong burlesque history!
The way Dolphina breaks down those sexy moves has helped me grow as a dancer as well as an instructor. Most women think that they have to have some special skill to be able to dance with sensuality and I have always tried to convince them otherwise. Dolphina has given me the tools to officially prove them wrong and I now look forward to teaching them The Goddess Workout!
To say that The Goddess Workout has changed my life would be an understatement. I have always been "the naughty friend" that loves to shake her booty. But Dolphina's concept of "everyone woman is a goddess" has helped me take it a step further by embracing my womanhood. I am now a more complete woman. Today, as I practice Cardio Burlesque and Bellydance along with Dolphina, I feel like a true Goddess - loving my body and loving to move it!
Favorite Goddess Workout Move: I can't get enough of the Bumps from the Cardio Burlesque DVD. My favorite would either be "Too Hot" or "Betty Bump" - it's a tough call.
Favorite Indulgence: G Rated? Hmm...I would have to say anything that is made of sweet, delicious SUGAR.
Dream Job: Unrealistically - To travel around the world as a professional dancer. Realistically - To own a fitness/dance studio that will inspire women of all ages to be and feel SEXY!
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Legendary Goddess of the Month
How do I choose just one Burlesque Queen for Goddess of the Month? I can't! Forgive me now as I run their names through my mind knowing I will forget some of the greats. I selected each one of these stars because they had a major influence on the dance, forever leaving her glittery, feathery, bubbly stamp. These babes are the icons. I must begin with Gypsy Rose Lee who was so smart that she could hold her audience enrapt with her witty banter and sometimes just take off one glove. Sally Rand caused a sensation at the World's Fair by doing a feathered fan dance - and nothing else! Now you won't see a show without this famous prop. Of course, Bettie Page was the ultimate pinup with her innocent smile and girl-next-door looks. Her image is still plastered on magnets, coffee cups, and other various sundries. I have to include Blaze Starr for her onstage antics that made being arrested for obscenity a burlesque institution. Lily St Cyr was so drop-dead gorgeous, she raised the dance to an art form with her good looks. And last, but not least, called "Her Majesty, the Queen" Ann Corio. A title like that says it all.
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Goddess Movie of the Month
From Gidget to Gilda - from Film Noir to Romantic Comedy - the heroines of these girl-power flicks have the Goddess attitude in spades. Each month I will feature one of my favorites. Email me your favorites.
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The Goddess Workout Cardio Bellydance
This is my first time featuring two DVDs as Movie of the Month, and one of the DVDs is from GoddessLife. For those of you who still haven't tried it: Get ready to sizzle in the most glamorous workout ever created! In this liberating cardio workout, I will teach you cabaret-style moves that are simple to execute and will sculpt and define your entire body. Learn to strut with confidence so you can perform a private dance for your man, jazz up a girl's night out or be the center of attention on stage. Discover what every great seductress knows - the art of the tease! DVD EXTRAS: Bonus Performance by Dolphina "Lingerie 101" - Modern lingerie fashions have been heavily influenced by Burlesque style. Discover all the sassy lingerie options that every goddess should know!
Gypsy
Rosalind Russell plays the role of Gypsy's Mama Rose with explosive power, but with the understanding and heart that the real Rose possessed. Natalie Wood adds a glistening sparkle to this cast with class as the vibrant Gypsy Rose Lee, dazzling and beautiful. She plays against her child star image by lustily singing and grinding to a stripper beat and playfully tossing her clothes off. Karl Malden is excellent as Rose's fiancie Herbie. The Sondheim/Styne songs are all incredible and a thrill. There is the showpiece "Let Me Entertain You", the bouncy "Have An Eggroll, Mr. Goldstone", the charming "Small World", and the exciting final number, "Rose's Turn". See this one and "you'll have a real good time, yes, sir!"
Goddess Book of the Month
From Biographies to Self-Help - the wisdom found on these pages will help guide you on your GoddessLife journey. Each month I will feature one of my favorites.
The Bare Truth: Stars of Burlesque From the '40s and '50s
A "revealing" piece of Americana! This is a book to relax with and enjoy over and over again. Following the tremendous success of his first book on the subject, The Queens of Burlesque, Len Rothe has again pulled from his collection of original photographs. There is a delightful selection of over 100 images of Burlesque stars. Together with a revealing text that introduces burlesque to today's new audience, these photographs retain the surprise and teasing elements that endeared the dancers on stage in the heydays of burlesque shows, before television. In theaters throughout America, striptease dancers entertained grateful audiences.
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Goddess Music/playlist
From Billie Holiday to Bellydance this music will inspire you to dance like no one is watching.
Absolutely Burlesque
When I made this mix, I had a difficult time choosing the tracks. So I decided to select the songs I play most frequently in The Goddess Workout Burlesque Class.
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Goddess Event of the Month
Goddesses empower themselves with the knowledge and skills they need to create the lives they want. I'm expanding this section to include not just live events and celebrations, but also workshops, seminars and programs that will support you in your ongoing growth and fulfillment. These are not to be missed - see you there!
The Art of Seduction Workshop June 11 8 -10:30pm For Women Only $45 in Los Angeles
This workshop will cover everything! Discover the art of seduction with sassy flirting tips, creating bedroom ambiance and sensuous dance technique. Learn the secrets of dressing and undressing, massage, the joy of toys, and super sexy tricks for in between the sheets that will drive your partner wild! Indulge yourself in champagne and aphrodisiacs and share your steamy stories with other fierce women. Every goddess will receive a free mini-seduction starter kit. Not for the faint of heart.
Click here to Register
The Goddess Workout Bellydance Workshop June 28th Chicago Exhale Spa 2 - 3:30pm $35
Join Dolphina as she teaches an unforgettable workshop filled with bellydance and the empowerment of women. This 90-minute workshop introduces you to the basics of bellydance and the power of being a goddess. Tone your abs, buns, and thighs as you learn undulations, figure eights, and shimmies. Wear comfortable workout wear that makes you feel chic, beautiful or sizzling hot! Suggestions are leggings and a tank top. Coined hip scarves are provided for everyone. No dance experience is necessary and experienced dancers are welcome. Most importantly, this is a time for you!
Register Now! This workshop will sell out. Click workshops on the left and then click the workshops tab and then scroll down to 6/28/09
From ONCA/BARAKA MUNDI (NC):
www.barakamundi.com
The Americana Burlesque & Sideshow Festival, Asheville, NC. June 12-14, 2009.
Tickets on Sale NOW at www.sideshowburlesque.org!
Come One, Come All...to the Greatest Burlesque Event of the Year!
ABSfest offers three days of Joyous Spectacle, Networking & Fun, right here in the old Paris of the South.
Friday, June 12: Red Carpet Gala & Opening Ceremonies
Saturday, June 13: ABSFest Spectacular at the Orange Peel
Sat. & Sun. June 13-14: Workshops! A dozen classes - Burlesque 101, Intro to Trapeze, Hooping, Stage Make-up, Boylesque, & more.
GET TICKETS NOW AT WWW.SIDESHOWBURLESQUE.ORG or call 828 232 2980!
Incredible ABSfest Shows with Regional and National Artists. 2009 ABSfest Award Winner Holiday Childress of The Goodies is pictured above.
COME SEE!
Friday, June 12, 9pm at MoDaddy's.
The Red Carpet Gala ~
Red Carpet Walk
Opening Words & Awards
Teaser Performances
Special Guests
Fashion Show
Afterparty: Live music & dancing with Wasted Wine, Belly Muse and the go-go antics of the Malamondos!
Saturday, June 13, 7:30pm, at The Orange Peel.
The ABSfest Spectacular with award-winning national artists ~
Opening Words
High Heels, High Fliers, Juicy Vendors, a Flea Circus... and our festival headliners; Trixie Little & the Evil Hate Monkey!
10:30pm Afterparty with Asheville's own THE GOODIES.
ALSO: New this year, outside the Orange Peel, enjoy our first ever SIDESHOW MIDWAY. Artists have gathered from NYC, New Orleans and beyond to create fortune telling machines, creepy puppets, and classic performances by the Cyclops Strong Man, the Tattooed Fat Lady, Sword Dancers and every stripe of Neo-circus folk. Our thanks to the mad scientists at More Than Mammal for the Midway.
WWW.SIDESHOWBURLESQUE.ORG or call 828 232 2980!
Classes in the ABSfest Seminary: Get Right with the Gods of Sass!
COME LEARN!
Register for classes at www.sideshowburlesque.org.
SATURDAY, June 13
9-10:30 Burlesque 101 with the ladies of Salome Cabaret
9-12noon Pin-Up Workshop with Corky Bordeaux of Bootstraps
10:30-12 Vintage hair for the Modern Woman Talloolah Love of Syrens of the South
12-1:30 Amplify your Assets with Trixie Little and the Evil Hate Monkey
12-1:30 Hoops with MelMacPink
1:30-3 Dedicated Flexibility for Movement Artists with contortionist Alyssum
1:30-3 Intro to Aerials with Guerrilla Divas
3-4:30 Circus-style Service with Rigel 7 of Shitz & Gigglz
SUNDAY, June 14
9-10:30 Feather Boa with Lady Di
10:30-12 Business of Burlesque with Katherine Lashe of the Syrens of the South
12-1:30 Women's Make-up & Hair for Stage with DeLacey 'Heartbreaker' Santini
12-3 PRIVATES with Trixie and Monkey. Take your performance concept to the next level. $100/hour. They are worth it - and so are YOU!
1:30-3 Fire Performance & Safety with Sneaky McFly, ABSfest Master of Ceremonies
3-4:30 Boylesque with Smokin' McQueen
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE IN DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE. See website for locations and updates.
Thank you for supporting the arts and keeping Asheville funky!
Contact Info:
The Americana Burlesque & Sideshow Festival
Future of Tradition Productions
44 Tampa Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806
www.sideshowburlesque.org
828 232 2980
From the BELLYTWINS (CA):
www.bellytwins.com
May / June 2009
Summer is around the corner, and it'll be time for vacations, recreations, and rejuvenation. So, take time out for yourself. It's time to renew our minds, bodies, and spirit. Relish in the good things of life in the sun. Walk (like an Egyptian, of course) in the park or beach, and enjoy the sunshine. Better yet, throw on a hip scarf and belly dance! William C. Williams once said, "in summer the song sings itself." As dancers, we put physical motion to songs. If we keep a song in our hearts, then aren't we always (or should be) dancing to life? So, whether it is on a beach, in the desert, or even in your living room, let the sunshine in... and dance..(like an Egyptian, of course!)
Peace & Blessings,
Neena & Veena
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Bellydance: Sexy, fun!
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Wednesdays; Studio City, CA: 8 pm to 9 pm.
Bollywood: A blast! Excellent workout!
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Sundays; Glendale/Atwater Village, CA; --NEW! 1 to 2 pm.
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Visually pleasing, packed with helpful information and fun to read, The Way of the Belly is a grand exploration into the world of beauty, health, and happiness. This 173-page reader is a treasure cove for those interested in being inspired by two of the nation's leading dancers and sensual gurus, Neena & Veena. As identical twins, they are a force times two in every way. Their styles are similar but offer a slightly different point of view.
The book is one of the best bargains available at only $24.95. Bursting with recipes that make your mouth water, easy to read side bars with tips of the trade and classy visuals that show you what the text explains in detail, it's hard to beat the value. Additionally, The Way of the Belly offers a free instructional Belly Dance DVD with the book! It's obvious the Belly Twins are more interested in educating others about the dance than counting their dollars made by their books' sales. The Way of the Belly and the Belly Twins are a breath of fresh air in the industry of dance and fitness.
I strongly recommend this to brides looking for fun fitness to slim out before their weddings, wives looking to spice up their romantic side, anyone interested in fitness and mostly to those who seek creative ways to health and happiness. These fitness leaders are heading for almost guaranteed global stardom.
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BELLY TIP
Bikini season is around the corner, and for many of us who live in warm clients, some days, it feels as if it's already here! Here are some tips in choosing a swim suit that will make you look your best: And guess what? Many of these tips will also apply when you're shopping for dance costumes: Samba, Bellydance, Hawaiian, Salsa, and more.
Slim a heavy torso with strong vertical elements (a zip front, vertical stripes).
Minimize a pear shape with bust-enhancing details (piping, embroidery, asymetrical straps).
Balance out a top-heavy figure by choosing dark colors on top and avoiding frills or other embellishments on top.
Maximize a small bust with push-up bra tops, prints on top, and "extras" like ruffles or gathers.
Hide a tummy with suits that offer built-in control panels, and two-piece bottoms with more coverage (tankinis are great).
If you wear a different size top than bottom, look for bikini separates.
Remember what you're going to use the suit for: if you enjoy playing volleyball in the beach orÊswimming you need to rethink flimsy strings and suits that need lots of pulling and tugging to keep in place. Swimwear. Make your legs look longer by choosing a suit with high-cut legs (also makes your bottom look trimmer from the back!)
More tips can be found in "The Way of the Belly." Buy now!
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BELLY MOVE
BASIC DEBKE:
There are many debke movements. Here's a very simple and basic one:
This is actually danced with shoes, but you could dance barefeet if you want. Stand with your feet parallel, about hip width apart. Start with the left foot crossing over the right, slightly bend both knees; step the right foot out. Repeat again; low kick; and stomp with the left foot. Be sure to warm up and cool down before exercising. Drink plenty of water. As with any exercise program, consult your physician. For other movements,
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BELLY SIGNS
Chinese Astrology
2009: Year of the Ox:
dependable, hard-working, calm, reliable, modest, born-leader. They are kind, caring, souls. Theyre also patient, methodical, and social.
Numerology:The year 2009 is the numeric value of "11" Ð a Master number. The next time the world will experience the same energy will be in 2018. Equality, creative, social, togetherness, Yin-yang energy
TAURUS
April 21 - May 21
GEMINI
May 22 - June 21
TAURUS
Element: Earth
Metal: Copper
Anatomy: Throat and neck
Planet: Venus
Animal: Bull
Color: green and pastel shades
Gemstone: Emerald. These precious stones were used as amulets to ward off epilepsy in children and thought to cure diseases of the eye. Indian folklore suggests that these stones will improve memory, intelligence, and enhance clairvoyance. Cleopatra prized emeralds above all other gems.
Flower: Violets
Lucky Day: Friday
Lucky Numbers: 6 (6 series)
Numerology: 5 Five indicates mental and physical stimulation and challenges. Loves to travel.
Positive: Loving, persistant, placid, desires security, practical, stable, balanced, law-abiding citizens
Negative: Jealous, possessive, resentful, inflexible, self-indulgent, greedy, argumentive
Zodiac mate: Scorpio
Taurian dancer: May be potentially one of the best instructors in dance because of her patience, reliability, and warm-heartedness towards her students. As a student, she is determined to "get it right," which eventually makes her even a great performer.
Possible health concerns: asthma/respitory, abscesses, overweight, liver/kidneys, RA, genitals/womb.
Taurus celebs: Shirley Temple-Black, Shirley Maclain, Glen Campbell, Sergei Prokofiev, Leonardi DaVinci, Carol Burnett, Jack Nicholson, Jack Klugman, Ulysses S. Grant, Karl Marx, Orson Wells, Annette Benning, Sugar Ray Robinson, Bing Crosby, Wayne Dyer, Irving Berlin, Martha Graham, Harvey Keitel, Stevie Wonder, George Lucas, George Carlin, Florence Nightengale, Henry Fonda, Billy Joel, Fred Astaire, Renee Zellweger, Janet Jackson, Melissa Gilbert, Emilio Estevez, Jay Leno, Cher
GEMINI
Element: Air
Quality: Mutable
Basic Trait: I Think
Metal: Quicksilver
Color: Saffron Yellow and Azure Blue
Gemstone: Topaz, Agate and Aquamarine
Flower: Azaleas and Lilies
Planet: Mercury - symbol of communication. In ancient times Mercury was believed to be the messenger of the gods. This planet governs intellect, communication, wit, writing and diplomacy.
Color: Orange
Gemstone: Agate
Numerology: 6 Homelife is important. Stability and creative. Gemini dancer: Ruled by the planet Mercury making them quick witted, verbose,and inquisitive. As instructors, she communicates in various ways to make sure her students understand. As a person, she is jovial and easy-going, and always on the go. It's hard to pin her down. When she learns to apply her intellectual and verbal communication skills to her movements, it's a delight to watch, because it's so full of youthful energy and personality. Their twin personalities in dance gives them versatility in moods and movement.
Possible health concerns: arms, shoulders, hands, lungs and nervous system and its subjects need to beware of diseases and accidents associated with the upper part of the body, as well as nervous and pulmonary disorders such as catarrh and bronchitis.
Gemini celebs: Sir Lawrence Oliver, Bob Dylan, Patti Labelle, Stevie Nicks, Isadora Duncan, Henry Kissinger, Mel Blanc, Vincent Price, Marilyn Monroe, Kenny G, Tom Jones, Johnny Depp, Judy, Garland, Donald Trump, Dean Martin, Barry Manilow, Paul McCartney, Paula Abdul, Nicole Kidman, Prince William
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BELLY MUSIC & DANCE
Dabke
This issue we feature the music and dance of Lebanon. One of our favorite styles of dance to perform is Dabke - also dabka, and dabkeh. It is the national dance of the people of the Levant in Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, Jordan and Iraq. Dabke is associated with a distinctive genre of music, and the word Dabke may refer either to the dance or to the music (or both). Palestinians are known to have the most creative and original dabke of the Levant. Danced by both male and female, Dabkeh is a dance of community, often performed as a line dance at weddings and other joyous occasions such as family parties or competitions. Usually the leader of the dabkeh would be in the front of the line or out of the line alternating face to face to the audience and the other dabkeh dancers. It can also be performed as a semi-circle.
The meaning of "dabkeh" in Arabic is "stomping of the feet." The leader, called raas (meaning "head") or "lawweeh" (meaning "waver"), is allowed to improvise on the type of dabkeh. The leader twirls a handkerchief or string of beads known as a masbha (similar to a rosary), while the rest of the dancers keep the rhythm. The dancers also use vocalizations to show energy and to punctuate the rhythm. The Dabkeh leader is supposed to be like a tree, with arms in the air, a proud and upright trunk, and feet that stomp the ground in rhythm, emphasizing their connection to their land. The dance is also to mock the steps of horses.
Dabkeh was popularized in the 20th century by Lebanese composers Assi and Mansour Rahbani and singers like Zaki Nassif, Fairuz, Wadih el Safi, and Nasri Shamseddine. Lebanon's most famous dabkeh troupe was the Firkat el Arz. Other troupes today include Ibdaa, Sareyyet Ramallah, and El-Funoun.
Dabke originated in the Levant where houses were built from stone with a roof made of wood, straw and dirt. The dirt roof had to be compacted which required stomping the dirt hard in a uniform way to compact it evenly. This event of cooperation is called ta'awon and from here comes the word awneh, meaning "help." This developed into the song 'Ala Dalouna', or roughly translated "Let's go and help". The dabke and the rhythmic songs go together in an attempt to keep the work fun and useful. Debke music can be found on our website. Buy now!
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BELLY SONG
Lebanese singer, Feiruz made this beautiful lyrical song famous in 1960. It's a great veil number ...or just to listen to it after a hectic day ...
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NAHNA WEL QAMAR JIIRAAN (We are neighbors with the moon)
Nahna wel qamar (amar) jeran
(The moon is our neighbor)
Beito khalf tlaalna
(His house is behind our hills)
Biyitlaa min kbaalna biyismaa'i El alhaan
(He rises in front of us, listening to the music).
Aaref b'mwaa a'eidna w taarek b'kareadna ajmal el-alwaan.
(He knows our rendevous, and shines beautiful colors on top of the shingles).
W'yaa ma shirna maa'ouh b'lail elhana maa el-nahdaat.
(And how we stayed awake with him, all evening happy, accompanied with our sighs).
W'yaama aala m'tlaaouh sharahna elhawa ghawa hkyaat.
(And how on it's rising, we spoke about our love and the stories).
Nahna wel qamar jeran
(The moon is our neighbor)
Lamma ttal w'zaarna aa' kanater daarna rashrash el mirjaan.
(When he showed up, visiting, he sprinkled coral over the house arches).
Yaa jaaret el kamar..ya ahla ghinniyeh
(Oh you moon's neighbor. The most beautiful song)
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BELLY LANGUAGE
Approximately 200 million people in more than twenty two countries, from Morocco to Iraq, and as far south as Somalia and the Sudan speak Arabic. This language is said to have originated in Saudi Arabia in pre-Islamic times, and spread rapidly across the Middle East.
The languages of northern India, Turkey, Iran, Portugal, and Spain are full of words of Arabic origin. Modern Arabic words vary from country to country.
Lebanese dialect shares 80% of its vocabulary with Syrian Arabic, and about 75% with Jordanian and Palestinian Arabic dialects (Gaza & West Bank). Moreover, mutual intelligibility with Egyptian, Iraqi, Moroccan, and other Arabic dialects varies from 60%-30%. Most of Lebanese vocabularies are of Phoenician and Aramaic origins. French, Turkic, and Persian loanwords make less than 20%. Lebanese is one of the most understandable languages among the Arab States*. In the past fifty years, thousands of songs, poems and books, and hundreds of plays and screenplays have been written in Lebanese. The Egyptian language has also been growing in popularity in the past century due to its tremendous media productions in the region.
THIS MONTH'S WORDS/PHRASES:
Hello Marhaba
How are you? Kiffak (to male) Kiffik (to female)
Yes E
No La
Thanks Merci
Good morning Nharkon saxiid or Bon jour
Good evening Masa Ikhar or Bon soir
What is your name? Cu ismak (to male) Cu ismik (to female)
My name is ___- Isme ____
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BELLY MOMS
For the mommy-to-be:
Did you know that belly dancing can help a pregnant woman...
To appreciate a mother's lovely, growing womb;
To strengthen the muscles of the pelvis, the legs and the whole body for when that special child enters the world;
To release tension from the weight of growing breast through shoulder movements and to get extra space through chest movements if the baby is in a high position;
To massage the baby with the waters by soothing it through continuous hip circles;
To stimulate the uterus by doing birth movements. These are the vertical movements of the pelvis which excite the pelvis, contrary to the horizontal ones which relax it;
To work and accelerate labor that is too slow or weak through birth movements.
Movements specifically designed for mothers-to-be are found in BELLY BABY. Buy now!
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BELLY HEALTH:
The Imporance of Stretching.
Flexibility is a very important part of your exercise program. Unfortunately, it is often over looked by most people. Lack of flexibility is the root of most problems. When a muscle is tight, it limits the muscles ability to contract properly, causing inefficient movement.
Muscles that are tight are more likely to become injured and cause the opposing muscle to contract improperly. Proper stretching dramatically reduces the need for certain medications, injuries, and/or certain physical problems. Without proper stretching, the body's movements becomes limited, and results are difficult to achieve.
More on health on The Way of the Belly
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BELLY LETTERS
Hi,
I wanted to thank you for the beautiful DVDs you did for beginners. I have two of them and absolutely love the work outs. I have dropped 7 pounds already just by doing the workout three times a week. Some of the stretches or warm up exercises that you do I am not able to do mostly because I am very heavy. Also because I have very bulky muscles since I was a small child.
The dancing brings me so much joy and peace almost like coming home.
Thank you,
Jodi
Dear Neena and Veena,
Good evening! My name is Neferure Sayama and I'm from Europe.I love bellydance and I love you Neena Veena i really adore and appreciate your unicate dance.But in here ,in my country I can't find your DVDs i just found 2 and of course i bought them...but on your site I saw that you have so many DVDs and i can't buy them cuz I'm from Europe...Anyway I am so glad that I can write to you for sending my appreciate for you...I'm trying to dance as you but on my sealf it is a bit hard .If I were from America i'd sure come to your dance school i really love your moves,i'm crazy acctually.
Your faithfully,
Sayama Neferure
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ASK THE TWINS
Hey Girls!
Is there a difference between Egyptian and Lebanese style of bellydance? If so, can you tell me?
Thanks,
Shanni
Pennsylvania
Hi Shanni!
Yes, there is a difference. Not a huge one, and most people can't really tell. Many dancers seem to incorporate both styles without really knowing it. In a quick explanation, the current Egyptian style seems to be more subtle. No or little "snake" arms, no or little large movements across the stage. Lots of shimmies "layered" on top of other dance movements. The dance emphasizes the hips, not the arms, and definitely not the hands. It's soft and sensual. Lebanese style seem to be larger. Movements used include snake arms, turns, reverse undulations, and hip lifts. Some of my friends call "jazzier." "Floorwork" (dancing on the floor) is also done in this style, whereas in Egypt, it no longer exists. Many professional dancers may mix the two.
Belly Blessins,
N & V
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BELLY RECIPES:
LEBANESE FATTOUSH
Quick, easy, refreshing!
Ingredients:
6 lettuce leaves, chopped
3 cabbage leaves, chopped
2 small radishes, minced
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 carrot, shredded
1/4 sweet corn kernels
1 large tomato, finely diced
1 small onion, sliced thin
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
12 sprigs flat parsley, minced
12 mint leaves, minced
Fresh tarragon
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 pomegranate seeds (optional)
Pomegranate molasses (optional)
2 tblspns fresh lemon juice
Sea salt to taste
Directions:
Rinse all ingredients in cold, filtered water. Toss together all ingredients into a large bowl. Serve cold.
Tip: You can use any or all of the ingredients listed. Always try to use organic.
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HUMMUS
Quick and easy!
Ingredients:
6 lettuce leaves, chopped
3 cabbage leaves, chopped
2 small radishes, minced
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 carrot, shredded
1/4 sweet corn kernels
1 large tomato, finely diced
1 small onion, sliced thin
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
12 sprigs flat parsley, minced
12 mint leaves, minced
Fresh tarragon
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 pomegranate seeds (optional)
Pomegranate molasses (optional)
2 tblspns fresh lemon juice
Sea salt to taste
Directions:
Rinse all ingredients in cold, filtered water. Toss together all ingredients into a large bowl. Serve cold.
Tip: You can use any or all of the ingredients listed. Always try to use organic.
Got a favorite recipe you'd like to share with us? For more Middle Eastern recipes, check out "The Way of the Belly."
From SER SOLSTICE (NYC):
www.seradance.com
Upcoming performances!!!!
Tuesday: June 9th, 9pm:
Raquy and the Cavemen,
with Sera Solstice
Opening the night: 9pm: The Throwbacks
9:30 pm: Dancers from Solstice Studio
at Public Assembly: 70 North 6th st, Williamsburg Brooklyn
www.publicassembly.com
Cover: $10!!!!
Spread the word!!! This is going to be great.
Witness one of the most sought-after Doumbek drummers in the US, Raquy, with her most talented and sexy band, The Cavemen. Solstice Studio Instructors open the show at 9:30, and then Raquy performs at 10pm with featured dancer, Sera Solstice. Come ready to dance!!!!
Thursday June 11th:
Shaking the Trees, a Fundraiser for PURE
A Bellydance Benefit for PURE to adopt 3 trees in Prospect Park
Dancers: Amantha, Elekra, Jeniviva, Mimi Fontana & Manhattan Tribal, Neon, Paola Blanton, Pacita, Sahazha, Sera Solstice, Sonali with Laura Torell, Tara Star, MC Eshtar-Lucretia
Location: Satellite Lounge: 143 Havemeyer St, bet. South 1st and South 2nd st, Williamsburg Brooklyn
Doors 8:30, show begins 9pm
$15
Saturday, June 13th, 10pm
Beats Antique:
hosted by Trisha McBride
Opening with:
Solstice Ensemble, Vorona, and Trisha McBride
Followed by DJ sets by Zoe Jakes and Red Siren
Get yer tix now: trishamcbridedance.com/worksh...nd-more
June 17th, 8:30pm:
Birthday party and performance by Solstice Studio's Danielle
A weekly event every Wednesday hosted by Djinn and Kaeshi Chai
at JeBon, 15 St. Marks Place, New York, NY, $10 cover, plus $5.00 minimum. Come out to celebrate our beloved Danielle!!!
Hope to see you there!!!!
Peace and Love,
Sera Solstice
Founder/Director
Solstice Studio
www.boldbellydance.com/
East Coast Tribal Intensive
with Sera Solstice
Sunday June 21st, 2:00-4:30
at
Solstice Studio
66 West 39th Street, at 6th Avenue
3rd Floor
New York, NY 10018
This workshop will guide dancers through a series of drills, including layering and shimmy combos, which will lead into a short choreography using pop 'n lock isolations as well as Modern expansive movements. Perfect for the dancer who wants to develop a sense of grace and control through movement. Much focus will be on movement quality, transistions, and feeling through movement.
$30 in advanced, $35 at the door.
Workshop size is limited. Reserve your space at info@boldbellydance.com.
Recent Video:
Solstice Ensemble peformance at Tribal Fest 9
Sera Solstice at Rakassah West
Danielle's performance at Tribal Fest 9
Brenna's Solo at Solstice Studio
Sera Solstice at Tribal Fest
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From NEON/WDNY (NYC):
www.worlddancenewyork.com
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If you feel you may have received this message by mistake, or would rather unsubscribe, please accept our apologies and follow the UNSUBSCRIBE link at the botom of the newsletter. Thank you for your time and attention, and happy dancing!
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Love Potion - The Bellydance Workout :: Neon, Blanca, Sarah Skinner :: 140 min.
INFO | PURCHASE | YouTube trailer | Flickr photo set
The Love Potion Bellydance Workout combines dance fitness with dance instruction. The program consists of three sections: The Love Potion Workout - 40 min. Practice Flow for beginners - 50 min. Tutorial section for beginners - 50 min.
Love Potion is a muscle-conditioning and sculpting workout made of 100% bellydance steps and designed to give you a true dance experience through sequences of real dance combinations set to rich, evocative music. It is a non-stop movement program: The step-by-step technique instruction is offered in a separate 50-minute Tutorial section. Exploring all major areas of the bellydance vocabulary, the Love Potion dance movement combinations are introduced gradually; each section of the workout adds new material and builds on the steps and combinations featured in previous sections.
A Tutorial section explains the mechanics of every move: You will learn the core bellydance vocabulary, and develop beautiful form, muscle control and precise technique. Each step is explained in detail, and followed by an option to practice it with music in the corresponding section from the Practice Flow at first a slow and then a faster tempo.
The Practice Flow is a separate beginner-level program that introduces and drills each bellydance step and all the major Love Potion combinations. This section features 50-minutes of non-stop dance practice. It moves at a slower pace than the Love Potion workout and offers more repetitions of individual moves before developing them into combinations.
Fantasy Bellydance :: performances :: 90 min.
INFO | PURCHASE | YouTube trailer | Flickr photo set
Fantasy Bellydance, with its dreamy, exotic, highly artistic, non-traditional dances has evolved through the aesthetic explorations of many 20th century and post-millennial artists, finding its distinct genre definition and a powerful impetus through lavish and whimsical Fantasy Bellydance concerts hosted in New York City by the Venus Uprising creative salon. This compilation of fantasy bellydance performances is based on creations seen at the “Cult of Myth” show held by Venus Uprising within its Fantasy series.
Many artists performing Fantasy Bellydance stay within the vocabulary and technique of traditional bellydance, while others blend it more liberally with modern dance, jazz, and world fusion. Other dancers draw on Tribal technique, aesthetics, and concepts to create fantasy themes and images.
This “Fantasy Bellydance” program features performances by New York City dancers Anasma, Autumn Ward, Ayshe, Blanca, Fayzah, Irina, Neon, Rayhana, Sarah Skinner, Sira, Tanna Valentine, and Uyum Dans (Elisheva and Kittarina), and brings you rich exotic world music by composers from the US, Europe, and Latin America.
In this DVD: Atlantis flourishes and perishes; Firebird lights the forest with its brilliant feathers; Prince Charming loses his battle with the dragon; pirate wenches clash in a fierce duel; an invocation to the Moon goddess is recited in a jewel of a dance; a Mermaid finds and loses love; Salome asks for the head of the holy man; the Swan Maiden swirls in a magical rite; Eleutheria, Ruler of the deep seas, unfolds her tentacles; Android emerges from a sci-fi future to save the world with robotic grace; an Amazon warrior is called to the battle; Persephone falls from innocence into dark passion; a fantasy geisha glides mysteriously amid the waves of her silk fans; Aphrodite is born of the sea; a slinky cabaret seductress dances in an old-world port at the crossroads of the world...
Silk & Feathers: Burlesque Fan Dance :: Jo Weldon :: 70 min.
INFO | PURCHASE | YouTube trailer | Flickr photo set
Created by New York City-based burlesque star Jo Weldon, “Silk and Feathers” is an introduction to burlesque fan dance. Popularized by the ostrich feather fan dance act of Sally Rand in the 1930s, fan dance with striptease or the implication of a body reveal has become a globally-recognized staple of burlesque performance.
In “Silk and Feathers” Jo Weldon teaches three fan dance routines - with beautiful small marabou fans, glamourous veil fans, and with fabulous and sophisticated large ostrich fans. The dances are set to classic burlesque music and use a wide array of movement, poses, and techniques from the distinctive vocabulary of burlesque fan dance.
Each routine is carefully constructed for beginners, with precise movement and repetitions to build skills specific to this unique art. You will learn all the basics of burlesque fan dance, enhance the grace and poise of your movement, and expand your musicality and acting skills as the dances take you from sensuality to playfulness, and from a grand-diva stance to naughtiness.
www.goddesslife.net
Greetings! June 2009
Dear eGoddess community,
One of the questions I hear most frequently from our eGoddess community is when is the next burlesque DVD coming out? The answer is top secret or to speak in burlesque terms: the answer is undie cover! However, I have some other delicious treats up my fishnets to satisfy the desire for more of the bump-n-grind.
The appetite for burlesque is undeniable; it is HOT HOT HOT! Performers like the Pussycat Dolls (who I performed with before they became a singing sensation) and Dita von Teese are strutting their stuff everywhere and reviving the retro dance. Besides, how can you resist the sultry music, sparkly costumes and playful names?
In April, I certified many new Goddess Workout instructors - women from Malta to Minnesota - and many asked to also be certified to teach burlesque. So to fulfill this burning yearning, I am dedicating this newsletter to all things burlesque!
And this month I will be certifying instructors to teach Burlesque.
Blessings,
What's New at GoddessLife
Become certified to teach The Goddess Workout Cardio Burlesque with online video classes.
New Goddess Workout drop-in classes. Come drop-in on a class, or buy a class series and save money. New classes start in June. Click here for all the class details and to register.
Workshop in Chicago - On June 28th Dolphina will teach Goddess 101 at Exhale Spa. This workshop will sell out. Click workshops on the left and then click the workshops tab and then scroll down to 6/28/09.
The Art of Seduction Workshop June 11 8-10:30pm in Los Angeles. Click here for more info.
Follow GoddessLife on Twitter.
Read my latest blogs: When you don't Feel Like a Goddess and The Art of Seduction.
GoddessLife 101
Join me each month in this section as I teach you simple tips to living a fuller, healthier and fun life. You are a goddess and it is time to start living that way!
Lesson #12: Become certified to teach The Goddess Workout Cardio Burlesque with online video classes
For the month of June only, I am offering online Teacher Training video classes for you to learn to instruct The Goddess Workout Cardio Burlesque.
Through this month you can purchase the online certification and begin teaching The Goddess Workout Cardio Burlesque. You will be given a pass code to watch 6 online videos that will be presented one per week, beginning today. These courses will guide you on everything you need to begin teaching, such as "class structure", "how to create routines", and "creating 4-6 week classes". In addition, you will be listed on GoddessLife's website as a certified instructor with a bio and link to your class and contact information. And as a special bonus, I am offering a 1 hour phone consultation with me to answer all your questions and give you ideas on how to personalize and maximize your teaching.
Click here for more info and to Register
Inspirational Goddess of the Month
Your stories of how the Goddess Workout has transformed your life serve as great inspiration to me and now I want to share it with other Goddesses! Nominate a Goddess!
Name: Lisa "Li La"
Living: Madisonville, Louisiana
Story: After years of teaching a sensual dance class, mind & body classes, as well as group exercise, I was ready to embark on a new journey - and that is when I found The Goddess Workout: Cardio Burlesque. My face lit up the first time I put in the DVD I thought, "Why didn't I discover this sooner - this is so ME!" My husband sat on the couch with a huge smile on his face watching as I strutted and bumped across the room - he knew I was hooked (well, at least that is why I think he was smiling...wink...wink)! Plus, growing up in the New Orleans area and living in New Orleans for several years made it that much more significant to me because of the strong burlesque history!
The way Dolphina breaks down those sexy moves has helped me grow as a dancer as well as an instructor. Most women think that they have to have some special skill to be able to dance with sensuality and I have always tried to convince them otherwise. Dolphina has given me the tools to officially prove them wrong and I now look forward to teaching them The Goddess Workout!
To say that The Goddess Workout has changed my life would be an understatement. I have always been "the naughty friend" that loves to shake her booty. But Dolphina's concept of "everyone woman is a goddess" has helped me take it a step further by embracing my womanhood. I am now a more complete woman. Today, as I practice Cardio Burlesque and Bellydance along with Dolphina, I feel like a true Goddess - loving my body and loving to move it!
Favorite Goddess Workout Move: I can't get enough of the Bumps from the Cardio Burlesque DVD. My favorite would either be "Too Hot" or "Betty Bump" - it's a tough call.
Favorite Indulgence: G Rated? Hmm...I would have to say anything that is made of sweet, delicious SUGAR.
Dream Job: Unrealistically - To travel around the world as a professional dancer. Realistically - To own a fitness/dance studio that will inspire women of all ages to be and feel SEXY!
Order the Goddess Workout DVDs
Legendary Goddess of the Month
How do I choose just one Burlesque Queen for Goddess of the Month? I can't! Forgive me now as I run their names through my mind knowing I will forget some of the greats. I selected each one of these stars because they had a major influence on the dance, forever leaving her glittery, feathery, bubbly stamp. These babes are the icons. I must begin with Gypsy Rose Lee who was so smart that she could hold her audience enrapt with her witty banter and sometimes just take off one glove. Sally Rand caused a sensation at the World's Fair by doing a feathered fan dance - and nothing else! Now you won't see a show without this famous prop. Of course, Bettie Page was the ultimate pinup with her innocent smile and girl-next-door looks. Her image is still plastered on magnets, coffee cups, and other various sundries. I have to include Blaze Starr for her onstage antics that made being arrested for obscenity a burlesque institution. Lily St Cyr was so drop-dead gorgeous, she raised the dance to an art form with her good looks. And last, but not least, called "Her Majesty, the Queen" Ann Corio. A title like that says it all.
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Goddess Movie of the Month
From Gidget to Gilda - from Film Noir to Romantic Comedy - the heroines of these girl-power flicks have the Goddess attitude in spades. Each month I will feature one of my favorites. Email me your favorites.
Click here to order movie
The Goddess Workout Cardio Bellydance
This is my first time featuring two DVDs as Movie of the Month, and one of the DVDs is from GoddessLife. For those of you who still haven't tried it: Get ready to sizzle in the most glamorous workout ever created! In this liberating cardio workout, I will teach you cabaret-style moves that are simple to execute and will sculpt and define your entire body. Learn to strut with confidence so you can perform a private dance for your man, jazz up a girl's night out or be the center of attention on stage. Discover what every great seductress knows - the art of the tease! DVD EXTRAS: Bonus Performance by Dolphina "Lingerie 101" - Modern lingerie fashions have been heavily influenced by Burlesque style. Discover all the sassy lingerie options that every goddess should know!
Gypsy
Rosalind Russell plays the role of Gypsy's Mama Rose with explosive power, but with the understanding and heart that the real Rose possessed. Natalie Wood adds a glistening sparkle to this cast with class as the vibrant Gypsy Rose Lee, dazzling and beautiful. She plays against her child star image by lustily singing and grinding to a stripper beat and playfully tossing her clothes off. Karl Malden is excellent as Rose's fiancie Herbie. The Sondheim/Styne songs are all incredible and a thrill. There is the showpiece "Let Me Entertain You", the bouncy "Have An Eggroll, Mr. Goldstone", the charming "Small World", and the exciting final number, "Rose's Turn". See this one and "you'll have a real good time, yes, sir!"
Goddess Book of the Month
From Biographies to Self-Help - the wisdom found on these pages will help guide you on your GoddessLife journey. Each month I will feature one of my favorites.
The Bare Truth: Stars of Burlesque From the '40s and '50s
A "revealing" piece of Americana! This is a book to relax with and enjoy over and over again. Following the tremendous success of his first book on the subject, The Queens of Burlesque, Len Rothe has again pulled from his collection of original photographs. There is a delightful selection of over 100 images of Burlesque stars. Together with a revealing text that introduces burlesque to today's new audience, these photographs retain the surprise and teasing elements that endeared the dancers on stage in the heydays of burlesque shows, before television. In theaters throughout America, striptease dancers entertained grateful audiences.
Click here to order Book
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Goddess Music/playlist
From Billie Holiday to Bellydance this music will inspire you to dance like no one is watching.
Absolutely Burlesque
When I made this mix, I had a difficult time choosing the tracks. So I decided to select the songs I play most frequently in The Goddess Workout Burlesque Class.
Listen to playlist and download
Goddess Event of the Month
Goddesses empower themselves with the knowledge and skills they need to create the lives they want. I'm expanding this section to include not just live events and celebrations, but also workshops, seminars and programs that will support you in your ongoing growth and fulfillment. These are not to be missed - see you there!
The Art of Seduction Workshop June 11 8 -10:30pm For Women Only $45 in Los Angeles
This workshop will cover everything! Discover the art of seduction with sassy flirting tips, creating bedroom ambiance and sensuous dance technique. Learn the secrets of dressing and undressing, massage, the joy of toys, and super sexy tricks for in between the sheets that will drive your partner wild! Indulge yourself in champagne and aphrodisiacs and share your steamy stories with other fierce women. Every goddess will receive a free mini-seduction starter kit. Not for the faint of heart.
Click here to Register
The Goddess Workout Bellydance Workshop June 28th Chicago Exhale Spa 2 - 3:30pm $35
Join Dolphina as she teaches an unforgettable workshop filled with bellydance and the empowerment of women. This 90-minute workshop introduces you to the basics of bellydance and the power of being a goddess. Tone your abs, buns, and thighs as you learn undulations, figure eights, and shimmies. Wear comfortable workout wear that makes you feel chic, beautiful or sizzling hot! Suggestions are leggings and a tank top. Coined hip scarves are provided for everyone. No dance experience is necessary and experienced dancers are welcome. Most importantly, this is a time for you!
Register Now! This workshop will sell out. Click workshops on the left and then click the workshops tab and then scroll down to 6/28/09
From ONCA/BARAKA MUNDI (NC):
www.barakamundi.com
The Americana Burlesque & Sideshow Festival, Asheville, NC. June 12-14, 2009.
Tickets on Sale NOW at www.sideshowburlesque.org!
Come One, Come All...to the Greatest Burlesque Event of the Year!
ABSfest offers three days of Joyous Spectacle, Networking & Fun, right here in the old Paris of the South.
Friday, June 12: Red Carpet Gala & Opening Ceremonies
Saturday, June 13: ABSFest Spectacular at the Orange Peel
Sat. & Sun. June 13-14: Workshops! A dozen classes - Burlesque 101, Intro to Trapeze, Hooping, Stage Make-up, Boylesque, & more.
GET TICKETS NOW AT WWW.SIDESHOWBURLESQUE.ORG or call 828 232 2980!
Incredible ABSfest Shows with Regional and National Artists. 2009 ABSfest Award Winner Holiday Childress of The Goodies is pictured above.
COME SEE!
Friday, June 12, 9pm at MoDaddy's.
The Red Carpet Gala ~
Red Carpet Walk
Opening Words & Awards
Teaser Performances
Special Guests
Fashion Show
Afterparty: Live music & dancing with Wasted Wine, Belly Muse and the go-go antics of the Malamondos!
Saturday, June 13, 7:30pm, at The Orange Peel.
The ABSfest Spectacular with award-winning national artists ~
Opening Words
High Heels, High Fliers, Juicy Vendors, a Flea Circus... and our festival headliners; Trixie Little & the Evil Hate Monkey!
10:30pm Afterparty with Asheville's own THE GOODIES.
ALSO: New this year, outside the Orange Peel, enjoy our first ever SIDESHOW MIDWAY. Artists have gathered from NYC, New Orleans and beyond to create fortune telling machines, creepy puppets, and classic performances by the Cyclops Strong Man, the Tattooed Fat Lady, Sword Dancers and every stripe of Neo-circus folk. Our thanks to the mad scientists at More Than Mammal for the Midway.
WWW.SIDESHOWBURLESQUE.ORG or call 828 232 2980!
Classes in the ABSfest Seminary: Get Right with the Gods of Sass!
COME LEARN!
Register for classes at www.sideshowburlesque.org.
SATURDAY, June 13
9-10:30 Burlesque 101 with the ladies of Salome Cabaret
9-12noon Pin-Up Workshop with Corky Bordeaux of Bootstraps
10:30-12 Vintage hair for the Modern Woman Talloolah Love of Syrens of the South
12-1:30 Amplify your Assets with Trixie Little and the Evil Hate Monkey
12-1:30 Hoops with MelMacPink
1:30-3 Dedicated Flexibility for Movement Artists with contortionist Alyssum
1:30-3 Intro to Aerials with Guerrilla Divas
3-4:30 Circus-style Service with Rigel 7 of Shitz & Gigglz
SUNDAY, June 14
9-10:30 Feather Boa with Lady Di
10:30-12 Business of Burlesque with Katherine Lashe of the Syrens of the South
12-1:30 Women's Make-up & Hair for Stage with DeLacey 'Heartbreaker' Santini
12-3 PRIVATES with Trixie and Monkey. Take your performance concept to the next level. $100/hour. They are worth it - and so are YOU!
1:30-3 Fire Performance & Safety with Sneaky McFly, ABSfest Master of Ceremonies
3-4:30 Boylesque with Smokin' McQueen
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE IN DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE. See website for locations and updates.
Thank you for supporting the arts and keeping Asheville funky!
Contact Info:
The Americana Burlesque & Sideshow Festival
Future of Tradition Productions
44 Tampa Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806
www.sideshowburlesque.org
828 232 2980
From the BELLYTWINS (CA):
www.bellytwins.com
May / June 2009
Summer is around the corner, and it'll be time for vacations, recreations, and rejuvenation. So, take time out for yourself. It's time to renew our minds, bodies, and spirit. Relish in the good things of life in the sun. Walk (like an Egyptian, of course) in the park or beach, and enjoy the sunshine. Better yet, throw on a hip scarf and belly dance! William C. Williams once said, "in summer the song sings itself." As dancers, we put physical motion to songs. If we keep a song in our hearts, then aren't we always (or should be) dancing to life? So, whether it is on a beach, in the desert, or even in your living room, let the sunshine in... and dance..(like an Egyptian, of course!)
Peace & Blessings,
Neena & Veena
Bellytwins
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All classes are on-going and open to ALL levels!
Bellydance: Sexy, fun!
Saturdays; North Hollywood, CA 11 am to 12 noon.
Wednesdays; Studio City, CA: 8 pm to 9 pm.
Bollywood: A blast! Excellent workout!
Saturdays; Glendale/Atwater Village, CA; 1 to 2 pm.
Sundays; Glendale/Atwater Village, CA; --NEW! 1 to 2 pm.
Mondays; Studio City, CA; 8 to 9 pm.
Thursdays; (monthly) Los Angeles; 7-8:15 pm
Online classes: Coming soon!
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THE WAY OF THE BELLY
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Reviewed by: Diana Rohini La Vigne
Visually pleasing, packed with helpful information and fun to read, The Way of the Belly is a grand exploration into the world of beauty, health, and happiness. This 173-page reader is a treasure cove for those interested in being inspired by two of the nation's leading dancers and sensual gurus, Neena & Veena. As identical twins, they are a force times two in every way. Their styles are similar but offer a slightly different point of view.
The book is one of the best bargains available at only $24.95. Bursting with recipes that make your mouth water, easy to read side bars with tips of the trade and classy visuals that show you what the text explains in detail, it's hard to beat the value. Additionally, The Way of the Belly offers a free instructional Belly Dance DVD with the book! It's obvious the Belly Twins are more interested in educating others about the dance than counting their dollars made by their books' sales. The Way of the Belly and the Belly Twins are a breath of fresh air in the industry of dance and fitness.
I strongly recommend this to brides looking for fun fitness to slim out before their weddings, wives looking to spice up their romantic side, anyone interested in fitness and mostly to those who seek creative ways to health and happiness. These fitness leaders are heading for almost guaranteed global stardom.
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BELLY TIP
Bikini season is around the corner, and for many of us who live in warm clients, some days, it feels as if it's already here! Here are some tips in choosing a swim suit that will make you look your best: And guess what? Many of these tips will also apply when you're shopping for dance costumes: Samba, Bellydance, Hawaiian, Salsa, and more.
Slim a heavy torso with strong vertical elements (a zip front, vertical stripes).
Minimize a pear shape with bust-enhancing details (piping, embroidery, asymetrical straps).
Balance out a top-heavy figure by choosing dark colors on top and avoiding frills or other embellishments on top.
Maximize a small bust with push-up bra tops, prints on top, and "extras" like ruffles or gathers.
Hide a tummy with suits that offer built-in control panels, and two-piece bottoms with more coverage (tankinis are great).
If you wear a different size top than bottom, look for bikini separates.
Remember what you're going to use the suit for: if you enjoy playing volleyball in the beach orÊswimming you need to rethink flimsy strings and suits that need lots of pulling and tugging to keep in place. Swimwear. Make your legs look longer by choosing a suit with high-cut legs (also makes your bottom look trimmer from the back!)
More tips can be found in "The Way of the Belly." Buy now!
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BELLY MOVE
BASIC DEBKE:
There are many debke movements. Here's a very simple and basic one:
This is actually danced with shoes, but you could dance barefeet if you want. Stand with your feet parallel, about hip width apart. Start with the left foot crossing over the right, slightly bend both knees; step the right foot out. Repeat again; low kick; and stomp with the left foot. Be sure to warm up and cool down before exercising. Drink plenty of water. As with any exercise program, consult your physician. For other movements,
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Consult your physician before this or any exercise program.
BELLY SIGNS
Chinese Astrology
2009: Year of the Ox:
dependable, hard-working, calm, reliable, modest, born-leader. They are kind, caring, souls. Theyre also patient, methodical, and social.
Numerology:The year 2009 is the numeric value of "11" Ð a Master number. The next time the world will experience the same energy will be in 2018. Equality, creative, social, togetherness, Yin-yang energy
TAURUS
April 21 - May 21
GEMINI
May 22 - June 21
TAURUS
Element: Earth
Metal: Copper
Anatomy: Throat and neck
Planet: Venus
Animal: Bull
Color: green and pastel shades
Gemstone: Emerald. These precious stones were used as amulets to ward off epilepsy in children and thought to cure diseases of the eye. Indian folklore suggests that these stones will improve memory, intelligence, and enhance clairvoyance. Cleopatra prized emeralds above all other gems.
Flower: Violets
Lucky Day: Friday
Lucky Numbers: 6 (6 series)
Numerology: 5 Five indicates mental and physical stimulation and challenges. Loves to travel.
Positive: Loving, persistant, placid, desires security, practical, stable, balanced, law-abiding citizens
Negative: Jealous, possessive, resentful, inflexible, self-indulgent, greedy, argumentive
Zodiac mate: Scorpio
Taurian dancer: May be potentially one of the best instructors in dance because of her patience, reliability, and warm-heartedness towards her students. As a student, she is determined to "get it right," which eventually makes her even a great performer.
Possible health concerns: asthma/respitory, abscesses, overweight, liver/kidneys, RA, genitals/womb.
Taurus celebs: Shirley Temple-Black, Shirley Maclain, Glen Campbell, Sergei Prokofiev, Leonardi DaVinci, Carol Burnett, Jack Nicholson, Jack Klugman, Ulysses S. Grant, Karl Marx, Orson Wells, Annette Benning, Sugar Ray Robinson, Bing Crosby, Wayne Dyer, Irving Berlin, Martha Graham, Harvey Keitel, Stevie Wonder, George Lucas, George Carlin, Florence Nightengale, Henry Fonda, Billy Joel, Fred Astaire, Renee Zellweger, Janet Jackson, Melissa Gilbert, Emilio Estevez, Jay Leno, Cher
GEMINI
Element: Air
Quality: Mutable
Basic Trait: I Think
Metal: Quicksilver
Color: Saffron Yellow and Azure Blue
Gemstone: Topaz, Agate and Aquamarine
Flower: Azaleas and Lilies
Planet: Mercury - symbol of communication. In ancient times Mercury was believed to be the messenger of the gods. This planet governs intellect, communication, wit, writing and diplomacy.
Color: Orange
Gemstone: Agate
Numerology: 6 Homelife is important. Stability and creative. Gemini dancer: Ruled by the planet Mercury making them quick witted, verbose,and inquisitive. As instructors, she communicates in various ways to make sure her students understand. As a person, she is jovial and easy-going, and always on the go. It's hard to pin her down. When she learns to apply her intellectual and verbal communication skills to her movements, it's a delight to watch, because it's so full of youthful energy and personality. Their twin personalities in dance gives them versatility in moods and movement.
Possible health concerns: arms, shoulders, hands, lungs and nervous system and its subjects need to beware of diseases and accidents associated with the upper part of the body, as well as nervous and pulmonary disorders such as catarrh and bronchitis.
Gemini celebs: Sir Lawrence Oliver, Bob Dylan, Patti Labelle, Stevie Nicks, Isadora Duncan, Henry Kissinger, Mel Blanc, Vincent Price, Marilyn Monroe, Kenny G, Tom Jones, Johnny Depp, Judy, Garland, Donald Trump, Dean Martin, Barry Manilow, Paul McCartney, Paula Abdul, Nicole Kidman, Prince William
BELLY TALK
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BELLY MUSIC & DANCE
Dabke
This issue we feature the music and dance of Lebanon. One of our favorite styles of dance to perform is Dabke - also dabka, and dabkeh. It is the national dance of the people of the Levant in Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, Jordan and Iraq. Dabke is associated with a distinctive genre of music, and the word Dabke may refer either to the dance or to the music (or both). Palestinians are known to have the most creative and original dabke of the Levant. Danced by both male and female, Dabkeh is a dance of community, often performed as a line dance at weddings and other joyous occasions such as family parties or competitions. Usually the leader of the dabkeh would be in the front of the line or out of the line alternating face to face to the audience and the other dabkeh dancers. It can also be performed as a semi-circle.
The meaning of "dabkeh" in Arabic is "stomping of the feet." The leader, called raas (meaning "head") or "lawweeh" (meaning "waver"), is allowed to improvise on the type of dabkeh. The leader twirls a handkerchief or string of beads known as a masbha (similar to a rosary), while the rest of the dancers keep the rhythm. The dancers also use vocalizations to show energy and to punctuate the rhythm. The Dabkeh leader is supposed to be like a tree, with arms in the air, a proud and upright trunk, and feet that stomp the ground in rhythm, emphasizing their connection to their land. The dance is also to mock the steps of horses.
Dabkeh was popularized in the 20th century by Lebanese composers Assi and Mansour Rahbani and singers like Zaki Nassif, Fairuz, Wadih el Safi, and Nasri Shamseddine. Lebanon's most famous dabkeh troupe was the Firkat el Arz. Other troupes today include Ibdaa, Sareyyet Ramallah, and El-Funoun.
Dabke originated in the Levant where houses were built from stone with a roof made of wood, straw and dirt. The dirt roof had to be compacted which required stomping the dirt hard in a uniform way to compact it evenly. This event of cooperation is called ta'awon and from here comes the word awneh, meaning "help." This developed into the song 'Ala Dalouna', or roughly translated "Let's go and help". The dabke and the rhythmic songs go together in an attempt to keep the work fun and useful. Debke music can be found on our website. Buy now!
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BELLY SONG
Lebanese singer, Feiruz made this beautiful lyrical song famous in 1960. It's a great veil number ...or just to listen to it after a hectic day ...
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NAHNA WEL QAMAR JIIRAAN (We are neighbors with the moon)
Nahna wel qamar (amar) jeran
(The moon is our neighbor)
Beito khalf tlaalna
(His house is behind our hills)
Biyitlaa min kbaalna biyismaa'i El alhaan
(He rises in front of us, listening to the music).
Aaref b'mwaa a'eidna w taarek b'kareadna ajmal el-alwaan.
(He knows our rendevous, and shines beautiful colors on top of the shingles).
W'yaa ma shirna maa'ouh b'lail elhana maa el-nahdaat.
(And how we stayed awake with him, all evening happy, accompanied with our sighs).
W'yaama aala m'tlaaouh sharahna elhawa ghawa hkyaat.
(And how on it's rising, we spoke about our love and the stories).
Nahna wel qamar jeran
(The moon is our neighbor)
Lamma ttal w'zaarna aa' kanater daarna rashrash el mirjaan.
(When he showed up, visiting, he sprinkled coral over the house arches).
Yaa jaaret el kamar..ya ahla ghinniyeh
(Oh you moon's neighbor. The most beautiful song)
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BELLY LANGUAGE
Approximately 200 million people in more than twenty two countries, from Morocco to Iraq, and as far south as Somalia and the Sudan speak Arabic. This language is said to have originated in Saudi Arabia in pre-Islamic times, and spread rapidly across the Middle East.
The languages of northern India, Turkey, Iran, Portugal, and Spain are full of words of Arabic origin. Modern Arabic words vary from country to country.
Lebanese dialect shares 80% of its vocabulary with Syrian Arabic, and about 75% with Jordanian and Palestinian Arabic dialects (Gaza & West Bank). Moreover, mutual intelligibility with Egyptian, Iraqi, Moroccan, and other Arabic dialects varies from 60%-30%. Most of Lebanese vocabularies are of Phoenician and Aramaic origins. French, Turkic, and Persian loanwords make less than 20%. Lebanese is one of the most understandable languages among the Arab States*. In the past fifty years, thousands of songs, poems and books, and hundreds of plays and screenplays have been written in Lebanese. The Egyptian language has also been growing in popularity in the past century due to its tremendous media productions in the region.
THIS MONTH'S WORDS/PHRASES:
Hello Marhaba
How are you? Kiffak (to male) Kiffik (to female)
Yes E
No La
Thanks Merci
Good morning Nharkon saxiid or Bon jour
Good evening Masa Ikhar or Bon soir
What is your name? Cu ismak (to male) Cu ismik (to female)
My name is ___- Isme ____
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BELLY MOMS
For the mommy-to-be:
Did you know that belly dancing can help a pregnant woman...
To appreciate a mother's lovely, growing womb;
To strengthen the muscles of the pelvis, the legs and the whole body for when that special child enters the world;
To release tension from the weight of growing breast through shoulder movements and to get extra space through chest movements if the baby is in a high position;
To massage the baby with the waters by soothing it through continuous hip circles;
To stimulate the uterus by doing birth movements. These are the vertical movements of the pelvis which excite the pelvis, contrary to the horizontal ones which relax it;
To work and accelerate labor that is too slow or weak through birth movements.
Movements specifically designed for mothers-to-be are found in BELLY BABY. Buy now!
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BELLY HEALTH:
The Imporance of Stretching.
Flexibility is a very important part of your exercise program. Unfortunately, it is often over looked by most people. Lack of flexibility is the root of most problems. When a muscle is tight, it limits the muscles ability to contract properly, causing inefficient movement.
Muscles that are tight are more likely to become injured and cause the opposing muscle to contract improperly. Proper stretching dramatically reduces the need for certain medications, injuries, and/or certain physical problems. Without proper stretching, the body's movements becomes limited, and results are difficult to achieve.
More on health on The Way of the Belly
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BELLY LETTERS
Hi,
I wanted to thank you for the beautiful DVDs you did for beginners. I have two of them and absolutely love the work outs. I have dropped 7 pounds already just by doing the workout three times a week. Some of the stretches or warm up exercises that you do I am not able to do mostly because I am very heavy. Also because I have very bulky muscles since I was a small child.
The dancing brings me so much joy and peace almost like coming home.
Thank you,
Jodi
Dear Neena and Veena,
Good evening! My name is Neferure Sayama and I'm from Europe.I love bellydance and I love you Neena Veena i really adore and appreciate your unicate dance.But in here ,in my country I can't find your DVDs i just found 2 and of course i bought them...but on your site I saw that you have so many DVDs and i can't buy them cuz I'm from Europe...Anyway I am so glad that I can write to you for sending my appreciate for you...I'm trying to dance as you but on my sealf it is a bit hard .If I were from America i'd sure come to your dance school i really love your moves,i'm crazy acctually.
Your faithfully,
Sayama Neferure
Send us your letters... We would love to hear from you!
ASK THE TWINS
Hey Girls!
Is there a difference between Egyptian and Lebanese style of bellydance? If so, can you tell me?
Thanks,
Shanni
Pennsylvania
Hi Shanni!
Yes, there is a difference. Not a huge one, and most people can't really tell. Many dancers seem to incorporate both styles without really knowing it. In a quick explanation, the current Egyptian style seems to be more subtle. No or little "snake" arms, no or little large movements across the stage. Lots of shimmies "layered" on top of other dance movements. The dance emphasizes the hips, not the arms, and definitely not the hands. It's soft and sensual. Lebanese style seem to be larger. Movements used include snake arms, turns, reverse undulations, and hip lifts. Some of my friends call "jazzier." "Floorwork" (dancing on the floor) is also done in this style, whereas in Egypt, it no longer exists. Many professional dancers may mix the two.
Belly Blessins,
N & V
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BELLY RECIPES:
LEBANESE FATTOUSH
Quick, easy, refreshing!
Ingredients:
6 lettuce leaves, chopped
3 cabbage leaves, chopped
2 small radishes, minced
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 carrot, shredded
1/4 sweet corn kernels
1 large tomato, finely diced
1 small onion, sliced thin
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
12 sprigs flat parsley, minced
12 mint leaves, minced
Fresh tarragon
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 pomegranate seeds (optional)
Pomegranate molasses (optional)
2 tblspns fresh lemon juice
Sea salt to taste
Directions:
Rinse all ingredients in cold, filtered water. Toss together all ingredients into a large bowl. Serve cold.
Tip: You can use any or all of the ingredients listed. Always try to use organic.
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HUMMUS
Quick and easy!
Ingredients:
6 lettuce leaves, chopped
3 cabbage leaves, chopped
2 small radishes, minced
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 carrot, shredded
1/4 sweet corn kernels
1 large tomato, finely diced
1 small onion, sliced thin
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
12 sprigs flat parsley, minced
12 mint leaves, minced
Fresh tarragon
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 pomegranate seeds (optional)
Pomegranate molasses (optional)
2 tblspns fresh lemon juice
Sea salt to taste
Directions:
Rinse all ingredients in cold, filtered water. Toss together all ingredients into a large bowl. Serve cold.
Tip: You can use any or all of the ingredients listed. Always try to use organic.
Got a favorite recipe you'd like to share with us? For more Middle Eastern recipes, check out "The Way of the Belly."
From SER SOLSTICE (NYC):
www.seradance.com
Upcoming performances!!!!
Tuesday: June 9th, 9pm:
Raquy and the Cavemen,
with Sera Solstice
Opening the night: 9pm: The Throwbacks
9:30 pm: Dancers from Solstice Studio
at Public Assembly: 70 North 6th st, Williamsburg Brooklyn
www.publicassembly.com
Cover: $10!!!!
Spread the word!!! This is going to be great.
Witness one of the most sought-after Doumbek drummers in the US, Raquy, with her most talented and sexy band, The Cavemen. Solstice Studio Instructors open the show at 9:30, and then Raquy performs at 10pm with featured dancer, Sera Solstice. Come ready to dance!!!!
Thursday June 11th:
Shaking the Trees, a Fundraiser for PURE
A Bellydance Benefit for PURE to adopt 3 trees in Prospect Park
Dancers: Amantha, Elekra, Jeniviva, Mimi Fontana & Manhattan Tribal, Neon, Paola Blanton, Pacita, Sahazha, Sera Solstice, Sonali with Laura Torell, Tara Star, MC Eshtar-Lucretia
Location: Satellite Lounge: 143 Havemeyer St, bet. South 1st and South 2nd st, Williamsburg Brooklyn
Doors 8:30, show begins 9pm
$15
Saturday, June 13th, 10pm
Beats Antique:
hosted by Trisha McBride
Opening with:
Solstice Ensemble, Vorona, and Trisha McBride
Followed by DJ sets by Zoe Jakes and Red Siren
Get yer tix now: trishamcbridedance.com/worksh...nd-more
June 17th, 8:30pm:
Birthday party and performance by Solstice Studio's Danielle
A weekly event every Wednesday hosted by Djinn and Kaeshi Chai
at JeBon, 15 St. Marks Place, New York, NY, $10 cover, plus $5.00 minimum. Come out to celebrate our beloved Danielle!!!
Hope to see you there!!!!
Peace and Love,
Sera Solstice
Founder/Director
Solstice Studio
www.boldbellydance.com/
East Coast Tribal Intensive
with Sera Solstice
Sunday June 21st, 2:00-4:30
at
Solstice Studio
66 West 39th Street, at 6th Avenue
3rd Floor
New York, NY 10018
This workshop will guide dancers through a series of drills, including layering and shimmy combos, which will lead into a short choreography using pop 'n lock isolations as well as Modern expansive movements. Perfect for the dancer who wants to develop a sense of grace and control through movement. Much focus will be on movement quality, transistions, and feeling through movement.
$30 in advanced, $35 at the door.
Workshop size is limited. Reserve your space at info@boldbellydance.com.
Recent Video:
Solstice Ensemble peformance at Tribal Fest 9
Sera Solstice at Rakassah West
Danielle's performance at Tribal Fest 9
Brenna's Solo at Solstice Studio
Sera Solstice at Tribal Fest
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Love Potion - The Bellydance Workout :: Neon, Blanca, Sarah Skinner :: 140 min.
INFO | PURCHASE | YouTube trailer | Flickr photo set
The Love Potion Bellydance Workout combines dance fitness with dance instruction. The program consists of three sections: The Love Potion Workout - 40 min. Practice Flow for beginners - 50 min. Tutorial section for beginners - 50 min.
Love Potion is a muscle-conditioning and sculpting workout made of 100% bellydance steps and designed to give you a true dance experience through sequences of real dance combinations set to rich, evocative music. It is a non-stop movement program: The step-by-step technique instruction is offered in a separate 50-minute Tutorial section. Exploring all major areas of the bellydance vocabulary, the Love Potion dance movement combinations are introduced gradually; each section of the workout adds new material and builds on the steps and combinations featured in previous sections.
A Tutorial section explains the mechanics of every move: You will learn the core bellydance vocabulary, and develop beautiful form, muscle control and precise technique. Each step is explained in detail, and followed by an option to practice it with music in the corresponding section from the Practice Flow at first a slow and then a faster tempo.
The Practice Flow is a separate beginner-level program that introduces and drills each bellydance step and all the major Love Potion combinations. This section features 50-minutes of non-stop dance practice. It moves at a slower pace than the Love Potion workout and offers more repetitions of individual moves before developing them into combinations.
Fantasy Bellydance :: performances :: 90 min.
INFO | PURCHASE | YouTube trailer | Flickr photo set
Fantasy Bellydance, with its dreamy, exotic, highly artistic, non-traditional dances has evolved through the aesthetic explorations of many 20th century and post-millennial artists, finding its distinct genre definition and a powerful impetus through lavish and whimsical Fantasy Bellydance concerts hosted in New York City by the Venus Uprising creative salon. This compilation of fantasy bellydance performances is based on creations seen at the “Cult of Myth” show held by Venus Uprising within its Fantasy series.
Many artists performing Fantasy Bellydance stay within the vocabulary and technique of traditional bellydance, while others blend it more liberally with modern dance, jazz, and world fusion. Other dancers draw on Tribal technique, aesthetics, and concepts to create fantasy themes and images.
This “Fantasy Bellydance” program features performances by New York City dancers Anasma, Autumn Ward, Ayshe, Blanca, Fayzah, Irina, Neon, Rayhana, Sarah Skinner, Sira, Tanna Valentine, and Uyum Dans (Elisheva and Kittarina), and brings you rich exotic world music by composers from the US, Europe, and Latin America.
In this DVD: Atlantis flourishes and perishes; Firebird lights the forest with its brilliant feathers; Prince Charming loses his battle with the dragon; pirate wenches clash in a fierce duel; an invocation to the Moon goddess is recited in a jewel of a dance; a Mermaid finds and loses love; Salome asks for the head of the holy man; the Swan Maiden swirls in a magical rite; Eleutheria, Ruler of the deep seas, unfolds her tentacles; Android emerges from a sci-fi future to save the world with robotic grace; an Amazon warrior is called to the battle; Persephone falls from innocence into dark passion; a fantasy geisha glides mysteriously amid the waves of her silk fans; Aphrodite is born of the sea; a slinky cabaret seductress dances in an old-world port at the crossroads of the world...
Silk & Feathers: Burlesque Fan Dance :: Jo Weldon :: 70 min.
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Created by New York City-based burlesque star Jo Weldon, “Silk and Feathers” is an introduction to burlesque fan dance. Popularized by the ostrich feather fan dance act of Sally Rand in the 1930s, fan dance with striptease or the implication of a body reveal has become a globally-recognized staple of burlesque performance.
In “Silk and Feathers” Jo Weldon teaches three fan dance routines - with beautiful small marabou fans, glamourous veil fans, and with fabulous and sophisticated large ostrich fans. The dances are set to classic burlesque music and use a wide array of movement, poses, and techniques from the distinctive vocabulary of burlesque fan dance.
Each routine is carefully constructed for beginners, with precise movement and repetitions to build skills specific to this unique art. You will learn all the basics of burlesque fan dance, enhance the grace and poise of your movement, and expand your musicality and acting skills as the dances take you from sensuality to playfulness, and from a grand-diva stance to naughtiness.
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Re: JUNE BellyHappenings...
Fri, June 12, 2009 - 4:31 PMFrom SAHARA DANCE MID-ATLANTIC:
Hi everyone!
Welcome to summer!
Several of us at Sahara Dance are preparing to leave soon for "Journey through Egypt" 3 & 4 dance ethnology studies in Egypt! We'll start in Cairo, then travel to Southern (upper) Egypt to learn more about Saidi, Nubian and Ghawazee folkloric dances. We'll bring back lots of material and memories to share... new moves, music, ideas and inspiration. :)
In the meantime, we've launched three new 7-week summer Beginner I classes, a video gallery that features highlights from UDM, and the Sahara Dance Caravan show. Tickets for the summer showcase are now available online.
This Saturday we'll host our Sahara Dance Salon / Hafla Dance Party at Pasha Lounge! During the day members of Raqs Caravan East will perform at Artomatic and Laura will teach a Belly Dance Workout workshop. Next weekend Ebony and I will teach at Raqs America (June 20 and 21) and Sahara Dance will be vending both days during the festival! We had a blast last year, so stop by and say hello :).
NEW 7-WEEK BEGINNER I TECHNIQUE CLASSES
Three NEW 7-week Beginner I Technique classes starting in July.
* Sundays 6:15-7:15 pm w/ Michele at Central (beginning July 5)
* Mondays 8:15-9:15 pm w/ Brianne at Dupont (beginning July 6)
* Saturdays 6:15-7:15 pm w/ Ebony at Central (beginning July 11)
EVENTS, PARTIES, AND PERFORMANCES
Sahara Dance Salon / Hafla Dance Party (June 13)
A "hafla" is a Middle Eastern dance party. Take your belly dancing out of the classroom and try out your moves in a supportive club atmosphere. Join your classmates on the informal stage to showcase your class choreography, or come to support your new friends. There will be a DJ and plenty of open dancing.
Bring a friend and your favorite hip scarf!
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Location: Pasha Lounge in Dupont Circle
Cost: $10 (No charge if you are performing with your class)
Tickets available at the door
SATURDAY WORKSHOP SERIES
Here's what's coming up in the Summer Saturday Series workshops:
JUNE
* Belly Dance Workout (June 13)
* 1001 Shimmies! (June 20)
* Hula-Belly Fusion! (June 27)
JULY
* Latin-Belly Fusion! (July 11)
* "Old Skool" Bellygroove Choreography (July 18)
* Introduction to Raqs Al Assaya (Cane Dance) (July 25)
AUGUST
* Layering (August 1)
* Improvisation (August 8)
* Industrial Strength African Fusion (August 15)
Please see our website for full workshop descriptions and to register online.
Wishing you all a sunshine and shimmy-filled summer!
Yours in dance,
Rachel
Rachel Kay Brookmire
Founder and Creative Director
Sahara Dance
saharadance.com
(202) 362-4400
From AUNT ROCKY (NYC):
Dear Dancers,
I'm off to teach in Cairo & Istanbul in 2 weeks, but YOU don't have to go that far for the benefits (& joy) of my almost half-century of experience in the various authentic facets of our beloved dance - you can come to New York
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for my
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in climate-controlled studio
Scheduled:
usable routines: Oriental & folkloric -
3 by Morocco (2 Oriental & 1 Folk)
& 1 by Tarik Sultan
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*3* very special Guest Teachers:
Ranya Renee - Breathwork & Beladi
Carmine Guida - Drumming
really understand the rhythms!
Joe Williams - Delsarte technique
putting emotion in your dance
Plus: Opening Concert
Saturday eve August 8, 2009
8:00pm (doors open 7:30pm)
with all the GUEST STARS
&
Morocco & the
Casbah Dance Experience
Bring your friends: their tickets are only $20 in advance,
$25 at the door (if space is available!)
The seminar price INCLUDES:
1) an OPENING CONCERT by MOROCCO
& the CASBAH DANCE EXPERIENCE
featuring all the guest teachers
2) music for the *4* routines by
MOROCCO & TARIK SULTAN
*&*
3) a signed Certificate of Attendance!!!
Our wonderful BIG studio is at: 6 West 20 Street - right off New York's
fabulous Fifth Avenue. You can see it at:
www.casbahdance.org/STUDIO.htm
Rave reviews of my seminars are at: www.casbahdance.org/REVIEWS1.htm
(lots more not online yet!)
& a short biography is at: www.casbahdance.org/MOROCCOSBIO.htm
and a wonderful, front-page featured article on Morocco in Al Ahram, the world's largest Arabic-language newspaper, published in Cairo is at: www.casbahdance.org/AlAhramReview.htm
Participants in Morocco's seminars state that they've never learned so
much, so clearly, with such detailed cultural fact in so short a time.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to be a part of an exhilarating
experience!!!
REGISTER NOW ... Deposit is $150: US checks or money orders only, full price
is $450, which also includes your ticket to the opening night concert.
OR - if you wish to pay the *entire* price, you can do it via PayPal (for a
slight additional charge, to cover *their* fees), directly from my website
at: www.casbahdance.org/WEEKLONG.htm
Hope you can make it & that I will see you in August!
Yours in continuing dance dementia,
Morocco
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Morocco
e-mail: <morocco@casbahdance.org>
web: www.casbahdance.org
YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch
New York, NY
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Register NOW for a Fabulous Weeklong Seminar
in my great BIG studio: August 8-14, 2009
www.casbahdance.org/WEEKLONG.htm
MAGICAL MIDEASTERN DANCING IN MID MANHATTAN!!!
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"HAVE IT ALL III" June 24-July 14, 2009!
INCOMPARABLY CAPTIVATING CAIRO &
the AHLAN WA SAHLAN FESTIVAL *&*
an INTRIGUING ISTANBUL INTENSIVE
WITH INCLUDED DANCE CLASSES!
CAIRO/AHLAN ONLY: JUNE 24-JULY 5, 2009
ISTANBUL ONLY: JULY 4-13, 2009
www.casbahdance.org/haveitall3.htm
DANCE, DANCE, DANCE. DANCE, DANCE!
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If I can't dance, I don't want your revolution!
Emma Goldman
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We should consider every day lost on which we have
not danced at least once. Friedrich Nietzsche
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Re: JUNE BellyHappenings...
Sat, June 20, 2009 - 4:20 PMFrom SARAH/SHAKEMYDAY.COM (NYC)
ShakeMyDay.com in New York
SHAKEmyday news
The photoshoot sale had an amazing turn out! It was so great to work with so many wonderful, beautiful, talented dancers I drooled over some stunning costumes! In the next little while Ill add photos to my gallery so you all can enjoy seeing them!
* Jul 11 (Sat): We Click Studio Rock and Roll Party
* Jul 12 (Sun): Sarah Skinner and students at Grisly Pear
* Jul 18 (Sat): Sarah Skinner workshop in Plattsburgh NY
* Jul 19 (Sun) - Jul 25 (Sat): Sarah Skinner teaches at Noyes Rythm- CT
* Opulent Motion DVD Release!
UPCOMING EVENTS
CarmelJul 12 (Sun): Sarah Skinner and students at Grisly Pear
08:00pm-10:00pm Every sunday there three dancers. Live music by Scott Wilson on the baglama hydra, (the rest of the band changes up- Umut Yasmut on kanun, Rami El Asser on Riq, Raquy Danziger on doumbek, Carmine Guida on bass doumbek, and guest artists). The Grisly Pear Bar/Restaurant 107 MacDougal St. (between Bleecker and W.3rd) $20 minimum at tables.
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Jul 18 (Sat): Sarah Skinner workshop in Plattsburgh NY
1:00pm-04:00pm $45 in advance / $55 at the door.
A taksim is an improvisation played on a single instrument. Slow, sultry and sensuous, the taksim segment of the show is where the dancer must express an emotional connection to the intensity and drama of the music. In this workshop, Sarah Skinner will teach correct bodylines, and explain how to seamlessly flow from picture perfect poses into fluid and graceful dance combinations. An overview of four drum rhythms that frequently underscore taksims for dance purposes will be provided. Combinations enhance and compliment the mood of each rhythm will be taught.
Practice flows and combinations will be taught from the upcoming Opulent Motions DVD.
$45 prepaid SIGN UP NOW and get the advance price deal.
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CarmelJul 19 (Sun) - Jul 25 (Sat): Sarah Skinner teaches at Noyes Rythm- CT
The Noyes School of Rhythm and Dance presents Sarah Skinner as artist in Residence. Sarah Skinner will teach an afternoon class of Belly Dance every day that week. Noyes Rhythm is a system of movement that helps women to increase or regain their natural sense of rhythm. The result of our work here is fluidity, ease and wholeness and lightness of movement; a way of moving that is akin to the vitality and freedom of all nature. Summer Center of the Noyes School of Rhythm 245 Penfield Hill Road Portland, CT 06480 (860) 342-0328
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ROCK & ROLL
Jul 11 (Sat): We Click Studio Rock and Roll Party
9:00pm The Photography Studio of Sarah and Kevin Fox Rock and Roll Party with live music provided by: Scott Wakefield: Guitar and lead vocals Kevin Fox: Bass and vocals Eric Anthony: Guitar and vocals John Rochette: Drums and vocals Bring some friends but please don't list this party on any social sites. Bring some booze. It's a key ingredient to our Rock & Roll recipe. If you haven't been to one of our parties, You Should. Dancing for hours on end. GOOD OLD FASHIONED ROCK AND ROLL You'll know every song.
We Click Studios, 20 West 20th Street, Suite 602, NYC NY 10011 646.233.3767
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covercoverOpulent Motion DVD - the Artistry of Slow Moves
Beginner-intermediate instructional program with Sarah Skinner: - slow rhythms (ciftetelli, masmoudi, slow 9/8, slow makqsoum) and rhythmless taqsim - combinations - practice flow - special focus on expressivity and articulation.
Release Date: June 2009
$14.98 plus $5.00 shipping (North America only)
Release date: June 30, 2009
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Love Potion - The Belly Dance Workout for Beginners DVD
The Love Potion Bellydance Workout combines dance fitness with dance instruction. The program consists of three sections: The Love Potion Workout - 40 min. Practice Flow for beginners - 50 min. Tutorial section for beginners - 50 min. Release date: May 26, 2009
$14.98 plus $5.00 shipping (North America only)
ShakeMyDay.com Come and enjoy belly dance photography by Sarah Skinner.
From ZA-BETH (MA)
CALLING ALL DIVA'S”!! Grande Dame Diva Productions,
The Annual 2009Boston,New.England."Viva la Diva" Events
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**** "THE 2009 DIVA CROWN" ****
2009 Boston New England Annual Grande Dame "Viva la Diva" Pageant,Competitions
~Two days of Workshops,Shows,Diva Pageant, Special Awards & The George Abdo Tribute~
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ALL "VIVA LA DIVA" EVENTS AT THE
Courtyard Marriott Boston Woburn/North-700 Unicorn Park DriveWoburn, Ma 01801-
rooms blocked off for dancers/ attendees at a $87.00+tax rate per night.
when booking these rooms please have referenced "Viva la Diva".
MORE INFO ON THE DAHLIN SISTERS- see below-
www.DondiBellyDancer.com
For info and flyers go to:www.za- beth.com
~ Spend the day,the week-end or come to show support for the more
Daring Diva's at the Saturday Evening Festivities !!~
first time together in Boston
Sisters Dondi Simone Dahlin & Titanya Monique Dahlin !!
International & Bellydance Superstar Fame
workshops & performance !! fun & informative-
Info & History ~see pictures & info/ bottom of flyer-
Workshops for all styles, all Levels-
Saturday August 22nd schedule :
Reg 10:00am--Workshops- 10:30am-12:30pm - break - 1:30pm-3:30pm
Belly Dance and the Five Elements:
Sisters, Dondi and Titanya have been teaching The Chinese Five Elements of Water, Wood, Earth,
Fire and Metal for over 10 years and have been involved in the Belly Dance world since the early
1980’s.In this unique workshop they will combine the movement associated with the Five Elements into a Middle Eastern Dance choreography including techniques of Egyptian,Turkish, veil and drum solo, reminiscent of the “lost” five-part routine. get ready-all new pricing-
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Special Workshop offer !! Prices includes Saturday Evening Festivities !!
New Pricing !! $10- off per day from Sat/Sun workshops(see current price list---
~ Viva la Diva Members - $50- per day - before July 1st -after $60-per day -
Two days $90- before July 1st-after -$110 -
~ Non-members - $60- per day - before July 1st - after $70-per day-Two days $110 before July 1st-after -$130
~If you attended any of the 2008 Magic Carpet workshops or show (with proof of purchase)
$55- per day-before July 1st-after - $65 per day-Two days- $100- before July 1st- after -$120-
payment plans available-
Teachers’ special- free admission with prepaid group of 4 students /payment plans available-
Checks to: J. Robinson ~ PO. Box 6123- Haverhill, Mass. 01831
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Dance~Competition~Awards~Tribute~ "Who dare's to try for the Diva Crown"
Saturday Evening Festivities !!
THE "VIVA LA DIVA" PAGEANT/ SHOW--OOH LA LA !!!!
tickets now on sale!! tickets now on sale!!
-sold out last year, order before July 1st-
new pricing, 5:30pm-Cost: $15- VLD:$10-- Doors-open 5:00pm
Checks to: J. Robinson ~ PO. Box 6123- Haverhill, Mass. 01831
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Sunday August 23th schedule :
Reg. 10:30am ---Workshops -11:00am-1:00pm -break- 2:00pm-4:00pm
The Spice and Styling of Zambra Mora:
Though historians and dancers differ in the their opinion of true Zambra Mora, Dondi and Titanya
have been studying the dance for the last decade, including a research trip to Andalusia. This workshop will be a combination of their findings, along with modern fusion of Spanish and Middle Eastern dance movement. It is a perfect class for the “Traditional,” Cabaret or Tribal dancer because of its deep
history, grounded technique and saucy, sexy style.
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Saturday Evening Festivities !! doors open 5:oopm-
THE "VIVA LA DIVA" PAGEANT/ SHOW--OOH LA LA !!!!
~Dance~Competition~Awards~Tribute~ "Who dare's to try for the Diva Crown"
"Viva la Diva" Pageant,Competitions -
all entries due by July 1st,2009
Request entry forms for"Viva la Diva" Pageant,Competitions -
we have a great variety of gifts and cash prizes-
Crown,Trophies,gift certificates to the vendors inattendance
Five Categories:all styles (peoples choice)
~ Grande Dame Viva la Diva Pageant all styles (one spot left)
~ Troupes/Choreographers all styles (two spots left)
~ Fantasy/Fusion/all styles (peoples choice)
NEW ~ "DIVALICIOUS" all styles (peoples choice)
NEW ~"MS.SHOWBIZ" all styles (peoples choice)
New Pricing !! enter the two new categories for the price of one !!
Request entry forms for"Viva la Diva" Pageant,Competitions -Five Categories to choose-
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REQUEST FLYERS FOR THE FOLLOWING,,
"the Grande Dame",,""People's Choice" (1 spot left)
Who wants a moment of fame?? Who dare's to try for the "Viva la Diva" Crown!
(know any talented dancers who like to compete ?)
Choice of Music/Costume-8 Minute Routine ~ all styles
Will be judge on: **PERSONALITY ~ PRESENTATION ~ PERFORMANCE**
A great variety of gifts & cash prizes, crown, trophies, Gift certificates to Amar Gamal workshop & 2010 workshops, gift certificates to the vendors in attendance gift bags for everyone. Your picture in Zaghareet Magazine !!!
One of you lucky gals could be that winner
Cost to enter Pageant: $100- special one day package..
Includes pageant & one day of workshops w/ Dondi & Titanya-
your article & picture in Zagareet Mag.
Applications are now available. send entry fee and recieve Application -deadline July 1st-
Checks to: J. Robinson ~ PO. Box 6123- Haverhill, Mass. 01831
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,,,,"Troupe/Choreo Category" "People's Choice" (2 spots left)
GET READY,,, LOOKING FOR CHOREOGRAPHER'S
. many times the valued hard work,imagination, creativity of the
BELLYDANCE CHOREOGRAPHER goes without recognition.
Choice of Music/Costume-8 Minute Routine ~ all styles
Will be judge on: **PERSONALITY ~ PRESENTATION ~ PERFORMANCE**
1-8 minutes, ROUTINES with two copies of show music only ~
2.- Name of troupe/choreographer, intro/bio ~(BRIEF HISTORY)
3-. E-mail list of all members’ names ~
4-.Name & Number of members in group ~
Cost to enter competition: $10-for each member in group-
your picture in Zagareet Mag.
Applications are now available. send entry fee and recieve
Application -deadline July 1st-
Checks to: J. Robinson ~ PO. Box 6123- Haverhill, Mass. 01831
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"Fantasy/Fusion",,,,""People's Choice"
(know any talented dancers who like to compete ?)'
Choice of Music/Costume-5 Minute Routine ~ all styles
Will be judge on: **PERSONALITY ~ PRESENTATION ~ PERFORMANCE**
Cost to enter competition: $40-
your picture in Zagareet Mag.
Applications are now available. send entry fee and recieve
Application -deadline July 1st-
Checks to: J. Robinson ~ PO. Box 6123- Haverhill, Mass. 01831
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NEW,NEW "Divalicious",,,,""People's Choice"
(know any talented dancers who like to compete ?)'
Choice of Music/Costume-5 Minute Routine ~ all styles
Will be judge on: **PERSONALITY ~ PRESENTATION ~ PERFORMANCE**
Cost to enter competition: $30-
your picture in Zagareet Mag.
Applications are now available. send entry fee and recieve Application -deadline July 1st-
Checks to: J. Robinson ~ PO. Box 6123- Haverhill, Mass. 01831
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NEW,NEW "Ms.Showbiz",,People's Choice"
(know any talented dancers who like to compete ?)'
Choice of Music/Costume-5 Minute Routine ~ all styles
Will be judge on: **PERSONALITY ~ PRESENTATION ~ PERFORMANCE**
Cost to enter competition: $30-
your picture in Zagareet Mag.
Applications are now available. send entry fee and recieve Application -deadline July 1st-
Checks to: J. Robinson ~ PO. Box 6123- Haverhill, Mass. 01831
New Pricing !! enter the two new categories for the price of one !!
Request entry forms for"Viva la Diva" Pageant,Competitions -Five Categories to choose-
&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&
*****Special Awards*****
~Voting for your favorite ,send in your votes~
“ New England's Favorite Belly Dancer of the Year”
know anyone who would like to win ??Have a favorite teacher? Student? Dancer?
your picture in Zagareet Mag.
CAST YOUR VOTE NOW-deadline July 1st-
N.E. States only (Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Mass, Rhode Island & CT.
*~*~*~*~*~*
~The”Viva la Diva" Contribution to the Arts Award~
~The*Viva la Diva"George Abdo Contribution to the Arts Award~
A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE ABDO-titles of some of his albums*
KEEPING THE ART*, THE JOY*, AND THE MAGIC* OF GEORGE ABDO'S MUSIC AND SPIRIT ALIVE.
Boston’s own Talented Singer and Show-man Personified
(Performances by dancers in attendance– First to sign up for the workshop may choose a spot- Limited)
(first ten to sign up,can perform in the George Abdo Tribute)
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LOOKING FOR DANCERS:
INVITATION TO-workshop attendees only
The George Abdo Tribute, Music & Dancers segment---3 spots left-----
A tribute to George Abdo-keeping the Art, The Joy, and the Magic of
George‘s music and spirit alive
Boston’s own talented singer and show-man personified
choose a five minute routine to his music only--(no mp3
please send info asap---
or
INVITATION TO-
dance in the Dondi & Titanya show,-2 spots left--
choose a five minute routine-(no mp3
please send info asap---thanx, Za-Beth
The workshops and pageant promises to be inspiring-everyone is a winner with knowledge and acknowledgement-
Sat,5pm--Show time--Dondi Simone Dahlin & her sisterTitanya Monique Dahlin !!
and guest performers in the George Abdo Tribute and the Pageant for the Diva's, we have a great variety of gifts and cash prizes-Crown,Trophies,gift certificates to the vendors in attendance,
,-October 3rd/4th,The 12thTwo Day International Festival ,mini contest,workshops with instructors, Aepril Schaile, Ela R.,Troupe Moraie,Za-Beth, Amar Gamal workshop-2010 workshops, gift bags for everyone,! Your picture in Zaghareet Magazine !!! One of you lucky gals could be that winner-
MORE INFO ON THE DAHLIN SISTERS- see below-
www.DondiBellyDancer.com
Contact Za-Beth zills@earthlink.net For info and flyers go to:www.za- beth.com
www.youtube. com/zabeth44 Email: zills@earthlink. net
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2009 sponsor, Magical Fashions from Georgia,
Vendors:Henna by Heather, Designs by "J,Angel card readings by Butterfly Maiden,
Bellydance Superstars, Za-Beths Magic Carpet, "Viva la Diva"
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Checks payable to: J. Robinson -- PO. BOX 6123 -- Haverhill, Mass. O1831
Info ~ zills@earthlink.net Check out our new & humble website ~
www.za-beth.com
Always promoting The Art, The Joy, & The Magic that is Bellydance
CELEBRATING YOU Thanx…Za-Beth....
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Guide to Dondi Belly Dancer website
Dondi is an international Belly Dancer who resides in San Diego, California. She performs in San Diego and all over the world including Australia, Jordan, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. Dondi has performed for many celebrities including Omar Sharif, won several awards including being "One of the 50 best things about San Diego" by San Diego Magazine and the prestigious title of, "Belly Dancer of the Universe."
Please Enter . . .
Dondi was part of the exclusive "Belly Dance Superstars," (produced by the infamous Miles Copeland) and toured with them throughout Spain, Europe, and North America. Please enter now to learn more about Dondi's journey of being a renowned international Belly Dancer and sought after Belly Dance performer for weddings and events in San Diego and abroad.
From BELLYQUEEN (NYC):
Dear Bellyqueen and PURE friends,
I am so psyched to be back home in New York and teaching regular classes again. We had a fantastic first rehearsal for the new body image project with PURE with lots of enthusiastic women involved, even the famous Tamalyn Dallal made a guest appearance! Special thanks to Kierra for leading us on dynamite 5 Rhythms exercises.
After some requests from my students, I decided to add an extra Performance Preparation class to help you learn improvisation, musicality and energy projection skills! Starting NEXT week, please join us on Tuesday nights from 8.45-10pm. (For the props galore people who signed up for 1.5 hours for this session, you can stay for the first part of the Improv class.)
Considering the unlimited passport was only introduced one week ago, it is clear it is in high demand, with a good number of students signing up to take advantage of unlimited classes for a great rate. It takes considerable practice to master the art of bellydance and it's gratifying to see that students who are dedicated to being the best they can be, are willing to take up the challenge.
Breaking news....I will be teaming up with the one and only, Jillina for an exciting new dance project. She is planning on flying out to NYC to rehearse and co-choreograph with me at the beginning of August so there is a good chance she will teach a workshop August 8th. I will keep you posted.
Peace and shimmies,
Kaeshi
Other Upcoming Events
July 25th & 26th 2009: Miami and West Palm Beach, Florida
Amar Gamal will teach an intensive 2 days workshop in Miami and West Palm Beach, Florida. Contact Maria Jamal jammalm55@yahoo.com
BraJuly 25th, August 1st & 2nd 2009: Create Your Own Unique Costume!
Diana Susanto (fashion designer, costume maker and FIT graduate) will patiently guide you through how to select fabrics and beads, embellish a bra and belt and create pants, skirt and accessories that will flatter YOUR body type. Download flyer.
Saturday July 25 at the Garment District
11am-1pm Brainstorm Meeting (over brunch). Bring your ideas. Perhaps you have a belt that you need a matching bra for, or some great fabric that you have been saving for THIS moment.
1pm-4pm Shop til you drop! We will visit fabric, trim & bead shops to gather supplies for your beautiful costume.
Saturday August 1st
11am-2pm Making the costume Day 1 Part 1. Covering the bra. (3 hours)
2-3pm Lunch at an amazing restaurant.
3-8pm Creating a hip belt. Closures. Making the costume Day 1 Part 2 (5 hours).
8-9.30pm Dinner (At NYC's best Thai restaurant!)
Sunday August 2nd
11am-2pm Making the costume Day 2 Part 1. Creating a skirt, and accessories gloves, bracelets. (3 hours)
2-3pm Lunch at an amazing restaurant.
3-6pm Making the costume Day 2 Part 2. Creating pants. (3 hours)
Wednesday August 19th Fashion Show at JeBon.
Strut your stuff and show off your new creation!
Restricted to 6 students only. (Only 1 spot left.) $145 by July 18th / $165 afterwards.
Please e-mail workshops@bellyqueen.com if you want to participate.
Who is Diana Susanto?
A life long dancer, Diana discovered her passion for sewing and creating her own clothing at the age of 15. After finishing high school in Germany , she decided to make her hobby into her profession. Diana started her way in fashion with an apprenticeship as a couture dressmaker at the State Theater in her hometown, Karlsruhe . In 2005 Diana moved to New York to study at Parsons New School for one year and then continued her fashion studies at Fashion Institute of Technology and graduated in May 2009 with an Award of honor.
August 21st-30th: Los Angeles, CA
Kaeshi plus a host of other talented dancers (Elizabeth Strong, Louchia, Ansuya, Ozzy, Elayssa) join Jillina for her NEW PROJECT.
Sept 19th 2009: Multiple locations around the US
PURE takes to the streets in our annual procession. www.puredance.org
The date has been moved from July to September to commemorate World Peace Day.
September 26th-27th 2009: Vancouver, Canada
Kaeshi will teach and perform in Vancouver.
Contact Leona leonais@shaw.ca
October 4th 2009: Boston, Massachusetts
Amar Gamal will teach a 1 day workshop in Boston, Massachusetts
Contact Zabeth zills@earthlink.net / www.za-beth.com
January 24th-31st: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kaeshi, Jillina, Ansuya, Ozzy, Elizabeth Strong, Elayssa plus more will teach and perform in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Please visit the official festival web site.
March 2010: San Francisco, CA
Kaeshi teaches at Rakkasah West www.rakkasah.com
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24
Danielle
LALE SAYOKO & kaeshi AT JEBON
JeBon, 15 Saint Marks Pl, bet 2nd and 3rd Ave, NYC
Performing all over the world, Lâle sayoko has a background in a diverse range of Egyptian and Turkish dance styles, and performs both traditional bellydance and improvisational fusion, with a wide range of collaborations from arabic to Japanese to her most recent tour with psychedelic oriental dub group Baba Zula, and UK's top Japanese drumming group, Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers. Lâle Sayoko not only inspires and excites her accompanying musicians, but also captivates audiences and crowds around the world. www.lalesayoko.com
Kazumi, Lale's students and Erika from Chicago will also be sharing their dancing talents.
WEDNESDAY, juLY 1
Danielle
Amy Staub
hannah nour, amy staub & kaeshi AT JEBON
JeBon, 15 Saint Marks Pl, bet 2nd and 3rd Ave, NYC
Hannah Nour started bellydancing in NYC about a decade ago with Serena, then later with Yousry Sharif. She has done some cool things and some not so cool things, which we won't talk about right now. She is an alumni of the Juilliard School, taught for the National Dance Institute, and toured with the Bellydance Superstars for the last 3 years. She once wanted to be a doctor, but doctors don't usually wear glitter. She is an original member of PURE NYC, and has also performed with the Dalia Carella Dance Collective, as well as performing solo in and about NYC . She loves her chihuahuas, Ziggy and Zelda, and likes to eat fishheads. Hannah Nour also likes to refer to herself in the third person. She is happy to be dancing and twirling again at JeBon after the booboo in her back got better. For more information, check out www.HannahNourDance.com
Amy has been a Middle Eastern dance student and performer in New York City since 2000 and has studied many different styles with New York's most well known teachers. She began her Egyptian dance training with Yousry Sharif in 2004 and has continued to progress in this style with Ranya as well as workshops with many other masters of Egyptian dance. When not dancing, Amy works as a freelance videographer and editor for the Middle Eastern music and dance community and is a video editor with WorldDance New York, a company that produces dance and fitness DVDs. www.amyraks.com
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8
Trisha McBride
trisha mcbridE & kaeshi
JeBon, 15 Saint Marks Pl, bet 2nd and 3rd Ave, NYC
In 1996, Trisha began her studies of Egyptian Cabaret at Kismet School of Dance in Salt Lake City, Utah, falling hard for the movements and Middle Eastern rhythms. Free style break dance was a major focus in high school and college, from the culture of break dance and love of break beats, Trisha was able to quickly tie in the locking and isolating movements of Belly
Dance. Trisha moved to San Francisco in 1998 to study American Tribal Style
(ATS) Belly Dance. Learning from creators and innovators of this style, Fat Chance Belly Dance and modern maven Jill Parker, of Ultra Gypsy. In 2001, Trisha was then recruited by Brigitta Gudheus for the esteemed San Francisco Troupe "Azure". Performing with Azure Trisha's
style was refined by troupe leaders and artist's, Michael McElhaney,
Brigitta Gudheus as well as Andra Young.
Falling in love with Brooklyn New York, Trisha moved to the East Coat in 2002. She truly enjoys teaching and performing her unique style of fusion belly dance. This style is know to her as a true performance art and she is focused on empowering her students and community.
Trisha as of lately enjoys performing live ritual, using the dance to tell the story of our ancestors, those that came before us, in much respect to the dancers that have paved the way.
Trisha teaches in Williamsburg Brooklyn and Manhattan. She offers many different workshops from her works to her favorite various artists. trishamcbridedance.com
questions? please email trishamcbride@gmail.com
440 Studios
www.440studios.com 440 Lafayette St, 4th Floor,
New York, NY 10003
(bet. Astor Pl and East 4th St.) R-W to 8th Street
or 6 to Astor Place
5 Wk Course: $65 adv/ $70
10 Class card:
$130 (valid for 4 months)
Unlimited Classes Passport for 5 Weeks: $130
Drop-in : $15
Click here to register.
From SUHAILA (ca):
June - September 2009
JUNE
June 23-28th, 2009
Milan, Italy
Suhaila Level 1 3-Day w/Certification (1st in Europe!)
For Info & Payment
JULY
July 4-5th, 2009
Barcelona, Spain
Suhaila Format & Choreography Workshops
For Info & Payment
July 10-11th, 2009
Louvaine-La-Nouve, Belgium
Suhaila & Jamila Format & Choreography Workshops
For Info & Payment
July 14-15, 2009
Tribal UMRAH - Biarritz, France
Drum Solo Choreography (7/14)
Taqsim & Layering (7/15)
For Info & Payment
July 27-31st, 2009
Albany, CA
Suhaila Multi-Level Weeklong
For Info & Payment
July 30th, 2009
Albany, CA
Jamila Salimpour Master Class
For Info & Payment
AUGUST
August 3-6th, 2009
Albany, CA
Suhaila Level 3 Prep Four Day
For Info & Payment
August 10-14th, 2009
Albany, CA
Suhaila Level 3 Weeklong
For Info & Payment
August 15th, 2009
Yaa Halla Y'all 2009 - Dallas, TX
Suhaila Format Workshop
For Info & Payment
SEPTEMBER
September 16-19th, 2009
Bordentown, NJ
Suhaila Level 1 3-Day/Level 2 4-Day Workshop
For Info & Payment
September 21-25th, 2009
Albany, CA
Jamila Level 1 Weeklong
For Info & Payment
September 27-29th
Albany, CA
Suhaila Level 1 Three Day
For Info & Payment
Suhaila Salimpour School of Bellydance
425 San Pablo Avenue
Albany, CA 94706
(510)527-2400
www.SuhailaInternational.com
From HOLLYWOOD MUSIC CENTER.COM (CA)
www.hollywoodmusiccenter.com
Greetings!
hmc logo 150 pixWe are proud the announce the release of Sadie's long-awaited DVD Ultimate Bellydance, which offers Isolations, Layering, Drills and Combinations.
Love Hip-Hop and Bellydance? Then combine em' in Bellydance Hip Hop Liquid Fusion
with Anasma, one of Bellyqueen's prominent members.
Be taken to an evocative era is fused with dark waltz melodies, glitch electronic sounds, salacious burlesque, and gypsy brass in the new compilation: Waltzes, Glitches & Brass.
For some fun-filled Shabbi, check out the the CD Superstars of Shabbi with Saad and
Ameina. It's sure to get you jumpin'.
Yours in dance,
Hollywood Music Center
www.hollywoodmusiccenter.com
Sadie Ultimate Bellydance Ultimate Bellydance with Sadie - DVD
Isolations, Layering, Drills & Combinations
Intermediate and advanced technique to take your dance skills to the next level with internationally celebrated instructor and performer Sadie. Sadie clearly introduces and drills technique one at a time demonstrating the mechanics of layering movements on top of each other to add new dimension to your choreographies. Enrich your vocabulary of movements to create a more dynamic and impressive effect and shine like the star you are! Total: 110 Minutes
Click here for details and video sample
Anasma Hip Hop Bellydance Hip-Hop: Liquid Fusion - DVD
Anasma
This 2-DVD set blends bellydance with the standing forms of hip-hop, exploring the techniques and the aesthetics of both dance forms. Bellydance movement is highly-controlled and internal, while hip-hop brings to the mix an explosive external energy. Both bellydance and hip-hop share a strong emphasis on isolation. That makes them perfect ingredients for an organic, fun, and edgy fusion. 260 Minutes.
Click here for details and video sample
Vaudeville Waltzes, Glitches & Brass - CD
The New Sounds of Vaudeville
Vaudeville, Music Hall, Freak Shows, Concert Saloons, Minstrelsy, Dime Museums, and Burlesque; all major forms of entertainment in the late 1800s/ early 1900s. A time where costuming and stagecraft was paramount, and a certain warped fascination with the bizarre and freakish, spliced with titillation and risqué humor, was the order of the day. Here the spirit of this evocative era is fused with dark waltz melodies, glitch electronic sounds, salacious burlesque, and gypsy brass for one of the most unique and lovingly crafted compilations you're likely to hear this or any other year.
Click here for details and audio samples
Shaabi Superstars Superstars of Shabi - CD
Saad & Ameina
This album features the two top performers of this style today both who exude the essence of this style. Dubbed the "Young Prince of Egyptian Sha'abi," Saad is the hottest new star in the tradition of Hakim. His music is inspired from the streets; it's energetic, positive, and light-heartening romantic with a real sense of Egyptian irony and humor. Ameina is the reigning queen of sha'bi music and this release showcases her unique and powerful voice. Superstars of Sha'bi is a party record, a bellydance record, a journey to take you off to the smells and sounds of the Cairo street full of life. Dance, Listen, Enjoy!
Click here for details and audio samples
Raks Ayoub Raks Ayoub - CD (back in print, remastered, new cover)
Bassam Ayoub (previously available)
Master musician and composer Bassam Ayoub presents various styles of bellydance music such as Classical, Egyptian, Percussion, Andelusian, and Melaya Laff.
This album is now back in stock, remastered and with a new cover.
Click here for details and audio samples
Tokyo Competition Tokyo International Bellydance Competition
On September 21 & 22, 2009,
Tokyo's first major international Bellydance Competition will take place featuring the Bellydance stars of Tokyo, and judges and workshop instructors Bozenka, Tamalyn Dallal and Mira Betz.
Be sure to visit the Hollywood Music Center booth at this
world-class event.
Click here for the event website
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Re: JUNE BellyHappenings...
Sat, June 27, 2009 - 5:07 AMFrom ASHARAH (VA):
Hi everyone! Hope everyone is having a lovely summer. A few things...
- Thank you to everyone who supported the Durga Tour. You all rock.
- NEW classes starting THIS WEEK at both Joy of Motion and Saffron Dance, including TWO performance classes! Details below.
- Here by popular demand: Asharah SHIRTS. Yup. Two types of shirts for women--babydoll tees and spaghetti strap tanks--and a classic tee for men. Shirts are black with white print, 100% cotton, and only $20! Get yours today at www.asharah.com/merchandise
- I am booking now for 2010 dates. If you want me to come out to your city for workshops/performance, contact me at asharah@asharah.com and we'll set up something awesome.
Have an awesome summer!
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WEEKLY CLASSES
Tuesday Nights
Joy of Motion Atlas Arts Center. 1333 H St NE, Washington, DC.
Skills and Technique: 7:30pm – 8:30pm. Drop in at ANY TIME!
Drop in classes are $17 each. 5 drop-in classes for $80 10 drop-in classes for $150
No prior belly dance experience necessary. All levels welcome. This class will focus strictly on the perfecting of specific skills and technique for all styles of belly dance. Class will cover all aspects of belly dance technique including hip work, torso isolations, arms, and foot patterns. The class will include exercises to increase strength and flexibility, as well as drills specifically geared to refine body control and range of movement. This class is meant to supplement study in other belly dance classes and is geared for all levels, but is taught at an intensive pace and may be more suitable for students at the Beginning Belly Dance level and above.
Tribal Fusion Performance Class: 8:30pm - 9:30pm. Session registration required.
Tribal fusion belly dance, the newest style to emerge from this ancient dance form, blends the snaky and slinky movements of classic belly dance with sharp percussive moves drawn from hip hop and club dancing. The Tribal Fusion Performance Class at Joy of Motion offers students the opportunity to participate in developing and refining group choreography for a stage performance. Asharah will teach students a tribal fusion belly dance choreography, integrating technique and stage presence.
$180.00 for 9 weeks :: 6/23/2009 - 8/18/2009
Wednesday Nights
Saffron Dance, 3260 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA.
Classes start June 24, 2009.
Tribal 2: 6:15pm – 7:15pm.
Technique builds from week to week through structured drilling exercises based on the Suhaila Salimpour format.* Students will also develop strong posture, arm positions, hip work, torso isolations, and basic foot patterns specific to the tribal style. This class follows an organized approach to building the basic elements of tribal and is perfect for students who have never been exposed to tribal belly dance.
*Asharah is not an official instructor for the Suhaila Salimpour School of Dance, but Suhaila Salimpour has given permission for Asharah to use the Suhaila Salimpour format in her classes.
Developing a Tribal Solo, Duet, or Trio: 7:15pm – 8:15pm.
This class offers a structured approach to guide students through creating a strong, creative, and solid solo, duet, or trio piece for performance in the tribal fusion style. Each week students will work on a specific element of their performance piece such as musicality, choreography, and technique. Students will perform their piece at the Sala Saffron student show in August at the end of the summer session. Students must be concurrently enrolled in a technique class at Saffron Dance studio.
Tribal 3 (Technique): 8:15pm – 9:15pm.
This class builds on technique developed in Saffron Tribal 1 & 2 by using more advanced elements of the Suhaila Salimpour and Fat Chance Belly Dance formats, as well as Asharah’s own signature dance vocabulary. This class will work to develop core strength, stamina, isolations, and musical interpretation. Class work emphasizes the breakdown and drilling of each element. Students will incorporate technique and movement into traveling and combinations with a focus on execution and precision. **Finger cymbals are REQUIRED. Please being your cymbals to class every week.
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WORKSHOPS
June 27th & 28th, St. Louis, Missouri
Workshops and Performance
Hosted by Sakina Ali and Tribe Akaya. Details and registration available NOW on their webpage.
Saturday, June 27, 10:00am – Noon: Pops, Locks, and Tick Tocks
Saturday, June 27, 1:00pm – 3:00pm: Dancing Your Demons
Sunday, June 28, 10:00am – Noon: Progressive Raqs
July 18th & 19th, Leicester, England
Gothla UK: Workshops and Performance
Saturday, July 18, 10:00am – Noon: Danse Mècanique
Sunday, July 19, 3:30pm – 5:30pm: Pops, Locks, and Tick Tocks
Registration now up at the Gothla UK website. Workshops are selling out fast!
October 9 – 11, Gothenburg, Sweden
Dark and Tribalicious: Workshops and Performance
Saturday, October 10, Noon – 2:30pm – Dancing Your Demons
Sunday, October 11, 9:00am – 11:30am – Pops, Locks, and Tick Tocks
For more information and registration information, check it all out at TribaGoth.com
October 16 – 18, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas
Tribal Alchemy
Saturday, October 17, 3:00pm – 5:00pm – The Cymbalist Movement
For more information and registration, visit the Tribal Alchemy website.
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asharah - modern tribal bellydance
www.asharah.com
703-405-5410
"More excitement, less fear." - Neil Peart
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From HADIA (CAN):
SUMMER IS FINALLY HERE!!!
AN UPDATE from HADIA
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Hello everyone, I hope that you are out enjoying the beautiful sunshine, flowers and the beginning of our summer season! When I am not in my garden learning how to grow a myriad of wonderful things, I will be busy exploring all the beauty of Maritime Canada.
I am also really excited about starting the month of July off with the upcoming Pro Course, Ultimate Technique Training and Making the Most of your Music workshops that are just around the corner. Remember that the early bird discount registration date of June 25th is fast approaching so don’t hesitate for your summer savings!
www.hadia.com/professional.htm
There is still room in the Ultimate Technique Training July 3rd to 5th in Halifax, with 15 hours of high energy fun and fabulously easy and simple secrets to put you fully in charge of your oriental dance technique.
The week-long Pro Course July 6th to 10th in my gorgeous new home town of Lunenburg on the sea, is almost at capacity, but if you are really enthusiastic and inspired to take your dance into the next level, contact me right away and I will do my very best to accommodate you.
To end off this amazing summer training, don’t miss the chance to work with our wonderful and highly skilled musicians as we unveil the secrets of working with the instruments, the maqams, the phrasing and the Soul of beautiful classical Arabic music in our Making the Most of your Music workshop PLUS the fun of the Lebanese Festival on July 11th and 12th in Halifax.
Next, we have another early payment discount deadline of August 1st for my last Dance Tour to one of my very favourite places in the world!! “ Turkey – Gateway to the Orient” from September 15th to 30th!
For an authentic cultural and amazing dance experience which features 20 hours of Turkish Roman (gypsy) and oriental belly dance with myself and my phenomenal teacher Reyhan Tuzsuz, PLUS the best of Istanbul, the Turkish Riviera, Gokinpar Village Retreat, Pamukkale, Afrodisais and Heiropolis and the geological fairyland of Cappadocia – So join us today for the best prices in the market and an unforgettable adventure and learning holiday!
www.hadia.com/turkey.htm
Finally, I have had several requests from many of the Maritime ladies to offer my teacher training courses out here, so I will be happy to schedule a level 1 teacher training course from August 28th to 31st if enough ladies contact me and send in their $150 deposit right away. For more details contact me right away at hadia@hadia.com or (902) 640-2473 or have a look on my site for some info and the course outlines.
www.hadia.com/teacher.htm
From FRANKEE SUNSHINE (DC/MD):
Announcing a new Meetup for Baltimore/DC Belly Dance and Music of the Middle East!!
What: WAMEDA Members Showcase - www.wameda.org
When: July 12, 2009 2:00 PM
Price: $15.00 per person
Where: Click the link below to find out!
Meetup Description: As we celebrate this 30th Anniversary of the Washington Area Mid-East Dance Asociation, members of WAMEDA are presenting a diverse array of dances for you to share. This beautiful theatre is a comfortable oasis in Fort Washington, Maryland that will raise the standard of presentations for the Annual Showcase for WAMEDA performers, families and friends. There will be vendors with exciting wares for sale. Light refreshments will be available at Intermission. Several regional professionals will perform, as well as troupes, groups, of various styles of dance. This is going to be a very memorable occasion as we continue to elevate the WAMEDA experience!
Bring the family- children are welcome-it's a "Family Reunion 30th Anniversary Event"!
visit our website at www.wameda.org.
Learn more here:
www.meetup.com/Baltimore-...r/10563758/
From SCTRIBAL.COM:
June?s DCTribal Café is going to be Hot, Hot Hot this month!
Part dinner show, part gathering of friends DCTribal Café is a great way to spend Sunday night!
Sit back and be entertained by cutting edge tribal fusion belly dance performances by three professional dancers while enjoying Asylum?s down-to-earth but oh so heavenly menu ? full of the regular standard American fare and extensive vegan and vegetarian offerings. With your tribal café admittance you get ½ price discount on burgers and $2 off select draft beer.
This month DCTribal Café is proud to host performances by
Mavi (www.MaviBellyDance.com)
Belladonna (www.BelladonnaDance.net)
Kallisti Tribal, introducing newest member Flissy! (www.KallistiTribal.com)
Sunday June 28, 2009
6pm ? 9pm
Asylum Bar & Lounge
2471 18th Street, NW
Washington DC 20009
$10
With the music of DJ MELLIE MEL in between dancer's sets! Doors at 6pm, performances start at 7pm ? get there early for the best seats!
PICTURES and More info at: www.myspace.com/dctribalcafe
DCTribal Cafe sponsored by www.DCTribal.com
Asylum's awesome vegan and vegetarian menu can be found at www.asylumdc.com!
Questions? Email mavi@romkadance.com
Easy to access, paid parking is available 1/2 way down the block on ....18th Street.... (on the same side as asylum)! There is another lot near the corner of 18th and ....Columbia.... in between the gas station and Adam's Mill Bar.
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