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Amani in Montreal

2008-05-02T19:58:40Z

May 17 - 18 2008 in Montreal Canada

There is still time to register for our fabulous week-end with the one and only Amani of Lebanon.

Here is all the info: www.salomestar.com/amanienglish.html

Hope to see you there!

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World and Bellydance CDs for Sale/Trade

2008-04-27T22:30:23Z

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

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

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

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IBCC individual workshops on sale now!!

2008-04-11T15:05:25Z

Full IBCC Package Price: $699
Individual Workshop Prices:
$65 ea- Aida Nour or Tito
$55 ea- Two Hour Workshop
$45 ea- 1.5 Hour Workshop

Workshop Schedule:
Thursday April 24:
9:00-10:30 Nath Keo, 11:00-1:00 Aida Nour, 2:00-4:00 Mayyadah & Amir, 4:30-6:30 Tito

Friday April 25:
9:00-10:30 Ferda Bayazit, 11:00-1:00 Tito, 2:00-4:00 Bozenka, 4:30-6:30 Aida Nour

Saturday April 26:
9:00-10:30 Lopa Sarkar, 11:00-1:00 Aida Nour, 2:00-4:00 Amy Sigil, 4:30-6:30 Bozenka

Sunday April 27:
9:00-10:30 Amy Sigil, 11:00-1:00 Aisha Ali, 2:00-4:00 Yasmina Ramzy & live musicians, 4:30-6:30 Tito

To Register:
Call: 416-920-5593
You can pay over the phone with a Visa or MasterCard

* No refunds or transfers

Day Pass for Seminar Room: $35 - on sale now!
(includes all Lectures, Films, Panel Disucussions, Open Stage Performances, Music Classes and Specialty Classes)

Tickets on sale now!!:
Gala Stage, Re-Mix 2007, Main Stage 1, Main Stage 2
$25-$35 (or all four shows for $95)
available at: www.totix.ca

More info:www.bellydanceconference.com

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Belly dance cruise w/Kami Liddle, Samantha Riggs, & Ava Fleming Dec 6-13,2008

2008-03-28T03:37:58Z

Belly dance cruise for both the experience and those with no belly dance
experience. For those into tribal and those into cabaret

The cruise sails from Port of Miami , FL with stops Grand Cayman,
Cozumel, Ocho Rios and 3 Full Days of Dance Workshops!!
There will be belly dance workshops on board ship, Wednesday night dance
party, & Friday night Hafla Show.

Please contact Cathi at Destiny Travel & Group Tours for reservations
and information.

Makes checks payable to: Destiny Travel, 354 East Main Street, East
Palestine,
Ohio 44413. 330-426-3656 or e-mail: destinytravel@sbcglobal.net
Cathi will be happy to assist you with air travel arrangements from your
home city .

Workshop Information:
Beginner classes will be offered for anyone wishing t o learn the
awesome art of belly
dance! This class is strictly for beginners...no experience necessary!!
Each day at Sea we will offer dance programs which include :
*belly dance workshops each day at sea (beginner and Advanced Skills )
*private casual dance party Wednesday evening
*Friday night Hafla Show with solo and group performances- all are
welcome to perform !
Exact workshop & Hafla schedule will be provided prior to sailing .
Please bring your own hip scarves, veils, zills and other costuming.

Pricing
Interior cabin, Category 4A: Cost per person w/2 in a room: $1238.00
3rd & 4th passenger rate sharing a cabin with 2 full paying guests in
4A: $1006.00
Exterior cabin, Category 6A: Cost per person w/2 in a room: $1338.00
3rd & 4th passenger rate sharing a cabin with 2 full paying guests in
6A: $1036.00
Balcony cabin, Category 8A: Cost per person w/2 in a room: $1488.00
3rd & 4th passenger rate sharing a cabin with 2 full paying guests in
8A: $1086.00
Pricing includes cruise, food & entertainment, port charges, government
taxes and fees ,
on-board gratuities, all belly dance workshops on board ship, Wednesday
night dance
party, & Friday night Hafla Show.

Instructors:
Ava Fleming:
With her extensive knowledge and experience in international dance
styles, Ave Fleming brings a truly unique and modern approach to the
belly dance community.L ocated in Phoenix, Arizona, her teaching and
performances throughout the Southwestern region have created quite a
demand for her practice of Raks Sharqi. Her focus on isolations and
music interpretation has captivated audiences here in the U.S. and
abroad. As the director, choreographer, and creator of the Black Opal
Dance Company, audiences have had the opportunity to see her creative
dance style amplified by ten. Ava's 2004 Belly Dancer of
the Universe title (Egyptian category) has only furtherd her popularity
with all who have seen her dance. Ava's instructional and performance
dvds have inspired and challenged many who have taken on the task of
studying her elegant example of the modern belly dancer through which
novices and
masters alike will gain challenge and insight

Kami Liddle:
Kami's style is what she calls a modern fsuion of an ancient dance.
Although she is primarily a tribal dancer, she pulls from the various
styles of belly dance that she has studied, as well as modern, hip hop,
jazz, and bhangra dance. Kami performs both as a solo artist and also
collaborates wh iotther dancers. She is a guest artist for The Indigo,
directed by Rachel Brice, and has also worked with Samatha Riggs of Boom
Boom Bollywood on choreography and periodically performs with the
company. Kami was nominated for "Best Kept Secret" and "Best
interpretive Artist" for 2005
Zaghareet Magazine and won the title "Entertainer of the Year 2005" at
the Wiggles of the West. Kami currently tours with The Bellydance
Superstars.

Samantha Riggs:
Samantha Riggs is the Founder, Artistic Director, Choreographer and Lead
Dancer for bothB oom Boom Bollywood and The Sexy Scallywags Pirate
Circus in Tempe, Arizona, and is a performer with Fyrae fire arts
troupe. She was the assistant director as well as a core dancer,
teacher, musician and choreographer Dfoorm ba Tribal Fusion Dance Troupe
(winners of the 2006 Zaghareet "Best Troupe" award) from 1996 until
their dissolution in October of 2006. Samantha has traveled the world
teaching Bollywood Style Dance, Tribal Style Bellydance, Tribal Fusion,
Fire Arts and Pirate Bellydance. Her serious obsession with Bollywood
movies has, over the years, infected others... leading to her higher
goal of connection and understanding between the Western and the Ind-Ao
merican communities. Samantha has a long history on stage withm any
other forms of theatre arts including fire performance, stage combat,
acting, stand-up comedy and comedy improv, singing, drumming and folk
dancing .

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IBCC 2008- program advertising opportunity!

2008-03-26T17:57:58Z

Hi everyone! Just a reminder that we still have advertising space available in the IBCC 2008 (International Bellydance Conference of Canada) program!!

This program will be distributed to over 3,000 Bellydance enthusiasts who have traveled across the world to attend the IBCC!

Advertise your:
Events, Boutique, Website, Classes, Troupe, Costumes … and more!!

Check out our advertising rates in the photo section of this group under the album “IBCC 2008”

Deadline: April 10, 2008!
Format: JPG or PDF

Rates:
¼ page black and white – 3”x3.75 - $150
½ page (horizontal) black and white – 6.25 x 3.75 - $275
Full Page (back and inside covers available) black and white - 6.25 x 7.5 - $475

For more information, please contact us at:
info@bellydanceconference.com

www.bellydanceconference.com

Cheers,
Mel

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

2008-02-09T07:52:47Z

Hello, All...

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

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

Dancing in the Golden Era of Egyptian Film

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Invite your friends!!!

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

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costuming: need tips for buying off the rack

2008-01-30T02:21:33Z

Due to location my options for costuming is limited to purchasing online or this one annual festival. I have read Flattering Costumes for Bellydancers (Costume Goddess) and found it helpful for figuring out what basic design I should be looking for. What makes me nervous is the process. Last year the vendors with the high ticket pieces were very crowded. I'm not sure if I'll have enough time to talk to the vendors. I'm the type who asks a lot of questions before I spend a lot of money. I like to be an educated consumer. So does anyone have experience buying off the rack at a festival? My concern is that after the show they pack up and leave so basically once I've made the purchase I'll have no recourse if a week later it all falls apart because a thread broke!:(
Also since this is my first time buying a real costume I'd love any tips about what to look for and what to avoid in both the costume and the people I do business with!

Thank you
Amy

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IBCC sale- only 3 days left!

2008-01-29T18:18:00Z

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

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

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

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

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

www.bellydanceconference.com

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Contact info for Portland OR Classes

2008-01-16T02:46:27Z

Hello, everyone!

I just moved up to Portland and am looking to continue expanding my dancing. Can any of you send me some contact info for dance classes up here? (I'm a bit challenged at doing searches!).

Thanks!

Amy

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

2008-01-15T07:37:17Z

(If this post is inappropriate, please remove.)

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

2008 Schedule

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

$799 per seminar

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Orit Maftsir in Toronto March 7-9/08!!

2007-12-20T20:48:29Z

Orit Workshop, Master Classes, Film Presentation and Gala Performance!

Arabesque in collaboration with Voices Forward is proud to sponsor the ORIT MAFTSIR workshop, screening of Israeli / Palestine Film "Rakasa" & Gala Performance with live musicians in celebration of International Women's Day.

Proceeds of this event will benefit a Middle Eastern women's rights organization.

Workshop Saturday, Mar 8/08, 11 am - 4 pm (Lunch Included),

Location: Downtown Toronto

Personal style, combinations and a short choreography to a popular song

Master Classes (limit of 15 students per class) Location: Arabesque
Drum Solo, March 7, Friday 7 pm - 9 pm
Modern Egyptian style, Mar 9, Sunday 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Folklore, March 9, Sunday 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Super special price ends this Thursday Dec 20th at 9 pm!!
Saturday workshop $95... special $60
Master Class (each) $75...special $50

Package (Saturday and all 3 Master Classes): $285....special $ 185
(gala and film not included)

Check out Orit's website www.bellydancer.co.il

To register please call: 416-920-5593

See clips of Orit on YouTube!

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

2007-12-10T07:28:10Z

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

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

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

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

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

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Int'l Bellydance Conf. of Canada 2008!!

2007-10-26T20:42:03Z

The IBCC is coming April 23-27, 2008!!
Instructors:
Tito - Egypt
Aida Nour - Egypt
Amy Sigil of Unmata - California
Bozenka - Florida
Aisha Ali - California
Mayyadah and Amir - Germany
Lesya Starr - Spain
Nath Keo - British Columbia
Yasmina Ramzy - Ontario
Ferda Bayazit - Turkey/British Columbia

We are absolutely delighted to host such an amazing roster of talent at this event!

Check out these clips of the IBCC 2007 on YouTube:
Workshops/Lectures highlights: http://youtube.com/watch?v=Z7BMlkHoeJw
Gala Performance highlights: http://youtube.com/watch?v=I0hkD-xg7AM
Or search: INT'L BELLYDANCE CONFERENCE OF CANADA 2007

Register Now!! 50% Sold Out!!
* Anyone who was registered in the 2007 conference receives an extra $100 off the conference package!!!

Early Bird rate is $599 CDN** limited quantities!!
($499 for past participants)

Regular rate: $699 CDN

Conference Package includes:
¬ Lectures, Panel Discussions
¬ Music and Drum classes
¬16 Dance Workshops
¬ 8 spectacular Performances
¬ 150 international performing artists
¬ Shopping bazaar
¬ Lunches, breakfast snacks, unlimited water, and more …

Just give us a call to register!
1- 416- 920-5593
We accept: Visa or MasterCard (over the phone)

*The Conference Packages are non-refundable, but are transferable.

Call to Artists:
If you would like to dance on the Main Stage or Open Stage and/or be a Speaker at the IBCC 2008 please check out our brochure at: http://www.bellydanceconference.com/images/calltoartistsJuly11.pdf

Or e-mail us and we will send you the Call to Artists brochure!!

We are so excited about next year, we can hardly sit still!

Cheers!

Conference Coordinator
International Bellydance Conference of Canada (IBCC)
Toronto, ON Canada

info@bellydanceconference.com
www.bellydanceconference.com

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Troupe names!!!

2007-10-26T20:09:10Z

I am trying to pick out a name for my troupe and I cant think of one. I want one that is unique because my girls are. Can anyone help? Is there any web site that I can look at?

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New Tribe

2007-10-09T16:49:42Z

For fans of Rachel George

http://tribes.tribe.net/rachelgeorge

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Body Image in Bellydance

2007-10-09T15:53:57Z

I deal with a lot of people and I hear a lot of these same two comments:
1. "I want to learn to bellydance but I need to lose weight first"
2. "I don't have the belly to be a bellydancer"

I know it is a paradox! Perceptions so opposite to each other.

Now, in the bellydance community, we well know that this dance is open to ALL, and that includes body types. One of the great things is the diversity with a common passion. One of the things that I love about this dance is that it embraces everyone.

Occasionally I have been told from people who had just found out that I bellydance.
1. You are a bellydancer!? but you don't have a belly!!!!
2. You are too skinny to be a bellydancer.

These comments make me laugh and I brush them off. However, for sometime now, I have been wondering how bellydance has changed the way others look at their body? or , has it? Since having taken up this dance, do you eat differently? do you exercise more (beside the regular dance classes?) Have you been told you cannot or should not be a bellydancer because you don't fit the "bellydancer" body stereotype? Do other people's comments and their concept of what they think a bellydancer should look like effect you physically and/or emotionally?

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News article. . .

2007-07-31T14:03:11Z

Came across this and found it interesting:

http://www.reuters.com/article/lifestyleMolt/idUSL3130074720070731

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PHOTOS ~ TRIBAL CARAVAN

2007-07-08T02:46:26Z

click here for tc photos..... http://www.pixievisionproductions.com/gallery/tribalcaravan2007

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also fyi, i'll be traveling doing photo shoots.... email me at pixie@pixievisionproductions.com to set up a shoot
July 7, 8, 9 - New York City
July 19 - Portland, Oregon
July 20 - Eugene, Oregon
July 24 - San Francisco
October 10 & 11 - Philadelphia
for more info, please join my tribe at http://tribes.tribe.net/pixievision
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CM new demo video

2007-05-11T13:49:08Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPaLuzmhxTk&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fprofile%2Emyspace%2Ecom%2Findex%2Ecfm%3Ffuseaction%3Duser%2Eviewprofile%26friendid%3D114307646

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what would you call the style of Jehan and her dancers?

2007-04-26T17:41:09Z

Jehan and her temple dancers are a group based in New York, I think.
There are a few instructional/workout dvds put out with these dancers.
Some of them include Blanca, Neon (although on her own, Neon's style strays from that of Jehan), oh I forget some of the others, Ayshe and Leyla I think are two others... but anyhow...

I was having a hard time giving a name to their style when I was trying to describe it to a friend... there are a lot of folkloric moves, it's earthy, but there are a lot 'showgirl' moves too that bring to mind cabaret or even jazz.... I resorted to thinking of her style as 'gypsy style' (which is the tag I give anything too diverse-ly influenced for me to understand as one style or another)... but I was wondering if there IS an actual name for that style of bellydancing, that is more universally acknowledged as describing that style.

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Invitation to BellyWiki.com (x-post)

2007-04-13T18:00:41Z

Hello -

For the past couple of weeks my friend Kris & I have been putting together the beginnings of a belly dance wiki called BellyWiki. BellyWiki (www.bellywiki.com) is a Wikipedia-style website intended to suppliment the already vast online community of belly dancers and belly dance enthusiasts.

BellyWiki came about because I'd noticed that lots of folks were asking around if there were a big list of moves/drills anywhere online. There didn't seem to be any centralized open-source place for that kind of thing. I thought a wiki would be a great format for this kind of thing because all of the knowledge would be written by the community. This allows for all the 7-bazillion names for each move to be recorded in one place.

I also think it will be a great place to gather all the wonderful linkies to the dancers, musicians, costume makers, etc. so we can all find each other. It can also provide a place where people can learn the history of belly dance and other kinds of information about our beloved art.

I extend participation in this wiki to any and all performers, instructors, students and afficianados of belly dance of all kinds.

I just got the site up on Monday, April 2nd. There's only a few articles so far, all written by volunteers. There's a big list of articles that need to be written and I'd like YOU to start writing them. Please don't be shy! Just follow the Articles Wish List link from the main page of BellyWIki to get started.

If you have any questions about how to work a wiki, or if you run into any technical problems, please message me on Tribe or visit the BellyWiki Tribe http://tribes.tribe.net/bellywiki You'll be able to give feedback there as well as see what's going on with the wiki.

This is the first wiki I've worked with so if you have any suggestions or comments, please feel free to share. I've made this site out of love and respect for the community and I hope you like it! If you have critiques for me, I'm open to hearing them. Just be gentle!

Thanks! Hope to see you on the wiki!

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Baltimore Bellydance Newsletter

2007-02-14T14:57:45Z

The Baltimore Bellydance Newsletter will once again be distributed free of charge.

To get yourself on the list, you can go to the Baltimore Belly dance Newsletter webpage and click the "subscribe to newsletter" link. - Check out the site while you are there.

http://baltimorebellydance.com/newsletter.html

Please help spread the word. We anticipate newsletter distribution to resume this spring!

R'aina

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Bellydance Videos

2007-01-31T13:54:27Z

Hi everyone..I have updated my bellydance video blog..so If you want to check it out it is http://bellydancevideos.blogspot.com

please private message me if you have any favourites you would like to share with others and I can add them to my blog. If we build this up it could save hours of searching through youtube for good videos;)

thanks

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Mentoring

2007-01-31T06:17:59Z

Hi there, just a question - does anyone have experience with being or having a mentor as a dancer? Like someone you not only take classes from but get personal advice on your progress, maybe you send her a dvd to look at, etc? I live in a place where it's difficult to find a teacher locally so I was thinking about approaching someone abroad - any thoughts on that? Thanks!

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teaching sword to beginners

2006-11-28T13:57:19Z

hi all, sorry about the crosspost if you see this on other boards, but i need help...

i was asked to give a sword demo at an upcoming event, i'm supposed to teach balancing and presentation and then perform a short piece. i'm going to discuss where to balance, how to get down on the floor, what to do when you're down there, how to get up etc. the problem is, i kind of just learned how to gracefully handle a sword by trial and error. i know what works for me and my limitations, but i' m at a loss for how to describe it to absolute novices. does anyone have any good tips, tricks they use? please share, any info would be greatly appreciated!

ps - cool, the current tribe photo is of me! that was a surprise!

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

2006-11-28T11:14:14Z

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sincerely,

Elle Empire Entertainment
Jordan, Jelani and Cielito

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Who are Your Favorite Belly Dance musicians?

2006-11-26T20:42:25Z

One of mine is Phil Thornton in which I'm searching.

He along with Fritz Heede & Micheal Beach (with whom I can find all
over the place) are my three sources for the Best BELLY Dance music
I could or would ever want to hear. That's what I used to use/play
all of the time before I once again (after leaving it for a minute)
am 'back into the Dance'.

This time as many of you know..I have a vested interest beyond the
strictly social & entertainment benefits. Namely my newly started
Foundation. And to learn more about it (and me) please go to:
http://www.myspace.com/linny_g ..plus if you have ANY information on
where
I can find music produced by PHIL THORNTON, then 'e' me
here..thanks!

I might as well tick Tribe off by naming just about all of my other
Group sources (and did I tell you about yahoo.. http://bellydance.meetup.com/11/memb
er/2226428/ and Bhuz.com :-)?),
~Linny~

PS. And join me at MySpace or Tribe as a Friend or Associate if the
Spirit moves you!

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My gift to you

2006-11-23T04:48:41Z

Hi,
Some time ago I recorded a full percussion CD called "Deep:Mobile"

I always felt like one track in particular would be great for belly dancing.

Feel free to download it, and use it for whatever you want.
http://www.jakemore.com/xfer/ Its called "05_shekhina.mp3 (right click on the file to download it...let me know if you are having any trouble)

Please credit me should you use it in anything recorded...otherwise, drop me a line and let me know if you liked it/used it.
If you like that, you will probably like the rest of the CD...which is also there, titled "Deep.zip". Feel free to download that as well.

Peace,
Jake

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Jim Boz Workshops & Dinner Show December 10th

2006-10-09T23:45:54Z

Raks & Rolls Belly Dance is proud to Present Jim Boz for two amazing workshops & and Gala Dinner Show. Come meet and learn from one of the few MALE Belly Dancers in the United States.

Sunday December 10th -

10:00 - 12:00 PM - Dynamic Drills & Techniques will be taught with a Sizzling Choreography!

1:00 - 3:00 PM - Master Workshop - Advanced Isolations & Superior Layering Presented in a HOT DRUM SOLO!

The evening gala show will be held Sunday, December 10th at Negeen's Restaurant in Campbell. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:00 PM.

Enjoy performances by Jim Boz, Alexandria, Tatseena, Una and more. Limited dance spots offered to Dancers Attending a Workshop and the Dinner Show, please inquire for spaces available.

Information about dinner show or workshop registration is available under performances at www.azuradance.com .

www.jimboz.com

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Murphys Belly Dance Festival October 7 Murphys, CA

2006-09-20T06:02:01Z

Murphys Belly Dance Festival October 7 Murphys, CA
www.almamusic.net/bellydance for more info and directions...

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Cookeville, TN?

2006-09-17T17:31:52Z

Does anyone know if there is any places to take bellydance in or around Cookeville,TN or if they offer it on the TN Tech campus?

Thanks,

Elysia

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Looking for advise from those with experience

2006-09-10T14:09:24Z

I am looking to get hooked up in the belly dancing ring here. Can anyone point me in the right direction? I would like to start with the right people. Thanks:)

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Leyla Jouvana and Roland from Germany

2006-08-18T03:41:45Z

DVD/VHS are ready!! TO ORDER: Please call or write to Mellea until September 9.
Shifáh is out of town until September 9

Produced by Shifáh/Joanne and Mellea/Whitney
of the Middle Eastern Arts Collaborative (MEAC)

Leyla Jouvana & Roland
DVD/VHS (Professionally taped)
July 29, 2006, Show Northampton, MA

Order via PayPal on line now at: www.meacshows.com
or send check or money order to:
Contact Mellea/Whitney for information: 413 885-2490

See Leyla's gypsy and drum solo dance style taught in
workshops accompanied by Roland. Plus
Indian-Bollywood-Oriental mix and Karshilamar.

Leyla: "Dynamic, Energetic, Enthralling," May/June 2006 Zaghareet Magazine. Winner of Giza Academy Award of 2002 as the best live dancer of the year. 2004 "Halima-Award" in the category "best dancer"

Also performances by:
Zabeth, Debira, Ismalia, Mellea & Shamandan by Shifáh

VHS $30 DVD $35 ---
Plus $5 ship/handling for 1st item only. OR pick up from Whitney or Joanne

$2 for each additional vhs/dvd ordered.

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Nourhan Sharif Workshops in SF Bay Area, CA, Aug 19-20

2006-08-11T03:54:20Z

Please join us for this rare CA visit of the fabulous Nourhan Sharif of New York's Egyptian Academy of Oriental Dance, for a 2-day workshop, co-sponsored by Hala Dance of Santa Clara, and Masala Imports, Sahar, and Janelle of Santa Cruz. The first day will be in Redwood City at the Odd Fellows' Hall on August 19 and will focus on the world-reknowned choreography of Yousry Sharif, and will be geared to intermediate, advanced and professional dancers. The second day will be in Santa Cruz at Motion Pacific Dance Junction, and will focus more on Sharif technique and various Oriental combos that can be incorporated into any dance routine. Don't miss out on the early bird special which will save you $15 off the regular 1-day registration fee if you register by August 18. Further information is available at: www.egyptianacademy.com (follow seminars link) or email zsuzsii@cruzio.com

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getting feeling back

2006-08-11T01:24:30Z

hi all Im new *waves*

I had an emergency csection with my son nearly 3 years ago and I still have no feeling below my navel area to the top of my csection scar.

Ive always been a dancer (ballet when young, ballroom during my teens and tradition dancing all through).

I was just thinking of belly dancing for some bizarre reason and the moves, I was wondering if maybe I had go at some lessons I might encourage some feeling back...kinda like using dance for healing...but I really hate my tummy at the moment and am nervous.

I emailed a few people to find out about local classes but I can someone tell me if it will be harder because I have a lack of feeling down there?
Is there any type of belly dancing I should consider?

I think I will just try anyways but it would be good to hear from anyone who has had a similar sort of experience.

Thanks...hoping some experienced ladies can help me out.

Kristi

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bellydance videos

2006-07-26T12:29:27Z

hi everyone, just joined this forum, would like to share my blog with you;)

http://bellydancevideos.blogspot.com

enjoy:)

Michelle

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BDSS in Paris- Costume??

2006-07-04T13:39:03Z

Hi there tribe,

This might be a strange question but I figured the hardcore fans/dancers might know the answer to this one......

In that DVD, Petite Jamila wears a really amazingly beautiful costume. Its Egyptian-themed, with turquiose and orange skirt and papyrus-like symbols on the belt and bra. She wears this during the really cool drum solo part of it, where Sharon Kihara tears it up with Dondi and Ansuya.

Does anyone know where she got that costume? Is it in someone's catalog, or perhaps done by a designer that is well known in the bellydance community?

Thanks everyone!
~Sunayna

PS This topic is posted in a few other tribes as well....trying to cover as many bases as I can to find out :)

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new england anyone?

2006-06-25T21:04:04Z

http://tribes.tribe.net/mabelly
we are starting a tribe for MA and surrounding states, we hope you join in.

And For Leyla Jouvana and Rolands Shows and workshops in New England and The South go here.
http://www.meacshows.com

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sources

2006-06-25T04:44:24Z

Hi. Can anyone recommend a good site for finding, or a pattern for, plus size bell sleeved cholis. I have spoke w/moondance but they do not have my size in at this time, and prob wont for three months. Am also looking for a double layer chiffon skirt. Any help would be great. Will cont looking at ebay... but no luck so far. Thanks.

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Video of BellyDance Performance Artist Jessica

2006-05-11T04:05:22Z

this is not the standard bellydance

http://JessicaDances.monique.blip.tv

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My first class

2006-05-07T21:55:12Z

My first belly dancing class starts monday. Whats a girl to wear?

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PSST CHECK OUT THIS TOUR

2006-04-27T22:08:52Z

The historical Hipdrop Tour features African American Bellydancers across the USA.
The tour starts May 13 in Van Nuys CA

please paypal a ticket at www.hipdrop.com and check out the flyer at www.jessicadances.com and www.nubiandivas.com

Y'ALL COME AROUND NOW YA HEAR!
reply to this post

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Changing/Sharing Teachers

2006-04-24T04:26:11Z

I really like my dance teacher, she has taught me a lot. I live in a small town and the next closest classes are about 45 min away. The only problem I am having is that my teacher seems to be very interested in her always being in the spotlight and not giving the younger dancers any chance to perform so I want to attend another class along with this one so I get a chance to dance. Since it is a small community, I don't want her to hurt her by finding out I am dancing with another teacher as well, but at the same time I don't feel like I can go up to her and tell her all of this. Any advice? Thanks Ladies!

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Sprit of Dance Fort Lauderdale

2006-04-23T17:34:29Z

Is anyone going to the festival in fort lauderdale, the Spirt of the Maja. This is my very first workshop, I am nervous.

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Emergency Bellydance Sale!

2006-04-18T21:29:17Z

Hi Ladies, I am having an emergency sale...
I posted the items on bhuz.com
here is the link so you guys can see the pictures and the prices.

http://www.bhuz.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=18603

Ladies, I appreciate your help and support, I accept Paypal as cash at IsisAmar@aol.com
Thanks for all,

Isis Amar
www.IsisAmar.com

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New Tribe: Bellydancers without Training...

2006-02-18T02:56:59Z

Hey All!

I wanted to invite any of you interested in joining a new tribe. It's for Bellydancers who have not had formal dance training in any other discipline prior to starting in BD! It's going to be a very fun place to kick back and discuss the specific problems, challenges, difficulties, and changes related to never having been a dancer before.

Please feel free to join! Post often! Let's see pictures, listings, costumes... whatever you feel like-

Namaste,

Electra

http://tribes.tribe.net/dancerswithouttraining

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Momo Kadous Denver Workshop & Show 4/22-4/23/06

2006-02-13T23:58:25Z

Dahlia and Turquoise International
proudly present ...

Oasis Dreams 2006
April 22 and 23
Cleo Parker robinson Dance Studio & Theater
119 Park Avenue West, Denver

Starring .....
Direct from Egypt
Internationally Renowned Master Dance Teacher
Momo Kadous

Fabulous Workshops with Momo
Saturday April 22nd
Oriental / Egyptian Choreography with Saidi and Nubian Folklore
Sunday April 23rd
Oriental / Egyptian Cabaret Choreography

Spectacular all Star Show
Saturday Evening April 22nd
Starring Momo Kadous
also featuring Dahlia, El Badree, Jewels of the Nile, Rafiah, Sadie
Rooshana, Natasha and the Silk Road Dance Theater and more!

Exotic Middle Eastern Shopping Bazaar
Saturday & Sunday April 22nd & 23rd
Shop ‘till you drop for all of your belly dance needs.
Costumes, music, finger cymbals, veils, hip scarves
and much more!

Oasis Dreams Special ...... $135 (Pre-Register by April 1st and Save $25)
Includes both Saturday and Sunday Classes and One (1) Saturday Evening Show Ticket
Saturday Workshop / 12:00 to 4:00 pm with short break only / Oriental Choreography with Saidi and Nubian Folkloric ... $65 (Pre-Reg.) $70 (At Door)
Sunday Workshop / 11:00 to 4:00 pm with one hour lunch break /Oriental Egyptian Cabaret Choreography ........... $65 (Pre-Reg.) $70 (At Door)
Saturday Evening All Star Show / 8:00 to 10:00pm / with Momo Kadous and many more! ... $18 (Pre-Reg.) $20 (At Door)

www.bellydancewithdahlia.com e-mail: dahlia3@ecentral.com
Contact Dahlia at 303-886-3291

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New Tribe: "The Singing Bellydancer"

2006-02-12T18:17:42Z

http://tribes.tribe.net/singingbellydancer

This tribe is for singers and Voice students/ professionals who also bellydance. Please come visit!

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Anyone know where I can purchase a Moroccan SENTIR

2006-01-25T17:44:05Z

..............the three string 'bass'
of the Gnawa sect in Morocco?

I saw Fatah in AZA play one tonight and love the Gnawa
recordings and would love to purchase one.

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From the Moderator

2006-01-24T00:25:05Z

Hello Everyone,

I have to confess to all of you. 6-8 months ago when I created this group it was by accident. I couldn't find a bellydance group and so I created one only to find several later. I had since forgotten about this group and didn't realize so many people had joined LOL. Until a recent spam issue was brought to my attention. I have responded in kind and am pleased that so many people have joined. I promise to be more attentive in the future now that I have a clue. I sincerely apologize. If anyone has any questions or comments please feel free to send me a message. Dance well all of you.

Love and Light,
Wesley

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Cds for Sale!

2005-11-19T03:02:14Z

CDs have no scratches and have been listen to once or twice if much. The links will take you to sites where you can read reviews or listen to the tracks.
I always back up my music collection in my pc once I buy it so I don't touch the CDs what so ever
please feel free to email me if any questions isisamar@aol.com
Shipping: $2.00 each CD only with in the USA

1. Ahlan Wa Sahlan Vol. 1 by Raquia Hassan $13
http://www.dahlal.com/new_site/pages/Product_Music.php?Stock=RHAWS01&BigCatName=&CatName=Egyptian&CatID=1181&CategoryID=2&all_IDs=1181%2C

2. Beirut-Cairo with Adam Basma $12
http://www.maqam.com/cgi-bin/cdtest.cgi?category4=belly&page=6

3. A Gift From Cairo! – Musical Archives of Belly Dance Volume 1 $13
http://www.dahlal.com/new_site/pages/Product_Music.php?Stock=HMC+1207&BigCatName=&CatName=Egyptian&CatID=1181&CategoryID=2&all_IDs=1181%2C

4. Fatouma by Sammi Farag $12
http://www.dahlal.com/new_site/pages/Product_Music.php?Stock=SPHCD+133&BigCatName=&CatName=Arabic+American&CatID=1179&CategoryID=2&all_IDs=1179%2C

5. Wash Ya Wash Volume 6 by Yousry Sharif & Mohammed Ali $13
http://www.dahlal.com/new_site/pages/Product_Music.php?Stock=WYW6&BigCatName=&CatName=Egyptian&CatID=1181&CategoryID=2&all_IDs=1181%2C

6. Bellydance with Ranine by Setrak Sarkissian Vol. 17 $12
http://www.dahlal.com/new_site/pages/Product_Music.php?Stock=HMC+1146&BigCatName=&CatName=Lebanese&CatID=1185&CategoryID=2&all_IDs=1185%2C

Ladies, I will really appreciate your help and support, I accept Paypal as cash at IsisAmar@aol.com
Thanks for all,

Isis Amar
www.IsisAmar.com

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khelashi dance tribe

2005-11-16T15:46:27Z

Hi everyone,
I started a new tribe, please join if you like:
http://tribes.tribe.net/khelashidance
It's a fusion group working with different styles of dance (african, belly dance, romany, flamenco) and inviting other artists to join and create new fusions. It also is about belly dance classes and performances in Ireland.
Hope to see you there!
Sandra

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Egyptian Costumes for Sale!!!

2005-10-23T17:49:46Z

Hello Ladies, I am selling 2 of my precious... for detail pics click here www.isisamar.com/Bazaar.htm or you can check out my site as well.

1. One of a kind High End Authentic Egyptian Costume, it has glass beaded fringe of 3 different kind. Is black and gold. I am selling it becasue I think is better off with someone that has bigger hips than me... I am way to small for it. $250
Measures
Cup: 36" C/D or D
belt: 38"

2. Like new Fifi Abdo style Beledi gown: this is a precious gown, I am selling it becuase I got a new one while broke so I need to sell it to balance out. This gown will make you look like and feel like a princess, it comes with gauntlets and crown. $275
Measures
Cup: 34" C to a small D
as per hips it streches... I am a 34" but I know it can fit a 38" or so.

Please feel free to contact me for questions @ isisamar@aol.com
I accept Paypal as cash or money order and shipping only within the USA

Shimmies,

Isis Amar
www.IsisAmar.com

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JORDANIAN DANCE

2005-10-08T15:46:49Z

hi everyone , i need information on dances /styles from Jordan. i know jordanians do dabke, but would they have any stylistic differences in oriental?
do they even do oriental? ( im guessing they do, but that they dont have their own style? maybe soemthign similar to lebanese?)

any info is GREATLY appreciated!!!!!!

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Silent Auction online for benefit

2005-09-27T18:03:53Z

Neena Nour's Silent Auction
Benefit United Cerebral Palsy of Arizona

Is now online. feel free to look at some of the items and see if you would like to bid on anything. Thank you for supporting this event and help make Dances from the East a success. The show is this Friday 9/30 and door open at 6:00pm
Here is the information the this up and coming event.
If there is any questions on this event please feel free to contact Neena
www.neenanour.com
neenanour@yahoo.com

DANCES FROM THE EAST
United Cerebral Palsy of Central AZ

Charity benefit for UCP of Central Arizona and full citizenship of people with disabilities.
Presented by Neena Nour
Mesa Women’s Club, 200 North MacDonald, Mesa, AZ
Friday September 30, 2005
Tickets $10 in advance or $15 at the Door
Doors open at 6pm - Show time 7:30pm
Pre-show Social includes - Vending, silent auction, appetizers, live music by Edric Aziz, Sava Sigh, Abdou Abdullah, and Bruno Bruzzese
and a Belly Dance costume fashion show!!

For tickets, information, or to donate for the silent auction call or e-mail Neena Nour 602-410-3918 neenanour@yahoo.com or NeenaNour.com

Feature: East Indian Classical Dance:
Asha Gopal & Company

Classical Belly dance - Raks Sharki:
Helena Vlahos,
Morgiana & Jazmine Reunion Duet
Mahin,
Melissa,
Neena Nour

Special Guest Percussionist: - Gabby Tawil

E-mail: neenanour@yahoo.com Stay informed at: www.NeenaNour.com

Benefit United Cerebral Palsy of Arizona

Is now online. feel free to look at some of the items and see if you would like to bid on anything. Thank you for supporting this event and help make Dances from the East a success. The show is this Friday 9/30 and door open at 6:00pm
Here is the information the this up and coming event.
If there is any questions on this event please feel free to contact Neena
www.neenanour.com
neenanour@yahoo.com

DANCES FROM THE EAST
United Cerebral Palsy of Central AZ

Charity benefit for UCP of Central Arizona and full citizenship of people with disabilities.
Presented by Neena Nour
Mesa Women’s Club, 200 North MacDonald, Mesa, AZ
Friday September 30, 2005
Tickets $10 in advance or $15 at the Door
Doors open at 6pm - Show time 7:30pm
Pre-show Social includes - Vending, silent auction, appetizers, live music by Edric Aziz, Sava Sigh, Abdou Abdullah, and Bruno Bruzzese
and a Belly Dance costume fashion show!!

For tickets, information, or to donate for the silent auction call or e-mail Neena Nour 602-410-3918 neenanour@yahoo.com or NeenaNour.com

Feature: East Indian Classical Dance:
Asha Gopal & Company

Classical Belly dance - Raks Sharki:
Helena Vlahos,
Morgiana & Jazmine Reunion Duet
Mahin,
Melissa,
Neena Nour

Special Guest Percussionist: - Gabby Tawil

E-mail: neenanour@yahoo.com Stay informed at: www.NeenaNour.com

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San Fran Area?

2005-09-13T18:57:12Z

Hi!
I'm moving to San Francisco in 3 days from Philadelphia. I've been involved with belly dancing (cabaret) for two years now and would love to know the best places to take classes. I am also interested in tribal dancing, so any info on the would be helpful too.
Thanks.

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Bellydance fundraising movement

2005-09-03T03:08:43Z

I'm posting this for a friend...

I've been thinking:
>
>90% of my family lives in New Orleans and the Mississippi Delta. So I have
>been particularly effected by Hurricane Katrina (I haven't heard from my
>brother and his family or my sister and her husband or my older brother, or
>my aunts, uncles nor cousins ). I have been thinking--can we have a
>bellydance fundraising movement (a Movement Movement?) ? I'm thinking
>everybody everywhere dance on a corner in your community with a donation
>basket this weekend for Hurricane Relief. We could Dance for Dollars?? All
>the money can go to the Red Cross.
>
>~Mary Vuong

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Websites

2005-09-01T12:08:22Z

I'm interested in looking at my fellow tribe members' websites! Why don't those of y'all who have one post it, or post one they really love.

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MECDA membership survey

2005-08-30T20:33:28Z

MECDA Membership Survey

Hello all! I’m the new MECDA membership officer and I’ve decided to conduct a survey of MECDA members and non-members in order to better MECDA based on your suggestions. Any questions that you can answer would be a great help. We do not need complete surveys so if there are any questions you would prefer not to answer then feel free to leave them blank. Thank you!
Please send your replies to membership@mecda.org or membership_blaize@direcway.com

For members:
1) What do you think is the best benefit of having a MECDA membership?

2) What sort of changes would you like to see within MECDA?

3) What style of belly dance do you follow?

4) What kind of workshops would you like to attend? What teachers would you like to see brought to your area to teach a workshop?

5) Which MECDA events are you favorite?

6) Would you like to see a themed MECDA event? If so, what type of themes would you like to see?

7) Are you a member of any other belly dance organizations, clubs, groups, etc?

8) Any other comments or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

For non-members:
1) Why haven’t you joined MECDA?

2) Could we add any benefits to membership that would make it worth your while to join?

3) Do you attend MECDA events?

4) What kind of events would you like to see hosted by MECDA?

5) What style of belly dance do you follow?

6) What kind of workshops would you like to attend? What teachers would you like to see brought to your area to teach a workshop?

7) Are you a member of any other belly dance organizations, clubs, groups, etc?

8) Any other comments or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

This survey was created by Blaize-MECDA membership officer to further improve membership services.

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"The Belly Dance Bag" survey :)

2005-08-26T19:00:11Z

Hello fair dancers wherever you are...

I am currently working on a marketing idea for a university project, and I would love your help gathering primary research. If you would please fill out this survey and either post your answers or send them to me via email it would be much appreciated. I am making a few prototypes, and should this idea get good feedback, I am considering making them for sale.

The concept: A tote bag made for and by belly dancers to carry all the tid-bits, odds n’ ends, and variety of costume parts and props that we all lug around to classes and gigs.

The survey is below. If you would like it in Word format, let me know and I will send it to you as an email attachment.

Thank you for any and all input!
-Majida
Columbus, Ohio
majida@raksjahanni.com

Demographics
Gender:_____ Age: _____ Occupation:__________
Married? Y N # Number of Children___
Household Income Level:
 $0.00 - $18,000.00
 $18,001.00 - $27,000.00
 $27,001.00 - $40,000.00
 $40,000.00 and up
Country and Zip Code ______________________

Questions
1. How long have you been bellydancing?

2. Rate your experience level:
 beginning student intermediate student advanced student new professional dancer expert professional dancer

3. What style(s) of belly dance do you practice?

4. What do you always bring with you to a gig?

5. Indicate the items that you carry in your dance bag:
 zills hipscarf safety pins cell phone identification/money dance shoes veil cane sword makeup bedlah/costume candles jewelry CDs tapes other items (please specify)

6. How much would you pay for a bellydance tote bag? (in USD)
 $30.00 $40.00 $50.00 $60.00

7. How much on average do you spend on bellydance items (including lessons) each month?

8. Where do you purchase most of your bellydance items?

Please rate the importance of each factor (1=lower 5=higher)

8. Style. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 3 4 5

9. Quality of Construction . . . . 1 2 3 4 5

10. Ease of Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 2 3 4 5

11. Price . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 3 4 5

12. Purchase Availability. . . . . 1 2 3 4 5

Please list any other information that you feel would be helpful.

THANK YOU!!!

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Bellydance for adolescent girls

2005-08-17T05:29:01Z

Hey all, does anyone know where I can get resources/info on teaching some basic bellydance moves to girls ages 10-14? We're learning moves as part of a unit on middle eastern music and dance in our music classes. Thanks

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Tribal Dreams Festival

2005-08-11T00:53:05Z

Hi everyone! We are currently sending out fliers for Tribal Dreams Festival, November 4, 5, & 6, 2005 in Lincoln, NE. This three day extravaganza will feature Jazille and Drazsica of Domba!, Zafira Dance Company, Mezdulene, Jeremiah Soto of Solace, Rachel Lazerus Soto of Blue Damsels, Barbara of In Your Dreams and More! Please let me know if you would like a flier!

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Omaha welcomes Rania, August 6

2005-08-01T18:38:13Z

Hi, raks enthusiasts! Just wanted to let everyone know that my troupe, Diva Soma will be hosting Rania this weekend for a workshop and show.

The workshop will be at UNOmaha's Fine Arts Theater, with registration beginning at 9 a.m. Cost is $70 at the door. Rania will teach a comparison/contrast between the Turkish & Egyptian styles in the morning and a drum solo choreography in the afternoon.

The show, "Casbah on the Prairie", will feature many of the workshop students and performances by Rania. It is at the Strauss Performing Arts Center, also on the UNOmaha campus at 7 p.m. Cost is $12/Adult, $9 ages 13-18, Free for children under 13.

If you have questions, please feel free to e-mail me, "Magdalene", at diva_soma@yahoo.com or download a workshop flyer at www.divasoma.com

Thanks and happy dancing!

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Need Tribe.net buttons to identify each other!

2005-07-31T01:58:40Z

I'm cross-posting this to the bellydance tribes.

We really should have some kind of tribe button with our id on it, so when we go to workshops and shows we can identify each other. Any thoughts?

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Injured Dancer must sell Tribal Quest Northwest classes

2005-07-29T22:23:20Z

Due to a back injury and two recent surgeries, I will not be physicaly fit to take classes I have paid for for TQNW 2005 in Portland Oregon. Anyone interested in the following classes please contact Marty @ Caravan Studio (503) 287-1794 or e-mail me Angela at Aratia@msn.com

Thursday 4 Aug 4-6 PM Tribal Workout & Snappy combos with Paulette
Saturday 6 Aug 10-12PM Tribal Styling with Gypsies Carol and Michele
Saturday 6 Aug 1-3 PM Urban Tribal Combos with Urban Tribal
Sunday 7 Aug 2-4 PM Sword Techinques with Zafira

All classes are $30.00. When contacting Marty let her know Angela sent ya...

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PURE in DC 9/24 & 9/25! (X post)

2005-07-14T16:18:52Z

PURE Weekend highlights include the following:

• September 24th: 10 - 3pm. PURE workshop.

• September 24th: 4 - 5 pm. PURE participates in a panel on arts and activism at the national Green Festival.

• September 24th: TBD: Hafla!!!

• September 25th: 10 am. PURE Procession on the Mall, along national monuments and historic sites.

•What is PURE?

Public Urban Ritual Experiment (PURE) is a collective of dancers and musicians who have come together to share their love of dance and music with the public for the purpose of healing and peace. With branches around the country, PURE is meant to inspire individuals to reflect on what they can do in the spirit of peace. Each gesture, small or large, contributes to the strength and solidarity we can build in our local and global communities. Go to www.puredance.org for more information.

•Can I participate if I have never taken a PURE workshop before?

Sure! That is why PURE will be having a workshop on Saturday, the 24th, from 10 am- 3pm. At this workshop you will learn what you need to know in order to participate in the procession on Sunday, the 25th! Click here for more information, and to register.

•Can I take the workshop and not join the procession?

Sure! The PURE workshop will be a wonderful opportunity to learn a unique movement vocabulary, as well as an opportunity to dance for a purpose! Whether or not you can make the procession, you are welcome to learn the PURE format, which will unite you with other dancers across the country.

•What if I'm already a PURE member?

If you are already a PURE member, you do not need to take the workshop again. Just come and participate in the procession, the green festival, the UFPJ rally and all of the other events in Washington DC that weekend.

•Where should I stay if I'm coming in from out of town?

We will do our best to find free accommodations for everyone coming in from out of town. Make sure you fill out the information form so that we are aware of your housing needs. Thank you!

http://tribalfusionbellydance.com/PURE.html

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Julie tried to post this:

2005-07-14T15:48:10Z

> Hi there. I was just going to post to you on
> your thread on the Belly Dance board, but
> apparently fate or the Internet ether is
> determined that I shouldn't, so I've just
> decided to write to you directly. Twice now
> I've tried to post and it keeps getting eaten,
> so my writer's imagination is starting to think
> that someone out there is trying to tell me
> something. What, I don't know, but something. :
> P So while my belief in Murphy's Law says that
> this message will also get eaten, the stubborn
> part of me has made it my mission to say what I
> have to say. :P And lest you get the wrong
> impression, I'm not trying to hit on you. I'm
> married, which means that while I'd love to be
> able to hit on you, I can't. :P
>
> So here goes: Gregory, you're a drummer, a
> reenactor, a soldier, and a poet. How much
> better can you get? Drumming makes you
> appealing to dancers. A reenactor--hello, men
> with swords always make my little rennie heart
> go pitter pat, so I know that any woman with any
> sense (read, an interest in history and/or
> reenacting) would dig that. And a soldier and
> poet? Helloooo... :P
>
> So it sounds to me like your biggest problem is
> your lack of self-confidence/shyness. As
> someone whose brain shuts down when she gets
> nervous, I know all about this. I consider
> myself very shy (my friends laugh when I say
> this), but I've learned to fake it. :P Like I
> have to tell you that writing this letter to a
> perfect stranger makes my shy side cringe. :P
> But I'm also a very determined person, so that
> kinda balances it out. Quite honestly, if my
> post hadn't been eaten twice, I wouldn't be
> writing this now.
>
> But anyway, back to my point, I've learned to
> fool other people into thinking I'm not shy by
> girding my proverbial loins and forcing myself
> to do things I'm scared to death of if only
> because if I don't, I'll never know what
> could've been. So I fake it--not myself, just
> courage. And if you can handle an Iraqi warzone,
> you can handle the dating zone. Just keep
> reminding yourself that a woman shooting you
> down is nowhere near as potentially permanent as
> an Iraqi with a gun. :)
>
> Take care, stay away from bad guys with guns,
> and good luck in your search for your very own
> belly dancer. :)
>
> Julie
> <who feels like a complete idiot for not just
> trying again on the board, but who's just too
> damned stubborn to not put in her 2 cents :P>

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New Amani of Lebanon Tribe!

2005-07-09T14:46:10Z

Come join us!

http://tribes.tribe.net/c9b67f06-02c1-4576-ab03-6428cf2b8629?r=10389

Katya xoxo

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Dancer for LA show 7/16

2005-07-08T16:15:25Z

Hi,

I'm producing a show July 16th in Los Angeles and I need to find a dancer for an unusal number. It's for an evening of "paramedical cabaret" put together by my group, Art of Bleeding (see www.artofbleeding.com). The dance has something to do with demonstrating the heimlich maneuver actually.... ah, these shows are hard to explain, but funny in a dark way. I have music, costume elements, projections. Please contact me if interested in more details!

Thanks!

Al
info@artofbleeding.com

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NEED HELP GETTING STARTED

2005-07-05T16:18:03Z

hey i know that this has probably been said a thousand times, but i would really like to learn to bellydance, and also about the culture it comes from. i'm a poor college student so I know my options are going to be limtied but any help would be great!!!

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Alaska ATS?

2005-06-27T22:52:40Z

Hey are there any ATS belly dancers in Fairbanks? I heading that way and just wondered what the dance scene was like.

Lusha

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What I saw in the Front Row this week

2005-06-27T16:44:44Z

So I'm new to tribe but not to belly dance, and I just wanted to share this with you from this weekend. I posted this to another community already.

I had the privilege of going to a dance competition this weekend with one of my friends; it was one of the first I had been to though not the first dance performance I had been to. There were some great dancers then there were some really scary dancers.

I have to ask everyone here the following, if your skirt is see-through would you wear an under skirt or at least Underwear?

I mean come on its common courtesy is it not? I would think it was personally.

Now I'm giving the dancer the benefit of the doubt. I will state that maybe she "didn’t" realize that you could see her "Poononi" though her skirt and every time she turned you got an eyeful of her untrimmed area. But my god wouldn’t you at least check in the mirror before going onstage? or even at home?

I am sure I am not the only one who was "scandalized" and "shocked" by the blanket lack of consideration to the people that might be watching her. Didn’t she realize that People so didn’t want to see her ass cheeks and her Crotch? I mean lord that is just nasty man. I have been taught that Belly dance should not be seen like strippers but doesn’t it make it hard to believe that when girls are still doing that shit like it's cool and totally appropriate?

I mean damn, I so didn’t need to see that. If I wanted to watch strippers I would have gone to the titty bar instead of to a dance competition.

Good lord for the love of god if your going to not wear undies in a performance at least make sure you can't see your black hair though the skirt your wearing. At the very least make sure you trim the jungle, because that shit is just scary.

No wonder we have such a hard time getting people to take belly dance seriously.

Well that’s my view from the Front Row. What's everyone else’s?

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Does anyone know

2005-06-15T16:30:22Z

If there are Suhaila style teachers in the San Jose Area?

I have taken workshops with Suhaila and really enjoyed her teaching style. Unfortunately because of my hectic work schedule and life I cannot make it up to Suhaila's classes. I am interested in finding a Suhaila-esk style teacher in the South Bay.

I was hoping someone could shed some light on any teachers that can help me in the meantime?

Bright Blessings,

Azura

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New to group

2005-06-14T18:21:10Z

Hi I have long wanted to learn belly dancing but so many things get in the way, I was looking through the posts and saw that there are videos to learn from. That's interesting, does any one know where to order them. I live in the country and I think the nearest place to learn belly dancing is 60 miles away so I could try with the videos first. Also I would like to learn more about costumes because my belly is very scarred with deep strech marks from pregnancy and I wonder if there are different types of costumes, like a Vshape that would cover the middle to above the belly button and leave the sides open? I would appreciate any help.

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today is hump day....

2005-05-23T06:43:15Z

in the world of musee.....

i am getting ready to go do oue mid-run performance. we have 3 1/2 weeks left. so if you like desert sin, or belly dancing, or scantiliy clad girls, or female empowerment, or....... just a big, fun night out on the town, come see us!

Desert Sin presents "Musee des Femmes – Tales of the Grotesque & Arabesque"

A carnival spectacle retelling the tales of some of the boldest, sexiest, most intriguing women of history & fiction. An emotional & human twist on fantastic characters you thought you knew. A spectacular fusion of dance and theater.
Musee des Femmes ran 6 sold out nights at the historic Ivar Theater in Hollywood, 2004.

May 6th- June 12th
Fri, Sat, Sun 8pm
Ivar Theatre
1605 Ivar
Hollywood, 90028

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I just want to say

2005-05-17T23:00:11Z

This tribe has the nicest people in it. Everyone is so helpful and encouraging.

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PSSSSSSSST................OVER HERE...........

2005-04-25T08:27:18Z

Check out this *NEW* Tribe Belly Dance message board!!

www.bellygroove.com/messageboard

;)

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What does it mean to be a Tribal woman

2005-04-22T16:14:56Z

This is a question I have been wrestling with lately and I would love some input from you. What does it mean to be a "Tribal" woman? What does it mean to be a member of a "Tribe"? What does it mean to you and why?

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