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Midwest Bellydance Challenge LINEUP (8/23) IL

Kimahri — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 19:32:09 GMT

The following are the contestants for the 2008 Midwest Bellydance Challenge in the order that they will perform on Saturday August 23rd in Elmhurst IL! Full event details and advance price daytime event wristbands and evening finals tickets are available on www. shimmychicago.com

*~*~*~GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE CONTESTANTS!~*~*~*

STUDENT CATEGORY
1. Stephanie Holz (IL)
2. Roxanne DiLegge (IL)
3. Nasim (WI)
4. Debra Adamson (IL)
5. Galiah Lavan (IL)
6. Lisha (IL)
7. Danielle Orell (CA)

TROUPE CATEGORY
1. Ashar Dance Company (WI)
2. Gaia Rising (IL)
3. Zephyra (IL)
4. Safiya Dafiya (IL)
5. Hellacious Hips (IL)
6. Ro-He (IL)
7. Seven Wonders (IL)

TRIBAL SOLOIST CATEGORY
1. Mia (MI)
2. Marci Ann (IL)
3. Nicky Shek (IL)
4. Mae the Bellydancer (IL)
5. Laura Riebock (IL)
6. Jezminda (IL)
7. Karen Hersh (IL)
8. Ayperi (WI)
9. Jeanette (WI)
10. Mahela (WI)

PRO CABARET SOLOST CATEGORY SEMIFINALISTS
1. Malaika (IA)
2. Arielle Leger (WI)
3. Ariel (IL)
4. Tipsuda Bahri (NJ)
5. Galatea (WI)
6. Shahina (IL)
7. Nandi (MO)
8. Amanda Rose (AZ)
9. Kahina (WI)
10. Drea (IL)
11. Mariah (OH)
12. Andreana (IL)
13. Mirah Ammal (MN)
14. Shara (MO)
15. Brea Morgaine (MN)
16. Magdalene (NE)

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Best Chicago Vendors???

his_zina — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:22:07 GMT

I may be headed to Chicago in a couple of months and was wondering which are the best vendors? In the near future I'm looking to buy a long fringe belt, a bell sleeve tie top, and maybe a tribal choli. If there's somewhere I can see, touch, try on, that would be great!

Thanks much.

z

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Update: Sharon Moore in Indianapolis

Akilah — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:13:39 GMT

The information and registration page is now available on Black Rose Caravan's site:

http://www.blackrosecaravan.com/workshop2008.html

Please join us on Nov. 1, 2008 as we host Sharon Moore (http://www.mandalatribal.com/welcome), co-director of inFusion Tribal for two workshops!

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Midwest Tribal Mafia registration is OPEN!

leize — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 03:01:43 GMT

come one, come all, come on over!
The 'family' is having a gathering - we expect your attendance. We expect 'representatives' from all the family syndicates to put in an appearance.
www.midwesttribalmafia.com
Be there or else......

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x-post: Will I see you at Saqra Workshop?

divasoma — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 20:46:18 GMT

I'm getting excited for the Saqra workshop that Della is hosting in September!!! If you haven't heard about it, follow this link:

http://www.delladancing.com/saqra.html

I am especially excited because the workshop topics are all things that I believe are fundamentals, but that it seems hard to find classes about them. This is definitely a great opportunity!!!

So... are you going?

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Moria Bootcamp Carpool (IL)

Frank — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 03:27:42 GMT

Howdy-do folks!!! Anybody from the Chicago area going to the Moria Boot Camp workshops at the end of the month in Elgin? If so, does anyone have some room for a tall, lanky, bellydancing dude, who is willing to pitch for some gas & coffee?

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The Frank-tASStic Avenger

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Add Indiana Bellydance related events!!!

Jonathan Silpayamanant — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 19:46:47 GMT

Add Indiana Bellydance related events!!!

http://indianabellydancers.ning.com/events

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Are you coming to Urban Gypsy's Workshop??? I'll be there ~ learning, performing & vending!

Akasha — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 04:36:12 GMT

Spots still available in all four awesome workshops from Urban Gypsy on July 26-27 in Minneapolis. Price is a steal at $35 each. Register now!!! Go to www.mszuza.info/UGregistration.htm for a registration form.

Schedule

Saturday, July 26

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Gahwazee Influenced Improv
Take the dance back to its roots! Inspired by the folk dances of Upper Egypt, Urban Gypsy brings you a "brand new" (but really old!) vocabulary of sassy and earthy movement combinations from their time spent with the Gahwazee and folk dancers in Cairo last year. Hearken back to the days of dancing in the desert with Urban Gypsy. Don't forget your zills!

2 - 4 p.m. - Troupe Synchronicity
Learn some tricks to make different body types, different strength levels, long legs, short legs, long or short torsos ALL look enough alike to paint a total picture. You will to take home some exercises to help make you more aware of the differences and to help get you in sync with your dance partners!

8 p.m. - Ms. Zuza's Belly Bonanza featuring Urban Gypsy and regional dance talent (details at the end of post)

Sunday, July 27

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Sharp and Funky Movements with Sahira
Using funky pops, locks & intense isolations to create a modern urban flair in your dance. Usable on the stage or in your favorite club.

2 - 4 p.m. - The Joy of Poi: Fireless Fire Spinning*
Basic poi technique and transitions for the belly dancer. No fire will be used in class.

* Practice poi can be purchased at many online stores, including www.homeofpoi.com/. Or, make your own using 2 tennis balls and a pair of strong stockings (the thick, opaque kind) or tube socks.

Mark your calendars now!

Ms Zuza's "supa-dupa" Belly Bonanza
July 26, 2008, 8 pm
Tickets $10 each

Four Seasons Dance Studio
1637 Hennepin Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Featuring special guests Urban Gypsy (Houston, TX)

Contact Ms. Zuza via PM or at mszuza@yahoo.com if interested in purchasing tickets in advance.

See you at the show!

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Sahira Zedare in Bloomington, IN, 7/19/08

AnnS — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:28:02 GMT

Dark Side Tribal is pleased to present:

SNAP - SHIMMY - POP
Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Workshops and Show with Sahire Zedaré

Saturday July 19
Bloomington, IN

Workshop Schedule and Fees:
Jazz Fusion Workshop:
10:30 am - noon
$25 ($30 day of)

Ah, jazz dance. This was Sahira's first love, and fortunately, it fuses very well with bellydance. In this workshop students learn some basic jazz technique including large isolations and torso accents,spins, and new ways to travel across the floor. Jazz is very energetic, so you'll get a great workout along with new ways to spice up your bellydance! This workshop is for students with some dance experience.

Snap, Shimmy, Pop:
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$35 ($40 day of)

This technique workshop focuses on small isolations, shimmy layering, and popping/locking. It's all about your muscles! We begin with a muscle-intensive warmup, where Sahira highlights which muscles should be working for which moves. Then you'll learn a variety of sharp isolations throughout the torso, culminating in a short tribal fusion choreography. This workshop is taught at the intermediate/advanced level.

Both Workshops cost $50 ($60 day of)

Workshop Location:
the Dance Center at 223 South Pete Ellis Dr. in Bloomington, IN

Registration:
Please include name, address, phone, email, and name(s) of workshop(s).

By Paypal: Make payable to darksidetribaldance@gmail.com.

By check: Make check payable to

Heather Pund
4620 South State Road 446
Bloomington, IN 47401

Registration day of: by cash or check only.

Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Dance Concert
featuring Sahira, Dark Side Tribal and ...*

Saturday July 19
7:30 - 9:00 pm

Fine Arts Building, room 015
Indiana University Campus
Bloomington, Indiana

Concert Admission:
$8 ($5 with student ID)

* Dancers and Troupes interested in performing in the evening concert, please email us at
darksidetribaldance@gmail.com

Performer Information: Soloists would be expected to register in at least one workshop. For troupes, half the members must to register in at least one workshop each.

See http://www.darksidetribal.com or email darksidetribaldance@gmail.com for more information.

Sahira Zedaré is the director of Synergy Rhythm and Dance and the Synergy Sirens in Bloomington-Normal, IL. Sahira has over twenty-five years of training and performance experience in many dance forms, beginning with jazz, tap, and modern. In recent years she has also devoted her energies to bellydance,a dance of deep beauty and boundless joy. Sahira dances to embody the music and entertain the audience, as each performance provides an opportunity to be an ambassador for this art form. Her main styles are Raqs Sharqi and Fusion, mixed with her background in jazz and modern dance, as well as new training in popping, hip hop, and West African dance.

Sahira has enjoyed performances across the country and in Europe. In her first (and thus far only) competition appearance in 2007, Sahira was named the Bellydancer USA Alternative Music Pro People's Choice. An active performance schedule, lots of travel, and a brand new studio keep her very busy!

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If coming to Topeka, KS

his_zina — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:56:35 GMT

Please be sure to visit us at http://tribes.tribe.net/rakstopeka to inquire about drop-in classes, special workshops, or other events which may be of interest to you.

Until then...

Zina

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Building a music community? (x-post)

haflagirl — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:45:52 GMT

Tribal Revolution has just wrapped up and we had melody classes (taught by the lovely Melissa Murphey of Ishtar) for the first time. They were a hit! We also had a TON of live music with Carmine Guida, August Herr from Mezmer Society, and Gaiananda. It was a total blast and it got me thinking.....

How many of you or folks you know who play an instrument would be interested in a couple of music-focused events in the Chicago area? All would be welcome to bring whatever instrument you play, Middle-Eastern or not and learn songs and ensemble skills. There'd be classes in drumming at different levels and melody making from playing basic tunes to playing a taqsim. In the evening we'd have a "jaslah," which is Melissa's term for a more music focused hafla.... a real jam session with open dancing but no dance performing.

I'm thinking I might do this a few times a year to create a musical series and build a Midwestern music community to go along with our booming dance community. All of the above named entities are interested in making this happen, but I can't bring them all here if nobody's coming to the workshops and jaslah!

How 'bout it Chi-town and beyond? Interested?

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"Raqs Nebraska" tribe replaces NBDS tribe

divasoma — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 17:04:59 GMT

My “Nebraska Bellydance Spectacular” tribe was just kind of hanging out collecting dust, (as the event happens only once a year) so I thought I’d change it up to be a little more useful.

That tribe is now “Raqs Nebraska”. My intent is for it to be a place for people to find classes, shows, workshops, etc. here in our state, which has a beautifully-emerging, diverse bellydance community!

Hope you enjoy it! Here’s the link http://tribes.tribe.net/raqsnebraska

If you were a member of the NBDS tribe, you are already included in this revamped tribe.

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Sharon Moore in Indianapolis

celeste_isabelle — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:28:43 GMT

Save the date!

On November 1, 2008, Black Rose Caravan will be hosting a workshop with Sharon Moore (http://www.mandalatribal.com), co-director of inFusion Tribal Bellydance, from Seattle. Watch www.blackrosecaravan.com for event details as they become available.

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A Summer Day with the Synergy Sirens, Bloomington-Normal IL

sahirazedare — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 20:08:38 GMT

Join the Synergy Sirens for a day of mini-workshops and a high-energy evening show. Workshop topics include: SunMoon Yoga, Balletfusion, Balancing Baskets, and Sassy Tribal. Workshops start at 11am and go 'til 5pm, at the NEW Synergy RaD Studio, 510 E Washington St, Suite 216.

At 8pm the Synergy Sirens hit the stage for a dynamic summer dance concert in the Fell Room at UUBN. Join us for a high energy show with a fabulous array of bellydance styles! You will see Egyptian style, veil, Isis wings, tribal fusion, jazz fusion, scimitar, and Turkish 9/8 fusion. Come see the Sirens at our best, with special guest performer Ahavaha.

More information at www.synergyrad.com/summerday.html

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belly dance bra and belt for sale

bellydancecostumesbytc — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:29:55 GMT

This is a hand made costume. Both bra and belt are lined. The bra will fit a 34 C. The bra is very sturdy will hold it's shape well.
This costume will work great for new students, hobbyist, class recitals, parties photos and performances.
This is an original one of a kind costume. May see photos in my pics on page 1.

The bra will fit a 34 C. The bra cups are covered in a pink colored fabric with pink bugle beads sewn into the fabric. The bra is trimmed in a gold sequin gimp trim. The bra has beaded fringe made from pink seed beads that hangs about 4 3/4 inches long in groups of three .The neck straps are about 34 inches long and tie in a criss cross manner with D rings. The side panels are covered in a pink color velvet fabric(as well as the neck straps I would like to add) The side panels have D rings attach to the ends to add closure for the bra. The is bra is lined and very sturdy will hold it's shape.

The belt is cover in the same pink beaded fabric and gold trim as the bra cups. . The belt is one piece and is a tie front as if it were a hip sash . (has a bit more weight to it than a hip sash) The belt has an elastic casing in the back that can be gather to help with a better fit around the hips for a dancer with curves. The belt is 35 inches long. The belt will fit a small to medium . the belt can be sized down before I send it if you would like it smaller. The fringe is made from pink colored seed beads like on the bra and is about 5 3/4 inches long. This is a nice set sparkles well in light and good movement with the fringe Email with any questions and more photos. This set is 50.00 plus 8.00 shipping in US . will also ship international email for rates

TC

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Rose Harden Workshop July 2 in Elgin (Chicago)

haflagirl — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 16:34:51 GMT

ROSE HARDEN WORKSHOP
WEDNESDAY JULY 2! 6-9pm
The Centre of Elgin Heritage Ballroom
100 Symphony Way in Elgin, IL
This three hour workshop is $50 in advance, $55 at the door.

Visit www.rakschristina.com/rose.html for all the details and to register!

Enhance and deepen your understanding of tribal fusion belly dance fundamentals and the juicy movements that make up this beautiful dance . This exciting workshop will include Rose's signature Dance Core Integration material, guaranteed to rock your core, refine your technique and take your dancing to the next level. we will explore technique drills and combos that incorporate layering, shimmies, locks and slinky slow movements that form the foundation of tribal fusion. You will also learn a short choreography that highlights Rose's dynamic approach to contemporary fusion belly dance.

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Costumes for Sale

Maibe — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 01:13:17 GMT

http://maibe.livejournal.com/14283.html?mode=reply

Halp! I need monies for this year's show costuming! Here are two costumes and one cover-up for sale. I am very willing to consider trade and partial trade, particularly for an assuit dress or hipscarves!

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2008 Midwest Bellydance Challenge 8/23 (IL) UPDATE

Kimahri — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:05:23 GMT

The preparations for the 2nd Annual Midwest Bellydance Challenge
sponsored by Shimmy Chicago LLC are well underway and I'm so excited
about this year's competition! I'm delighted to announce that ALL
CATEGORIES have met the minimum registration and will run.

Dancers from IL, WI, MO, MI, IA, MN, NE, OH, and NJ have registered!
Registration remains open through July 15th at shimmychicago.com for
those still wishing to join the fun!

Entered so far:
Student Soloist-- 5 contestants ($250 dance scholarship and trophies)
Tribal Soloist-- 8 contestants ($250 cash prize, sash and trophies)
Troupe-- 5 troupes (trophies for all troupe members)
Pro Cabaret Soloist-- 14 contestants ($500 cash prize, sash, tiara,and
trophies)

The troupe, student soloist, tribal soloist events and pro cabaret
soloist (preliminary round) will be held Saturday August 23rd from
10:00am-5:00pm at Immanuel Lutheran School in Elmhurst, IL. Advance price
admission at shimmychicago.com is only $10 ($15 at the door) for a FULL DAY of
great dance performances and shopping!! Come cheer on your favorites and vote
for the People's Choice Awards!

The finals of the pro cabaret soloist category will be Saturday night
in an exciting show that will feature the winners of the student
soloist/troupe/tribal soloist and other guest artists. The Saturday
7:00pm show will be held at the Mario Parente (formerly Anderson
Theater) in Oakbrook Terrace. Advance price tickets are $20 online
($30 at the door) for this amazing evening of dance!

Vendors and volunteers I WANT YOU! An update is coming soon to
shimmychicago.com with hotel/motel info, "meet the judges" and more!

~~Kimahri

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X-POST: Spots still avail for Urban Gypsy in Minneapolis!

zuza — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:44:00 GMT

Spots still available in all four awesome workshops from Urban Gypsy on July 26-27 in Minneapolis. Price is a steal at $35 each. Register now!!! Go to www.mszuza.info/UGregistration.htm for a registration form.

Schedule

Saturday, July 26

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Gahwazee Influenced Improv
Take the dance back to its roots! Inspired by the folk dances of Upper Egypt, Urban Gypsy brings you a "brand new" (but really old!) vocabulary of sassy and earthy movement combinations from their time spent with the Gahwazee and folk dancers in Cairo last year. Hearken back to the days of dancing in the desert with Urban Gypsy. Don't forget your zills!

2 - 4 p.m. - Troupe Synchronicity
Learn some tricks to make different body types, different strength levels, long legs, short legs, long or short torsos ALL look enough alike to paint a total picture. You will to take home some exercises to help make you more aware of the differences and to help get you in sync with your dance partners!

8 p.m. - Ms. Zuza's Belly Bonanza featuring Urban Gypsy and regional dance talent

Sunday, July 27

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Sharp and Funky Movements with Sahira
Using funky pops, locks & intense isolations to create a modern urban flair in your dance. Usable on the stage or in your favorite club.

2 - 4 p.m. - The Joy of Poi: Fireless Fire Spinning*
Basic poi technique and transitions for the belly dancer. No fire will be used in class.

* Practice poi can be purchased at many online stores, including www.homeofpoi.com/. Or, make your own using 2 tennis balls and a pair of strong stockings (the thick, opaque kind) or tube socks.

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Valizan ATS Workshop in Dayton OCT 3rd & 4th

Tavi — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 02:59:27 GMT

Valizan in Dayton October 4th & 5th

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

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

Day One $45.00
Day Two $25.00

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

Belly Boo Bash $15.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Moria Chappell workshop registration is UP!

haflagirl — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:23:47 GMT

We told you to save the date, now you can register for the workshops!! Here's the info:

Blue Lotus Tribe and Bellydance Superstars bring you:
Two day Tribal Bellydance Bootcamp and show with Moria Chappell

Workshop Location:
Gould Academy of Dance Arts
732 W. Chicago St. in Elgin, IL

Times and prices:
Workshops will run from 10am-3pm with an hour break for lunch
One day of workshops is $70 or you can get both days for $130 in advance
At the door day rate is $80. Both days $150.

Show Location:
The Centre of Elgin Heritage Ballroom
100 Symphony Way in Elgin, IL

Times and Prices:
Saturday evening 8:00 (doors open at 7:30)
Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door

All the details and registration info (as well as a sneakypeeky of our new website design) are at http://www.bluelotustribe.org/events.html

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X-Post: Ms. Zuza's Belly Bonanza - July 26!!

zuza — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:59:30 GMT

Mark your calendars now!

Ms Zuza's "supa-dupa" Belly Bonanza
July 26, 2008, 8 pm
Tickets $10 each

Four Seasons Dance Studio
1637 Hennepin Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Featuring special guests Urban Gypsy (Houston, TX)

Contact Ms. Zuza via PM or at mszuza@yahoo.com if interested in purchasing tickets in advance.

See you at the show!

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Sadie, Souhail Kaspar, Outi of Cairo at The Austin Belly Dance Convention, June 13-15

Candy — Mon, 19 May 2008 02:38:49 GMT

Don't miss the belly dance event of the year at Bahaia's HOT Seminar's Austin Belly Dance Convention, June 13th through 15th, featuring SADIE, SOUHAIL KASPAR, Outi of Cairo, Sa'diyya, Tamra Henna, Brandy Bollin, Bahaia, and LIVE MUSIC with Souhail Kaspar and
Samer Issa and the Amwaj band!

And to help you make it to the event of the year, the RED HOT DEAL (the entire weekend for one low price) and the DRUMMER'S DEAL (all
the drum classes with SOUHAIL KASPAR for one low price) has been extended until midnight Friday, May 23rd!

This ain't no supercenter discount store-sized seminar.....class sizes are truly limited, so you have to act fast before we sell out! Information about the Red HOT Deal, the Drummer's Deal, shows, classes, lodging and more can be found at
http://www.austinbellydance.eventbrite.com.

Don't miss the biggest belly dance event in Central Texas history with unforgettable performances and priceless instruction with masters of belly dance and the doumbek! In addition to belly dance classes with SADIE and drum classes with the Grammy-nominated SOUHAIL KASPAR, there'll be:
- a gala show SOUHAIL KASPAR, SADIE, Bahaia and special guests, and live music with Souhail Kaspar, Samer Issa and The Amwaj Band from Houston; and
- belly dance classes with Outi of Cairo, Sa'diyya, Tamra Henna, Brandy Bollin, Bahaia; and
- the Heart of Texas Belly Dance Contest; and
- performances from belly dancers from across the nation; and
- shopping with vendors (including special merchandise and sales for that weekend only!); and
- henna tattoos, and more!

Have questions? Drop me a line at abdc@bahaia.com.

About the Instructors
*Sadie www.sadiebellydancer.com
*Souhail Kaspar www.neareastmusic.com
Outi www.outiofcairo.com
Brandy Bollin www.tribalevolution.com
Sa'diyya www.sadiyyadance.com
Tamra Henna www.tamrahennatx.com
Mehndi by Marcy www.mehndibymarcy.com
Bahaia www.bahaia.com

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X-Post: Urban Gypsy Reduced Price Deadline - June 16

zuza — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 03:07:23 GMT

Just a reminder to everyone that the deadline to get Urban Gypsy workshops for $30 each is fast approaching! Registration forms should be postmarked June 16 or sooner.

Below is the workshop list. For registration form, visit www.mszuza.info/UGregistration.htm

Hope to see you soon!

Saturday, July 26

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Gahwazee Influenced Improv
Take the dance back to its roots! Inspired by the folk dances of Upper Egypt, Urban Gypsy brings you a "brand new" (but really old!) vocabulary of sassy and earthy movement combinations from their time spent with the Gahwazee and folk dancers in Cairo last year. Hearken back to the days of dancing in the desert with Urban Gypsy. Don't forget your zills!

2 - 4 p.m. - Troupe Synchronicity
Learn some tricks to make different body types, different strength levels, long legs, short legs, long or short torsos ALL look enough alike to paint a total picture. You will to take home some exercises to help make you more aware of the differences and to help get you in sync with your dance partners!

Sunday, July 27

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Sharp and Funky Movements with Sahira
Using funky pops, locks & intense isolations to create a modern urban flair in your dance. Usable on the stage or in your favorite club.

2 - 4 p.m. - The Joy of Poi: Fireless Fire Spinning
Basic poi technique and transitions for the belly dancer. No fire will be used in class.
* Practice poi can be purchased at many online stores, including www.homeofpoi.com/. Or, make your own using 2 tennis balls and a pair of strong stockings (the thick, opaque kind) or tube socks.

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Vending at Tribal Journeys

tribal_by_nature — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 02:03:38 GMT

There will be vending at Tribal Journeys. We are delighted to bring to you The Red Camel, Zaghareet Magazines nominee for the Best Vendor for 2008!

http://redcamel.net

We also welcome Once In a Blue Moon, makers of metal bra cups and related accessories.

http://tribes.tribe.net/onceinabluemoon

Even if you are not able to attend the workshop, drop by Spazio's Westport to purchase all of your tribal goodies!!

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Sun June 8: Delsarte for Dancers returns to Louisville!

Maura — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 23:46:32 GMT

Samovar Dance LLC presents:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Tribal Fusion Belly Dance @ Blueberry Hill - June 7th

tribal_by_nature — Sat, 31 May 2008 19:06:09 GMT

I am SO PSYCHED!!! Teresa and Mel will be in St. Louis next week!! Lelelelelelele-Yip!!

The performance at Blueberry Hill is gonna rock!! Not only are Teresa and Mel going to perform TWICE, but we except the extraordinary talents of:

-Brandy (New York, NY)
-The Dragonflies (Columbia, MO)
-Layla Bint Ali (Kansas City, MO)
-M'Chelle DeMars (Kansas City, MO)
-Sakinah Ali (St. Louis, MO)
-Sofyah (St. Louis, MO)
-Somra El Nubia (St. Louis, MO)
-Swazi (St. Louis, MO)

...more performers to be announced!! : )

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Kami Liddle in Tulsa, OK

Afsana — Thu, 29 May 2008 23:25:27 GMT

Saturday, June 7, 2008
Shadia Dahlal Belly Dance Academy
more info. http://www.shadia.com
or shadia@shadia.com

9am registration
918-361-5386 or 918-252-2983

please, let her know if you are interested. We are having trouble meeting our goal of sign-ups.
Thanks,
Afsana

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COLLECTIVE SOUL MIDWEST 23-25JUNE!!!!!

leize — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:44:56 GMT

There are still a few spots left. Complete registration and course info is on our website: http://www.rakhshanda.com/Collectivesoulmidwest.htm

Hurry before there is no space left. Space for this certification intensive is EXTREMELY limited, and the chance to work with Paulette in person near your home is priceless!!!!!!

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SF Mecca Immersion--Come pilgrimage to where it all began..Aug. 8-12th

debrubin — Mon, 26 May 2008 19:57:02 GMT

Hi Ladies!!
I'd love for some midwest dancers to be able to come and represent! Being a chicago-girl born and raised, and then transplanted out here to the bay area many years ago.... it'd feel like a lil bit of home cookin to have some midwest tribal dancers in the house!!
Pls. let me know if you have any questions. I have decided to offer group/troupe discounts for out of town dancers, to cut down on travel costs. I really feel passionate about this event and getting the material out there, so i'd love to be able to make it accessible to you.
email me at deb@sfmeccaimmersion.com for more info on that.

The daily schedule of events for SF MECCA IMMERSION is now posted online.
www.sfmeccaimmersion.com

Experience where it all began.....

Aug. 8-12th, 2008
A "retreat" into the heart of the San Francisco Tribal Fusion Bellydance scene, aesthetic, music, dance, and culture.
This is not a festival per se, it's an intensive. Or immersion rather.. where you'll get individualized attention and shared group experience deepening over the course of 3- or 5 days droppin into the dance together! Come immerse yourself in the culture, the music, the bay area bohemian bellydance underworld that is shaping the tribal fusion explosion world wide. Experience where it all began. Learn from some of the pioneers in the field, meet the musicians too, who are shaping the culture and dance! , Dive in, and see how it inspires YOU! In addition to lots of technique and dance training, there are special workshops/lectures on context, history, evolution of tribal fusion bellydance, Core Yoga specifically for dancers, hang out at our local hot spots, workshops on costuming, aesthetic, creating true fusion choreography, and developing your own style, panel discussions on the collaboration between dancers and musicians, with some of your favorite musicians and dancers shaping the art form, lots of performances, and yes, even vending! by some of the bay area's hottest designers...
It will max at 55 people, so pls. do register early to reserve a spot.

Featuring the likes and like-abilities of:
Zoe Jakes (The Indigo, BDSS, Yard Dogs Road Show)
Mardi Love (the Indigo, BDSS)
Carolena Nericcio (founder/director of Fat Chance Bellydance. Creatrix of ATS style. "I'm like your grandma. And i love you.")
Deb Rubin (founder of SattyaBody HealingArts & Dance Collective, Former member/choreographer/teacher with Ultra Gypsy)
Rose Harden (former Co-director of Ultragypspy, Founding member of Barbary Coast ShakeDown)
Cera Byer (Director of Damage Control Theater---choreographical genius. :)
Brass Menagerie!!
Beats Antique!!
Dan Cantrell (of the Toids, Dan Cantrell's gigaband; musical genius of Danistan)
Peter Jakes (Director Brass Menagerie, member of Dan Cantrell's gigaband, expert on all things Balkan and musical)
Elizabeth Strong
Mira Betz
Damage Control
Sister Kate

and more to be announced!

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

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

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

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

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

i sooo want to spill the beans, but i guess ya gotta be present to win.
we shhhhore do hope to see you there!

pls. let me know if you have questions
xo, deb
deb@sfmeccaimmersion.com

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fundraiser

Jamilla — Fri, 23 May 2008 13:25:51 GMT

Hi,
I just want to draw your attention to the Greyhound Pets of America - MN fundraiser listed under events, just in case you only check topics. There will be an endless wave harem pants & matching peasant top at the raffle. Check details at events or www.gpa-mn.org I know you ladies have big hearts!
Thanks!

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auditions!

marciroesch — Sun, 11 May 2008 15:44:01 GMT

Akasha Auditions!

Yoga Now Chicago
742 N LaSalle
Suite 201

May 22 2008
from 8-10pm

We are looking for skilled dancers who are familiar tribal and Cabaret bellydance and have a basic knowledge and appreciation for yoga. Please prepare a 3 min Choreography (in full costume) Showcasing your strengths as a dancer and any special skill. Bring a dance resume including contact information, dance training and performance experience.

What is Akasha?
Akasha is the Sanskrit word meaning "aether" the basis and essence of all things. The source of everything that exists! Is exactly what you are going to experience when witnessing the flow and grace of movement through dance. Akasha performs American Tribal Style (ATS) with emphasis on experimental fusion belly dance & Yoga asanas (postures), choreographed by Artistic Director / Marci Ann Akasha is uplifting and mesmerizing. Precise and graceful movement, eclectic costumes, and the enigmatic spirit of Akasha will take you to a tribal celebration which is the heart and soul of each performance. Combining pulsing drumbeats and the entrancing sights and sounds, provided by founder / Director Ruben Mahboobi who manages the premiere Yoga Now Studio located in Chicagos Goldcoast has traveled across the Diaspora to unearth the majestic history, of the Middle East, India, Spain, and North Africa!

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Minneapolis dancers for MN Ren Faire...

Heidi — Wed, 21 May 2008 15:47:32 GMT

Hey girlies!
This is Heidi from Domba and I have just been juried in for my first year at the Minnesota Renaissance coming up in August! yay! I won't be performing, but I do have a booth selling all our Domba costumes, and I"m looking for a couple gals who are interested in working the Ren Faire with me.
I have both full-time and part-time positions available, as well as a booth manager position. If you're interested, please email me directly at domba@cox.net as I don't get on to check tribe as often as I'd like.
Thanks much!

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Golden Belly Awards - Vendor of the Year for 2008

Zareen1 — Mon, 12 May 2008 02:33:49 GMT

Zaghareet Magazine's nominations for the Golden Belly Awards are up on their website. I noticed that The Red Camel is listed as one of the nominees for Vendor of the year for 2008. I just wanted to thank whoever put The Red Camel forward as a nominee.

Aaaand...

I wouldn't mind at all if you were to cast your vote for Red Camel along with your other votes!! (Go Midwest!!!)
Bottom of page: http://zaghareet.freeservers.com/poll.html

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Goddess Bellydance Meet up

Jlynn — Mon, 12 May 2008 01:35:45 GMT

Its a work in progress. I'm working on the first BBBD Meet-Up that will hopefully happen next year. I'm a little skinny (skinny lol) on details as of yet as to where it will be but it will happen. This is open for discussion as to what people would like to have in this meet. We will have workshops with some of our big beautiful bellydancer, performances, vending( is very possible still working on that) and a last night banquet send off with free dance.
If you have any request I would love to hear them and i will see what i can do.
Is this something we are ready for? Who would love to join us in a few days of fun and sisterhood. (Male big beautiful bellydancers and supporters welcome too.)
P.S. If your willing to teach a workshop let me know. I'm trying to get diffrent workshops togeather in my book.
Thank you,
J.
For more info check http://tribes.tribe.net/bigbeautifultribalbellydancers?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5B18c925cf-3130-4090-9ff9-06ba02ec29b1%5D

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Ignorance at local radio station....bashing belly dancers

Hasina — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:02:14 GMT

Yesterday, our local paper did a very nice article about the dance studio that my teacher/troupemate opened last fall:

www.journalgazette.net/apps/p...article

Please note the pic at the top corner - this pic was what was front on the living section. Now I didn't hear it, because I like to listen to music in the morning, but apparently, one of our local radio stations was bashing said teacher/troupemate on their morning show. Their message was that "fat" girls shouldn't be bellydancing. They even had two girls call in and say that they are fat and therefore, would never attempt bellydancing, so if you aren't stick-thin, then you shouldn't be a dancer. Nice.

Since, we all know that bellydance is for beautiful women of all shapes and sizes, I would like to ask that as many dancers as possible email them at: tnt@989thebear.com and let them know what ignorant assholes they are. Feel free to be as foul and hostile as you would like to be.

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website

Gaitri — Tue, 06 May 2008 13:24:37 GMT

So are there any belly dance - technies out there? My troupe and I are looking to start a website for us. Anyone have any recommendations for places to host it? We want something that is accessible to everyone so we can share what we're doing with friends, family, and the public in general!

Thanks in advance for your help!

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Thanks, Milwaukee gals and others!

mirahammal — Mon, 05 May 2008 20:45:14 GMT

Just wanted to say thanks to Samantha Fairuz, Denise, the ladies of the Safar Dance Company, and Denise's dance company (the name of which is escaping me just this moment--I am so sorry!) for a wonderful weekend in Milwaukee. I and several of the ladies from Al-Bahira Dance Theater made the trip from Minneapolis for the Sahra Saeeda workshop, and we had a GREAT time! Sahra was fantastic, and the hospitatlity of the local ladies was wonderful at the show, the workshop, and on Friday night at the Casablanca.

I was also happy to have the opportunity to finally meet in person some of the people I've met on Tribe and Bhuz such as Christina of Blue Lotus (who was SMOKIN' HOT in her sexy red costume and orientale solo!) and Leize and the Rakshanda gals. Zahra Saghira even joined us for dinner and a giggle-filled coffee-seeking expedition in the Al-Bahira van between the workshops and the show on Saturday. ;-)

So thanks again, ladies, for an enjoyable weekend. Hope to see you again soon!

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X-POST: Early Urban Gypsy Registration Deadline - May 15!

zuza — Fri, 02 May 2008 00:47:46 GMT

Just a reminder to everyone that the deadline to get all four Urban Gypsy workshops for $100 is fast approaching! Registration forms should be postmarked May 15 or sooner.

Below is the workshop list. For registration form, visit www.mszuza.info/UGregistration.htm

Hope to see you soon!

Saturday, July 26

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Gahwazee Influenced Improv
Take the dance back to its roots! Inspired by the folk dances of Upper Egypt, Urban Gypsy brings you a "brand new" (but really old!) vocabulary of sassy and earthy movement combinations from their time spent with the Gahwazee and folk dancers in Cairo last year. Hearken back to the days of dancing in the desert with Urban Gypsy. Don't forget your zills!

2 - 4 p.m. - Troupe Synchronicity
Learn some tricks to make different body types, different strength levels, long legs, short legs, long or short torsos ALL look enough alike to paint a total picture. You will to take home some exercises to help make you more aware of the differences and to help get you in sync with your dance partners!

Sunday, July 27

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Sharp and Funky Movements with Sahira
Using funky pops, locks & intense isolations to create a modern urban flair in your dance. Usable on the stage or in your favorite club.

2 - 4 p.m. - The Joy of Poi: Fireless Fire Spinning
Basic poi technique and transitions for the belly dancer. No fire will be used in class.

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are ya scared??? well, are ya? ;-P

Akasha — Thu, 01 May 2008 18:14:22 GMT

I kid! I kid! ;-D

But seriously, we've attained almost full status in the first 3 workshops that Sharon & Kami are putting on, but only about half-full on the Advanced Tribal workshop Sunday afternoon.

I hope the description has not scared anyone off. No one will be humiliated or made to cry, we promise! :) Consider that even if you haven't had a lot of Tribal training, you will have had 3 classes with the ladies by the time the advanced class starts. I'M even taking the class, and I'm just an average dancer, so don't be afraid! Sign up and be challenged!! :]

See link for workshop and registration details:

http://tribes.tribe.net/afsanasisters/thread/69d08acf-c4e7-44de-b5e5-88c53fcbf3b2

Hope to see you all there!!
Akasha

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Midwest Tribal Mafia October 4-5--Save the Date, Capiche?

haflagirl — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 13:40:23 GMT

When: October 4-5th
Where: Chicago, IL (tentative)
What: Six Killer Workshops and a Show You Can't Refuse
Why: Because it's about damn time

www.midwesttribalmafia.com

Presented by: the Godmothers (Neta and Jatare of Hipnotic, Christina of Blue Lotus Tribe)
Backed by: the Donnas (Blue Lotus Tribe, Hipnotic, Trillium, Ashar, Rakhshanda and Gypsy Queens)
Supported by: YOU!! CAPICHE?

More evidence on this event to come - stay posted or you'll be sleepin' with the fishes!

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Only a few more days until Tribal Rev prices go up!!

haflagirl — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 13:13:49 GMT

Hey there! The super-early bird specials for Tribal Rev will be over on Wednesday, April 30. We've had a flood of early registrations too which means some classes will likely sell out soon! Get the workshops you want at the best price by registering early!!

Also, we've added some rooms to the hotel, but we only have a handful left. If you're staying with us at the Holiday Inn, get your reservations taken care of soon! Call (847) 437-6010 for your reservations!!

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tribal bra and belt

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:49:24 GMT

you may see photo on page one in my pics
if interested contact me at tcsdance@aol.com
70.00 plus shipping

This is a hand made costume. Both bra and belt are lined. The bra is very sturdy will hold it's shape well.The bra will fit a 36-38 B/C. This costume will work great for new students, hobbyist class recitals, parties, Goth night, belly fusion, photos, and performances.
This is an original one of a kind costume.

The bra will fit a 36-38 B/C. The bra cups are covered in a blue velvet panne' fabric. The bra is trimmed in a brown gimp trim about an inch wide, with a navy blue border. Beneath the trim is a belled and coined chain. At the center of the bra is an O-ring with a chain with bells attached. The side panels and the straps are made from the same fabric that covers the bra cups. The bra ties across the back kris- cross with D-rings. the bra straps are 48 inches long.

The belt is cover in the same fabric as the bra.This belt will fit a M-L(about up to a 14 in pant size and can be shortened) . The belt also has also has the same brown trim with the navy blue border. The belt is 37 inches long not including the tie ends. The tie ends are 18 inches long. The belt can be shortened if needed before it is shipped.The belt also has 3 Afghani pendants on it . 2 small silver ones and one large multi colored one at the center in the back. The ribbon fringe is made up of various yarns, lace, gimp trim and ribbon in various colors of blues and browns. On each side of the belt is there are silver belled and coined chain for sound and movement.
As stated before this is a one of a kind of original piece of wearable art
This costume has a real elegant flare to it moves very well
email mail with any questions or more photos

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Veil Trix and Ooey Gooey Taxim Workshops with Sonya, May 17th! (IL)

Kimahri — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 21:58:03 GMT

Registration is open now for two fabulous specialty workshops on
Saturday May 17th with award-winning dancer Sonya of Arabesque Chicago!

10:30am-Noon
*NEW* VEIL TRIX TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP
The slinky veil work you love can be learned in this technique
workshop for the intermediate/ advanced level dancer. Bring your
favorite veils (minimum 3 yards in length). We will discuss the pros &
cons of different sizes, shapes, fabrics & weights. Class will feature
a great upper body stretching regimen that can be executed in a tight
space, perfect for before or after a veil performance. Arm positions
will be reinforced, importance of the overall look and feeling of the
veil dance enhanced while we get a great upper body & arm workout.
Please wear typical dance/workout attire (NOT velvet, as it can
'stick' to the veil) & a non-coined hip scarf if you'd like (coin
edges can snag the veil). Handout included. $22 residents/$25
non-residents.

Noon-1:00pm
Break - lunch on your own

1:00pm-2:30pm
OOEY GOOEY TAXIM TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP
Build fluidity and continuity within your dance in this technique
workshop! Geared for the intermediate dancer & above, we focus on
belly dance movements/isolation s, transitions and improvisational
methods as you visually express what you hear in the music. This class
promises to be quite a workout while honing your ultimate muscle
isolation/control. Please wear typical dance/workout attire (please,
no pants that are baggy around the knee area) & a quiet hip scarf.
Handout included. $22 residents/$25 non-residents.

Wanna see some Sonya? Check this out!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zx2MxOVp1Rk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcpjBrcsIAQ

Workshops are held at the Oakbrook Terrace Fitness Center, 1 Parkview
Plaza, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181. The Fitness Center is just west of
the Rt 83/22nd Street intersection. You can register by phone
(630)574-0420 or in person. If you call between 9:30 and 4:00 ask for
Luann (if you call in the evening, leave a voicemail with your daytime
number)...but they have promised to get the front desk staff up to
speed for this event!

Class size is limited, get your spot NOW!!!

~~Kimahri

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Sharon & Kami in Minneapolis June 28th & 29th - Half full already!

Akasha — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 01:47:45 GMT

4 sessions, of Tribal-style bellydance with Sharon Kihara & Kami Liddle!

Cost will be $75 for 1 workshop, or $70 each if you sign up for more than one workshop. Email afsanasisters@gmail.com to sign up. Indicate which workshops you'll be taking, and how you'll be paying. Checks or money orders. Paypal also accepted, but will be subject to a 3.5% fee. Upon receiving your email signing up (to afsanasisters@gmail.com), we'll send you the necessary info for payment. Please send your payment right away to secure your spot. WE ARE HALF FULL ALREADY!

Tribal Fusion workshops are suitable for beginning and intermediate tribal dancers, but some bellydance experience is necessary. The Advanced Topics workshop will be geared for intermediate to advanced Tribal dancers. Tribal experience a must for this class.

Workshop location at Hopkins High School - 2400 Lindbergh Drive, Minnetonka, Minnesota - in the Aerobics Room. Check in at 9:30 for the morning classes and 1:30 for the afternoon classes.

SHARON SAT, 10 - 1
#1
Weaving it Together: Technique-Focused Dance Combinations.

In this class we will not only work on honing our dance technique, we will put it to good use as we put those moves we have drilled ever so faithfully! We will learn and create some fun combinations that can be incorporated into your own repertoire, keeping strong muscular skill and alignment well in hand so the creative juices are free to flow! As we weave our moves into combos, we shall then weave the combos into a choreography to take with us! This class is fun and appropriate for all levels of Tribal-flavored dancer, and those new to Tribal Style are encouraged to give it a try. Some Bellydance experience is recommended. Please wear exercise-friendly clothes and bring something to tie around your hips!

KAMI, SAT 2 - 5
#2
Tribal Fusion Drills:

This class will largely focus on posture and technique. We will begin with basic drills and move onto more complex drills and then put these movements into short combinations. This class is great for beginners and an excellent review and workout for intermediate dancers.

KAMI, SUN 10 - 1
#3
Layering Tribal Fusion Movements with Control and Precision:

This class will begin with posture and technique drills, focusing on executing movements correctly and gaining muscle memory which is crucial in layering. We will continue by layering these movements on top of each other and eventually working towards layering 3 movements at a time. These moves will then be put into combinations and a short choreography will be introduced. All levels are welcome, beginning and advanced variations will be offered.

SHARON, SUN 2 - 5
#4
Tools of the Trade - A Breakdown of Advanced Moves for the Experienced Tribal Dancer:
This class is designed for the dedicated Bellydance student, and is suggested for dancers with several years of experience in Tribal Bellydance or Suhaila Salimpour technique. Here we will cover more advanced topics such as precise multi-layered movement, footwork, turning technique, floor work and preperation for backbends. Beginning and ending with a Yoga warm up and cool down, we will stretch and prepare the body, and each student will be encouraged and assisted in creating their own strengthening and conditioning routine to take home and practice each day, in order to help them meet their personal goals as a dancer. Bring a mat, a notebook and pen.

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Xpost: MidNight Tribe (Chicago) is pleased to announce auditions for a new troupe member!

Serafina — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:20:17 GMT

Hi there!

MidNight Tribe is Growing!

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING VERY CAREFULLY. If you do not meet the following requirements, please reconsider auditioning.

Requirements:

• Dancer should have an intermediate/advanced education in Egyptian/Cabaret style belly dancing. Folkloric dancing is a plus but not necessary. Competent use of zills will be necessary.

• Dancer should have an advanced Tribal/Tribal fusion education. We are not an ATS troupe, but use most movements from the slow/fast ATS vocabulary, as well as many currently popular tribal fusion movements.

• Dancer should be healthy, physically fit, and will be required to be able to make quick level changes, endure extended periods of dancing on the knees, and some floorwork.

• Dancer will be REQUIRED to perform with some sort of fire implement (fans, staff, poi and/or hoop). It is not necessary to already know how to dance with fire, we can and will train you. Dancer will be required to sign a waiver of liability, so you should have medical insurance.

• Dancer should have reliable transportation and optimally live on the Northwest side of Chicago and/or surrounding suburbs. Rehearsals are held in the Palatine area 1 to 2 times per week (Thursday nights and some Sundays), barring any severely inclement weather.

• Dancer is expected to show a high level of professionalism, troupe commitment and a commitment to further their own dance education.

• Dancer is expected to purchase their own troupe-related costume pieces, sew portions of their own costumes and help out regarding costume acquisition and assembly where and when necessary.

• Dancer will be required to sign a troupe charter.

If you said “yes” to all of the requirements and would like to audition, please email us privately at info@midnighttribe.com with a resumé/CV of your dance background, education and performances. Please include a cover letter telling us a little about yourself and what you'd expect from joining our troupe. If after reviewing your information we think you may be a good fit, we will email you with detailed information about the audition process, date, time and location.

Thanks!

Kira, Director
& Serafina, Assistant Director
www.midnighttribe.com

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helene eriksen in kalamazoo, michigan!

anais — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 22:22:37 GMT

Save the Date!

Helene Eriksen Workshop
Kalamazoo, Michigan
October 9-12, 2008

Helene Eriksen, world-renown dancer, teacher, and dance ethnologist, is coming to Kalamazoo, Michigan for four days of workshops and performances featuring Master Classes in Guedra,Ottoman, Khaliji, and Persian Registration will be available online soon.

For more information, email:
Channon Mondoux: channonmondoux@yahoo.com
Bellydance Kalamazoo: safira@charter.net

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Midwest Bellydance Challenge Registration OPEN!

Kimahri — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 01:02:18 GMT

Registration for the 2nd Annual Midwest Bellydance Challenge is officially OPEN at shimmychicago.com! Let the games begin!

(from the site)

"The Midwest Bellydance Challenge (MBC) was started by Kimahri in 2007 to provide a top-quality bellydance competition experience to Middle Eastern dancers in the region and beyond. The mission of the MBC is to create a place were a dancer's skill and talent are rewarded and dancers can gain valuable feedback to continue in their dance development. The judges for the MBC bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the panel and include expertise in the areas of Middle Eastern dance, music and culture as well as performing skill and presentation. Kimahri is delighted to expand this year's competition categories and be able to share this exciting experience with even more dancers.

CATEGORIES
Student Soloist: Can be cabaret, tribal or folkloric style. Student dancers do not teach and have not performed for pay. Time limit: 5 minutes.

Tribal Soloist: Advanced and professional level dancers, including teachers and those who perform for pay. Time limit: 7 minutes.

Troupe: Can be cabaret, tribal or folkloric styles. All levels accepted. Troupe must have a minimum of 3 dancers and will be disqualified if that number is not available to perform. Time limit: 7 minutes.

Pro Cabaret: Semi-pro and professional level dancers, including teachers and those who perform for pay. Time limit: 7 minutes for semi-finals, 10 minutes for finals.

Prizes for this year's competitors (watch this space--more prizes TBA!)
Troupe: 1st, 2nd, 3rd (trophies for all winning troupe members)
Student Soloist: 1st place ($250 dance scholarship and trophy), 2nd place (trophy), 3rd place (trophy)
Tribal Soloist: 1st place ($250 cash prize and trophy), 2nd place (trophy), 3rd place (trophy)
Pro Cabaret Soloist: 1st place ($500 cash prize, trophy, sash, tiara), 2nd place (trophy), 3rd place (trophy)

*People's Choice trophies will be awarded for all categories*

The competition will be held on Saturday August 23rd, 2008. Daytime events (troupe, tribal and student soloist, pro cabaret semifinals) will be held at Immanuel Lutheran School, 148 E. Third Street, Elmhurst IL 60126. General admission tickets are available for all-day access. The pro cabaret finals will take place Saturday evening in a gala show that will also feature the troupe, tribal and student solo winners. The show will be held at the Mario Parente (formerly Anderson) Theater in Oakbrook Terrace Park District Heritage Center, 1S325 Ardmore Ave., Oakbrook Terrace, IL. "

I'm really looking forward to this year's event, any questions fire away!

~~Kimahri

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Sahra Saeeda Show Line-Up

Zahra — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 21:04:31 GMT

Here is the line-up for the Sahra Saeeda show in Milwaukee May 4, 7:30pm. Looks like it is going to be one spectacular show!

*Sahra Saeeda* (of course)
Al-Bahira Dance Theatre (Minneapolis)
Christina King (Chicago)
Denai's Dancers (Milwaukee)
Denise (Milwaukee)
Donasaida
Helen (Minneapolis)
Jameela
Kelly (Milwaukee)
Lori Dale (Kenosha)
Mirah Ammel (Minneapolis)
Rakhshanda Tribal Bellydance (Milwaukee)
Romnea (Milwaukee)
Safar Dance Company (Milwaukee)
Samantha Fairuz (Milwaukee)
Theresa (Minneapolis)
Trisha Mid-East Dancers (SouthEast WI)
Zahirah (Minneapolis)

Tickets are $14 in advance, $16 at the door. For more information, vist http://www.samanthafairuz.com/Workshop_registration08.pdf or pm me.

Hope to see you there!

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Thank You

Jawaahir Dance Company — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 17:20:38 GMT

Thank you for helping to make our show, Girls Night (Out) IN, a great success. We appreciate the support of all of you who attended our party!

Cassandra & Jawaahir Dance Company

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Allow me to introduce us......

teresatomb — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:03:30 GMT

hey hey everyone,

just wanted to take a moment to say mel and myself are really looking forward to coming to St. Louis in June. we've been making a list of fun fun combinations to teach you all and much much more!! we will have a huge time!!
so, let's see, a few fun facts about mel and teresa... 1. we both started taking belly dance around the same time from our teacher, Suzanne Armetta who we both loved very much. Suzanne taught both cabaret and folkloric styles of belly dance. 2. Rakadu was formed around 97-98 as a tribal style belly dance company. 3. Both Mel and I have earned the right to call ourselves "cat ladies", not because we live in Lexington, home of UK Wildcats, but because between the 2 of us we have an unmentionable # of cats who allow us to live with them. 4. Rakadu's roadtrip food of choice are "Cheesy Poofs" washed down with a little Rockstar beverage. 5. we love Arrested Development!!

what else, mel?

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New Tribe - now with M'chelle Flavor!

anerys — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:10:31 GMT

http://tribes.tribe.net/miischelle

Just in case anyone wants to try to keep up with me......

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IBCC individual workshops on sale now!

Princess — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:07:23 GMT

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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Early Registration for Sahra Saeeda Ends April 17th! - X-POST

Zahra — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 17:29:07 GMT

Just a heads up if you're planning to attend the Sahra Saeeda Workshops and shows May 3 & 4 in Milwaukee, early registration ends April 17th! Go to the link below for more information or for the registration form:

www.samanthafairuz.com/Worksh...n08.pdf

And of course, I'll be happy to answer any questions I can!

Hope to see you there!

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Purdue workshops with Deniz and Jennifer Rose - important change

jenndances — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 10:54:56 GMT

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Bedouin Cirque April 26th Norman, OK

roadwarriortribal — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 04:04:27 GMT

Early bird ends April 19th, workshops in tribal fusion with the dynamite duo of BellaNaTana from TX ! Hoop and Poi workshops with the Prairie Fire Spinners, and a show that night will have ya ready to run away with the circus!!
Check out www.banmala.org for registration and more information!

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a 'groundbreaking event' hits Chicago! ... mark your calendars ...

bellydanceunderground — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 13:05:38 GMT

Be there for the very first bellydance underground event!

~~August 16, 2008 @ 8pm, in Wicker Park (Chicago)~~

Bellydance underground is a grassroots organization that provides performance opportunities in unique venues, creating a comfortable and enriching environment for dancers of all levels and styles.

The event will feature troupes from the Chicagoland area and take place in an amazing gallery loft space in Wicker Park.

A percentage of the proceeds will benefit Between Friends, an organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of domestic violence (www.betweenfriendschicago.org).

Add bellydance underground to your tribe friends list so that you can be up to date on the latest and greatest!
For More information: http://people.tribe.net/bellydanceunderground

~bellydance underground
(Rita, Rocio & Erin)

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Urban Gypsy in Minneapolis - July 26-27, 2008

zuza — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:55:51 GMT

I am very excited and pleased to announce the next workshops from msZuza Productions:

URBAN GYPSY
July 26-27, 2008

Workshop info, registration and show details will follow soon. Check for updates at www.mszuza.info/workshops.htm

For those of you who might not know about these amazing ladies, here is a description of their fabulousness:

About Urban Gypsy
Urban Gypsy has its roots in Houston, Texas ~ where they have nurtured tribal dance and fashioned a path for other tribal troupes to emerge and grow. Sahira and Zymirrah are founding members of the troupe and also serve as its leadership. In 2006, they had the honor (& thrill!!) of being the first tribal dancers invited to teach at Ahlan Wa Sahlan, the largest bellydance festival in the world, in Cairo, Egypt. The troupe consists of six incredibly talented and dedicated dancers, passionate about bringing to life the beauty and grace of our dance.

Zymirrah & Sahira also sponsor the 3rd Coast Tribal Dance Festival annually in in Texas. They are devoted to bringing talented performers to the 3rd Coast and sharing them with those eager to study our dance.

Learn more about Urban Gypsy : urbangypsy.tribe.net/ and www.urbangypsy.cc

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5Apr - Rakhshanda presents The Rakh 'n Belly Roll Show!

leize — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 14:42:14 GMT

The Rakh 'n Belly Roll Show is this Saturday, April 5th at the Milwaukee Gay Arts Center (703 South 2nd Street, Milwaukee). The doors open at 6:30pm, and the show will start at 7pm. There are still some tickets availabe, but don't wait to buy your tickets at the door! We'd hate for you to miss out on our great line-up! Purchase your tickets through our website to be held at 'will call' for you to pick up at the MGAC the evening of the show. www.rakhshanda.com

Our gorgeous Rakh 'n Belly Roll performers will be:

From Milwaukee:
Kelly
The Rakh'ettes - Rakhshanda's students in their debut performance
Rakhshanda Tribal Belly Dance
Samantha Fairuz
Shaia and Extreme Taqsim
Stephanie Masters
Trillium Tribal Bellydance

From Chicago:
Blue Lotus Tribe
Danielle Meijer of Aleph World Fusion Dance
Hipnotic

From Madison:
Ashar

And our headliner, from Tempe, Arizona:
Samantha Riggs of Boom Boom Bollywood, The Sexy Scallywags Pirate Circus, Fyrae, and formerly of Domba!

This is going to be an incredible show! Get those tickets now. The seating is limited, so don't wait until the very last minute and miss out on what will prove to be a beautiful show!

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x-post: Nebraska Bellydance Spectacular 2008

divasoma — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 19:25:26 GMT

Mark your calendars now! The 2008 Nebraska Bellydance Spectacular is almost here!!!

Who: Your favorite Nebraskan bellydance performers and troupes! Scheduled performers include Magdalene & Diva Soma, Calliste & Basharaat, Della & Lotus Dancers, Ashiya & Naajidah, Whorlwinds and more!!!
What: An evening performance showcasing soloists & groups from Nebraska and Iowa.
When: May 3, 2008 – 7:30 curtain
Where: The Shark Club Banquet Room, 72nd & Center Sts., Omaha, NE (adjacent to the Quality Inn)
Why: Because Nebraska’s bellydancers are too good of a secret to keep! Tell your friends that Oriental Dance is alive & thriving in our state!!!

For more information about this and other Diva Soma sponsored events & classes, please join our e-mail list by sending a message to magdalene@divasoma.com

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Tribal Rev (June 20-22) hafla submission deadline looms!!

haflagirl — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 16:54:49 GMT

Hey all you pretties! I just wanted to remind you that submissions for performing in the Tribal Rev hafla are due in just a few days!! If you're thinking of submitting an entry, please visit http://www.tribalrevolution.com

Also, the registrations are coming in fast so register early for your workshops to get the best prices and avoid getting shut out of a sold out situation!!

This year's instructors:
Paulette Rees Denis (Gypsy Caravan--OR)
Amy Sigil (Unmata--CA)
Onca (Baraka Mundi & Mezmer Society--NC)
Elizabeth Ostteen (Tribe Marrakech--CO)
Audrey and Christina (Blue Lotus Tribe--IL)

and teaching music:
Camine Guida (Djinn and Turkish Band Camp All Stars--NY)
Melssa Murphy (Ishtar--PA)

See you there!!

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Samantha Riggs in Milwaukee 5-6April!!!!!

leize — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 03:42:00 GMT

Tuesday, March 4th is the final day to take advantage of the 'Early Bird' pricing for the Samantha Riggs Workshop Weekend Extravaganza! Purchase all 4 workshops and save $20 for the entire weekend of dancing. Also, 'Rakh 'n Belly Roll' Show tickets are $15, and individual a-la-carte workshops are $40 through March 4th. All prices will increase on March 5th.

All 4 workshops will increase to $180
A-la-carte workshops will increase to $45
All 'Rakh 'n Belly Roll' Show tickets will increase to $20

Come join Sammi and Rakhshanda for a fabulous weekend of workshops and shows! Stick around for one of the infamouse Rakhshanda after-show parties at Walker's Pint - just across the street from the workshop and show venue. Hope to see many of you there!
www.rakhshanda.com

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Zahra Zuhair Workshop in Madison, WI

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:57:11 GMT

On Saturday, April 12th, 2008, Bellydancing UW will host its 8th Annual Workshop and Spring Show. Due to an injury, Tamalyn Dallal will not join us for our events this year. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause and wish Ms. Dallal the best of luck with her recovery! If you have already registered for the workshop and would like a refund, you will receive an email from our show coordinator, Susan Ma, with instructions, detailing how to receive a refund.

On the bright side, we are delighted to announce that world-renowned performer, Zahra Zuhair, is coming to Madison to headline our dance workshop and show this year. Master teacher, performer, and choreographer, Zahra is world renowned for her knowledge, authenticity, and dedication to the art of Middle Eastern dance. Raised in oriental dance since a young girl, Zahra is known for her musicality, flawless technique, and elegant style. She has trained and influenced many of today’s oriental dance stars. Zahra has taught workshops and performed worldwide. She is the artistic director of the Ghazella Dance Company, and has written, directed and choreographed theatre productions intertwining Middle Eastern stories and dance under the name Po Na Na Dance Theatre. Zahra is co-owner of DanceGardenLA dance studio, and teaches regular classes in Los Angeles, California. For more information about our headliner, please visit her website, www.zahrazuhair.com.

For this event, Zahra will cover basic Tunisian dance technique, combinations, and a fun upbeat choreography to a modern arrangement of a popular Tunisian song. Tunisian dance has an interesting "twist" on bellydance movements and can be easily adapted to any dancer's repertoire. Early registration is open through April 1st!

www.youtube.com/v/0d0NaF9Zk5Y
Watch Zahra perform a classical Tunisian choreography!

For more information about these events, please visit bellydancinguw.rso.wisc.edu/. We hope to see you there!

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2008 Midwest Bellydance Challenge (IL) 8/23

Kimahri — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 19:47:39 GMT

Save the date! The 2nd Annual Midwest Bellydance Challenge will be held in Elmhurst, IL on Saturday August 23rd, 2008! Expanded categories this year to include student soloists, troupes, tribal, and alternative/fusion.

***$500 cash/trophy/tiara/sash for winning pro soloist***Dance Education Scholarship Prize for winning student soloist***Trophies for 1st/2nd/3rd in all categories (I just LOVE trophy shopping, LOL)

Full details and website info coming SOON!!!!!

~~Kimahri

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MidWest Bellydance's topics - tribe.net

Midwest Bellydance Challenge LINEUP (8/23) IL

Best Chicago Vendors???

Update: Sharon Moore in Indianapolis

Midwest Tribal Mafia registration is OPEN!

x-post: Will I see you at Saqra Workshop?

Moria Bootcamp Carpool (IL)

Add Indiana Bellydance related events!!!

Are you coming to Urban Gypsy's Workshop??? I'll be there ~ learning, performing & vending!

Sahira Zedare in Bloomington, IN, 7/19/08

If coming to Topeka, KS

Building a music community? (x-post)

"Raqs Nebraska" tribe replaces NBDS tribe

Sharon Moore in Indianapolis

A Summer Day with the Synergy Sirens, Bloomington-Normal IL

belly dance bra and belt for sale

Rose Harden Workshop July 2 in Elgin (Chicago)

Costumes for Sale

2008 Midwest Bellydance Challenge 8/23 (IL) **UPDATE**

X-POST: Spots still avail for Urban Gypsy in Minneapolis!

Valizan ATS Workshop in Dayton OCT 3rd & 4th

Moria Chappell workshop registration is UP!

X-Post: Ms. Zuza's Belly Bonanza - July 26!!

Sadie, Souhail Kaspar, Outi of Cairo at The Austin Belly Dance Convention, June 13-15

X-Post: Urban Gypsy Reduced Price Deadline - June 16

Vending at Tribal Journeys

Sun June 8: Delsarte for Dancers returns to Louisville!

Tribal Fusion Belly Dance @ Blueberry Hill - June 7th

Kami Liddle in Tulsa, OK

COLLECTIVE SOUL MIDWEST 23-25JUNE!!!!!

SF Mecca Immersion--Come pilgrimage to where it all began..Aug. 8-12th

fundraiser

auditions!

Minneapolis dancers for MN Ren Faire...

Golden Belly Awards - Vendor of the Year for 2008

Goddess Bellydance Meet up

Ignorance at local radio station....bashing belly dancers

website

Thanks, Milwaukee gals and others!

X-POST: Early Urban Gypsy Registration Deadline - May 15!

are ya scared??? well, are ya? ;-P

Midwest Tribal Mafia October 4-5--Save the Date, Capiche?

Only a few more days until Tribal Rev prices go up!!

tribal bra and belt

Veil Trix and Ooey Gooey Taxim Workshops with Sonya, May 17th! (IL)

Sharon & Kami in Minneapolis June 28th & 29th - Half full already!

Xpost: MidNight Tribe (Chicago) is pleased to announce auditions for a new troupe member!

helene eriksen in kalamazoo, michigan!

Midwest Bellydance Challenge Registration OPEN!

Sahra Saeeda Show Line-Up

Thank You

Allow me to introduce us......

New Tribe - now with M'chelle Flavor!

IBCC individual workshops on sale now!

Early Registration for Sahra Saeeda Ends April 17th! - X-POST

Purdue workshops with Deniz and Jennifer Rose - important change

Bedouin Cirque April 26th Norman, OK

a 'groundbreaking event' hits Chicago! ... mark your calendars ...

Urban Gypsy in Minneapolis - July 26-27, 2008

5Apr - Rakhshanda presents The Rakh 'n Belly Roll Show!

x-post: Nebraska Bellydance Spectacular 2008

Tribal Rev (June 20-22) hafla submission deadline looms!!

Samantha Riggs in Milwaukee 5-6April!!!!!

Zahra Zuhair Workshop in Madison, WI

2008 Midwest Bellydance Challenge (IL) 8/23

2008 Midwest Bellydance Challenge 8/23 (IL) UPDATE