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heading to the bay area for the holidays

ChristyFricks — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 05:17:26 GMT

Ill be in the bay area from christmas through New years and would love to escape the inlaws and do some dancing. Anyone have any suggestions?

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Vendors wanted for the Mills College Hafla 3/20

miss_drea_cakes — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:22:03 GMT

Mills College is hosting a Hafla on Saturday, March 20th!
Included in the workshop and performance line-up are dancers who are former members of Ultra Gypsy and currently in Foxglove Sweethearts, with more performers to be confirmed soon.
Mills is a women's college with a beautiful wooded campus in the heart of Oakland. We would love to have a variety of vendors to come and sell their wares in the college plaza as part of the Hafla.
Please send me a message if you would be interested.

cheers,
Drea

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Zoe Jakes&Elizabeth Strong Intensive 11/21&11/22

elizabethstrong — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:51:34 GMT

Last chance to get the "early bird" special price of $200!

info and registration at http://www.strongdancer.com/home.html

Weekend includes:

Focus on Deepening Your Technique, Regional-Specific Dances Theatricality, and Musicality.
Includes:
All day instruction Saturday with Elizabeth Strong, and Sunday with Zoe Jakes,
Guest instructors Dena Martinez (actor, director, writer, and producer for Bay Area theatre), and Dan Cantrell (Toids, Peoples Bizarre, composer, musician).

Saturday evening live music hafla, with opportunities to sing, play, and DANCE.

Sunday evening performance to live or recorded music. Special musical guests including Faisal Zeidan, David Sartori, and Dan Cantrell.

A comprehensive, immersive experience for intermediate and advanced dancers... Class size is limited.

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

demonica — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:09:45 GMT

Master instructor Shareen El Safy returns to the Bay Area!

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thanks for reading, and hope to see you there!

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Drum Solo with Nanna Candelaria - belly dance

Nanna — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:11:21 GMT

Nanna explains the fundamentals in optimizing and maintaining full and lucid shimmies, clear crisp accents, fast paced footwork, and exhilarating rhythmic combinations. A thorough breakdown of basic movements is intended to introduce the steps to beginning dancers. And a
sophisticated approach to subjects such as muscle control, proper alignment, and proper distribution of strength aid in defining and perfecting movement for dancers of all levels.

This DVD ultimately teaches a full drum solo choreography with a drill section of each component to aid in your progression towards a new level of dance.
To purchase go to: https://www.createspace.com/272946

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Wanted: Duo/Trio

narimeh — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 21:44:35 GMT

Hello friends.

I've been studying belly dancing for over 2 years now, and to be honest, I have gotten a little bored and have reached some sort of weird plateau. I need more of a challenge that doesn't require going to more classes or workshops. So here I am, looking for someone or someONES in East Bay to form a duo or trio with. I have studied traditional Egyptian cabaret for a majority of my 2 years, but I am also currently studying tribal fusion and I'm pretty much open to any style.

My studio already has formed troupes, but I'm really not into dancing with more than 3 people. I get claustrophobic.

I just need a gal or gals to obsess over costumes with, watch endless belly dance performance DVDs, and create some fun routines for competitions and general practice.

Any takers?

P.S. No I am not a serial killer or that dude that stalks belly dancers. You can find me at http://www.facebook.com/bellybecca

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Calling all musicians

TerriAnne — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:18:55 GMT

Calling all musicians to
North Bay Bellydance Bazaar

North Bay Bellydance Bazaar is having an outdoor "live music" jam tent. PA system and dancers will be provided! Please come and hang out, play music and "Get Down"!

Join Susu Pampanin and JD Limelight for some jamming good fun!

Northbaybellydancebazaar.com

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Looking for an Int/Adv teacher

firelily — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 19:38:47 GMT

Hey all, I'm pretty new to the area and am looking for an intermediate to advanced teacher in East Bay or San Francisco. I particularly like Egyptian style, but am amenable to Cabaret or Tribal Fusion. I'm not very interested in ATS. I need a teacher who offers drop in rates or class cards as I'm a grad student and can rarely commit to a whole set of classes as some teachers prefer.

Since moving here I have studied with Mira Betz, and really enjoy her classes and her emphasis on strong technique. I'd like to add in another class or two that focus on putting the dance together and performance skills.

Other teachers I've found are Jill Parker, TerriAnne Gutierrez, Shabnam, Tatseena and Monica. Are there any others that I may have missed? Could anyone tell me a bit about them?

Thanks for all your help!

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Warning: Look out for this e-bay seller of tribal dance gear

Miss T — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:35:02 GMT

Hello All,

I just had a really bad experience purchasing a tribal dance outfit on e-bay and thought I'd give you all a heads up. At the end of December I bought and paid for a beautiful tribal belt (burgundy with fringe) and a crochet shrug (supposedly in stock items) from e-bay seller ScarletsLounge. I was very excited because I wanted this for my TribalFest performance. Well two weeks later I get an e-mail from the seller that she needs my measurements since this is a custom order (which takes 4 to 6 weeks). "Cool" I thought "that will be even better". So I sent my measurements and waited. Six weeks went by and nothing, so I e-mailed her. A week later she replied that it will be sent in a week. So I finally get the items (10 weeks after purchase) and they do not fit, not even close. The belt falls right off and the shrug looks ridiculous it's so wide at the top. So, I wrote her a message. Five days later, nothing. I send another message, five days later nothing. So I contact e-bay and there is nothing they can do, if you want to file a claim it has to be within 45 days of purchase and Paypal can only reverse charges within 30 days. So I'm screwed.

Now, the clothes are beautiful, but it does me no good because they soooo don't fit. I don't know if this is how this seller always does business or I just got really unlucky, she has good feedback but mostly as a buyer. Since most of her items are custom orders and they take so long to arrive I would imagine most of her customers cannot leave feedback (e-bay closes the feedback option after 45 days I think). Anyway, I'm not telling you NOT to buy from this seller, just be wary. The guy at e-bay said that if this sort of thing happens in the future, open a case the second it seems someone is taking too long or trying to pull something. You don't have to actually follow through and can close the case as soon as you receive your item, but at least that way you are protected. I hope this helps you all to avoid the same headache I had to.

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Transgender belly dancer helps launch Arab gay initiative

Alan — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 05:05:19 GMT

http://www.thelocal.se/21608/20090821/

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NEW Egyptian Oriental Dance Class

TerriAnne — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:09:02 GMT

Learn all the aspects of Oriental dancing needed to perform an Egyptian Dance Set

I have loved working as a professional Oriental dancer throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. For many years I made my living dancing at restaurants and clubs where the Arab community would gather, sharing the common experiences of homelands they were parted from. I always danced to full bands with professional Arab musicians. They came from all areas of the Middle East, and had spent years playing for professional dancers.

It was from them that I learned most of what I know of the music, dance, costuming, feeling and format of oriental dance as it is typically done in the Middle East.

Please join me for this new class; Entrances, Taqsim, Om Kalthoum, Popular songs, Folkloric, Beladi section, Percussion solo, The finale

Terrianneandjoweh.com

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North Bay Bellydance Bazaar

TerriAnne — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:41:16 GMT

Workshops, workshops, workshops
Roma dance, Persian dance, Shimmy shimmy coco pops, Modern Egyptian, Middle Eastern percussion, Double veil, Zill drills, Egyptian Zar, Tribal fusion, The business of bellydance….AND

Non stop performances from morning until night…AND

Bellydance competition Saturday evening…AND

Vendors, food, wine, beer

October 17th and 18th

Northbaybellydancebazaar.com

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The end of a decade of Heavy Hips Empowerment, STrength and Community for Women

palikaji — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:06:08 GMT

Yes my lovely sisters of mindblowing, wombcauldron stirring, evolution, revolution, restitution, regenerative, insight catchment, mindful, authentic dance, movement, theatre, prayer, sisterhood web weavers and healers!!!!!!!!! - (whew you all are an awesome community) - Palika is transforming yet again, responding to Gaia's call and Heavy HIps Tribal Belly Dance as school community is officially closing her business doors (never her heart or inner circle though).

On the close of this full moon my garden is bursting with new life, regeneration of energy, elemental forces manifesting in a mandala outside my cave door and I let go, I release and come full into myself as I am now. I'm stepping into a larger body, mind, soul dance practice and prayer of green photosynthesis, of rich brown microbial web soil life, of myceliating fungal networking of repair and regeneration, of polycultural food forest fractal freedom, water witching winding, permaculture prisms and hope for humans as healers to the Gaia landscape instead of destroyers.

I stand whole and bow richer for this incredible gift of visioning, healing, growth, transformation, learning, sisterhood and community that has been a decade of wonder and enrichment as Heavy Hips Tribal Belly Dance - a gift from the Goddess, unsought but heeded when she beckoned. I have been humbled, stretched, pushed, pulled, challenged, excavated, oxygenated, heard, sung to, healed, blown out of my mindset and bodyset, joyed, buoyed, formed and reformed, found, lost, strung out, discovered, appreciated, scorned, blissed out, gifted, stunned, rooted, called, loved and loved some more, recognized, returned, rerooted, caressed, birthed and died, freed, and deeply blessed on this exploration/journey. I offer gratitude, I offer thanks, I bow to the Divine in all who have come to learn, come to heal, come to transform, and come to find their voice and service in the loving womb of Heavy Hips. The groundbreaking Heavy Hips website (on which many built) will remain up as a template and inspiration for women finding their way on the path of dance as prayer, healing, celebration and sisterhood.

While I have been working on the inner levels of release of Heavy Hips for over 3 years now - the physical release of the accoutrements grounds me in the elemental material plane of letting go. I have been a collector of functional art and beauty, both ethnic and handcrafted for over 3 decades. Much of which has been amassed as a Director of a Performance Troupe and Dance School and Bazaar is yearning for new hips to illuminate and empower, new hands to be caressed and protected by, new walls to shine their rich heritage out from.

Thus all is being auctioned and sold on Ebay - new treasures being posted daily. May you give gratitude and haven for these beauties but know that they are not who you are. Here is the link for my listings - you can also search by seller - Mayadevi108.
http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/mayadevi108_W0QQ_dmdZ1QQ_in_kwZ1QQ_ipgZ50QQ_sopZ12?_rdc=1

Here is the detailed blurb for the collection.
Its the end of an era! The acclaimed Heavy Hips Tribal Belly Dance Company and School and The Gypsy Closet Bazaar have had their final bloom. My exquisite costume and accessories inventory is up for new stewardship and cherishing. Hopefully by you! Heavy Hips and The Gypsy Closet set the standard for stunning quality vintage textiles and silver and touchable magnificent committment to natural materials such as silk, wool, satins and cotton. All items for sale are gently used unless stated as new and have been cared for by the meticulous hand of Palika. The prices here are set to be a good deal and have been an investment for me. Please respect that quality crafted goods are not available at KMART prices. If you are a vendor and want the entire inventory we can discuss a market discount.

So... Dive in. Relish the opulence of quality collectible vintage tribal mirror cholis of the Kutch and Banjara tribes, collectible ethnic silver and jewelry, silk Flying Skirts spinning skirts that drip with beauty, tribal textiles like saya gosha fringe and tassel hip wraps from Uzbekistan, Tajikastan and Turkmenistan, coin and metal riveted Afghan belts (which are really sleeves from their fabled ethnic dresses), vintage (not new) Banjara mirror belts, Banjara embroidered and embellished tribal skirts, Flying Skirts silk bloomers and cholis and yummie silk veils in jewel tones from LRose Designs, antique silk wedding veils from India, Turkoman and Uzbek coats and more. I'm also selling related media and props - a perfect trio of gourds and brass waterpots, thick stemmed glasses for dancing on, candle glasses and other bits.

In gratitude to Life, Earth, Air, Fire, Water and Spirit, with a prayer to remain in service - I bow with folded hands.
http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/mayadevi108_W0QQ_dmdZ1QQ_in_kwZ1QQ_ipgZ50QQ_sopZ12?_rdc=1
http://www.heavyhips.net

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addendum to my listing

Fatine — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:02:11 GMT

I just posted a link to a lot of bellydance items I have for sale on my website, and I wanted to let anyone interested know that I'm going to be in the Bay Area July 16-20, in case someone wants to purchase a particular item in person.

Thanks,
Fatine

*******
original listing:
Please check out a ton of items for sale, all brand-new and never been used. I cannot check tribe postings at work, so please PM me or contact me through my website if interested. Thanks!

http://web.mac.com/everydaydiva/iWeb/Fatine/Bazaar.html

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Henna hair color

Saar-rah — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:51:35 GMT

My daughter is keen to have her hair dyed with henna.

Do any of you know someone in the bay area who does it? (we'll be visiting there soon)

We talked to someone local to us who told us that our hair was too light to be dyed with straight henna - we would need to have it mixed with other things. If we didn't, our hair would be orange!

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Joweh @ Haight Street Fair, Harmony Fest and more...

TerriAnne — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:52:04 GMT

Come on out...and see us!

Sunday, June 6th,
11:30 Main Stage,
3:00 Belly Dance Tent (Shoshana and her troupe will be dancing at the tent @ 2:00).
Summer Arts & Music Festival at Benbow Lake State Recreation Area in Southern Humboldt. www.mateel.org/summerarts.php

Friday, 7:00 pm
Harmony Festival
Goddesss Stage
Santa Rosa Fair Grounds
harmonyfestival.com/

Sunday, June 14TH
Haight Street Fair
3:30-4:00 on the Stanyan stage
The 32nd Haight-Ashbury Street Fair will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2009, from 11 am until 5:30 pm. www.haightashburystreetfair.org/dr...asf

terrianneandjoweh.com

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ACL Surgery - Have You?

Kathy — Thu, 28 May 2009 02:53:44 GMT

As some of you know, I was not able to attend Tribal Fest 09 because I tore my right ACL in April and was heading into surgery at that time. I do have to give props to my troupe who did an amazing ATS performance on Saturday afternoon! (PS, I'll be teaching at Tribal Fest-10)

I wanted to check in with the Tribe family and find out if other's have stories to share about ACL tears, recovery, performing post-ACL recovery, resources or advice that you care to share

I live in Califonia, but after much research, I found an amazing ACL doctor located in Bend, OR. Her name is Cara Walther of Desert Orthopedics. She is the US Women's Olympic Ski knee doc, and has made it her life's passion to study knees of women and girls. Seems that our physical make-up makes us more prone to ACL injury.

I am banished to Bend, OR for 6 weeks, through end of June due to the type of ACL surgery I had. It's a great technique called Healing Response that allows for 1/2 time recovery, so I'll be dancing again in 4 months, v.s 6-9 months. It can only be done if the ACL tear is very close to the femer and the ligament still in good shape. They tap a few holes into the femer bone causing it to bleed. The stem cells cause a blood clot and the ACL binds to the clot, in the femer and all is well again.

The physical therapy requires a lot of dedication on the patient's part. PTs say the love working with dancers because we are so motivated to get our knees back to 100%.

Would love to get a thread going for others to learn and share. This is also cross posted on my site, Black Sheep Bellydance and ATS tribe sites.

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HaflAdira

Hiya — Thu, 21 May 2009 19:17:07 GMT

FYI. Performances will be listed once the lineup is complete, which will be soon.

http://www.socialwave.net/calendar/6907/showevent/

(from Adira)

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TribalFest - who's going?

rach — Wed, 06 May 2009 00:06:01 GMT

Its almost time for the mayhem of TribalFest and I want to show some Bay Area love! Who's going and when are you performing?

My troupe Clandestine is on Saturday at 3:44

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8 TRIBAL FEST classes for sale!!

Molly — Tue, 05 May 2009 04:03:30 GMT

HI ALL! at the last minute, I am unable to make TF happen (boo hoo), but that means I have some fabulous workshops for sale!! Six of which are sold out!!

Wednesday:
10:30 - 12:30 Frederique, charm arms, $30, SOLD OUT
1 - 3 pm Carolena Nerricio, shimmies, $30
5:30 - 7:30 Mardi Love, Isolation patterns in performance, $40, SOLD OUT

Thursday:
10:45 - 12:45 Amy Sigil, there's only one way to find out (this is the live DJ class), $30, SOLD OUT
12:45 - 2:45 Samantha Riggs, Fosse-ized! $30

Friday:
10 - 12 Heather Stants, Fluid! $30, SOLD OUT
5:15 - 7:15 Sera & Solstice Ensemble, Choreography ideas for your troupe, $30, SOLD OUT

Saturday:
12:45 - 2:45 Princess Farhana Drama Queen, Exploring Theatrical Presentations, $30, SOLD OUT

If you would like to purchase any of these, please EMAIL ME AT: mollsey@hotmail.com
I may even be open to some haggling... as long as you promise me you are going to totally rock it in these classes!!! hee hee...
I paid for these with a snail mail check, so there is no fee for online processing.
Thank you for your interest!
Molly

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On-Site Photos at TF9!

gladygirl — Mon, 04 May 2009 18:10:11 GMT

Have you or your troupe been wanting to get pictures done, but haven't had the cash for a private session? If you're heading to Tribal Fest 9, I've got the perfect opportunity for you!

The Naked Artisan Photography will be at Tribal Fest offering 30 minute individual & troupe portrait appointments!

Here's how it works:

Up to 2 people = $50 for a 30 minute shoot
add $5 more for each additional person over two
(A $20 non-refundable deposit will be required when you sign up for a time slot)

What you'll receive:

5 best hi-resolution images mailed to you on one CD. (Choose from B&W and/or Color)
*no restrictions on personal usage (printing, posting, portfolio)
(additional CDs are only $5.00!)

So...a troupe of 4 can have troupe photos for as low as $15/person!

I'll be at Tribal Fest 5/15 - 5/17 with a Tribal Fest exclusive setup, so make a note to stop by and sign up for a photo appointment and update those publicity photos or just have a killer memento from TF9!

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Middle Eastern Treasures Concert - this Sunday!

Grace — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 02:12:05 GMT

2pm-5:15pm, Humanist Hall in Oakland, 390 27th Street, between Broadway/Telegraph.

Presented by Mary Ellen Donald, nationally acclaimed author, instructor, and performer in Middle-Eastern percussion for 30 years.

FEATURING:
--Music from Egypt with a brand new and exciting eight piece ensemble
--Belly Dance by Hannah Romanza & Allison Kenny
--Three elaborate compositions by Mary Ellen for percussion ensemble: doumbec, tambourine, frame drum, cymbals
--Special Guest Artists
--Lots of Audience Dancing and Surprise Participation

Entrance fee: $17 at door (includes complimentary snacks and beverages), $8 for children under 12

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Bella Costume for sale!

Roya — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:42:32 GMT

I have a sea breeze/mint green Bella costume for sale that I only wore once. It is a b/c cup and very sexy/beautiful :)

email me at roya@rakssharqi.com becuase I don't check tribe too often

Thanks!

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FRIEND NEEDS HELP!!!!!!

jaecrazy — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:19:50 GMT

Ok, I'm not sure where else to post this, but a friend of mine is coming to SF and needs help.

Here's her post.
"Hi all, as most of you know, I'm a crazy hippie. It's embedded in my blood, in my soul, it's just the way things are. :p As most of you probably also know, I'm an environmentalist, and working with Greenpeace has been a life long dream of mine. That opportunity has finally been presented to me and I'm thrilled! Out of hundreds of applicants and with only 35 spaces available, Greenpeace chose me to attend their Summer Organizing Term in San Francisco, Ca. The term lasts from June 1st - Aug. 14th and will consists of 50 trainings from Greenpeace activists and lead trainers from other organizations. The training also consists of an 8 - 10 day expedition in which we get a chance to receive hands on grassroots community organizing for a Greenpeace action campaign. This is a once in a life time opportunity that I simply can not miss! I'm writing to you all today to ask for your help. The tuition for the term in $3950, I will be doing multiple fundraisers over the next month and a half, but I am also simply asking for donations from my friends. All the money I collect will go directly to my tuition and/or cost of living once I arrive in San Francisco. Anything you might be able to offer would be greatly appreciated from $10.00 to $50.00, whatever you can afford, I would not be able to express my thanks enough.

If you would like to make a donation, please just contact me and we can work something out or just click on the paypal link on my page. I'll even work on your yard or clean your house to work for the donation! :p This means the world to me, and I thank each and everyone of you from the depths of my heart for supporting me in this effort.

THANK YOU ALL!!! "

My part is trying to find some dancers or anyone in the SF area who would be willing to let her crash on the floor while she's there. I have her contact info if you can help and want to get in touch with her directly. Please let me know if you know where I can find some leads and where else i can post this info :)

Huggle Your Puggle!

JaeJae

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Jill Parker's Foxglove Sweethearts and Theatre Flamenco!!!!

Tessa — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:45:08 GMT

Theatre Flamenco of San Francisco
Artistic Director Carola Zertuche
Presents "Flamenco y Algo Mas"
with Guest Artists
Jill Parker 's Foxglove Sweethearts

Theatre Flamenco is proud to present "Flamenco y algo más" a performance series showcasing works from the company's repertory, new works by company members and collaborations with musicians and dancers of other disciplines. The series kicks off April 18th at San Jose 's Hoover Theater, April 19th at the Brava Theater in San Francisco and continues April 25th and 26th at the Pegasus Theater in the Russian River Valley . The first performance brings nine artists to the stage and features a unique collaboration between Theatre Flamenco and renown belly dance artist Jill Parker and her company.

Stay tuned for the next edition of "Flamenco y algo más" this September.

April 18, Saturday 8:00pm Hoover Theater
1635 Park Ave. San Jose. CA 95126 (408)535-4747

April 19, Sunday 7:00pm Brava Theater
2781 24th Street. San Francisco,Ca. 94110 (415)641-7657
Price: $18 Adults/$15 students & Seniors

Tickets Also Available online At Ticketweb.com
More information at WWW.TheatreFlamenco.org

April 25 Saturday 8:00pm April 26, Sunday 2:00pm
The Hall ( formerly Pegasus Hall)
20347 HWY 116, Monte Rio, CA 95462 (707)823-5096
Price:$25 Adults/$20 Students&seniors
Tickets Must be picked up 30 Minutes before the show.

Join Our Mailing List!
Theatre Flamenco
1144 Rhode Island
San Francisco, California 94107
(415) 531-1141
www.TheatreFlamenco.org

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Upcoming Bay Area Workshops/Festivals

rach — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:07:49 GMT

There are a lot of one-off workshops and festivals coming up in the bay area... anyone know of any others?

Jill Parker all day workshop: Saturday May 9
Zafira all day workshop: Sunday May 10
in downtown SF
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=62621547975

SF Mecca Immersion
3 or 6 day intensive featuring Zoe, Rachel Brice, Carolena Nericcio, Ariellah, etc etc.
(I went last year and thought it was an amazing program)
July 31 - Aug 5 in downtown SF
http://www.sfmeccaimmersion.com/start.php

TribalFest (of course!)
5 days of workshops, vending and performances
May 13 -17 in Sebastopol
(Lots of sold out classes seem to be popping up for sale on the BSBD tribe)
http://www.blacksheepbellydance.com/tf9/

FCBD Devotion Specialty Workshops
teachers/topics haven't been announced yet, but I'm assuming Colleena Shakti will be one of them
June 14-17, FCBD studio in SF
http://fcbd.com/performance/

Kosmos Dance Camp
June 10-14 in Cazaderos, CA
music and dance classes by Vicki Virk, Amy Sigil , Mira Betz, Deb Rubin, etc etc.
http://www.kosmoscamp.com

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Cheb i Sabbah, Queen Harish, FCBD, Clandestine & more!

rach — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 15:06:14 GMT

Hey Local Ladies -

There's a fantastic event shaping up for this Thursday night in San Francisco!

Queen Harish, the amazing whirling desert drag queen is performing! Plus Fat Chance Belly Dance, Clandestine, and bHip, along with DJ Amar! And Cheb i Sabbah is the resident dj, which means plenty of good middle eastern beats to get everybody dancing.

Only $10 for general admission, and there are still a few reserved seats left for the best view.
Thursday April 9, 2009
Bollyhood Cafe
3372 19th Street (between Mission and Capp) San Francisco
Doors 8PM
DJ Amar spins 8-9pm
Dance performances 9-10pm
Cheb i Sabbah spins after 10pm
http://queenharish.eventbrite.com/

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Middle Eastern Treasures Concert - Music, Drums & Dance - Sunday, April 26

Grace — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 06:12:15 GMT

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Shoshanna Presents : Two Workshops With Oreet!

Lisha_aka_Nasreen — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 19:14:22 GMT

Belly Dance Workshops with Oreet
Oreet is a dazzling, dynamite dancer who has won tons of awards for her exciting performances. She was one of our guest teachers for Redwood Coast Belly Dance Festival in 2006, and she'll be coming to Arcata again this week to film her new instructional DVD's. While she's here she'll be doing two workshops - I hope you can check them out!

Later in the day, there will be an Arts Alive show at Gaia Imports featuring Shoshanna, Ya Habibi, and maybe some of our out-of-town guests. Free! Show is at 7pm. Gaia Imports is on 3rd between E & F Streets in Eureka.

1:00-2:00pm SharQui Belly Dance Workout! (All levels) $20
2:30-4:00pm Drum Solo Choreography (Intermediate) $25
Both classes for just $40. Wow!
Call Shoshanna, (707) 616-6876 or email.
...at Redwood Raks
824 L St, Old Creamery Bldg
Arcata, California 95518

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Club Oasis, Saturday April 4

Miss T — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 02:40:33 GMT

CLUB OASIS:
BELLYDANCE EXTRAVAGANZA
All Troupes, All New Choreographies
Saturday, April 4, 2009, 7:30p-10:00pm

Fabulous CLUB OASIS is back again with your favorite high caliber dancers.
Join SHERRY, TROUPE ALA NAR, and the RISING STARS, along with exciting
guest troupes presenting all new shows: RAKS TERAYZ, TROUPE DHYANIS,
JOWEH, RAKS ROSA, DANCERS OF THE DESERT, SHIMMY AMOUR AND MORE.

At Open Secret Bookstore, Teahouse, Cafe & Cultural Center
923 C Street, San Rafael, CA 94901.
Tickets $15 (Past events sold out early. Get your tickets now.)
Call Inner Rhythm: (415)388-6683.

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upcoming events in SF

rach — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 16:16:20 GMT

Hey Ladies -

Just wanted to point out a couple upcoming events:

Wednesday, March 18 @ Baobob Village (formerly Bollyhood - 3372 19th St @ Mission, SF)
My troupe, Clandestine, will be performing at Amar's monthly party
Doors at 9, Performance at 10pm, but plenty of time for you all to shake it to bhangra beats and gypsy breaks
Only $5!
http://www.bansuri.net/solunamar/vardo/index.html

Deb Rubin and Aubre Hill (from Los Angeles) are doing a weekend intensive on Biomechanics, Therapeutics, & Embodiment for Dancers
March 21 & 22 at Shoebox Studios, downtown SF
http://www.shoeboxsf.com/workshops.php

And of course, TribalFest is on the horizon... Amar's afterparty is looking to be spectacular, with Samantha Riggs and Queen Harish planning something special!
http://tribalbrew.eventbrite.com/

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Rakkasah is this weekend!

michelledevine — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 06:45:14 GMT

Rakkasah Weeklong classes have started and the festival is this weekend. Come out and join in the dancing, comorodery and merryment.
www.rakkasah.com

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National Dance Week

demonica — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 19:17:18 GMT

So what is the local belly dance community doing for NDW this year?

http://www.bayareandw.org/

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Opulent Temple Massive

Hiya — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 20:04:21 GMT

Anyone going to the Opulent Temple fundraising event this Friday? FCBD is performing in the Hookadome (and I'm sure I'll be shimmying to Jef Stott's grooves there myself!)....

http://www.opulenttemple.org/archives/000138.php

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Nanna @ Shoebox Studio in SF

Nanna — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 22:33:27 GMT

Shoebox Studio SF - 855 Folsom St. Suite 112
7:30 pm

Nanna Candelaria teaches rapid fire Zills, veil work,
& core belly dance technique.
Emphasis placed on skills for the brave Solo Dancer.
http://www.shoeboxsf.com/classdescriptions.html

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Which dancers were interviewed for this?

ShiraDotNet — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:18:38 GMT

Does anyone happen to know which Bay Area dancers were interviewed for this article?

http://wayneandwax.com/pdfs/maira-arabface.pdf

Does anybody know the author?

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Jill Parkers Foxglove Sweethearts....

Tessa — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:20:28 GMT

if you want to stay updated on the latest with Jill and the foxgloves please join our new tribe, http://tribes.tribe.net/foxglovesweethearts
i promise I'll get some pics up soon and keep ya'll updated the best i can!

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New Year's Resolutions

Hiya — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 06:24:25 GMT

Does anyone have any New Year's Resolutions about dance they want to share?

In belly dance, I will get comfortable enough in leading that by June, I will be leading group improv a proportional amount (1/2 the time if there's two of us, 1/3 of the time if there are three of us, etc.)

In hoopdance, I will get good enough that I could do a public performance. (I don't expect to have an opportunity to do a public performance, but this kind of resolution worked well for me to take belly dance to that level, so I feel comfortable recycling it for this!)

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SF BD Events 12/26-1/1?

Anita — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:00:05 GMT

Hey All,

I'll be visiting the SF area for the final week in December and wonder if anyone knows of any bellydance events that might occur at that time. Thx in advance!

Best -

- A. N.

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Belly Dance Photo Shoots - SF - 2/26, 27 & 28

pixievision — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:41:53 GMT

I have some availability still left for studio shoots in San Francisco on 2/26, 2/27 and 2/28. :)
$300 per hour. Email for more info pixie@pixievisionproductions.com

NEW PORTFOLIO~ :)
http://www.pixievisionproductions.com/gallery/portfolio

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WildCard BellyDance New Name, New Website

danomoon — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 02:33:03 GMT

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

They are dancing, teaching and traveling more than ever. Look for members of WildCard BellyDance at TFF coming up, Visit www.wildcardbellydance.com for info as well as photo/video goodness. If you see the WildCards on your turf. Give -em a big hug of support! see you out there!

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Looking for somewhere to stay in SF

beatriceflowers — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 03:07:56 GMT

Helloooooooo :)

I had some fabulous news!
I have been accepted on to the GS and Teacher training with Carolena in Feb 2009
My flight is booked and I'm going to be arriving in SF on Feb 16th and returning to the UK on March 9th.
I have never been to the states before and am travelling alone.
Travelling alone is a fairly rare event for me so this is quite a big thing, I am very excited though!

I am looking to find a place/places to stay during my visit.
Rather than staying alone, I think It would be much better if
I actually stayed with someone, even for just some of the time.

What would certainly help is just to have someone to show me round a bit as I
have not a clue about the place and don't know anyone there.

If anyone could put me up for even just one or two nights during my stay in SF
It would be much appreciated and I can promise you I am a very good
house guest, completely house trained!!!

The reason I usually avoid travelling alone is because I suffer from narcolepsy which means
catching buses sometimes results in my taking what one might call the scenic route! hehe
My wonderful partner usually drives me everywhere but on this occasion I will be going it alone.
I am sure I will be fine but having a local contact is always helpful just in case.

I can guarantee you that I am the liveliest smileyest narcoleptic bellydancer you will ever meet! ;)

Please contact me here if you are able to help

Thanks

Bea xx

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Nov. bellydance events

Jasani — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 16:11:06 GMT

Hey, what belly dance events are going on in the bay area for the month of November?

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more photos just for rachel

debrubin — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 07:38:13 GMT

ok mizzz rachel... i posted some new photos...
from my sf mecca stash...

big hug,
deb

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Ansuya in San Francisco Nov. 23rd for Workshop & Show

ginagrandi — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:58:15 GMT

Ansuya is coming to SF for a workshop and show in SF from Friday, Nov. 21 to Sunday, Nov. 23. The workshop focuses on drum solos and the secrets to having a fabulous drum solo, like only Ansuya can bring it.

Don't miss Bellydance Superstar Ansuya and Ozzy in a special show with amazing guests of exceptional caliber including:

JILL PARKER of www.UltraGypsy.com
NANNA CANDELARIA / www.bellydancebynanna.net
MINA of dalloua.com
SISTER KATE
TANJA ODZACK
ROSEANNA McGUIRE
HALA www.haladance.com
Cera of Damage Control Dance Theater

Beats by DJ Amar of Bansuri
and

VENDERS to mesmerize you and bedazzle you with pretty and hipster things including:

S&G Clothing (By Gita & Sequoia Emannuelle)
Ma*Shuaqa Designs
Geisha Moth
Lee Key Designs
Ansuya

and more surprises tba soon!

$15 presale or $20 at the door

Workshops for all three days pre reg is only $180

ALL DETAILS and to purchase for workshop and or show available AT WWW.ANSUYA.COM on the dancer's page info

Let me know if you have ?? etc...

Gina

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We need new Pics!

rach — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:42:19 GMT

Our photo gallery is looking a little stale... post some shiny new pics of your fine-lookin selves and let's spice things up!

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Bellydance & other dance clothing if anyone is interested.?

aaronironscmt — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 06:12:43 GMT

A friend is paring down intensely, and as part of this is selling much of her bellydance clothing & accessories.

I hope this is okay to post here? Felt it would be appreciated as its directly related to bellydance, and some other dance styles. And seems the listings system on tribe is rarely viewed by people given that its kindof hidden by tribes design.

If anyone is interested, I am posting a link to photos I took of her wearing some of the bellydance wear. New, fair trade clothing -
Photos here -
http://s53.photobucket.com/albums/g64/PierceLoughFamilyAlbum/clothingforsale/

Halter/Choli topsXL purple - $25L Red - $25

Blouse (sleeveless)Large blue $35XLarge Blue $35

Long sleeve blouseGreen medium - $49Red, medium - $49

Wrap pantsMedium, red - $30Large, black -

Purses Blue, green, and purple - $25 each

Harem pants - $30Small RedMedium periwinkle (lt purple)Large: green and blue

Black jacket - medium, $50

Medium harem pants and bellydance top - $89 - periwinkle

Purple/blue Small wrap skirt - $32

Other items for sale (used) -

WDNY Silk size 10 womens indian/bellydance for the modest shirt - $20 - worn once

Bellydance costume - black choli bra, hip scarf, and black/gold harem pants - 3 pieces - $105

Carmen Miranda meets Chiquita Banana - complete Salsa/latina halloween costume! hand made, unique, clean, fun - for dance or costume party - $110 (comes with arm flare, and flare skirt - plus fruit headband) not included: choli bra

Dance - bellydance harem pant outfit - white choli bra, orange large harem pants plus white cufflings - to add flare to dance moves! Unique!! $105

Very unique, brand new hip scarf - gold encrusted hip scarf - looks great with harem pants (listed separate)- $70 for hipscarf

yellow lamp - $60

red silk dress - $150

periwinkle dress - $60

She is likely going to be moving out of state in next couple months, and she is open to negotiating on price if you see something you really like. Feel free to message me if interested.

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Tribal Fest Number 9, Number 9 (3X3) Get Ready!!!

ChuckTheDJ — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:59:10 GMT

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

bsbd.tribe.net for updated info

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up coming bay area belly dance events

Palespider — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 02:48:56 GMT

looking for workshops and events of the such coming up say the next six months to a year. thought it might be easier to have it all in one place.

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On-Site Portraits at Carnival of Stars!

gladygirl — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 05:05:40 GMT

Carnival of Stars
Nov 8th & 9th 2008, 9am-9pm
Centennial Hall, 22292 Foothill Blvd.,
(at City Center Drive)
Hayward, California 94541
www.carnivalofstars.com

Did you want to get portraits done at Desert Dance, but didn't get the chance? Going to Carnival of Stars? You now have another chance!

I will be a vendor at Carnival of Stars this year offering 30 minute individual and troupe portrait appointments!

Here's how it works:

Up to 2 people = $50 for a 30 minute shoot
+$5 more per each additional person over two
(A $20 non-refundable deposit will be required when you sign up for a time slot)

What you'll receive:

5 finished images mailed to you on one CD. (A selection of finishing options will be available to choose from.)
*no restrictions on personal usage (printing, posting, portfolio)
(additional CDs are only $5.00!)

So...a troupe of 4 can have troupe photos for as low as $15/person!

I'll be at Carnival of Stars for the whole weekend so make a note to stop by and sign up for a photo appointment!

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Club Spice Halloween Event - Mountain View

micheller — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:59:05 GMT

Friday October 24th
8:30-1AM
$6 at the door

Club Spice is a quarterly event in the South Bay that brings together a variable collection of superb quality bellydance performances with the night club scene.

This month it's our Halloween show! You'll see tribal, cabaret, and fusion bellydance styles with a Halloween twist.

This event will also be a fundraiser for NO on Prop 8. We will be raffling off prizes to fight inequality, including bellydance classes from the featured dancers.

Performances by:
Janelle www.janelledance.com
Crystal Silmi and Raks Arabi www.crystalsilmi.com
Nansee
Khajulah www.khajulah.com
Michelle Reynolds www.norulesdance.com
Tribal Moon www.sanjosetribaldance.com
Raks Hakohaveem
and your spooky hostesses, Perilium

MC'd by Michelle Reynolds
Mini Bellydance Class with Crystal Silmi
Open floor dancing after the show

King of Clubs
893 Leong Dr
Mountain View
www.koclubs.com

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Susu and TerriAnne Release their New Zill DVD!!

Roya — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:56:28 GMT

Susu Pampanin and Zaina Zahesha
Announce the release of their new DVD
ZILL DRILLS

We are proud to annouce the release of our new DVD

Susu Pampanin has been studying Middle Eastern drumming since the age of 12 and Zaina Zahesha (TerriAnne) has been studying Middle Eastern dance since the age of 15. Over the last nine years they have given performances and workshops together to thrilled and enthusiastic audiences all over the world. They both live, teach and perform in the San francisco Bay Area of California.

In this simple and easy to follow DVD you will join Susu and Zaina (TerriAnne) as they demonstrate the basic technique for playing Zills. You will enjoy clear and percise instruction on how to play 12 of the most important rhythms every belly dancer and Middle Eastern musician should know. Over head shots, slow motion, and written patterns appearing on screen enables the student to lean each of the patterns with ease and confidence. In addition, they give you 3 basic patterns that can be played to all rhythms.

Rhythm Drill workbook
Charts for the 15 zill patterns every belly dancer should know. Blank pages for notes and songs that you can list as you learn to identify them.

Zill Drill CD
Susu Pampanin plays 12 of the MUST KNOW Middle Eastern Rhythms ever belly dancer and Middle Eastern musician should know. Each rhythm is played slow with a single drum for 4 to 5 minutes so that you can practice your drills on any percussion instrument (including zills).
To order go to zainazahesha.com

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Great restaurant with a dancer???

Nasreen — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 18:03:31 GMT

My husband and I will be celebrating our anniversary in San Francisco next week. I would love to find a Middle Eastern restaurant with really good food and a great dancer. This tribe seemed like the best place to ask.
Cheers!

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Aida Nour in San Francisco...just a few weeks away!

demonica — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 21:47:56 GMT

This is a great opportunity to study with an excellent Egyptian teacher in SF. I can't wait!
www.bellydanceodyssey.com/events/aida/

Who else is goin'?

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Hey all

Snowdragon — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:40:37 GMT

I have been absorbed in the world of belly dance for the past year and a bit and this world is quickly expanding for me as I learn
more about belly dancing in all parts of the world.
I am heading to San Fransisco next Friday and I would love to know about any belly dancing performances
and workshops taking place this from the 11th to the 19th.
Does anyone have any ideas? We will be situated somewhere around Golden Gate Park if that helps.

Namaste
Snowdragon

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Events/workshops in late November?

Heather — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 23:39:22 GMT

I'm going to have a rare opportunity to visit San Francisco in late November (20th to 26th, roughly). Are there any shows, workshops, or other events going on during that time (especially the 23rd-26th)?

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Belly Dance classes/teachers: Need advice!

Jennifer Sobel — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 21:14:32 GMT

I am relatively new to the Bay Area and still haven't connected with all of the great dancers and teachers that I know are up here. I dance professionally and teach myself, so am looking for something to really challenge me and take me to the next level. I have tried some classes at the Suhaila studio, but am looking for others too.

For whatever reason, I have not connected to the dance community up here and am looking to connect with my sisters in dance.

Any advice on classes, teachers, workshops, etc. would be great!!!

Thanks!

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veil work dvd or vhs suggestions

hotsmurfonsmurfaction — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 05:49:10 GMT

Please suggest your favorite dvd or vhs with veil work - I'm unable to travel to classes and trying to expand my veil moves at home. The quality of the utube stuff is too poor for me to pick up much. Thanks in advance for your help.

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Shadowdance approaches...

rach — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:26:27 GMT

For those of you who haven't experienced it, Shadowdance is a showcase of the darker side of bellydance. In addition to the spectacular performances, there are also a number of workshops being offered, including one by Sharon Kihara.

All the details are here: http://www.bansuri.net/solunamar/darkerstill/

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Come get solo or troupe portraits taken at Desert Dance!

gladygirl — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 04:21:13 GMT

I will be a vendor at DD this year offering 30 minute individual and troupe portrait appointments! I will be located on the lower floor in my richly decorated, portable portrait studio.

Here's how it works:

Up to 2 people = $50 for a 30 minute shoot
+$5 more per each additional person over two
(A $20 non-refundable deposit will be required when you sign up for a time slot)

** Sorry! Due to time constraints, individual and troupe portraits will need to be booked as separate appointments.

What you'll receive:

5 finished images mailed to you on one CD. (A selection of finishing options will be available to choose from.)
*no restrictions on personal usage (printing, posting, portfolio)
(additional CDs are only $5.00!)

So...a troupe of 4 can have troupe photos for as low as $15/person!

I'll be at Desert Dance for the whole weekend so make a note to stop by and sign up for a photo appointment!

SEE YOU THERE!

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Paris Hilton doing a little belly dance

Alan — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 05:30:53 GMT

http://www.liquidgeneration.com/Media/Videos/Viral_Videos/Celebrity/Paris_Belly_Dances/

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UPDATE EarthDance Los Gatos at Lupin UPDATE

Cindy — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 22:21:09 GMT

Check out the latest info
NEW DJs
NEW DANCE PERFORMERS
MORE
http://sanfrancisco.tribe.net/event/UPDATE-EarthDance-Los-Gatos-at-Lupin-UPDATE/los-gatos-ca-95033/7250b778-215e-4d8c-a31c-ee64b110ac96

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Seeking Roomates in the North Bay

Anita — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 22:25:27 GMT

Hello ladies!
I'm relocating to the area Nov. 1st.
Instead of trying to rent from some random person on Craigslist, I thought i'd check here first and see if there were any 'like minded' individuals who needed a roomate.
I'm looking to pay $450 a month max, including utilities.
I'm also looking for a pet friendly household, as i have a 4 yr old chihuahua.

If you know of anything let me know!
Please respond to:

wickedvisionsfx@yahoo.com

Thanks!
~Anita

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Class Series with ZOE at SSSD!!!!

Kitiera — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:44:32 GMT

Tuesday Nights in October!!! ZOE teaches from 8:15-9:15pm at the Salimpour Studio
www.zoebellydance.com

Dates: Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
Price: $120 for the 4-class series

The Salimpour Studio
Suhaila Salimpour School of Belly Dance
425 San Pablo Avenue
Albany, CA 94706
510-526-4344

therealsuhaila.com/workshops_guest.php
(I don't think it's up in the shopping cart yet, but it should be soon)

Yay!!!! I'm so excited!!!

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Drum Workshops with ISSAM HOUSHAN at SSSD

Kitiera — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:39:36 GMT

This is coming up next week, and I hear there are still a couple of spots left!

Thursday, August 28th ISSAM HOUSHAN Beginning Drum Workshops
Beginning I 6-7:30pm
Beginning II 7:45-9:15 pm

$35 each ($30 for SSSD members)
$65 for both ($55 for SSSD members)

The Salimpour Studio
Suhaila Salimpour School of Belly Dance
425 San Pablo Avenue
Albany, CA 94706
510-526-4344

http://therealsuhaila.com/workshops_guest.php

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Pix of Kosmos Camp 2008 Posted

braddosland — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:11:45 GMT

Nearly 300 pix of the 2008 Kosmos Music and Dance camp have been posted at http://taboomedia.smugmug.com/gallery/5751627_RtPHJ

This annual 4-day camp in Northern California features dance talent such as Zoe Jakes, Aubre, Mira Betz, Liz Strong, Vicki Virk, Cera Byer with Damage Control Dance Company and experts in Cuban, African, Greek, Flamenco and Hip Hop from around the world. Musical talent include Faisal Zedan, Dan Cantrell, Rumen Shopov, Fattah Abbou, and authentic Latin, African, Greek, Samba, and Flamenco greats as well. New talents are added every year and past teachers have included Jill Parker, Amy Sigil, Heather Stants, Kajira Djoumahna, among others. Deb Rubin (of Ultra Gypsy and the recent SF Mecca Immersion) teaches a morning yoga session under towering redwoods.

To learn more about the camp, visit http://www.kosmoscamp.com/

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From Cairo, Egypt: Astryd Farah in SF (Aug 31st) & at Carnival of Stars (Nov 8th)!

Astryd Farah — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 19:34:24 GMT

Astryd Farah has spent over a decade traveling to, working in, and studying in, the Middle East – particularly Cairo, Egypt. She is an internationally acclaimed Egyptian dance instructor and performer, working throughout Europe, America and the Middle East. Don’t miss her as she returns from Cairo to share her wealth of knowledge! Locations include: SAN FRANCISCO, NEW YORK, GERMANY, NORWAY, CARNIVAL OF STARS, LAS VEGAS, TEXAS & more....Visit her website at www.DanceAstryd.com.

Upcoming Workshops in SF: Contact Amina Goodyear at aminajune @ aol . com or (415) 282 - 7910
Sunday, August 31st, 11 am to 4 pm
at Dance Mission, 3316 24th Street at Mission, San Francisco, CA

11:00-1 pm - Pure Egyptian Dance from Cairo
Steps and feelings of a time now past. We will revisit the old nightclubs with music and movement of authentic Egypt.
Tarab, baladi and shaabi. Techniques, transitions, gestures. Notes included - Music available for sale.

1-2:00 pm - lunch break

2-4 pm - Classic & Modern Choreography: Fadl Shaker A luscious Old Cairo nightclub-style choreography with a lovely song by one
of Egypt's most heartfelt modern singers. Authentic technique and feelings create the mood for this piece. Notes and lyric translation included - Music available for sale.

Advance price before August 25: one workshop $40 or $75 for both
Send checks payable to:
The Aswan Dancers, 829 Elizabeth St. San Francisco, CA 94114

At the door: $45 for one or $80 for both.

Contact Amina Goodyear at aminajune @ aol . com or (415) 282 - 7910

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just a tourist and looking for restaurant with dancer

Fatine — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:37:02 GMT

Hi there. I'm here in the bay area with family this week and wanted to find a restaurant where I could bring my young daughter and my young nieces for dinner and a bellydance show. Any suggestions? We'd rather not go into SF proper if possible; we're in Newark, close to Fremont.

I may not be able to get on tribe every day while I'm out here, but you can send me a PM, and I'll get that sooner.

We leave Saturday, so anything on Thursday or Friday night would be preferable. Or earlier in the week, if that's even an option.

Thanks much! :)

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List of clubs/restaurants with dancers and live music

Jasani — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:37:36 GMT

Is there such a thing- that is current?

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ZOE, MARDI, CAROLENA highlight SF MECCA IMMERSION!

debrubin — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:39:06 GMT

Hi Ladies!
Women are coming from the netherlands, the chech republic, spain, mexico, canada, and all over the US to our beloved San Francisco just for this event. It would be a joy and honor to have our local dance community seriously represent as well!

A rare treat to take workshops from some of these ladies, who are often gone teaching all over the world...
Space still available! Register soon to reserve your spot...

Plant your feet on the vibrant pulse of the bohemian bellydance underworld of San Francisco. See and feel how it inspires YOU!

Aug. 8-12th, 2008
SattyaBody presents:
SF MECCA IMMERSION
a "retreat' into the heart of the San Francisco tribal fusion bellydance scene, tribe, music and culture.
3 or 5 day options.

Come immerse yourselves in the music, culture, aesthetic, and scene that is shaping the tribal fusion bellydance explosion worldwide!
Experience where it all began.
3 (or 5) incredible days of dance technique and training from some of your favorite teachers and performers, and the pioneers who have shaped tribal fusion bellydance. And meet the musicians too! Also included: Panel discussions, Q& A, Yoga for Bellydancers, history and context of tribal fusion, hot night time events at some of our favorite local spots, intermediate/advanced professionalize track, workshops on theatricality, musicality, and creating choreography, and performances from some of your favorite dancers and musicians in the bellydance world and beyond!
Plus: exclusive vending from some of the Bay area’s hottest designers.

This is different than a festival. This is an intensive, or immersion rather. An intimate group where you'll get individual attention, top notch dance training, and a rich community experience over extended days together. Also, some kick ass night time performance events from the bellydance world and beyond!

Featuring:

Zoe Jakes (of the Indigo, BDSS, and Black&Blue Burlesque/Yard Dogs Road Show)
Mardi Love (of the Indigo, & BDSS)
Carolena Nericcio (founder of Fat Chance Bellydance, and ATS style)
Rose Harden (former co-director of Ultragypsy, and founding member of Barbary Coast Shakedown)
Deb Rubin (former member of Ultragypsy, and founder of SattyaBodyHealingARts&Dance Collective)
Cera Byer (Director of Damage Control Theater
BEATS ANTIQUE
Dan Cantrell... (of the Toids, and Dan Cantrell's gigaband)
Damage Control Theater
Elizabeth Strong
Mira Betz
Frederique!
Fat Chance BellyDance
Peter Jaques (of Brass Menazeri balkan brass band)
Plus special appearances by LUCENT DOSSIER vaudeville cirque
And other surprise guests!

All details and registration available at: www.sfmeccaimmersion.com

Show tickets to SF MECCA REVUE also available through website.

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Any Festivals/Events Happining in the Next Few Months?

Theresi — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:05:10 GMT

Within about 150 miles of San Francisco? I know DDF is coming, but what others are happening?

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August 1st Club Spice

Eden — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:13:38 GMT

WORLD DANCE PARTY!

CLUB SPICE is a fun filled night of world dance music
featuring:
Live Belly Dance Performances
Free Mini Belly Dance Class
and an Open Dance Floor for all*

Friday, August 1st

King of Clubs
893 Leong Drive
Mountain View

doors open at 8:30 pm
$6 cover--bring a copy of this for $1 off @ the door

Performers include:
Tribal Moon
Ashley Lopez
Kitiera
Perilium
Michelle
Raqs Arabi
Arija (from the Netherlands!)

*21 or older

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Dance Happenings In Mid-August?

Valizan — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:19:39 GMT

Hello All,

I'm coming out West to SF from the 15th to the 28th and I'm hoping to see some dancing while I'm out there. What's going on?

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Looking for a dancer to fill the 12:30 PM photoshoot spot the Saturday, July 26th.

gladygirl — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 22:42:46 GMT

I'm still looking for a dancer, any style, to fill my 12:30 PM spot for my "I dance..." project (see below). Dancer will be compensated by receiving a printed and digital copy of their finished image. Time slot is 30 minutes long. If you are interested, please message me here or send an email to my email address below and I will send you a confirmation with what to bring and directions.

THANKS!

Gladys White
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

"I dance..." Shoot: July 26 in San Jose!
"I dance because it makes me happy."
"I dance as a form of sacred prayer."
"I dance to feel younger."

Why do you dance?

I have finally scheduled shoot number one for my "I dance..." project!

It will be at a photo studio in Downtown San Jose on July 26th. I'll be taking names for 30 minute portrait slots with the first slot at 11am and the last slot at 5:30pm. This project is open to all dance styles. Come in your favorite costume (or dance gear) with your favorite music in hand. Think about why you dance so that you can complete the phrase "I dance..." You will be asked to sign a model release in order to participate. As a thank you, you will receive a soft copy and an 8x10 hard copy of your finished image which will combine your photo and your reason for dancing into a completed piece.

If you are interested in participating, please send me a message here with your top three desired time slots, and your contact information, or send me an email with the information to gladys@thenakedartisan.com . I will then confirm your time and provide the address and directions to the studio.

Thank you in advance for your support and participation!

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Club Oasis, TONIGHT, in the North Bay!

Miss T — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 18:02:38 GMT

FABULOUS CLUB OASIS IS BACK AGAIN
An Ever-changing Program of Your Favorite High Caliber Dancers
Bay area bellydance troupes, solos and duets present an exotic
tapestry of cabaret and folkloric styles.

Join Sherry, Troupe Ala Nar and the Rising Stars
Along with Exciting Guest Dancers at the Bellydance Extravaganza
Special Guests: BlackSheepBellyDance, Terry, Alnisa, Doretta, Teresa,
Diana

Saturday, July 19, 2008
7:30pm
Tickets-$15 (Past events sold out early. Get your tickets now.)
Call Inner Rhythm: (415) 388-6683

AT NEW LOCATION:
Open Secret Bookstore
923 C Street
San Rafael, CA 94901

Sherry Brier
www.innerrhythmdance.com
DOORWAY TO ECSTASY: A Dancer's Initiation
To Read Excerpts & Purchase Book
Class Schedule

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Ariellah & Rachel Brice Intensive

rach — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:42:43 GMT

Hey Bay Area Ladies!

I have nothing to do with this event, but am so fired up about it I wanted to spread the word:

There's a 3 Day intensive with Rachel Brice & Ariellah happening Dec 5-7. Its limited to 25 people, and taking place in Murphys CA, which is about 2.5 hrs east of SF.

Tickets went on sale yesterday and they are going quickly. All the info is here: http://goldenopportunity.eventbrite.com/

Rachel Brice & Ariellah are 2 of my absolute favourite teachers, and the opportunity to dance with them for 6 hours a day is a rare treat! (My arms are sore in anticipation!)

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Mira Betz Intensive in San Francisco

Tessa — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:28:13 GMT

Have you heard? Mira will be holding a week long Performance Instensive in San Francisco. It sounds amazing, I cant wait! Here is a blurb from her website:
A unique, versatile approach to the bellydance intensive, a weeklong designed for the dedicated dance enthusiast itching to take their performance to the next level.
This intimate group exploration will stretch your notions of how dance can be striking on stage, and allow you to unlock new areas of creativity in your bodies, and your mind.
The seminar brings together many of the styles and forms which Mira has carefully integrated into an exciting, powerful, liberating approach to creation, including: personal expression, musicality, precise defined technique, structured improvisation, focused writing exercises and more.

~Explore ideas of shaping thought and feeling into meaningful forms of musical expression
~Develop your stage persona
~Challenge your ideas of history, dance, choreography, and context

This will be run more akin to a college seminar than a "bellydance class", complete with research projects, presentations, and critique. The class size will be VERY small in order to insure personal development, encourage process, and increase individual attention. This class will fill up quickly, register early to save a spot!

For more information check out www.miramania.com or e-mail info@miramania.com
Only 15 spots total and they are filling up fast!

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Looking for Sherry Merfalen

debibaxter — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:42:14 GMT

I've been back in the belly dance world for three years and am looking to reconnect with my first belly dance teacher. She danced as Aisha in the '70s. I met her in Omaha where her husband was stationed at Offut AFB. She danced in Omaha at Nasr's Harem Lounge. I believe she divorced and moved back to the Bay Area. She grew up in Hayward where her mother had a dance studio that specialized in Polynesian dance.

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Bollywood Workshop with Queen Harish in SF!

rach — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:21:19 GMT

Hey Everyone -

I'm thrilled to be hosting a workshop with the enchanting Queen Harish - the whirling desert drag queen who has made appearances in the film Gypsy Caravan, as well as a number of Bollywood films! This is going to be a very light-hearted workshop filled with spins, persian hand gestures, and flirtatious facial expressions!

Very limited pre-registration available for $35 at http://www.migoto.com/queen along with a full class description and more info on Queen Harish

Saturday, July 26, 1-3 pm
$35 limited advance registration/$45 at the door
Hosted by Clandestine Belly Dance
3435 Cesar Chavez Street (between Valencia and Mission, San Francisco)

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July 19th- Club Oasis is back!!

Miss T — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 04:06:01 GMT

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"I dance..." Shoot Scheduled for July 26 in San Jose.

gladygirl — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 23:24:42 GMT

"I dance because it makes me happy."
"I dance as a form of sacred prayer."
"I dance to feel younger."

Why do you dance?

I have finally scheduled shoot number one for my "I dance..." project!

It will be at a photo studio in Downtown San Jose on July 26th. I'll be taking names for 30 minute portrait slots with the first slot at 11am and the last slot at 5:30pm. This project is open to all dance styles. Come in your favorite costume (or dance gear) with your favorite music in hand. Think about why you dance so that you can complete the phrase "I dance..." You will be asked to sign a model release in order to participate. As a thank you, you will receive a soft copy and an 8x10 hard copy of your finished image which will combine your photo and your reason for dancing into a completed piece.

If you are interested in participating, please send me a message through Tribe with your top three desired time slots, and your contact information, or send me an email with the information to gladys@thenakedartisan.com . I will then confirm your time and provide the address and directions to the studio.

Thank you in advance for your support and participation!

Gladys White
www.thenakedartisan.com

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TerriAnne Performs in Healdsburg June 20th!!!

Roya — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 23:29:56 GMT

Dear Friends:
Please join us for a tribal, summer solstice celebration featuring the music and art of North African and Middle Eastern Dance more commonly know as “belly dancing”. For indigenous peoples all over the planet, the longest day of the year is celebrated as a symbol of light, hope and fertility.
Again we will follow the drum, as the hard wood, hour glass shaped djembe of tropical Africa moves north with tribes migrating along the Nile and morphs into the lighter and more portable, hour glass shaped dumbek of North Africa. As the drum changes so does the beat and a new art form emerges: Middle Eastern dance and music.
TerriAnne and Susu are masters of North African dance and it is pleasure to welcome them to our gallery.
All the best,
Phil Rasori
Phil Rasori Photography and Zizi’s
World Music and Lecture Series
~present~
The Art and Music of Belly Dancing
with TeriAnne and Susu

Friday, June 20th, 2008
7:30PM

Our ongoing exploration of African drumming now leads us north to Egypt and the Middle East. Please join us in celebrating the summer solstice with the haunting tribal music and “belly dancing” of North Africa performed by TerriAnne Gutierrez and Susu Pampanin.
TerriAnne is the artistic director of the Joweh Dance Company and has performed nationally and internationally. She is well known in Healdsburg and the Bay Area where she has taught Middle Eastern Dance for many years. It is a truly an honor that she and Susu have agreed to perform at our gallery.

Tickets $12 advance $17 day of performance
On sale at the gallery 334 Healdsburg Ave. or
By phone (707) 431-2209 10:30AM-6PM daily
Doors open 7:15PM Only 45 tickets available

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Nanna teaches Belly Dance at Shoebox Studio’s in SF

Nanna — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 21:17:36 GMT

Tuesday nights 7:30 – 9:00

Nanna constructs her method based on a classic, down-to-earth, and distinctive style all her own.
Define your movements and discover an approach to solo dance with an understanding and acknowledgement of Arabic origins and traditional music.

Shoebox Studio is centrally located in Downtown San Francisco, on Folsom St. between 4th and 5th St. Shoebox is a few short blocks from Powell Bart/Muni Station

855 Folsom St. Suite 112
San Francisco, Ca 94107
Phone: 415.861.5976
http://www.shoeboxsf.com/index.html

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Where should I go?

makyra — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 23:39:43 GMT

Hi! I'm visiting for the month of June and was wondering if someone could tell me where to visit/shop for bellydance classes/shows/costumes/etc. I plan on taking a class or two with Jill Parker and I have tickets for a show FatChance is putting on (both things I promised my instructor back home I would do - besides practicing my drills in my hotel room every night!). What else should I see/do?

Thanks so much!!! =)

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Looking for a place to stay in SF

Daniela — Fri, 30 May 2008 20:39:26 GMT

Hi there!
I will be traveling to SF around the end of July and August. Im looking for a room to rent for a couple weeks. Dates are unsure but if you know of something I would greatly appreciate it if you could message me! Something safe and close to the bart, preferably in Berkley but i'm open to other places!
Thanks
Daniela

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Photos from Saturday afternoon at Tribal Fest

gladygirl — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:23:50 GMT

I have a handful of photos I took at Tribal Fest posted on Flickr. Please enjoy.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gladygirl/sets/72157605133698636/

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Classes near Cupertino?

rach — Fri, 09 May 2008 16:10:14 GMT

Hey Bay Area Bellies -

I just took a job in Cupertino and I'm having a tough time making it to my SF/East Bay classes now. Are there any south bay (cupertino-ish, or in between Cupertino and SF) that you all recommend?

Many thanks!

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Suhaila on KQED's SPARK Program

Kitiera — Sat, 10 May 2008 05:29:51 GMT

Just in case anyone missed it... !!

http://kqedrm.streamguys.us/ramgen/real.kqed/tv/productions/spark/artists-orgs/suhailasal.rm

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Tribal Fest This Week!!!

ChuckTheDJ — Sat, 10 May 2008 23:17:45 GMT

Yep, right up da road in Sebastopol......www.blacksheepbellydance.com or http://bsbd.tribe.net for more info

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Walk on Fire with us!

Tue, 06 May 2008 15:42:27 GMT

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

Visit our Tribe or Website for more information.

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

Thanks and Blessings,
Brandi and Thalisha
Nyx

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Club Spice May 2nd

Eden — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:15:37 GMT

Club Spice is featuring dance performances and an open dance floor with DJ Amar

When: Friday, May 2nd
Where: King of Clubs, 893 Leong Drive, Mountain View, CA

doors open at 8:30pm---show starts at 9:30---open dance floor and ATS Jam after the show

Performances by Perilium, Tribal Moon, Crystal, Summer, Michelle, Ashley and Kitiera

21+
$6 ***bring a copy of this post for $1 off

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Belly Dance party, North Bay

TerriAnne — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 18:27:48 GMT

Date & Time: Saturday, April 26, 2008
11:00 AM
Location: Santa Rosa Parks and Recs. Dept.
415 Steele Ln
Santa Rosa, CA
More Info. 707-338-6309
www.terrianneandjoweh.com
Come one come all. Non-stop dance performances, live music, bring your drum and shimmy belt! See you there!!

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PURE is coming to the SF Bay area this summer and looking for participants!

sacredgoddess — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 07:07:34 GMT

tribes.tribe.net/puresf
visit our tribe site, or visit our website at www.sfpure.com
message us and let us know your interests in participating.
You can also inquire through the website or message Pat (Aishah) the moderator of the new tribe.
Join us today!!

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WAMEDA HAFLA WEEKEND 2008-SADIE'S COMING TO THE EAST COAST-SCHEDULE OF WORKSHOPS

sunday — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 17:25:19 GMT

WAMEDA, Inc. is proud to present SADIE!!
SEPTEMBER 13 & 14, 2008

REGISTER TODAY!!!!
GO TO:

http://wamedahafla2008.eventbrite.com

Internationally known superstar, performing artist, choreographer and instructor, SADIE will grace the East Coast with her presence at the much anticipated

WAMEDA, Inc. 2008 ANNUAL HAFLA

****(scroll to bottom for full schedule!)****

Be sure to join us for this exciting weekend of top-notch workshops and performances. Don't miss the opportunity to study with SADIE, the face of IAMED and the Hollywood Music Co.

Meet & Greet (pre-registration) September 12, 2008 7pm
(Enjoy Karaoke and open dance-bring your hip scarves!!)

You can also pre-register on a "first come, first serve" basis to perform at the Hafla with SADIE!

Take advantage of the "Three's a Charm" Special Discount!
(Sign-up for the full weekend of workshops and the performance dinner with
THREE or more people to save $10/person)

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US AT WAMEDAHAFLA2008@yahoo.com

Check her out at

www.sadiebellydancer.com
http://youtube.com/watch?v=YamDoDK71Ds

***SCHEDULE OF WEEKEND HAFLA 2008***
WORKSHOP TOPICS
Saturday; Drum Solo Secrets, Diva Within, Drum Solo Choreography
Saturday Evening Hafla Performance Dinner ft. SADIE!!!
Sunday; Shimmmy Time, Veil Choreography, Afro-Brazilian Samba

SATURDAY
10a.m.: "DRUM SOLO SECRETS"
Sadie is known world wide for her awesome drum solo technique and choreographies. She has been featured on many performance and instructional videos displaying her unique skill. In this workshop Sadie will take you through a series of exercises and drills that will break down ther technique and her drum solo secrets like "Pops" and "Locks" to help you develop sharper more defined isolations necessary for fast drum solo choreographies.

Noon: "DIVA WITHIN"
We all have a stage presence. Does yours say what you want it to? Learn how to own your stage and command an audience. There really are tips and techniques for making this possible. Clearly convey your emotions and set a mood, reach your audience, exchange energy, learn about your most powerful tools for accomplishing these tasks…..like your eyes and your body language! Learn how levels, spatial planes and different areas of the body when focalized, automatically set a feeling.

LUNCH 1p.m to 2 p.m.(On Your Own)

2p.m.: "DRUM SOLO CHOREOGRAPHY"
Experience the full potential of a Drum Solo. Sadie does not skip a beat. Learn how to apply the "Drum Solo Secrets" in one of Sadie's stellar Drum Solo choreographies!

**Saturday Night HAFLA Performance Dinner ft. SADIE!**
Doors Open 6:30 p.m./Dinner 7pm/Show at 8:30p.m.

SUNDAY
10 a.m.: “SHIMMMMMMMY TIME"
The shimmy is the dancers' fingerprint. No two people will shimmy the same. Are you ready to develop your signature shimmy? This workshop will cover the many variations of shimmies as well as add some exciting layers. It's a great workout and enhances coordination. Shimmy combos or choreography will be taught if time is allotted. Get ready to sweat!

12 - 1 LUNCH (On Your Own)

1-2:30pm: “VEIL CHOREOGRAPHY”
Once you learn how to play with and facilitate the veil, you'll be able to put it all together in a beautiful veil choreography.

2:45 - 4:15pm: "AFRO-BRAZILIAN / SAMBA"
Brazilian Samba is one of Sadie and Kaya's most requested classes and workshops. This workshop will break down some of the most popular moves and foot patterns in the Samba noPe`, the soloist dance seen at Rio's Carnaval and in many night clubs in Brazil, as well as many of the traditional Afro-Brazilian movements and add them together in exciting choreography or short combinations. Get ready to have a great time, burn some serious calories and add some spice to your dance vocabulary.

**JOIN WAMEDA TODAY FOR GREAT SAVINGS!! **

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Moon Over Morocco in Santa Barbara by Alexandra King

Aruba — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:43:53 GMT

Has anyone been to this workshop/show? What's the attendance and what are the vendors like....bellydance, world market, etc??

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"I dance..."

gladygirl — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 22:40:10 GMT

I dance because it makes me happy.

I dance for my health.

I dance to be closer to the divine.

I dance because it makes me feel beautiful.

I dance to celebrate life!
_____________________________________________________________
Why do you dance?

I'd like to know. I'm going to be embarking on a photo project where I'd like to explore this question. How will this work, you ask? The project will involve a portrait of you, the dancer. You will be asked to wear your favorite costume or dance gear. After about a 30 minute session in front of my lens, you will be asked to complete the sentence, " I dance..." I will then digitally incorporate your quote into your image to create a finished piece. The end goal is to have a "photo essay" of sorts that can be shown at various venues.

What I'd like to know is:

Are you interested in participating in this project?

You will receive a finished digital copy of your image as a thank you for your participation. I used to dance, and sometimes still do. I know what dance meant and means to me. I dance because it makes me happy. Why do you dance?

Watch for further details.

**Please message me with your contact information if you'd like to participate.**

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Aruba's Oasis Sandal Sale

Aruba — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 19:09:25 GMT

Through May 15, all 14 colors of Oasis Sandals are $5.00 off per pair!
This is normally a discount reserved for troupes. Check out the web-site and then contact me via email for your discount price.
Please mention this advertisement in your email.
Summer's coming! Put yourself in the most comfortable and beautiful dance sandal out there!

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Tribal Cuff bracelets

Anita — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 17:00:07 GMT

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=260227640827&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&ih=016

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NYC Dancer Visiting SF April 21-24... :->

tandava — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 03:24:28 GMT

Hi Everyone!

I'm a NY-based dancer who is coming to SF for the first time in..uh.. about 35 years. :-P And I was wondering if anyone could recommend any fun evening events from Monday 4/21 through Thurs 4/24 -- any style, genre, etc. -- but family-friendly, please, since I may be bringing my friend's 15yo daughter.

Thanks!!

-Tandava