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- 8-18-10 Nesma, Dancer of Passion Interview by Nina Poethen, Originally version published in “TANZ Oriental“, December 2006 in German
To manage the orchestra is quite complicated. They are all men and the dancer must always keep her distance from them. You have to use the service of a manager who is the intermediary between you and the other persons involved in the business. It is very important to have a good manager, a good professional and good person as well. And it is not so easy to find, I can tell you.
- 8-17-10 Personal Truths in Truth or Consequences New Mexico’s Floralia Festival 2010 by Surreyya
Many times a turn of events will bring us to another place to make a new beginning–a deep and sudden loss inspired my original journey to California, and two recent losses inspired my return back to the desert, opening wounds I nearly forgot existed. It was fortunate to have Floralia to attend; it served as a focus on something I enjoy with all my heart–dance.
- 8-16-10 A Weekend in the City of Riches, Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive 2009 Photos by Ben Zimmerman
The 7th Annual Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival took place on September 10-13, 2009 at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino. The event featured workshops & performances from Amaya, Jim Boz, Sharon Kihara, Suzanna Del Vecchio, Aubre, and Frederique. The event is produced by Samira Tu’Ala and her team.
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8-15-10 Inverting the Gaze, Medusa Dualities in Female Bellydance Performance and How the Gaze Continues to be Relevant Today by Shema
This is not so hard to understand when we consider that the representation of female sexuality has been so over-developed as to become almost a parody of itself.
- 8-12-10 Abdominal Freakish Delights: Aboard The Queen Mary! Photo Report from MECDA’s Cairo Caravan 2010, June 4-6, 2010 PAGE 1 AND PAGE 2 by Ma*Shuqa Mira Murjan and Carl Sermon
Staying onboard the ship Queen Mary makes the event special and a unique and amazing experience As you walk the long curved and richly carpeted halls, you realize that you really are aboard a stately ship–named after a queen–a ship that once sailed the Atlantic Ocean.
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8-4-10 Tribal Fusion Faire 2009 Photos by Michael Baxter
Alvilda, Anaar, Ayse, Belly Sema Dance Co, Blue Moon Haven, Daniella, Dark Raven, Epona, Evil Eye, Fat Chance and Sooz, Firefly, Gypsy Moon, Hiplash, Irina Xara, Jessica Martinez, Kalima Satori, Karma, Kashmir Isis, Kim and Andrea, Leyla Atwill, Madrid, Masha, Mikayla Taylor, Mirage.
- .8-1-10 The French Connection by Tasha Banat
Remember that the cabaret style of Belly Dance itself was considered a western cultural event and the night clubs of those days were only there to entertain invaders and their families, not the local people.
- 7-30-10 Morocco’s Four-Day Folk Fest
Schikhatt, Tunisian, Zar and Guedra, report by Mary
Schikhatt (a Moroccan word meaning "wise woman") is a dance performed before weddings at bridal parties as a way to "educate" the bride in the movements she would be expected to mimic on the wedding night.
- 7-23-10 Friday Night Performances at IBCC 2010, photos by Samira, video collage by GS staff
International Bellydance Conference of Canada April 23, 2010 at the Hungarian Canadian Cultural Centre in Toronto,Ontario, Canada. Performers include:
Raks Sahara, Ashira, Maryfar, Laura Bellydance, Daluah, Tribe Maya Fire, Sa'Diyya, Monique Ryan, Sabaya, A La Nar, Sarah Skinner, Akimi, Earth Shakers, Roshana Nofret, Sofia & Chanty, Ebony Qualls, Danza Della Luna.
Reviews
- 8-17-10 And I thought I Knew Him, Horacio Cifuentes: Confessions of a Male Belly Dancer Book Review by Amina Goodyear
Yes, I thought I knew Horacio Cifuentes, a San Francisco dancer who moved to Berlin to be with and wed Beata Zadou. After reading his book, I realized I really did not know him. The book, “Confessions of a Male Belly Dancer”, is exactly that. It is a self-produced autobiography written in a very sincere, almost shockingly honest way. It is personal and personable.
- 8-17-10 Tribal Videos Today, Tribal Fusions, Volume 2 from Bellydance Superstars
Tales of Desire from Hollywood Music Reviewed by Davina
It’s my belief, that as dancers, it’s good to keep up with what’s happening within the greater dance community, even if it doesn’t suit our taste or style. It’s especially important for dance instructors to recognize who the industry leaders are. It doesn’t matter if it’s Egyptian Raks Sharki or Flamenco/Gypsy/Zambra Mora or in this case, Tribal Fusion–knowing who is the current crème-de-la-crème will give you a stronger knowledge base from which to teach your students. Investing in one or two high-quality professionally made Tribal DVDs will add breadth to a dancers video collection.
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Oasis Dance Camps: North -Traverse City, Michigan, September 15 - 19; West - Vashon Island near Seattle Wash, October 6-10; South Retreat Dance Camp- Jekyll Island, Georgia, November 3-7; all feature Cassandra, Ava Fleming, Nicole LeCorgne. http://oasisdancecamp.com/
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Rakstar 2010, Oct 28-31, Miami, Florida! featuring Yousry Sharif, Asmahan, Amir Thaleb, Jillina ,Virginia & Karim Nagi. 5 legends, 4 days of workshops, 3 nights of events, including Rakstar Competition, Theatrical Production "ONE", & Fernando Corona Fashion Show! www.rakstar2010.com
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Unforgettable MED Professional Training For Dancers & Teachers with Nigma in Bali (Indonesia): Section I: Sept 3-12, Section II: Sept 17-26. Excellent course on a magical island. www.nigmabellydance.com/ProfessionalTraining.htm, nigma@el-oasis.org
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Desert Dance Festival 2010, Sept. 25-26 at S.E.S. Hall, Santa Clara, CA; Zahra Zuhair and Suzanna Del Vecchio workshops; visit www.desertdancefestival.com for details on dance slot reservations and mailing list sign up.
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Mohamed Hosseny 2010 Tour of US, Canada, and Venezuela, sponsored by Sharifwear! June through Sept. Check site for workshop date near you!. http://egyptianacademy.com
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MassRags Sept 24-26, 2010, Medford MA, Bozenka, Cassandra, Shadia, Meiver. Workshops, Panel, Showcase and Gala show, Register now- Early Bird rates available! http://www.massraqs.com/
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Bellydance travel and workshops in Turkey! Turkish Bellydance Team surrounds you with Turkish dance culture since 1996!
Join us in Sept 2010 for a 12 day tour, May 2011 Rom Festival in Istanbul. www.turkishbellydance.net
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Middle Eastern Treasures Concert, Sunday afternoon, October 24, Oakland,
CA: Mary Ellen's six piece Arabic Music Ensemble featuring Nazir Latouf; belly dancers Ahava and Diana; four high energy percussion ensemble pieces; guest artists, taico ensemble. Flyer at www.maryellendonald.com after September 20.
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Community Kaleidoscope
Surreyya recieves GS award at Carnival of Stars
Bert's Glenn dies
Leyla Lanty dancing at AWS Cairo fest
Sema and Bulent in Istanbul
Mo El Hosseny in San Francisco
NY's Theatrical BD Conference teaser photos
New Letters
Nisima's response to Najia's fusion article
Rebaba's Queen of Denial appreciated
Jillina on Hallah Mustapha
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