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9-16-10 To Berlin and Back, Bridging Cultures Through Belly Dance by Jasmine June
In this way, he demonstrated that belly dance isn’t something that is defined by culture. Rather, it is an art form that can be perfected by anyone who puts their mind to it, and it’s an art form that can be used to bridge cultures rather than divide them. -
9-15-10 Sausan's Birthday Party Video report on the Community Kaleidoscope
On August 22, 2010, Sausan held a show featureing "fellow vintage dancers" including herself. She cooked a huge buffet. Enjoy the clips of these dancers: Asia, Alana, Una, Stasha, Amina Goodyear, Nisima, Neyehma and Zelina. We missed the others, Sorry! -
9-13-10 Visit Beirut! Peace Brings Prosperity and New Dancers by Mark Balahadia
However, it was now finally peaceful in Beirut this year. The Lebanese resiliency and ability to rebound from crises is what encourages many of its citizens to live life to the fullest extent, and this passion is what lures tourists and expatriates every year. -
9-10-10 Our London Scene: A Guide, Clubs, Events, and Resources by Anne White
Hi to all our state-side friends over “The Pond” and elsewhere! For those intending to visit London, I thought you would like a “What’s on in London?” guide to spice up any intended visit–whether now or future. -
9-7-10 Cult or Bellydance Class? Cartoon by Leela Corman
"Pity those who do not study on our path, for they know not what they do not know!" -
9-6-10 Saturday Gala Performance at the IBCC 2010, Photos and Video Collage, Photos by Samira, Video by GS Staff.
The Saturday Night Gala Performance of the International Bellydance Conference of Canada was held April 24, 2010 at the Ryerson Theatre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Video report consists of a collage of random clips caught of performances. Including: including:Arabesque Dance Company including Yasmina Ramzy, Delilah, Amel Tafsout, Zikrayat, Sera Solstice, Hadia, Ranya Renee & Co, Jillina, Sema Yildiz, Habeeba Hobeika Egyptian Dance Ensemble, and the Righteous Rogues. -
9-1-10 Expanding Traditional and Innovative Approaches, Report from the Theatrical Belly Dance Conference, Part 1: The Panel Discussions, by Thalia
As with any new label applied to the genre, a question of definition consistently arises from fans and skeptics of the burgeoning theatrical belly dance category. Wisely, the organizers have incorporated panel discussions in the Conference’s roster of events since its formation.
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8-30-10 SF Mecca Immersion 2009 Video report part 2: Glimpsesof Dances on the Community Kaleidoscope
On August 1, 2009 The SF Mecca Immersion held their Saturday Night Review at Broadway Studios in North Beach, San Francisco, CA. Performers include: Carolena Nericcio and FCBD, Jill Parker, Deb Rubin, Zoe Jakes, Kami Liddle, Fredrique, Cera Buyer, Kristina, Sister Kate. -
8-27-10 Identity Through Bellydance: An Arab Descendant's Viewpoint by Lynette Harper PhD
While some Arab women turn instead to ballet and western contemporary dance, others, like me, have embraced belly dance genres as a way to connect with our cultural heritage–only to disappear behind another veil, because Arab women dance artists in Canada are obscured within a huge belly dance community. -
8-26-10 Musical Instrument Tour Video with Tina Chancey
Director of Hesperus.org, Tina takes a moment from the camp’s busy schedule to tell us the difference characteristics of this style violin from one we normally see. She touches on the different posture used to play and also why she, a professional player of “Early music” is interested in how Arab music and style relates to what she normally plays. Footage captured in August 2008, at the Mendocino Woodlands, Middle Eastern Music and Dance Camp. -
8-25-10 Letting Go of the Towline, Surviving Dance Conflict! by Najia Marlyz
Still, even though our dance puts us into contact with beloved friends and creative people who bring us continual joy and renewal, Belly dance is also a powerful magnet for some people with serious mental and emotional problems beyond the scope of dance
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8-24-10 The Festival That Never Sleeps, The Costumers at the 2010 Ahlan Wa Sahlan Festival by Roza
There was one thing they all had in common: the most creative, cutting edge, couture related costumes! Egyptians have been making costumes for (possibly) thousands of years, and since Belly dance goes back 5,000 years; why not? They know how it should fit the body, move with the lines and motion, and creative geographic designs are, of course, a Middle Eastern staple. Here in Egypt, all costumes are handmade, one of a kind. The majority of these businesses are family owned, and it’s nice to know costume purchases are helping people in Egypt maintain both this craft and artistic skill and their families.
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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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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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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
Cassandra and Nesma after The Dark Nightengale
Video report from Sausan's Birthday Party
Shabnam and Mandanah in Vegas
Astryds Class in San Francisco
SF Mecca Video Review part 2: Dances
Surreyya recieves GS award at Carnival of Stars
Bert's Glenn dies
Leyla Lanty dancing at AWS Cairo fest
Sema and Bulent in Istanbul
New Letters
Nisima's response to Najia's fusion article
Rebaba's Queen of Denial appreciated
Jillina on Hallah Mustapha
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