CUSTOM HOUSE OF ESHTA 6-PIECE COSTUME Please read the whole listing before you email with questions…I think I’ve included nearly everything you could want to know. I had a little cry as I photographed and measured this beauty…my pain is your gain! Commissioned several years ago, Eshta made only 2 costumes with this sunset gradient…
Spend summer dance break smartly
I know, I know… you felt like you were just hitting stride and now session is done. There’s now a big, long, lonely break from classes and September seems so very, very far away. The weather is gorgeous– I know you’ll soon be sipping a cold drink or digging in your garden (like me) and…
I don’t know what level I am and don’t want to start over. / I feel like I’m not making progress.
These 2 concerns are very intertwined. Those of you who may have taken classes with me as recently as 2011 need to know that there’s been a big change in the way my classes are structured, as well as how I teach them. I used to offer a typical, Western-style, levelled class schedule — e.g….
Styles & stars of “bellydance” video clips
You can find a one-stop video clip library of the best of Egyptian dance at Sahra Saeeda Kent’s YouTube channel. A one-stop guide to get a clear and accurate picture of what this dance form should look like. Get a very clear idea of what Nicola does and doesn’t teach or perform. Understand Egyptian dance,…
Looking the Part: General Costuming Guidelines for Performance of Middle Eastern Dance
Students of Middle Eastern dance find out very soon into their studies that this is a costly dance form, with a world of deliciously sparkly, beautiful choices of costuming, both homemade and imported. The average student of the dance is in it as a hobby, and would be best advised to keep her spending modest…
Protocols and Expectations of Performing as a Pro, or, How To Avoid Stepping on Toes
This is an opinion piece. I won’t hide behind a pseudonym or pen name and pretend that the opinions belong to someone else. I also won’t apologize for the opinions. The opinions expressed below are done so very candidly for the intent of informing intermediate level dancers who may be interested in or intent upon…
Reflection on the Dance Manitoba Dance Festival, May 15 – April 2, 2005 (and beyond)
I had the pleasure of once again competing in the 25th annual provincial festival this year, my fifth time competing in my dance career. This festival is open to Dance MB members of any age who submit their names (and fees) to dance in the genres of Tap, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, Modern, Jazz, National…
Review: Advanced Workshop and Show with Dina of Cairo
Dina is the current reigning Queen of Raks Sharqi in Egypt. Known for her tight, tiny movements, saucy and unusual costumes, elaborate footwork, graceful sways, complex pulls, pops and undulations of the torso, and an all-around unique interpretation, she has developed a style that is unconventional, and very difficult to imitate. Share on Facebook Follow…
What You Need to Know Prior to Booking
What I Will Need From You, the Host: a private place to change and prepare, preferably with a mirror a safe, secure place for my belongings clear directions to the location, entrance, time, and any other event details (see “Questions”, below) payment upon arrival, in cash ( I will only accept cheques from organizations) Share…
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