Sahra Saeeda Kent
in Winnipeg, November 2011
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Nicola, Fire in the Belly Productions, & Spice Road Belly Dance present...
We loved her so much; she’s back by popular demand!
Sahra Saeeda Kent
World-renowned dancer, teacher, choreographer, and
dance ethnographer
April 13-15, 2012
Ms. Kent's superb dancing, her in-depth teaching techniques and her wide knowledge of dance have earned her the respect of dancers and ethnographers worldwide. She has spent many years working and researching in Egypt and is generous with sharing her knowledge with fellow dancers, enthusiasts, educators, anthropologists and historians. Her courses have been presented in variety of settings, from universities to dance studios. Sahra's methods bestow appreciation and understanding of Egyptian dance, as well as authentic techniques. Come learn with the one of the best! Spaces are limited!
All interested participants are welcome.
You do not want to miss the lovely Sahra Saeeda!!
Sahra Saeeda is one of few American dancers I would go out of my way to attend a workshop with. She is one of the best instructors I have had the pleasure of learning from and I have been to over 30 workshops with top instructors. She is at the top of my list!
I have attended two workshops with Sahra previously; I travelled to Regina in 2000 and then Calgary in 2007. Both workshops were well worth it. I am so pleased that Nicola and Spice Road Bellydance have decided to bring Sahra Saeeda to Winnipeg!! Especially for her new, ”Journey through Egypt” series of courses. This saves me (as well as others) so much money and time by not having to travel outside the city and taking time off work to attend.
I hope many of you (especially performers and instructors), will help support these workshops and/or the show. The more successful these events are, the better our chances of sponsors continuing to bring in “A-List” dancers into our city for the benefit of our local dance community. There are very few events like this here. A serious dancer wants to learn from the best! Please show your support by attending.
~ Za’ina Dilshad
Check out Sahra on YouTube
Orient Express 4
Gala Show
Staring Sahra Saeeda
"This was grace and artistry and dignity, this was mystery
and sensuality, the movements that have lasted through the
ages and still mean something..." Pleasant Gayman
Los Angeles Reader, April 22, 1994
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Saturday April 14
doors 7:30, show 8 pm
Tickets: advance $20;
at the door $25,
Venue TBA
Performers welcome! Dancers from Orient Express 1, 2, or 3, Journey Through Egypt, or
Club Bellydance need only apply by March 15. Others by live or DVD audition, due by March 15. Performers do not require a ticket but must also be registered in the workshop(s). Photographs will be taken by a paid photographer and video of
the show made available.
Please contact Nicola for information.
Egyptian Belly Dance Master Class
Get a “tune up”! Sahra will put us through our paces with raks sharqi technique aimed at performers and
advanced/serious students.
Schedule:
Check in/shopping: 5:30 pm
Class : 6:00-9:00 pm
Sorry, dinner not included. We’re there to dance.
Times may be adjusted at Sahra’s discretion.
Location:
Au Set, N-1045 St. James St. @ Ellice Ave.
(map on Nicola’s site)
Workshop Fees:
Early Bird (paid by Feb 15) |
Regular (paid by March 31) |
Late |
| early bird is now closed. |
Limit of 12. Serious dancers only, please.
due to life-threatening allergies
No perfume/fragrances or peanut products at any events.
Egyptian Belly Dance Technique Workshop
Egyptian Dance Workshops
Sahra’s unique abilities to explain, demonstrate, and truly teach how to dance Egyptian-style as the Egyptians do is remarkable. Lovely, learned, and gracious, she is world-renowned as both a performer and teacher, and has won numerous performance, choreographic, and teaching awards and accolades. Sahra enjoys true respect from her fellow master-level dancers and is one of the most beloved teachers in the world. Come learn with the one of The Best!
Sahra will be teaching both Egyptian folkloric and raks sharqi (bellydance) techniques.
Specific topics will be decided soon!
-geared for intermediates but enthusiastic beginners are welcome and encouraged
-please wear a noiseless hip scarf in good repair
-kindly arrive on time and remain in room during instructional time
Schedule:
shopping/registration 9-10 am
workshop 10 am-12:30 pm
break/shopping/registration 12:30-1:30 pm
workshop 1:30-4 pm
shopping (time permitting) 4-5 pm
Times may be adjusted at Sahra’s discretion.
Location:
TBA--early registrants will be updated once it is confirmed.
Workshop Fees:
Early Bird (paid by Feb 15) |
Regular (paid by March 31) |
Late |
due to life-threatening allergies
No perfume/fragrances or peanut products at any events.
Vending
Vending may be available before/after workshops as well as Lunch/Dinner breaks. Contact Nicola at (204)957-7520 for more information.
Contact Nicola to book and receive a Paypal invoice,
or pay by cheque upon your arrival.
About Sahra Seeda Kent
Sahra Saeeda Kent has performed and taught Egyptian style Orientale (belly) and Folkloric dance on five continents. Originally from the Los Angeles, Calif. area, Sahra lived, danced and researched in Egypt from 1989 to 1995. The "Sahra Show" performed over 1600 shows in Cairo, Egypt alone, and included Egyptian musicians, singers, folkloric dancers and authentic Saidi musicians. The "Sahra Show" can be seen on "Sahra Saeeda" video/ DVD, "Ahlan, Ahlan" video and "Sahra-Direct from Cairo"; and can be heard on the CD's "Sahra Saeeda", "Music for Egyptian Dance" and "Layali Zaman". She has since been teaching and performing Egyptian and Folkloric dance around the world. Sahra has academic degrees in both Dance and Cultural Anthropology along with a MA in Dance Ethnology from UCLA. Ms. Kent approaches Egyptian dance from both movement study and with a sensitivity to its cultural context. Her teaching is inspiring, insightful and illuminating. She returns to Egypt yearly to continue her research.
More about Sahra can be found on her website: www.sahrasaeeda.com
Accomodations & Attractions
While staying in Winnipeg, here are some places to check out!
Inn at The Forks
Located at the Forks National Park, with the Forks Market, Children's Museum, Goldeyes baseball, Johnston Terminal, Union Station, and St. Boniface all walking distance away. Great food. Spa located on premises.
75 Forks Market Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3C 0A2
Tel: (204) 942-6555
Toll-free (North America): 1-877-377-4100
Fax: (204) 942-6979
Email:
info@innforks.com OR reservations@innforks.com
Website: www.innforks.com
Fort Garry Hotel
Home of Ten Spa, with its authentic Turkish hamam, the Palm Room, one of Winnipeg's best lounges, and great eating. Historic downtown vistas and walking distance to many attractions.
222 Broadway
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada R3C 0R3
Tel: 204-942-8251
Toll Free: 1-800-665-8088
Fax: 204-956-2351
Email: ftgarry@fortgarryhotel.com
Website: www.fortgarryhotel.com
Fairfield Inn & Suites
http://www.fairfieldinnandsuiteswinnipeg.com/?gclid=CKH06LOt8KoCFWgCQAodUjtSPg
Clarion Hotel
http://www.clarionhotel.com/hotel-winnipeg-canada-CN396?sid=xDCJb.70YGOgyg7.19
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