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The Lebanese Legend
AMANI - London show and
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Friday 7th March 2008 - "Friday 7th March 2008 - "The international Lebanese dancer Amani performs a
bouquet of fiery, passionate & spellbinding dance. Joined by select local
supporting performers, Amani shares the 5-star oriental dance standards she
has delivered across the middle east & worldwide from Las Vegas to Sun City.
A spectacular night of theatrical dance, Amani performs oriental, balady & percussions. Supporting acts perform ancient Egyptian style temple dance & Lebanese dabke.
In London for just one night!" - Shaw Theatre (Euston N1), show 8pm, tickets £35. (Buy 5 or more tickets at reduced price of £25 each)
For your UNIQUE chance to study with Amani in London, book her workshops on Sunday 9th March 2008!
12pm - 13.30 - "Oriental Expression- Amani's style" - cost £40
14 - 15.30 - "Persian Bandari" - cost £40
If both workshops are booked then a double discount offer of £75 total for both workshops applies.
Double workshop + show deal - if all three events booked then double workshop + show discount applies - all three events for total of £100.
Workshop location - The Place, 17 Duke's Road, London, WC1H 9PY.
To book please visit Beverley's website at www.ishtar.moonfruit.com
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bargains! |
For this
edition of the newsletter, I've scoured the various
online UK-based and international souks looking for some great bargains
for you....and I only chose sites that I *know* are
personally 100% genuine.
From Meleea's Shopping Bazaar - Meleea is having a sale on her VHS videos - these videos are in NTSC format - most TV's and VHS players made in the last 5 years will play NTSC videos without any problems, so take advantage of Meleea's special clearout sale!
Choose from the following titles, all priced at only $15 (approximately £7.50 GBP) each plus shipping. Normally $25. DVD's of these are available on request at regular price of $25 plus shipping.
"Super Fans" - Learn to dance with and incorporate fan veils into stunning routines! Video includes instruction on making your own unique fan veils.
"Between The Veils" - Meleea will give you a private lesson in the use of large semi-circular veils.
"Fantasy Feather Fans" - Meleea will show you how to dance with the peacock/pheasant edged fans as well as the larger ostrich feather fans.
"Feather Your Nest" - Sequel to Fantasy Feather Fans, Feather Your Nest contains 8 performances by Meleea & her students with feather fans & feather masks and all new poses, manipulations and combinations.
"Flickering Flames" - dancing with hand candles, performance, moves and combinations, instruction and safety tips.
"Sword Play" - An introduction to sword for intermediate/advanced dancers!
"Tray Chic" - learn to dance with a tray of candles/incense. Tips, instruction, moves, combinations and more!
"Navel Maneuvers" - Audience participation/involvement is challenging. If you keep it simple, family oriented, and fun, you will please your customers and attain repeat/follow-up gigs.
From the Forbidden Fruits Bazaar Sales
page - I was impressed by the great range of
items on their sales page, offers on various types of
types of tops, hip belts, skirts and harem pants, and
lots of other sale goodies as well. My hot pick is their
lycra
hip belt by the top Egyptian designer Hanan. Was
£35 now £24.75 plus p+p.
The
Forbidden Fruits Bazaar website can be found at www.forbiddenfruitsbazaar.com
My
next find is the sales page from the Farida Dance festival and folkwear
page - buying an Eman Zaki costume in the UK
can easily cost you £350 or more... if you want
something by Eman but don't have a big wad of cash to
splash, then Farida have a fantastic folkloric dress with
modern styling at £165 plus p+p.
The
Farida Dance website can be found at www.faridadance.com
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This month's CD & DVD recommendations |
AMAYA'S DANCER'S ODYSSEY (HMC1338)
This multi-purpose CD is excellent for teachers, students and perfomers. It is a wonderful collection of different styles of music, featuring a full Egyptian style routine with drum solo, 5 techno remixes, a collection of Gitano-Arabe tracks, and several classic Middle Eastern songs essential for studio studies. All separate tracks making the CD easy to use in your performances/teaching work. Highly recommended!
Available in the UK from Aladdins Cave or direct from Amaya in New Mexico.
GAWAHER - "A CHOREOGRAPHY IN THE EGYPTIAN STYLE" - HABIBA (USA)
Although not a commercially produced production, Habiba's video does have good production quality and is professional presented. It is geared towards intermediate/advanced dancers.
The music used in this DVD is clearly listed both on the packaging, and on the actual DVD itself, together with information on where to purchase the CD from. Habiba teaches an Egyptian style choreography to Samy Farag's "Gawaher" from his album "Midnight Magic" which is 15 and a half minutes long. Don't let the length of the music put you off! (See explanation further down).
THIS DVD HAS THE BEST EDITING I'VE EVER SEEN, EVER.
The main menu is very clearly laid out - you can either play the entire DVD, watch the live stage performance of the choreography, learn the choreography, or view the credits. Teaching of the choreography has been divided into 11 very easy to follow parts - the teaching part of the choreography has divided by the various rhythms/styles contained in the music, for example "part 1 the opening", "part 2 malfuf", "part 3 maqsoum", "Taqsim 1" etc - an act of brilliance, helping the student dancer become familiar with the rhythms in the piece while learning the choreography. Each "part" of the choreography has three sub-sections "Elements, Walk Thru" and "With the music".
Although at first glance the secondary menu seems very busy, in fact this means it's very easy to get to the *exact* part of the choreography you want to learn, and you can just choose the bits you want to do, so you don't have to keep winding forward to back, or keep *repeating talk throughs* and walk throughs you've already gone over.
In the teaching section, Habiba stands against a white background wearing a black unitard and hip belt. Although she doesn't break down each step in detail, she does some helpful tips for the more difficult movements. The choreography itself fits the music beautifully, and is dynamic with lots of different elements, and I found because Habiba's choreography fitted the music so well, I didn't have trouble remembering "what comes next". I liked Habiba's teaching style - she gets across the elements of the choreography very effectively, and without waffling. I was very impressed the the very professional standard of her teaching.
As I said earlier, don't be at put off by the fact that the entire choreography is 15 and a half minutes long. The brilliant way that Habiba has put the choreography together in rhythmical sections means that you can in fact use most of the sections by theirselves as individual short choreographies, and easily edit the music down using Habiba's structure to create shorter versions of the choreography etc. Habiba's skill at choreographing and understanding of the music means each section of the choreography has a "complete" feel about it, so, if you do this, it won't really feel like there's part of the dance missing - also the music contains two drum solos which also can be used individually if you edit the music.
Excellent value for money, "concise and precise" teaching style, well structured choreography - you can learn a lot from Habiba using this DVD! Highly recommended!
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Dance tips from the webmistress |
My tip for this newsletter is to visit Habiba of Philadelphia's website. Habiba has placed many of her collected writings online for the benefit of belly dancers and scholars. Lots of fascinating articles about the Ghawazee of Egypt. All articles are for personal use only.
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BELLY DANCE IN THE NORTH OF THE UK AND BEYOND.....
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THE TRIBAL
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Exploring the Phenomenon that is
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AMANI OF LEBANON!
March 7th and 9th 2008 - London show and workshops!
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New from Meleea -
affordable large ostrich floss fans!
Just $50 per fan + shipping!
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NEW VIDEO FROM MELEEA! "SUPER FANS - A COMPLETE GUIDE TO FAN
VEILS"www.beledi.com |
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Upcoming UK events and
workshops |
FOR MOST RECENTLY UPDATED EVENT LISTINGS CLICK HERE
12th January - THE BRIDE OF DRACULA
A classic tale retold... an entrancing fusion of Middle Eastern dance and Gothic drama featuring many of Kent's finest belly dancers.
In a small town in Transylvania, night falls, wolves howl and Vampyric creatures crawl out from their lair, intrigued by the smell of human flesh. Dracula awakes, looking for fresh innocent blood to satiate his unquenchable desire...
Performances at 14.30pm and 19.30pm - ticket price £12.50.
JAG Dance Academy 01622 685190 www.jag-dance.com or Hazlitt Box Office 01622 758611 www.hazlitttheatre.co.uk
Some scenes may be unsuitable for children, parental guidance recommended.
19th January - GRAND HAFLA WITH AZIZA (USA)
All workshops with Aziza are now SOLD OUT! Tickets still available for the hafla!
Grand Hafla at the Fairfield Halls, Croydon 7.30pm - midnight ticket price is £22.
This will be the highlight of Aziza's visit, a grand hafla starring the lady herself! Aziza will be supported by a fabulous line-up featuring Khaled Mahmoud, Ozgen Ozgec, Fereshteh Hosseini, Shona Hagan, Angela Wooi, Emma Chapman, Pamela Austin, Chantel Phillips, Johara, Mia Serra's Bellydance Allstars, Isis and of course, organiser Charlotte Desorgher. What a night! Watch two fantastic performance sets, shop at Aladdin's Cave bazaar, have a henna tatoo and dance until midnight to our live drummer and DJ.
Ticket price includes light food. The Fairfield Halls are within close walking distance of East Croydon station. Trains take 15 minutes from London Victoria or London Bridge and run regularly until late. If you are driving, there is ample parking at the halls. For hafla tickets please send a cheque payable to hipsinc to Corrinna Goodman, hipsinc, 132 Godstone Road, Whytleafe, Surrey, CR3 0EB. Please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope.
31st January - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
3rd February - THE JEWELS OF THE NILE SHOW
7.45pm @ Luton Library Theatre, St.Georges Square , Luton, Beds. LU1 2NG.
A fabulous 2 hr evening show of Middle Eastern dance, with over 30 dancers and featuring some of the best of the U.K's Bellydance stars. Such as the legendary Josephine Wise and the International Egyptian dancer Shafeek Ibrahim.
8/9/10th February - TRIBALONDON
A 3 day event of Tribal and Tribal Fusion Bellydance, hosted by the Tribal members of the Bellydance Superstars and special guests, to take place at Shoreditch Town Hall, London. Attractions include: an abundance of dance workshops for all ranges and ability, Tribal Souk and Bar, The chance to show us your moves on the Open Stage and a very special and exclusive performance by the Tribal dancers of the Bellydance Superstars on Saturday night!
10th February - TURKISH WORKSHOPS WITH OZGEN
Location:
Aylesford Community Centre
25 Forstal Road
AYLESFORD, KENT
ME20 7AU
11am to 1pm: Turkish Ottoman Dance
An exotic dance inspired by the slave girls entrance to the Harem to face the Sultan. Please bring a veil.
2pm to 4pm: Turkish Gypsy 9/8
Deepen your knowledge of this beautifully passionate style of authentic Romani gypsy dance, using the typical 9/8 rhythm.
Prices
One workshop: £17.50, both workshops special discounted price of £30.
Please bring a packed lunch. Tea, coffee & biscuits will be provided. There will also be a Bazaar, so bring cash or cheque books for your shopping.
Places must be pre-booked - use our online booking page or send a cheque made payable to Mrs C. Bartholomew to:
Sevenveils
23 Slatin Road,
Rochester
Kent ME2 3AU
Contact info@sevenveils.co.uk for more information.
28th February - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
29 February to 2 March - MAJMA FESTIVAL
Raheesha and the Desert Divas invite you to join them for Majma's 10th anniversary. Held in the mystical town of Glastonbury. Among the highlights planned for Majma 2008 are:
Friday's teachers' gala performance evening featuring special guests Ultra Gypsy and Ava Fleming
Friday night birthday disco with DJ Paul
Saturday night's South West premiere of Strictly Bellydance by the Tarab Dance Company and music by The Nile Band
Pre-dinner entertainment with live music and show on Saturday
Sunday's Shimmy-On finale
Shopping galore at Majma's massive souk
Plus two nights of fantastic food...and of course birthday cake!
7/8th March - AMANI OF LEBANON IN LONDON!
Show at the Shaw Theatre and your unique chance to study with Amani in workshops in London.
6-8th March - MOVE IT 2008
In March 2008 the UK's biggest dance exhibition will bring together every style of dance under one roof for three amazing days.
At MOVE IT 2008 you can catch 100 spectacular performances, take part in 160 exciting dance classes and learn more about dance at a series of in-depth seminars. Also meet up to 150 exhibitors offering the latest dance information, advice and products. Everything you need to know about dance and much, much more!
With more exhibitors, more dance classes and a bigger venue - visit MOVE IT 2008 and experience the breathtaking range of dance styles from bollywood to ballroom, jazz to street, ballet to salsa.
8/9th March - HOSSAM & SERENA RAMZY WORKSHOPS
8th March, 12-6pm - Bedouin Tribal dance from Egypt - a workshop exploring the various earthy moves and traditional dance styles of the Egyptian Bedouins scattered across the Shahara. Depicting the contemporary life styles of the Tribal Bedouins, you will learn the dance steps they use in their wedding celebrations, which will be taught in a special choreography by Serena recently presented in the DVD "Bedouin Tribal Dance".
9th March, 12-6pm - Special choreography breakdown of Serena's drum solo to Hossam's "My Brazilian Pearl" from the CD "Sabla Tolo II". Fusing sounds and moves from Egypt, Brazil and Tunisia, the Arabian Gulf together with the heart and soul of Africa.
£45 per workshop or book both days at a special discounted price of £80. To book e-mail ramzystore@btconnect.com
Workshop location - Dance Attic Studios, 386 North End Road, Fulham, SW6 1LY
No coin belts please
27th March - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
28-30th March -
WORKSHOPS WITH SADIE (USA, IAMED)
Location : Swan Pool Studios, London Road, Buckingham.
A series of workshops and guest performances with Sadie, Maria D'Silva, Guy Schalom, Lynne Chapman and Vivienne Radfar, all teaching and performing.
Sadie will be teaching the following workshops:
Drum solo masterclass (Friday 28th March)
Veil Bonding (Saturday 29th March)
Shimmy Time (Saturday 29th March)
Diva Within (Sunday 30th March
Afro Brazilian Samba (Sunday 30th March)
28/29/30th March - EGYPTIAN MOONLIGHT
Weekend of workshops and shows with international dance stars, held in Littlehampton, Sussex -
Asmahan top dancer in Egypt
Lubna Eman Master teacher from Cairo
Mohamed Kazafy Master teacher from Cairo
with a suprise guest singer from Cairo Yasser El-Swery
Khaled Mahmoud Master teacher from Cairo/England
plus top dancers from Great Britain and Europe
Venue: The Windmill Entertainment Centre
The Green, Littlehampton
West Sussex
Tickets for the shows will be on sale at the Box Office price £16.
Box Office Tel. No: 01903 722224
5th April- SADIE (USA, IAMED) - WORKSHOPS & HAFLA
Location:
Tadley Community Centre
Newchurch Road
Tadley (Nr Reading/Basingstoke)
Workshops:
11.30 - to 2pm - Locks, Pops & Shimmies
3pm to 5.30pm - Drum Solo
Hafla - performances by Sadie and a talented line up of supporting artistes.
Special Early Bird Prices available. For more information visit the website - www.afraalkahira.com or email afra@afraalkahira.com
12/13th April 2008 - JEWEL OF YORKSHIRE
Location:
Victoria Hall
Saltaire,West Yorkshire
Email Contact: theshimmyshop@hotmail.co.uk
Over 45 workshops - hafla/show - souk
Aida Noor - Leyla Jouvana & Roland plus many more top teachers......
Booking form for JoY 7 will be out in October.
Get your booking form at JoY 6 or online.
24th April - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
29th May- PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
23rd-25th May - TRIBAL FORD, NORTHUMBERLAND
13th-15th June - RAQS BRITTANIA
Weekend of workshops and shows with the fabulous Bellydance Superstars.
26th June - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
18-20th July - GOTHLA 2008
Details of venue, teachers and performers to be confirmed.
A feast of gothic bellydance for cabaret and tribal dancers alike over a full weekend, beginning with a hafla on Friday night and workshops all day Saturday and Sunday in Leicester, UK. Go Goth at the Darkscape club night on Saturday.
31st July - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
2nd August - WORKSHOPS WITH JIM BOZ
(DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED)
28th August - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
25th September - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
22-26th October - BELLYDANCE SUPERSTARS SHOW AND WORKSHOPS
Bellydance Superstars will be back in London for 5 days starting on October 22, 2008 at the Bloomsbury Theatre.
The shows will be accompanied by a full series of workshops across the weekend with the Bellydance Superstars and other great teachers, as well as a sales event with many different vendors for a full week of multifaceted Bellydance activities. The venue is yet to be confirmed, but will be in the near vicinity of the Bloomsbury Theatre, which will be the focal point of the weekend's entertainment. It promises to be a full week of Bellydance entertainment for the first time in Central London with easy access routes and many local hotels!
Other UK shows will be announced in the weeks prior or after this event.
They are currently looking at venues from Scotland to the South Coast, and these will be the only Bellydance Superstars performances in the UK in 2008 with the exception of Raqs Britannia. Please stay tuned for more details and information.
24-26th October - TRIBAL VIBE 2008
30th October - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
31 October-2nd November - CELEBRATING DANCE
Location:
Toorak Hotel
Chestnut Drive
Torquay, Devon
This year our international guest stars (back by very popular demand!) are Master Teacher Morocco of NYC and Dondi Dahlin.
Deposits are on sale now.
For more information visit the website - www.afraalkahira.com or email afra@afraalkahira.com
27th November - PLANET EGYPT SHOWCASE
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