Middle-Eastern Dance in New England

June

June 2008
11
Wednesday

(MA) Middle-Eastern Dance Night at the Grog Location: Grog Restaurant, Middle St., Newburyport Link: Link Name

Fundraiser for Newburyport Adult Ed and featuring alumnae of the Newburyport Adult Ed bellydance classes. First dancer on at 8. $5.00 FMI or if you want to dance at this contactLeodunya 978.590.0974

June 2008
20
Friday

7:00 pm (MA) The House of Shimmy Location: The Jr. Roseland Ballroom (upstairs at The Hong Kong City Restaurant) 174 Broadway/rte 138, Taunton Link: Ancient Art Studios

Our June headliner is none other than the one and only, Amina Delal! Steeped in the music scene from back when there actually was a hot scene in Boston, Ms. Delal is also known for her educational, music critiques and discussion printed regularly in Middle Eastern Dance in New England Magazine. Debuting their talents on this stellar night will also be Jennifer, Phyllis and Rianna! Live music, buffet supper, vending. $28.00 in advance. $35.00 at door. Kids: $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Purchase a

Downloads:

June House of Shimmy.txt

June 2008
21
Saturday

(MA) Dancing into the Light, with Sacred Source Belly Dance Location: Sacred Source Studio, 72 Stone Place, Melrose Link: Sacred Source Studio

Let’s celebrate the longest day of the year! Together, we will explore the most joyous and uplifted elements of our dance form. In this afternoon workshop, we will experiment with traveling steps, hip work, zills, veil and spinning, and their myriad andvaried uses throughout a dance routine. Come, dance your way into the light. $50.00 FMI: 781.301.1333 or lareinal@earthlink.net

June 2008
22
Sunday

11:00 am (MA) Workshop with Katia: Malaya Leff Location: Paulette's Ballet Studio, 190 Oak St., Newton Link: Katia of Boston

The humorous style of dance from Alexandria using the traditional Egyptian Malaya as an instrument of flirtation and fun! $75 advance registration. FMI: katiaboston1@aol.com

4:00 pm (CT) Turkish Belly Dance with Sabrin Location: 1278 Main St., Watertown Link: Mango Tree Fitness Center

Sabrina will teach you basic, intermediate, and advanced Turkish Belly Dance techniques to the Chiftelli and Karsilama rhythms. It is suggested that you bring a 1/2 circle skirt and your zills although it is not required. $35 before June 21, $40 at the door. Hafli follows workshop. FMI: 860.417.6160 or princesslydia314@aol.com

Downloads:

Turkish Belly Dance Technique Workshop.doc

June 2008
27
Friday

(CT) Fusion Belly Dance Salon and Dance Party Location: Black Rock Arts Center, 2838 Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport Link: Joy Dances

Monthly event resumes. Performances from 7:30 - 9:00 pm by Adina, Tava, Joy and more, then open dancing with music by DJs Manny and Dave. $6.00. FMI: joydance@joydances.com

July

July 2008
13
Sunday

(MA) Boston Chapter NBDA presents Riskallah Riyad Location: Ancient Art Studios, 590 Berkley St., Berkley Link: Ancient Art Studios

Focus on Oriental style. Riskallah will teach an Oriental choreography. Workshop til 4:00, show 5:00 - 7:00 pm. FMI: Phaedra @ 781.329.1484 or maryanna@ziplink.net; Erzuli @ 617.686.1863 or erzulie@erzuliedancer.com

Downloads:

riskallahflyercolor-1.pdf

July 2008
19
Saturday

(RI) Morocco's Magic Location: The Dancing Spirit Studio, 1759 Main Rd., Tiverton Link: The Dancing Spirit

Join the famous Morocco and Tarik in Tiverton, as they teach hip Articulation technique, Basic Zill technique and a short upbreat routine w/ zills. See Sunday's listing for the day's lessons. Sat - $80, Sun - $80; both days $150.00
Sat eve show - Location TBA - $15 at door, $10/children 12 & under. FMI: barb@thedancing spirit.com

July 2008
20
Sunday

(RI) Morocco's Magic Location: The Dancing Spirit Studio, 1759 Main Rd., Tiverton Link: The Dancing Spirit

Join the famous Morocco and Tarik in Tiverton. Learn basic slow movements & a beautiful romantic slow routine to "Khalik Fakimy."
Tarik will teach a different upbeat routine in his Sat/ Sun afternoon classes Sat - $80, Sun - $80; both days $150.00
FMI:barb@thedancing spirit.com

9:30 am (MA) Belly Dance Extravaganza in Memory of Rose Champagne Location: KOC Hall, 1599 Memorial Drive, Chicopee Link: Troube Sahibat

Live Music, dinner, student and pro dancers, raffles and vendors. $40 in advance. FMI: ferroni_karen@holyokehealth.com

July 2008
26
Saturday

(MA) Bozenka in Boston! A Raqs Sharki Workshop Location: Green St. Studios (Studio 1), 185 Green St., Cambridge Link: Meiver

Advanced Oriental technique and choreography. Hosted by Meiver. $70 by July 6th, $80 at door (space permitting). To register: send email with your name, address, phone and pay via Paypal: ($70.00 + 2.33 transaction fee: $72.33); send payments to arabiyya@gmail.com. Contact me if you want to send a check /money order. FMI: Meiver -- arabiyya@gmail.com or 781.962.1983.

August

August 2008
2
Saturday

(MA) Khaleegy Women's Dance and Women's Culture Location: Ancient Art Studios, 590 Berkley St., Berkley Link: Ancient Art Studios

With Kay Hardy Campbell. Khaleegy dancing in a group of women is a blast. Sparkly Thobes, available to borrow or for sale, are used as glittery props in the dance. Kay, a kind, and highly educated teacher will also impart fascinating and enriching culture, music and costume discussion from her years of living in Saudi Arabia. $40 in advance. $50 at the door. FMI: 508.822.6449 or bahirra@ancientartstudios.com. Call to pay in advance with CC or send check to Ancient Art Studios, 590 Berkley St, Berkley, MA

September

September 2008
13
Saturday

(ME) Kahaz Productions event Location: Brick Church, Union St., Bangor Link: Kahaz Productions

Planning on series of mini-workshops, vending, and a big theatrical show. FMI: kahazs@gmail.com.

September 2008
14
Sunday

(ME) Kahaz Productions event Location: Brick Church, Union St., Bangor Link: Kahaz Productions

Planning on series of mini-workshops, vending, and a big theatrical show. FMI: kahazs@gmail.com.

(MA) Workshop with Katia: Karsilama Location: Paulette's Ballet Studio, 190 Oak St., Newton Link: Katia of Boston

Turkish gypsy dance. $75 advance registration. FMI: katiaboston1@aol.com

September 2008
20
Saturday

(MA) Elena Lentini and Joe Williams Location: Stoneham Senior Center, 136 Elm Street, Stoneham

Announcing a very special duo in seminar and show coming from New York City to Stoneham, MA. Visit their websites at www.elenalentini.com and www.DelsarteProject.com. Save the dates. Details about class times, tutition, Saturday night show and tickets will be forthcoming. FMI: dorotheastudios@hotmail.com

September 2008
21
Sunday

(MA) Elena Lentini and Joe Williams Location: Stoneham Senior Center, 136 Elm Street, Stoneham

October

October 2008
11
Saturday

(VT) A Tapestry of Middle-Eastern Dance with Katia Location: Capital City Grange, Montpelier Link: Sabah Dance

Hosted by Sabah. 2-day workshop and Sat eve. show. FMI: 802.563.2292 or shari@sabahdance.com

October 2008
12
Sunday

(VT) A Tapestry of Middle-Eastern Dance with Katia Location: School of Contemporary Dance, Montpelier Link: Sabah Dance

Hosted by Sabah. 2-day workshop and Sat eve. show. FMI: 802.563.2292 or shari@sabahdance.com

November

November 2008
2
Sunday

11:00 am (MA) Workshop with Katia: Bedouin Dance Location: Paulette's Ballet Studio, 190 Oak St., Newton Link: Katia of Boston

Technique and short dance. $75 advance registration. FMI: katiaboston1@aol.com

November 2008
8
Saturday

(NB) Desert Magick presents Amar Gamal Location: Hotel Courtenay Bay, Saint John, New Brunswick Link: Desert Magick

2 day workshop and Saturday night performance. FMI: 506.847.8764 or lorena@desertmagick.ca

November 2008
9
Sunday

(NB) Desert Magick presents Amar Gamal Location: Hotel Courtenay Bay, Saint John, New Brunswick Link: Desert Magick

2 day workshop and Saturday night performance. FMI: 506.847.8764 or lorena@desertmagick.ca

(MA) Joharah and Snakedance Theater Production Location: Regent Theater, 7 Medford St., Arlington Link: Joharah and Snakedance Theater

FMI: johara@joharasnakedance.com