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Saturday, April 16, 2016 in Fredericksburg, VA  Want to expand your dance repetoire? Interested in Egyptian folkloric styles? Join Blythe and Kiyaana, experienced instructors and dedicated students of Faten Salama, to learn to dance with a shamadan, the dramatic candelabra used to lead wedding processions, and the assaya (cane), the women’s prop for Saidi.   12 noon…

I’m thrilled to present an evening of bellydance performances on October 14 in downtown Fredericksburg! This show will feature professional, hobbyist, and various levels of student dancers, all presenting dances inspired by those in the Middle East. Performers include several of my students (Yaalini, Jessy, Katrina, et al) and guests Suzana Nour, Kawakib, Prism Dancers,…

We’re raising money for Hope House! Join us Saturday, May 7, 2:30 at Aladin on Rte 17 in Fredericksburg, VA. We’ll have performances, raffle prizes, a shimmy contest, and all sorts of other bellydance fun.

Music I’m loving right now: Bellydance Seduction (check out Nesrin dancing to it here) This long track has a classic Vintage Oriental (or American Cabaret) continuous fast-slow-fast-slow-etc. set-up. It really takes you on a journey of musical variety with a live band, Middle Eastern club in the 70’s/80’s feel.  Dancer Norma of Detroit recently said on Bhuz,…

Hope the New Year is off to a great start!  I’m really excited about getting back in the swing with classes next Monday & Tuesday, January 7 & 8. It’s always fun to see returning students and meet new ones. As always, you have two options – regular bellydance classes on Monday nights at Strictly…

New shirt design! Currently available only from Zazzle.com. Available in heather gray or white.