Bellydance Hafla at Byblos April 7, 2019

Mention that you “bellydance” and you’ll get all sorts of interesting reactions. There will be a few that hear “ballet dance”, so make sure you enunciate! Next, you may see a look of shock, nostalgia, fun, or puzzlement. To the shocked and puzzled, I sometimes try to explain how its origins are as a social…

Want to donate to Rappahannock CASA as part of our fundraising efforts this Saturday, but can’t make it to our event at Aladin? Please send the funds directly to me via PayPal, to kiyaana@kiyaana.com, without fees, & I will write a check to CASA for all funds received. Every $2 donated receives a raffle ticket….

Need a water jar (ballas) for your Fellahi dance performance? Real jars are heavy, you can buy lightweight theatrical versions made from foam, but I decided to make my own for a show. I estimate that the process took five days, due to drying time between layers of newspaper and coats of paint. (Each evening…

I’m getting so excited for the upcoming Bellydance Social to benefit Empower House!  All the events are free, but we will gladly accept donations in any amount for Empower House.  For every dollar you donate, you will receive a raffle ticket.   1:30 Performances by Yaalini, Arla & Katrina, Zaida (Richmond), Ameena (Richmond), Suzana Nour,…

What: Performances by Kiyaana’s students and featured guests, plus open dancing When: Sunday, Oct. 5, 3-4:30 pm Where: Aladin Rte. 17, on S. Gateway Drive, next to Target Why: We love to share what we’ve been learning! Our joy for this dance is evident on the dance floor.