Shema in Somerset - latest news

An update on upcoming events with Dar Tangerina...

This Saturday 11th August there are Harem Style (with Veils) and Gypsy Turkish Bellydance, and Cabaret Style Bellydance workshops with Ozgen Ozgec as well as Floor Work and Props, Turkish Style workshop with Shema held at Oake Village Hall, Oake (near to Taunton, easy access from M5) from 12-5.30pm

Then in the evening, there is a party at Stawley Mill (again, easy access from M5) featuring live music from Chas and Simon; The African Tumblers; and maybe a natural show from The Perseids Meteor Shower which starts that evening! Plenty of space to camp if you want to stay overnight - bring a bottle, picnic, and something warm for later on when it gets chilly! £5 donation for musicians, all profit going to charity.

Flavours Restaurant in Wellington is holding Arabic evenings as part of the Wellington Food Festival on September 6th to 8th. Shema will be performing on the 6th and 8th, and Sarah will be debuting on the 7th. Bookings in advance only on 01823 662006. Cost is £30 for 3 courses of sumptuous Mediterranean food, and first drink free! (glass of wine, beer, soft drinks). Dietary requirements catered for in advance (ie veggie, vegan etc). Entertainment included!!

On Sunday 26th August there's an Introduction to Bellydance Workshop from 2 till 5pm at Oake Hall. A great chance for beginners to have a go at Arabic bellydance, covering various different styles from Egyptian to Moroccan, Turkish and Cabaret. Also a good opportunity for existing members of the dance school to brush up on the basics before the start of term! Oake Hall, £18 in advance.

See the website at www.tangerina.org for details of Shema's classes - she's keen to continue her intermediate/advanced class in the Taunton area but needs more people to express an interest. This will be focus on technique, drills, working in a group, choreographies and stamina for dancing.

For details contact Shema on 07779 295519 or email shema.dance @ yahoo.com