Jan gives Piers Morgan a piece of her mind

A 71-year-old bellydancer has given Piers Morgan a piece of her mind for not giving her a chance at auditions for Britain's Got Talent in Cardiff.

Jan Price from Aberdare says Morgan pressed his buzzer the moment she started performing on stage at the Wales Millennium Centre.

He said women 'of a certain age' should think carefully before performing in public.

Jan says she was so angry she'd considered giving up dancing following the experience.

But she says she'll carry on after messages of support from her friends.

Read the full story and hear Jan talk about the audition on the BBC News website

Bellydance Taster in Herefordshire - April 12

Abbie Mason aka Alanya is hosting a free bellydance taster workshop at St Peter's Centre, Peterchurch, near Hereford (HR2 0RP) on Monday 12 April 2010 from 7 till 8.30pm.

Improve your flexibility, core strength and self-confidence with this fun, feminine dance form suitable for all ages (14+), sizes and fitness levels.

A regular class will follow if there's enough interest.

For more details contact Abbie on 07962 161081 or at alanya01 @ fsmail.net

See www.alanyabellydancer.webs.com for more about her activities.

Steph's New Year Hafla - Friday 22 January

A reminder from Steph:

"Stephanie's 6th New Year Hafla - on Friday 22nd January 2010 in our beautiful new venue at Guildford Hall, 8 Guildford Street, Cardiff CF10 2HL - doors 7.30pm, performances start at 8.15pm.

"Only £8 per ticket, there will be over 15 fantastic performances:

"Including Fiora, Kyoto, Blue Lotus, Saffena, Esma Yalli, The Desert Divas, Siluria and starring Anna from Egyptian Nights, Bristol.

"Also very well stocked souk, including “Hip Drop”, “Moonstone”, Saffena’s and Shirley’s Bazaars and Jewellery stalls, free dancing, photographer and bar.

"You can buy your tickets on-line www.bellydancewales.com

"We still have room for two more performances so please email me if interested; info@stephaniebellydance.co.uk

"The evening will be professionally photographed and filmed with edited DVDs available after the night for a small charge.

"Free ticket for soloists and/or teachers bringing groups of 10 plus.

"Hope you can make it!"

Shirley adds that her full HipSynch Bazaar will be at the event:

"As most of you know I design and make a huge range of dancewear suitable for wearing to your classes as well as for Haflas.

"I will be bringing new designs in beautiful 2 way stretch fabrics as well as accessories and belts. Clothing uncludes wrap tops, tribal pants, skirts, and gorgeous hand decorated bras.

"As well as off the rack items I will be taking orders for made to measure dancewear, so if I don't have your size, I can make to measure the items you require.

"So get your tickets ready, come enjoy the show, and visit my wonderful bazaar. If you need any more information email me at justpooka@yahoo.co.uk"

Turkish Theme Night in Swansea - January 30th

The Grosvenor Casino in Swansea is holding a Turkish Theme Night on Saturday 30 January.

There'll be live bellydancing, a Turkish buffet and free drinks on arrival for everyone.

Tickets cost £12.99 and are limited. Admission to over 18s only, ID needed on your first visit to the casino.

Call 01792 477 479 or 07966 025 230 or email sm_gc-swansea-high @ rank.com for details.