Arabesq Noticeboard

News about the bellydance scene in Wales and the west, including events, workshops and more compiled by DJ Andy Roberts in Cardiff, Wales. Send your updates to andy @ arabesq.co.uk

Monday, February 22, 2010

Istanbul and Gypsy Festival 2010


Message from Steph:

"I hope to take a group back to Istanbul this year for the Gypsy Festival and shopping if I have enough interest.

"A four day, 3 night break, including, gypsy festival, hotel/ shared rooms or add single supplement, airport transfers, dinner and bellydance show.

"This trip will be organized with myself and Bulent from Turkish Belly Dance, check out www.turkishbellydance.net/gypsyfestivalistanbul.html

"Though the 5 night holiday works out at £550 I am able to sell our 3 night itinerary for only £275 per person

"Flights are around £150 at the moment. Let me know if you are interested as soon as possible so that we can book our flights all together."

Contact info @ stephaniebellydance.co.uk

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Ozgen and Yasmina in Swansea - July 24/25


The Zahwah Bellydancers invite you to a Bellydance Extravaganza on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 July 2010 at the Penyrheol Theatre and Leisure Centre, Swansea.

Featuring international superstars Ozgen and Yasmina of Cairo plus supporting guests.

Includes a weekend of workshops and a spectacular Saturday evening show.

• Souk providing fantastic shopping opportunities
• Mirrored dance studio
• Evening bar
• Arabic disco

Discount packages available for workshops, plus an additional 10% off workshop packages booked and paid for before 31 May 2010.

For initial enquiries and to book performance slots, please email Ali Francis at aliah @ aliahbellydance.co.uk


Performance slots are limited – please book early to avoid disappointment.

Shirl's Road to Morocco Hafla - May 21st



Come and dance the night away at Shirl's Road to Morocco Hafla at the Rogerstone and Bassaleg Social Club, Newport on Friday 21 May 2010 at 7pm.

Over 20 great bellydance acts, top DJ Andy Roberts, bazaar, licenced bar, charity raffle and Middle Eastern disco.

Tickets cost £8 each (free for soloists and tutors) - a special night not to be missed.


If you wish to purchase tickets and/or perform please contact Shirley on 07940 801912 or email justpooka @ yahoo.co.uk