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Halloween Hafla, Hay-on-Wye - Saturday 29 October

2011-10-04T15:28:00.002+01:00

Moccas Village Hall near Hay-on-Wye is the venue for a Halloween Hafla on Saturday 29 October.

Please dress up, bring food and drink - 7pm till late, tickets £5 - get in touch soon if you want a performance slot.

There'll be workshops in the afternoon:

2 till 3.30pm - Tai Chi sword technique for dancers - £15.00
4 till 5.30pm - Tribal Fusion with Lyza Livesy

£15 each or both for £25 including hafla ticket.

Contact Nancy on 01981 500113 to book tickets or a hafla performance slot.

Baghdad by the Bay - 26 November 2011

2011-10-03T18:34:00.004+01:00

Baghdad by the Bay returns to 10 Feet Tall in Cardiff on Saturday 26 November 2011.

A decadent night of revelry, sultry performances and a nod to the golden age of bellydance, and a limited number of goodie bags with donations from Opal moon design, Big Ass Bindis, Zombie Ate My Make Up, Welsh Women's Aid, Sweet Treats and more.

Admission £5, doors open 7pm, show starts at 7.30pm

See Facebook for details and updates or contact Dominique via longblackveil @ hotmail.co.uk

Powys Winter Solstice Dance and Music Day - 17 December 2011

2011-10-03T18:29:00.002+01:00

A Winter Solstice Dance & Music Day is taking place at the Powys Dance Centre in Llandrindod Wells on Saturday 17 December 2011.

The day starts with the following workshops:

Hula Hoops - 9.45-10.45am - £5
Lindy Hop - 11.00-12.00pm - £5
Veil Dance - 12.45-2.45pm - £15
Tribal Fusion - 3.00-5.00pm - £15

An evening show featuring many dance styles and local musicians will follow from 7 till 10pm, tickets £5 in advance.

For details contact Sarah on 07779 281831 and check the website at www.midwalesdance.co.uk

Bellydance show and workshops in Hereford - 19 Nov 2011

2011-07-28T16:49:00.005+01:00

The third Isis Bellydance Show takes place at TGS Events, Hereford, on Saturday 19 November 2011.

The show starts at 7.30pm, doors and stalls open at 6pm.

Tickets cost £6 with all proceeds going to the Yeleni Support Centre for Cancer and Chronic Illness.

Earlier in the day there'll be a Salsa Belly Workshop taught by Sarah Henman from 1 till 3pm, and a Disco Gothic Tribal Fusion Addition Workshop taught by Lynne Chapman (Fulya) from 3.30 till 5pm.

The cost is £15 per workshop or £20 if you book the two together before 31 October 2011. It will be £25 for two after 31 October or £15 for one.

For further information and to book tickets, workshop places or performance slots, email Chris on miragimar @ gmail.com or phone Sue on 01584 819302.

Cardigan Belly Dance Fiesta - 13/14 August 2011

2011-07-11T11:02:00.003+01:00

Cardigan Belly Dance Fiesta takes place at the Small World Theatre, Bath House Road, Cardigan, SA43 1JY on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 August 2011.

It starts with a hafla and show on Saturday night featuring students, teachers and professional belly dancers.

There'll be a buffet dinner and bar, bazaar, dancing and drumming - come and watch, dance, shop, relax, enjoy!

It runs from 7 till 10.30pm, tickets £5 available on the door or in advance online from www.whatevertheweatherwales.co.uk

On Sunday there'll be a series of workshops specifically for beginners and improvers. £12 each, or £25 for an 'all-day ticket' for two workshops with a light lunch.

Morning Workshops:
11am-1pm with Melanie: Belly Dance Basics. A 'crash course' looking at the building blocks of belly dance, to get you started on or revise the basic movements.

Or 11am-1pm with Rose: Learn a dance in 2 hours. Rose specialises in making Belly Dance accessible and fun for absolute beginners and those over 50. 'Tantalise' is an easy-to-perform dance using very basic steps that is fun to do, makes you look and feel great and can be learnt in 2 hours!

Afternoon workshops:
2 till 4pm with Lyza: Tribal Tune-Up. A simple introduction to the very popular Tribal school of belly dance. Focuses on moves for the upper body and arms - find muscles you never knew you had!

Or 2 till 4pm with Guinevere: Belly Treasure - Rhythm Lady. Guinevere has just published the Belly Dancer's Treasure Pack, an innovative and fun way to improve your dance, whatever level you are. For this workshop, she teams up with drummer Shelley to work with 3 core Egyptian rhythms. Bring any musical instruments you enjoy playing, especially percussion.

For more info, contact Rose Barter on 01239 851737 or email rosebarter @ btinternet.com or Melanie Collier 07794 310202 or email melimago @ oaken.demon.co.uk

Red Hot Rhythms moves to Thursday

2011-07-05T12:11:00.002+01:00

My Red Hot Rhythms show for Radio Cardiff is moving to Thursday nights at 8pm starting from next week, July 14.

It's a better night of the week for an upbeat mix of funky jazz, blues, roots, world music, rock'n'roll and more - there's also a chance it'll be a long term slot and not just filling in for the summer.

Thanks to everyone who's been supporting the show - you can hear the latest edition right now at www.djandyroberts.co.uk for a taste of what to expect.

You can also see and hear the show live online at www.radiocardiff.org

If you want me to play your music or plug your gigs on the show send an email to andy @ djandyroberts.co.uk

American Tribal Style in Aberdare - July 3

2011-06-23T17:26:00.002+01:00

On Sunday 3rd of July Bhakti Tribal can be seen performing American Tribal Style Belly Dance at the Global Day Festival in Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare.

The festival runs from 11am until 4pm and entry is free of charge.

Bhakti Tribal will perform twice at 1 and 2pm - other attractions include henna tattoos by Gwen Davies, Caribbean and Indian food, and African jewellery for sale.

See www.darevalleycountrypark.co.uk for details.

Ozgen workshops in Cardiff - Sat 16 July

2011-06-14T17:15:00.006+01:00

Master Turkish bellydancer Ozgen is holding two workshops in Cardiff on 16 July 2011.

11am to 1pm - Learn a Turkish Drum Solo - wow your audience and learn techniques to glamourise your drum solo.

2pm to 4pm - Turkish Oriental Choreography - a Turkish Oriental style dance with emphasise on arms and hand movements.

The workshops take place at Guildford Hall, Guildford Street, Cardiff CF10 2HL.

£25 for the two workshops, or £15 each.

Book your place on www.bellydancewales.com

He'll also be taking place in a Golden Age of Hollywood burlesque show at Guildford Hall that evening.

Any enquires contact info @ stephaniebellydance.co.uk or phone 07872 306745

Alanya's Hollywood Hafla - July 16

2011-06-04T16:20:00.000+01:00

Alanya's Hollywood Hafla - Movie themed with solo & group performances.

Dress like a film star (optional)! Bring & share supper.

Saturday 16th July 2011 7.00-11.30pm

Bodenham Parish Hall HR1 3LB £5.00.

FREE for teachers bringing a performance group

Performance slots/stall pitches available

To book contact Abbie Mason on 07962 161081 or alanya @ alanyabellydance.com

www.alanyabellydance.com

American Tribal workshops in July

2011-05-18T14:58:00.003+01:00

Heley is hosting workshops in American Tribal Style Belly Dance on Sunday 3rd July 2011 at Morganstown Village Hall, Morganstown, near Radyr, Cardiff.

11am to 1pm - Workshop 1 - Slow and Slinky Basics

2 to 4pm - Workshop 2 - Basics for Rhythmic Family Group

Price - £15 per workshop or £25 for both

Contact Heley on 07518024316 or email tribalbellydancewales @ live.co.uk

Pandora's Race of Life Hafla - 10 September

2011-05-18T11:54:00.002+01:00

A charity hafla to raise money for Cancer Research is taking place in Chepstow on Saturday 10 September 2011.

Pandora's Race for Life Hafla is being held at the Beaufort Hotel, Beaufort Square, Chepstow NP16 5EP from 8pm till midnight - featuring DJ Tony "The Tune" and lots of fabulous dancers.

Tickets will be £8, with all ticket and raffle money going to Cancer Research UK.

Please contact Sara aka Pandora for details, tickets and performans slots on 07516 672 887, email spidsley @ hotmail.co.uk or search for Sara Pidsley on Facebook.

Masquerade Bellydance Ball - 8 October 2011

2011-04-19T15:25:00.002+01:00

MASQUERADE BELLYDANCE BALL!
08 October 2011
7-11pm
CMC Sports & Social Club, University Hospital Cardiff, CF14 4XW

Slide in to your finest costumes and don your masks – it’s time to be whoever you wish to be – it’s Masquerade Night!

A fun-filled night of bellydance performances all in the theme of masquerade – with a few quirky twists and turns along the way!

Dress to impress - masks, crazy makeup or facepaint strongly encouraged!!

With bar, bazaar by Moonstone Bellydance and sound and lights by SimpleSound.

More Details coming soon – to register interest for tickets or performance slots please contact Em Chuter on 07877 116680 or email em.chuter @ hotmail.co.uk

Bellydance party in Whitland - Saturday 16 April

2011-04-12T14:48:00.002+01:00

Baubo Moon Belly Dance Party
Saturday 16th April 2011 7.00-10.30 pm
£4.50 on the door, includes food.
Whitland Memorial Hall, Market Street, Whitland, SA34 0QB
Souk, drum circle, raffle sharing and partying.
If you'd like to perform, call Melanie on 07794310202 and bring your music on CD on the night.

World Bellydance Extravaganza in Swansea - Saturday 9 July

2011-04-12T11:59:00.003+01:00

A World Bellydance Extravaganza is taking place in Swansea on Saturday 9 July at the Sketty Park Club, Aneurin Way, Swansea, SA2 8NP.

There'll be a range of styles including Egyptian cabaret, Nubian, Khaleegi, Gypsy Fusion, American Tribal, Tribal Beats, Veil dances, Modern Fusion and Salsa, Cha cha, Meringue, Gypsy Khalbelia and Saiidi.

7pm till late, £10 adults, £5 children (please note the change in ticket price).

Send a stamped self addressed envelope to : Lisa Bevan, 16 Clevedon Court, Uplands, Swansea, SA2 0RG with a cheque made out to Lisa Bevan, and she will post a ticket back.

Bellydance classes in Llantwit Major

2011-03-30T10:17:00.005+01:00

Fiora is now running semi-private classes at Llantwit Major area on Tuesdays.

Beginners 6 till 7pm, Bellyfit 7 till 8pm (fitness fusion of yoga, Pilates, bellydance), Improvers 8 till 9pm.

The classes take place in a private building at the Vale Business Park and payments are monthly.

If you are interested, call Fiora on 07896 309065.

See her website at www.oriental-fusion.net

Shirl's April Fool's Day Hafla

2011-03-16T11:01:00.002Z

Prepararions are well underway for Shirl's 7th annual spring hafla, with have 27 great performances, a well stocked bazaar and plenty of freefrom dancing.

It takes place on Friday 1st April 2011 at 7pm at Rogerstone and Bassaleg Social Club, Tregwilym Road, Rogerstone, near Newport.

There'll be live dance performances, Middle Eastern disco, bazaar, licenced bar and a charity raffle.

Tickets are only £8 and are available by contacting Shirl on 07940 801912 or via email at getfit @ hipsynch.co.uk

Entrance is by ticket only and tickets are selling fast - avoid disappointment by ordering your tickets asap.

Feel free to bring a plate of food to share.

See www.hipsynch.co.uk for more about Shirl's events, classes and more.

Duffryn Divas Newport Hafla - June 18

2011-03-10T10:40:00.004Z

Duffryn Divas and Kyoko present their first Bellydance hafla - Fire in the Belly - on Saturday 18 June 2011 at Rodney Parade, Newport.

Featuring Moonstone Bazaar, DJ Tony "the Tune", and lots of fabulous performances.

7pm till midnight - tickets £8 each.

Please contact Liz on 07980 802382 or email liz.philpot @ tiscali.co.uk for further information.

Big Fat Gypsy Disco

2011-02-28T19:07:00.004Z

Are you a fan of uplifting Balkan beats, gypsy jazz, klezmer classics and more?

If so I'm launching a new venture called Big Fat Gypsy Disco.

It's been inspired by a DJ set I was asked to do for a friend's 40th birthday party in Pontypridd at the weekend which went down a storm - thanks Jeff!

Initially it'll be a case of me offering to do similar sets at open-minded clubs and bars in Cardiff, south Wales and beyond, maybe supporting or hiring bands for such events - as well as selecting the tunes I'll also play along on my clarinet, davul, darbuka or other instrument to help the night go with a gypsy swing.

Mindful of the comments a certain TV show has attracted over its authenticity, I should point out that BFGD will be a positive celebration of Gypsy and Roma inspired music from Eastern Europe, Turkey, the Mediterranean and beyond, along with Slavic, Arabic and Jewish tunes of a similar tempo if not Roma in origin.

See www.bigfatgypsydisco.co.uk for more details, including a taste of what to expect via a webcast of a gypsy special I recently presented on Radio Cardiff.

If you run a venue and want to book me, or a band that wants DJ support, get in touch via info @ bigfatgypsydisco.co.uk

Bridgend Charity Hafla - June 18

2011-02-22T10:41:00.005Z

A charity hafla will be held at the Bridgend Recreation Centre, Angel Street, Bridgend, on Saturday 18 June 2011.

There'll be solo and group performances, Orientalbelly bazaar, Arabic disco, jewellery, henna, professional photography and more.

Plenty of free parking and a licensed bar - please bring your own party food.

It's from 7.30 till 11.30pm - tickets £6.

For details contact Elindia on 01656 863639 / 07824 874511 or email elindiabellydance @ gmail.com

Herefordshire classes with Alanya

2011-02-21T17:09:00.003Z

Need to go 'back to basics' or looking for more of a challenge? Alanya is offering bellydance classes in Herefordshire.

Technique Classes for Beginner to Intermediate Levels will take place on Thursdays 7 till 8pm starting 24th March 2011 at Bodenham Parish Hall HR1 3LB (near Leominster).

General Level Bellydance Classes will take place on Fridays 11.30am till 12.30pm starting 1st April 2011 at Hereford Leisure Centre HR4 9UD.

See www.alanyabellydancer.webs.com or call Alanya on 07962 161081 for further details.

Wendy's Winter Hafla and Workshops - update

2011-02-14T10:44:00.001Z

** Update - workshops and hafla will now be taking place at Llanfoist Village Hall, and you're asked to bring a plate of food to share for the hafla **

Wendy Hughes is holding a Winter Hafla and Workshops in the Abergavenny area on Saturday 26 February 2011.

Kirsty Matthews of Bhakti Tribal will teach two Tribal workshops - the first from 12 midday to 2pm covering Foundation Moves for Classic American Tribal Style Bellydance open to all levels.

The second workshop from 2.30 to 4.30pm is Leading & Following Formations with Slow Moves, for improvers and more experienced dancers.

Workshops cost £20 each, or earlybird price of £30 if booked before 31 January 2011.

The tribal workshops will now be taking place at Llanfoist Village Hall, followed by a hafla in the evening.

Kirsty will be the star guest along with Usha Oseye, plus performances by Shirley, Siluria, Kyoko, Daigana Grace, Hypno Mystiq, Erzuli and other local groups.

Performance slots available - all bellydance styles welcome. The Hipsynch bazaar will also be open for all your bellydance needs.

7.30pm till midnight, tickets £7 - due to a change of plans there will not be a buffet. Please bring a plate of food to share and your own drinks.

Contact Wendy 07530 099265 or email xwendy @ fsmail.net to book tickets and/or workshop places.

Bellydance Superstars in Cardiff 2011

2011-01-26T16:34:00.003Z

The Bellydance Superstars return to Cardiff's St David's Hall for a show on Tuesday 5 April 2011.

It is the last of only four UK performances they'll be doing during their world tour of Bombay Bellywood.

Tickets cost £16 full price or £10 early bird price if you buy before the end of February.

More details at www.bellydancesuperstars.com

Avast M'Hearties Pirate Hafla - May 21

2011-01-13T13:04:00.003Z

Mirage Dancers are proud to announce their forthcoming Avast M'Hearties Hafla on Saturday 21st May 2011 to coincide with the premiere of the Pirates of the Caribbean 4.

It's taking place at a venue to be confirmed in the Cardiff area.

There'll be dance performances, a Middle Eastern disco, bazaar, nibbles, a licenced bar and charity raffle. Feel free to bring a plate of food to share and friends and family too. Freestyle dancing during interval and at end of evening.

Entrance price £7.50 for non dancers, £5 for dancers - tickets available from Mirage on 07522 673554 or via email at safeenabellydance @ yahoo.co.uk

Those of you who wish to perform, as soloists, groups, duets, etc, please can you enter into the spirit of the night with a pirate themed dance. If you are unsure about this, contact Safeena direct and she will advise.

Khaleeji Workshop - February 6

2011-01-11T15:13:00.003Z

There's another chance to learn Khaleeji - the folkloric dance of Saudi Arabia - with Shirley and Fiora in Caridff on Sunday 6 February 2011.

It takes place from 1 till 3pm at Rubicon Dance, Nora Street, Cardiff CF24 1ND.

Explore the history and cultural background, learn the moves of both traditional and modern Khaleeji plus two choreographies - please note you do not need long hair to perform this dance!

Thobes (the folkloric dresses) and props will be provided and also available for sale.

Workshop costs £18 if payments are received by Sunday 30 January or £20 for late bookings.

To book a place, contact Fiora on 07896 309065 or tfiora @ yahoo.com

Stephanie's 7th New Year Hafla - March 19

2011-01-11T09:59:00.002Z

Stephanie's 7th New Year Hafla has been moved to Saturday 19th March 2011 due to a double booking.

It'll take place at the Guildford Hall, 8 Guildford Street, Cardiff CF10 2HL starting 7.30pm with tickets £8.

Fabulous performances, as well as a brilliant bazaar, free dancing, and photographer.

Welcoming performance slots of all styles - please contact Stephanie at info @ stephaniebellydance.co.uk if you and/or your group would like to perform.

Shirl's April Fool's Day Hafla

2011-01-10T14:35:00.002Z

Shirl's 7th Annual Spring Hafla is coming soon with great atmosphere, great performances and plenty of freefrom dancing.

It takes place on Friday 1st April at 7pm at Rogerstone and Bassaleg Social Club, Tregwilym Road, Newport.

There'll be live dance performances, a Middle Eastern disco, bazaar, licenced bar and charity raffle. Feel free to bring a plate of food to share.

Entrance is by ticket only - price £8 and available from Shirl on 07940801912 or via email at getfit @ hipsynch.co.uk

Please contact Shirl to arrange dance slots for solos and groups.

Flying the flag at Fantasia

2010-12-16T13:13:00.008Z

Safeena and Fiora would both like to thank their groups for their performances at last weekend's Fantasia festival in London.

Safeena says: "Some of my Mirage group had never before danced in front of such a large and prestigious audience which included professional dancers from all parts of the globe.

"Mirage were asked to open the show and made a very dramatic start to the show with an unusual dance incorporating veils, wings, swords, flags and fan veils!!!

"The feedback from the audience was amazing and everyone had a wonderful time."

"Andy Roberts kindly helped getting the music sorted out for the dance and Safeena is very grateful for his expertise and help.

"Safeena and Mirage will be holding a hafla next year and details will be put on Arabesq as soon as they are firmed up."

Fiora says: "I taught a Zambra Mora (flamenco fusion) workshop and performed at the Saturday night show a Zambra Mora solo and a group Flamenco Chiftetelli dance with my students.

"It was a great experience, I had great feedback for my dances and met dancers from all over the world!"

American Tribal Workshop in Bridgend - Jan 2011

2010-12-10T16:45:00.003Z

An American Tribal Style Bellydance workshop takes place on Saturday 15 January 2011 at Litchard Cross Community Centre, Bridgend (just off junction 36 of the M4).

It's in the Fat Chance Belly Dance Format and for foundation level.

The Workshop will cover correct execution of fundamental moves with cues, transitions and formations for ATS improvisational dance.

Suitable for beginners to belly dance, experienced belly dancers who are beginners to ATS or any dancers who have a basic knowledge in ATS.

2pm to 5pm, price £20 - a reduction to £15 for all bookings paid by 1st January 2011.

A one hour workshop in zills for ATS will also be run if there is enough interest after the main workshop from 5 to 6pm, price £5.

(Level two workshop coming soon)

Contact Heley for booking details on 07518 024316 or email tribalbellydancewales @ live.co.uk

Wendy's Winter Hafla and Workshops - Feb 2011

2010-12-10T16:35:00.003Z

Wendy Hughes is holding a Winter Hafla and Workshops in the Abergavenny area on Saturday 26 February 2011.

Kirsty Matthews of Bhakti Tribal will teach two Tribal workshops - the first from 12 midday to 2pm covering Foundation Moves for Classic American Tribal Style Bellydance open to all levels.

The second workshop from 2.30 to 4.30pm is Leading & Following Formations with Slow Moves, for improvers and more experienced dancers.

Workshops cost £20 each, or earlybird price of £30 if booked before 31 January 2011.

The tribal workshops will now be taking place at Llanfoist Village Hall, followed by a hafla in the evening.

Kirsty will be the star guest along with Usha Oseye, plus performances by Shirley, Siluria, Kyoko, Daigana Grace, Hypno Mystiq, Erzuli and other local groups.

Performance slots available - all bellydance styles welcome. The Hipsynch bazaar will also be open for all your bellydance needs.

7.30pm till midnight, tickets £7 - due to a change of plans there will not be a buffet. Please bring a plate of food to share and your own drinks.

Contact Wendy 07530 099265 or email xwendy @ fsmail.net to book tickets and/or workshop places.

Bellydance for beginners in Crickhowell

2010-11-29T12:19:00.003Z

Abbie Mason is teaching a six week taster course of Bellydance for Beginners in the new year at Arts Alive, The Old School, Brecon Road, Crickhowell NP8 1DG.

The sessions take place every Monday from 10th January to 14th February 2011 from 11am to 12.30pm.

This 6-week taster course will introduce you to the fun, feminine dance form practised by women since ancient times.

You will learn a variety of styles including folk and cabaret; learn to dance with props such as veil and stick, and to recognise different rhythms and music styles from the Middle East.

Tutor Abbie Mason holds a Diploma in Teaching Arabic Dance and encourages individual style and expression through sound technique.

Suitable for any age (14+), size and fitness level; no dance experience necessary.

The course fee is £36 - to book a place call 01873 811579 or email info @ artsalivewales.org.uk

Sword and Tribal Fusion Workshops near Hay

2010-11-23T16:21:00.004Z

Nancy Warren has organised two workshops taking place at Clifford Community Centre, Clifford, near Hay-on-Wye on Saturday 15 January 2011.

There will be a Tai Chi Sword Technique for dancers with Neil from 2 till 3.30pm.

That's followed by Tribal Fusion with Bellydance Superstar winner Tasmin Leona from 4 till 5.30pm.

The cost is £15 per workshop - contact Nancy 01981 500113 for info and booking.

World Bellydance Show in Caerphilly - Nov 27

2010-11-15T15:30:00.002Z

Fahareem Fitness presents a World Bellydance Show in aid of Breast Cancer Care at Penyrheol Community Centre, Heol Aneurin, Caerphilly on Saturday 27 November 2010.

The evening begins at 6.30pm with a session open to all inviting people to learn a bellydance routine for charity.

The main event runs from 7.30 till 10.30pm - tickets are £6.50 which includes a free buffet. There's also a licensed bar open from 7pm.

For tickets please ring Jude Bird on 02920 887843 or pay on the door from 6pm.

Khaleeji Workshop - November 28

2010-11-02T16:19:00.002Z

Fiora and Shirley are holding a workshop about Khaleeji - the folkloric dance of Saudi Arabia - on Sunday 28 November at Rubicon Dance, Nora Street, Cardiff CF24 1ND.

Explore the history and cultural background - learn the moves of traditional and modern forms of this inspiring, graceful and beautiful dance. Learn how to create movements safely plus a short choreography.

You DO NOT need long hair to perform this dance! Thobes (the folkloric dresses) and props will be provided - thobes will also be on sale.

The workshop runs from 12 till 3pm and costs £18 if paid before 20 November or £20 for late bookings.

To book a place, contact Fiora on 07896 309065 or tfiora @ yahoo.com

See also Shirley's new website at www.hipsynch.co.uk and Fiora's website www.oriental-fusion.net

American Tribal - new courses

2010-11-01T15:47:00.002Z

Foundation courses in American Tribal Style Belly Dance are being launched this month in Bridgend and Swansea.

The twelve week courses will cover foundation moves, basic cues and transitions, formations, basic rhythms and music, and zill patterns for ATS.

They will start on Monday 15 November 2010 at Litchard Community Centre, Bridgend, and on Tuesday 9 November at St Phillips Community Centre, Bathurst Street, Swansea city centre.

For further details and to sign up contact Heley on 07518024316 or email tribalbellydancewales @ live.co.uk

Siluria's Merry Midwinter Hafla - 4 December 2010

2010-10-08T12:38:00.004+01:00

You are warmly invited to Siluria's Merry Midwinter Hafla on Saturday 4 December 2010 at Lazlo's Bar aka Ponthir Village Hall, Caerleon Road, Ponthir NP18 1GX.

There'll be group and solo bellydance performances plus live music from Georgian gypsy punk band Rogora Khart featuring Siluria.

Also featuring DJ Andy Roberts - there is a bar available but please bring your own food.

7.30pm till late - admission £5.

Ponthir is just north of Caerleon on the B4236 and within easy reach of Newport, Cwmbran, Pontypool and beyond.

Contact Rachel Jones 07757 466549 or email rsiluria @ aol.com to book tickets or a performance slot.

Nancy Warren workshops and hafla

2010-09-23T11:03:00.004+01:00

Nancy Warren is hosting two workshops at the Powys Dance Centre, Llandrindod Wells, on Saturday 9 October 2010.

From 10am till 1pm there'll be Tai Chi Sword Technique for Dancers - learn single edge sword technique to enhance fluidity and give meaning to your sword dance. This workshop does not involve balancing the sword.

Then from 2 till 5pm it's an Armenian Women's Dance Workshop - learn a choreography based on a traditional women's dance, characterised by delicate hands, expressive arms and graceful gliding steps.

The workshops cost £15 each - call Nancy on 01981 500113 to book your place.

She'll also be holding a Halloween Hafla at the Clifford Community Centre, Clifford, near Hay-on-Wye on Saturday 30 October 2010.

The event runs from 7pm till midnight with tickets at £5 - please bring food and drink to share.

Call Nancy on 01981 500113 to book tickets and performance slots.

Torso Trickery Workshop with Tracey Jones

2010-09-21T13:22:00.007+01:00

Tracey Jones aka Amunet is holding a Torso Trickery Workshop in Pontypool on Saturday 30 October.

Discover the secrets of true isolation - moving without damaging yourself, improving posture for life and the secrets of authentic bellydance core movements. You will learn to move in ways that will amaze and captivate your audience.

The workshop takes place from 1 till 3pm at the Bowden Active Living Centre, Folly Road, Trevethin, Pontypool NP4 8JD - cost £16.

For further details contact tracey @ liveyourspirit.co.uk or phone 07702 166944

Book online at www.amunetorientaldance.co.uk

Alanya's Midwinter Hafla - December 4

2010-09-20T13:48:00.002+01:00

Alanya is holding a Midwinter Hafla at Bodenham Parish Hall, Hereford HR1 3LB on Saturday 4 December.

There'll be solo and group performances, opportunities for everyone to dance and a souk - please bring and share supper.

It runs from 7 till 11pm and tickets cost £5.

Performance slots and stall pitches are still available.

For details and to book contact Abbie Mason on 07962 161081 or email alanya01 @ fsmail.net

Bellydance class in Llanidloes

2010-09-10T15:05:00.003+01:00

A Taste of Belly Dancing is a new weekly class beginning this autumn in Llanidloes, Powys.

It takes place every Monday from 7 till 8pm starting 4th October at the United Services Club.

The class will serve as an introduction to the ancient and exotic art of belly dancing.

Students will learn the basic moves and put them together into a simple dance.

Everyone is welcome - if you can already belly dance, come along and practice your moves.

The cost is £3.50 per class - it'll run for six weeks at first and continue if there's sufficient interest.

Phone Ruth on 07769 721065 for more information or see www.partialexposure.com

Bellydance on Radio Cardiff Tuesdays 11pm

2010-09-09T12:31:00.003+01:00

Just to let you know that A Night in Tunisia - my Middle Eastern beats and bellydance show - moves to Tuesday nights 11pm till midnight on Radio Cardiff.

It's moving because my Jazz Connection show is now going out Thursday nights at 8pm.

Each show will offer a mix of our favourite Middle Eastern, bellydance, Balkan, klezmer, desert blues and more.

Hopefully A Night in Tunisia will be more settled in this new timeslot than it was previously.

Tune in on Tuesdays at 11pm on 98.7 FM or online at www.radiocardiff.org

You can also hear the show anytime at www.anightintunisia.co.uk

Safeena at Fantasia

2010-09-02T12:19:00.001+01:00

Safeena is pleased to announce that she will be teaching at Fantasia in London again this December and her performance group Mirage will be travelling to London with her to perform in the show.

If anyone wishes to join Mirage and have the chance to perform nationally, learn exciting new choreographies, improve their knowledge of Egyptian style and fusion arabic dance, and be part of a friendly and committed dance troupe, the Mirage classes are held in Morganstown Village Hall on Tuesday evenings, 5.30 til 7.30, but please contact Safeena before turning up.

Kalbeliya Gypsy workshops cancelled

2010-09-01T17:09:00.003+01:00

The Kalbeliya Gypsy workshops in Cardiff with Senu Sapera on 18 and 19 September 2010 are off as Senu's UK visa has been cancelled.

Due to public demand, Fiora and Aliah are stepping in to hold a series of replacement workshops at Rubicon Dance, Nora Street, Cardiff CF24 1ND.

Saturday 1 till 2.30pm - History and Evolution of Bellydance
Slideshow and videos with Fiora

Saturday 2.30 till 4pm - Greek Chiftetelli workshop with Fiora

Sunday 12 till 1.30pm - Develop your Drum Solo with Aliah

Sunday 1.30 till 3pm - Oriental Veil with Aliah

Prices £8-£50 depending on number of workshops booked.

Contact Fiora Touliatou on 07896 309065 or tfiora @ yahoo.com

See www.oriental-fusion.net for more details.

Harem Scarem 6 - October 29

2010-08-31T17:00:00.004+01:00

Message from Shirl:

"Come all - Witches, Ghouls, Ghosties and general wrong do-ers, to Harem Scarem 6, Halloween Belly Dancers Ball.

"This years event has 30 Belly dance performances to terrify and delight.

"This highly successful show is now in it's 6th year and is Wales largest Halloween Hafla.

"We will have a bazaar, licenced bar, and projected backdrops, all set in the delightfully gothic Burleigh Hall, Llanthewy Road, Newport.

"The event takes place on the eve of October 29th from 7.30 til midnight - tickets cost £10.

"Come along and enjoy some of Wales finest Belly Dance talent. An event NOT to be sadly missed.

"For more information call Shirl on 07940 801912 or email hipsynch @ yahoo.co.uk or contact me by more etherial means."

Kalbeliya Gypsy Workshops cancelled

2010-08-10T13:27:00.009+01:00

Please note these workshops on 18 and 19 September 2010 are no longer taking place due to the cancellation of Senu Sapera's UK visa.

Fiora and Aliah will be hosting a series of replacement workshops at Rubicon in Cardiff.

Contact Fiora on 07896309065 or tfiora @ yahoo.com for details.

Aberbelles Hafla and Workshop - Sept 25

2010-08-10T13:16:00.005+01:00

The Aberbelles hafla on Saturday 25 September has been moved from Blaina to the Abertillery Workingmen's Institute, Division Street, Abertillery NP13 3EF.

The event - Marrakech Express - features special guests Melanie Norman and Chalf Hassan.

Melanie will be holding a traditional Baladi workshop earlier in the day from 1 till 4pm, cost now £15.

The hafla takes place from 7pm till late - admission is £10 which includes a buffet. There's no discount for workshop participants as previously advertised.

Performance slots are still available, and there's room for one more stall in the souk.

For details contact deb.jeffreys @ virgin.net or aberbelles @ hotmail.co.uk

See www.arabquarter.co.uk and www.orientaldestiny.co.uk for more about Melanie and Chalf's work.

Bellydance history and workshop - August 14

2010-07-23T14:05:00.003+01:00

Fiora is holding a lecture on the history of bellydance and a holistic bellydance workshop on Saturday 14 August at the Gaia Studio, Roath, Cardiff.

The lecture and slideshow runs from 11am till midday and looks the ancient roots of bellydance, how it survived in different countries, how it was reinvented and how it has evolved into different styles.

That's followed in the afternoon with a holistic bellydance workshop from 1 till 3pm, offering tips on how to use dance for releasing stress and negative emotions. It's inspired by traditional bellydance moves, the North African trance dances Zaar and Guedra, the Arabic-Iraqi Khaleegi, holistic therapies and elements of Kundalini yoga.

The lecture costs £6 if paid by 4th August or £8 afterwards, while the workshop costs £15 before 4 August or £18 afterwards. You can attend both for £20 if you pay before 4 August.

See www.oriental-fusion.net for details.

Ladies Day at Chepstow - September 11

2010-07-15T15:48:00.004+01:00

Moonstone Bellydance is holding an autumn event at Chepstow Racecourse on Saturday 11 September.

There'll be an afternoon of shopping, pamper stalls and dance demos, followed by an evening hafla.

Tickets for the afternoon event are £2.50 or free if you buy a hafla ticket for £10.

If you want to run a trade or pamper stall or volunteer to teach a dance demo, contact em.chuter @ hotmail.co.uk or phone Em on 07877 116680.

See also www.moonstonebellydance.com

Thanks from Fiora

2010-06-30T15:21:00.002+01:00

Message from Fiora:

"A big thank you to all performers at Fiora's Summer Solstice hafla on Friday 18th June 2010 and especially to Markos and Unaneyia for making the event special!

"Also a big thank you for all attendees for being so enthusiastic and supportive!!! I had a great feedback from people (some of whom were attending a bellydance show for the first time) and everyone complimented on the high standards and professionalism of the performers as well as the diversity of the styles!

"The photos from the show are ready and you can see/buy them online directly from our photographer Graham Davies - grahamdaviesphoto.photium.com/portfolio102298.html

"I hope you all had a great time and looking forward to seeing you in the near future!"

See www.oriental-fusion.net for more about Fiora's work.

World Cup Bellydance in Cardiff - June 18

2010-06-18T11:02:00.007+01:00

There's a World Cup Bellydance night at Gwdihw Cafe Bar, Guildford Crescent, Cardiff, tonight - Friday 18 June - in honour of England v Algeria.

The match will be shown live from 7.30 to around 9.30pm followed by live bellydancing from Steph and Siluria.

They'll be accompanied by myself - DJ and drummer Andy Roberts - keeping the Middle Eastern vibe going with your favourite Arabic dance tunes until the early hours.

Hope you'll show us your support - if it goes well maybe we'll be invited back for future bellydance nights.

See gwdihw.co.uk for more details.

Bellydance class in Chepstow

2010-06-16T14:28:00.002+01:00

Kelly-Marie Oliver has launched a new weekly bellydance class in Chepstow.

It takes place at the Chepstow Castle Inn every Monday night from 7 till 8pm.

Call Kelly-Marie on 07546 495934 for details.

Volunteers wanted for Newport event

2010-06-15T14:26:00.003+01:00

Message from Em Chuter:

"Do you consider yourself an expert in a certain style of bellydance? Do you have good performance skill as well as deep background knowledge? Do you have an upcoming workshop or class to promote? Then this is for you!

"For my summer event (Newport, date TBA) I am looking for volunteers to perform short pieces in a certain style – consider gypsy, tribal, saiidi, classical Egyptian, ghawaazee etc etc – followed up with an interactive talk on the style – its background, history, culture, costuming, and distinguishing features of the dance itself. Also perhaps how it has evolved into modern day bellydance / other dance styles?

"While this should in the main be a ‘tutorial’ session you can of course use it to your own ends if you happen to be teaching in that style and would like to attract more students, or if you have a related event (e.g. a workshop) to promote!

"I will be running these ‘sessions’ throughout the afternoon of the event, and there will also be opportunities to perform in the evening show for those running tutorials. Anyone interested please contact me on the details below.

"I am also inviting traders, caterers and massage / beauty therapists to express interest in running trade stalls at the event. For further details / pitch fees please contact me on the details below.

"Please note that at this stage I am not taking names for performances in the evening show. Further details will follow once the event has matured.

"Kind regards to all – keep your eyes peeled for more info on this event!"

Em @ Moonstone Bellydance
07877116680
em.chuter @ hotmail.co.uk
www.moonstonebellydance.com

American Tribal Style Classes in Bridgend

2010-06-15T12:28:00.002+01:00

Heley Phillips is launching an American Tribal Style Belly Dance Class in Bridgend starting in September 2010.

It'll take place on Mondays from 7 till 8.30pm at the Coity & Litchard Community Centre.

Heley is a full qualified and insured instructor who'll be following the Fat Chance Belly Dance format.

To register your interest, call Heley on 07518 024316 or email tribalbellydancewales @ live.co.uk

See our previous story about her ATS workshops in Swansea in August.

Balkan Gypsy Night - June 10

2010-06-08T11:01:00.005+01:00

I'm doing a Balkan beats DJ set this Thursday 10 June at the Globe, Albany Road, Cardiff, in support of Georgian gypsy punk band Rogora Khart.

There's also support from rollickin' roots, country and bluegrass duo Ginge and Celloboi.

Doors open around 7.30pm and admission is £4.

See www.myspace.com/rogorakhart and www.myspace.com/gingeandcelloboi for more about the bands.

Check www.theglobecardiff.com for venue details.

Fiora's Summer Solstice Hafla - June 18

2010-06-07T13:14:00.004+01:00

There are less than two weeks left until Fiora's Summer Solstice hafla at the Burleigh Academy, Newport on Friday 18 June.

Tickets are selling fast so if you haven't bought yours yet, get in touch ASAP as Fiora cannot guarantee there will be tickets for sale on the door.

The show features special guests Unaneyia and Markos from Greece.

For more info, contact Fiora on 0789609065 or tfiora @ yahoo.com

See www.oriental-fusion.net for more about her activities.

American Tribal Style workshops in August

2010-06-03T16:57:00.002+01:00

Heley Phillips is holding workshops in American Tribal Style bellydance at the Life Health Fitness Centre on Swansea Enterprise Park on Saturday 21 August 2010.

Based on the Fat Chance Belly Dance format, there'll be a workshop from 11am to 1pm offering core foundation moves, followed by an afternoon workshop from 2 to 4pm covering cues, transactions, formations and leads to put the core moves into an improvisation for performance.

The morning workshop costs £18 or both workshops for £30 - you'll need to do the morning workshop to learn the core moves for the afternoon session.

For booking and payment details please contact Heley Phillips on 07518 024316 or email tribalbellydancewales @ live.co.uk

Heley also teaches a weekly ATS class every Tuesday 6.30 to 7.45pm at the Life Health Fitness Centre.

See www.tribalbellydancewales.org.uk for more about her activities.

Road to Morocco - thanks from Shirl

2010-06-03T10:50:00.001+01:00

Message from Shirl:

"Just wanted to say a huge thankyou to all of you who attented my Road to Morocco Halfa on May 21st.

"We raised £230.00 for the RSPCA, it has beeen donated to the local branch.

"Thanks very much to those who helped me set up and those who helped on the night, our fabulous dancers, Andy Roberts, Gill Hollister, Leslie Fereday, Gloria Sysum Nash, Emily on the Bazaar and of course my mum, who was brilliant.

"If you missed HipSynch Bazaar don't forget it willl be at Fiora's Solstice Hafla at Burleigh Academy on June 18th. You will be able to view, purchase and order my latest designs alongside Belly dance music and dvds and beautiful jewellery. I hope to see you there."

Bellydance class in Caldicot

2010-05-26T12:08:00.003+01:00

A new bellydance class is starting shortly at Caldicot Leisure Centre in Monmouthshire, to be run by Safeena.

Anybody interested is asked to contact Kath Webb on 01291 430201 or 07977 801522 or email mistressquickly @ hotmail.co.uk.

She'll let you know details of times, dates and when the class actually starts.

See www.safeena.co.uk for more about the tutor and her work.

Folkloric with Stick Dancing: Hossam and Serena Ramzy

2010-05-21T11:25:00.003+01:00

The last in a series of Egyptian dance workshops in Cardiff by Hossam and Serena Ramzy takes places on Sunday 13 June 2010.

The session will cover Folkloric with Stick Dancing, promising an energetic and fun workshop concentrating on the Saiidi style.

The workshop takes place at the University Hospital of Wales Sports Club, Heath Park , Cardiff from 11am till 4pm and costs £35.

Contact Hannah for more information and to book a place on 07824 784436.

Check out Hossam and Serena's website at www.hossamramzy.com

Bellydance Sensation Workshops and Hafla - May 15

2010-05-12T12:02:00.002+01:00

Bellydance Sensation Workshops and a Hafla will be taking place this Saturday 15 May at Stretton Sugwas Village Hall, Hereford.

There's a Shaabi workshop with Fiona from 12 till 2pm, a Veil workshop with Julia 2.15 to 4.15pm and a Zills workshop with Katherine from 4.30 to 6.30pm.

The hafla starting at 7pm offers the ambient setting of Arabic style furnishings and a beautiful stage set unique to Bellydance Sensation Haflas.

All workshops cost £10 each and last for two hours including a refreshment break.

If you book all 3 workshops the Hafla will only cost £4. Otherwise the Hafla tickets cost £5 if booked in advance or £6 on the door.

More info and online booking at www.anythingwithin.co.uk

Natacha Atlas at the Hay Festival

2010-04-22T12:29:00.002+01:00

World music superstar Natacha Atlas will be performing at the Hay Festival in Powys on Thursday 3 June.

Well known for her fusion of North African and Arabic themes with western dance and classical music, she'll be appearing on the Guardian Stage at 7.30pm.

Tickets cost £10 - for details see the Hay Festival website.

See www.myspace.com/natachaatlasofficial for more about her music.

Baubo Bellydance in west Wales update

2010-04-19T12:33:00.002+01:00

Here's an update from Guinevere on the activities of Baubo Bellydance in west Wales:

June 13th - 'Wild Treasure'. Lucia Zahara Italian dancer and performer will be coming to Ceredigion to teach Egyptian Ghawazee with sagat and Italian Pizzica Trance Dance. Over The Rainbow, Nr Cardigan. 10.30 - 12.30 & 1.30- 3.30pm. Discount when both workshops are booked.

July 3rd - Sponsored Shimmy for Sunshine Orphange in Luxor. 3pm Letterston Memorial Hall.Pembs. Plus Shabi and Sharqi workshops with Imman Mussa and Circus skills with Pyro Pyxies. 11.30 - 1.30pm - Shabi 3.30 - 5.30 - Sharqi. Circus 11.30 - 1.30pm Family fun day with raffle and refreshments.

July 16 - 18th - 'Gypsy Treasure'.Workshops with international dancer Paola Blanton - 16th - New Balkan Fusion & Drum Solo. 17th - Issadora Duncan Dance with stone circle ritual and picnic. Over The Rainbow, Nr Cardigan.

July 24- 25 - 'A-Z Cabaret Treasure'. Workshops with A-Z Belly Dance expert Suzanne Oehlers - 24th - Latin Fusion 25th - Double veil and A-Z Belly Dance. Over The Rainbow, Nr Cardigan.

July 24th 8pm. World Beats Dance Party. Fundraising Hafla for Womens Aid at Small World Theatre, Cardigan. Indian buffet, Arabic Disco and a variety of acts with guest dancer Suzanne Oehlers from Australia! Performers welcome.

For details see www.baubo.co.uk or email guinevere @ baubo.co.uk - phone 01994 419090 or 0792 533 2892.

HipSynch Bazaar at the Road to Morocco Hafla

2010-04-19T12:31:00.001+01:00

Message from Shirl:

"The full HipSynch Bazaar will be at the Road to Morocco hafla on 21st May 2010 at Rogerstone and Bassaleg Social club, Newport.

"As most of you know I design and make a huge range of custom made bellydance wear 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.

"I also stock over 100 music and DVD titles for the Bellydance Superstars and Hossam Ramzy, and I have some beautiful jewellery to sell fresh from Marrakech. So come along and visit my wonderful bazaar.

"If you need any more information email me at justpooka @ yahoo.co.uk

"Tickets for the hafla are selling fast and we now have 22 top performances form tutors, soloists and groups, so don't delay, order your tickets today."

Bellydance classes in Herefordshire

2010-04-19T12:28:00.002+01:00

General Level Bellydance classes are starting in Herefordshire's Golden Valley with JWAAD tutor Abbie Mason aka Alanya.

Suitable for complete beginners or those with some experience.

They take place on Mondays 7 till 8.30pm at the St Peter's Centre, Peterchurch HR2 0RP.

The price is £25 per 5 sessions - you can take a no-obligation taster session for £7.

For details contact Abbie Mason on 07962 161081 or email alanya01 @ fsmail.net

See her website at www.alanyabellydancer.webs.com

American Tribal classes in Swansea

2010-04-19T12:26:00.002+01:00

Heley Phillips is starting a new class in American Tribal Style Belly Dance fundamentals on the 18th May 2010 at the Life Health & Fitness Centre, Castell Close, Swansea Enterprise Park, Swansea.

"I had the fantastic opportunity to spend most of 2008 in San Francisco training with the legendary American Tribal Style Troupe Fat Chance Belly Dance with intention of gaining the knowledge in correct format of this dance to bring it back to South Wales," says Heley.

"American Tribal Style Belly Dance has evolved form both Egyptian Cabaret, North African Folkloric dances and has stylistic influences from Spanish Flamenco and the dances of India and celebrates the female form, and unity and connection of women dancing together."

For details phone Heley on 07518 024316 or email tribalbellydancewales @ live.co.uk

See also www.tribalbellydancewales.org.uk

May Day Hafla and Workshop near Hay-on-Wye

2010-03-26T16:09:00.003Z

Nancy Warren is hosting a Mayhem, Mystery and Magic hafla at the Clifford Community Centre, Clifford, near Hay-on-Wye on Saturday 1 May.

It'll be preceded by a tribal fusion workshop led by Lynne Chapman aka Fulya of Vintage Vixens.

The workshop runs from 4.30 to 6pm and costs £10, while the hafla from 7pm till midnight costs £5 - creative dances and costumes welcomed!

Call Nancy on 01981 500113 for details.

See www.kookiekaftan1.netfirms.com for more about Lynne Chapman.

Bellyfit with Fiora in Cardiff

2010-03-23T11:18:00.005Z

Fiora is launching a new bellydance fitness class on Monday nights in Cardiff.

Bellyfit is a low impact fitness style that fuses exercises from yoga, pilates, toning, body conditioning and basic bellydance moves.

The main aim is to improve strength, agility and flexibility of the core muscles - those muscles around the waist that are the most problematic though the most crucial! Low impact means without running, jumping or skipping.

Bellyfit is for all ages, shapes and fitness levels. Dance or fitness experience is not essential. However, if you are already a bellydance student or performer, then Bellyfit is the ideal exercise for you!

Bellyfit improves posture, body awareness, increases flexibility, strengthens core stability, builds confidence, tones muscles around waistline, releases stress.

Mondays 6 till 7pm starting Monday 12th April 2010 - 6-week courses costing £36 at the Gaia Studio behind 173 Treharris Street, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3HQ - entrance on Cottrell Road.

Places are limited - advanced bookings only.

See www.oriental-fusion.net for details.

Drums Solos with Katie Holland - March 13

2010-03-08T11:35:00.002Z

Katie Holland will be holding a workshop in drum solos as part of Shimmer at the Gate arts centre, Keppoch Street, Cardiff, on Saturday 13 March from 1.30 till 3.30pm.

Learn how to perfect your own unique drum solo through understanding Arabic rhythms, layer shimmies on your shimmies and generally create a show stopping performance.

Katie Holland is the most sought after foreign dance performer in India right now, performing solo and with her troupe across India at all kinds of events from corporates to film premieres, government ministers, bureaucrats, socialites, Bollywood, Kollywood and Tollywood stars.

This replaces the first workshop with Zehara of the Urban Gypsies which has had to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Zehara will still be conducting her second workshop from 3.30 to 5pm, and performing in the Shimmer show.

Tickets for Katie's workshop cost £15, or you can do the workshops with Katie and Zehara for £25.

Group bookings of 3 or more tickets (either workshop) pay only £10 per ticket when booked and paid in advance.

Please get in touch if you wish to book tickets as places are going fast. Cheques should be made payable to Emily Chuter, and sent to 10 Blenheim Gardens, Magor, NP26 3NA. Alternatively you can send funds via Paypal to nudgenudgehinthint @ hotmail.com

For more details contact Em @ Moonstone Bellydance on 07877 116680 or email em.chuter @ hotmail.co.uk

See also www.moonstonebellydance.com and www.shimmerbellydanceshowcase.co.uk

Kelly-Marie's Birthday Hafla cancelled

2010-03-05T11:25:00.005Z

Please note that this event due to take place at Underwood near Newport on Friday 9 April has been cancelled - sorry for any disappointment.

Istanbul and Gypsy Festival 2010

2010-02-22T14:54:00.002Z

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

Ozgen and Yasmina in Swansea - July 24/25

2010-02-16T12:14:00.002Z

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

2010-02-16T11:58:00.005Z

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

Jan gives Piers Morgan a piece of her mind

2010-01-29T13:48:00.006Z

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

2010-01-26T11:16:00.004Z

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

2010-01-18T11:36:00.003Z

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

2010-01-12T15:14:00.002Z

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.

Thank you from Siluria

2009-12-23T15:14:00.004Z

Message from Rachel Jones aka Siluria:

"Season’s Greetings to everyone and a belated MASSIVE THANK YOU for coming to our Merry Midwinter hafla at New Panteg RFC last Wednesday.

"Thanks to you all so much for your excellent and beautiful performances, and thanks to all those who helped out in other ways. Thanks for giving your time and considerable talents to make the night a success.

"You will be pleased to hear that the raffle raised £60 (thanks to those who donated prizes) and the event raised £150 which we will be using to pay towards the sponsorship of a child in Malawi, through Action Aid.

"Siluria Belly Dance Club based in Pontypool has been sponsoring a boy named Medison Chomba since 2007.

"Thanks to you all again and a very merry Christmas and a happy and peaceful New Year.

"Lots of love,

Rachel and the Pontypool Follies"

See www.siluriabellydance.co.uk for more about Rachel's activities.

Holistic Bellydance with Fiora

2009-12-02T15:42:00.003Z

Fiora Touliatou is holding a series of Ηolistic Bellydance workshops in Cardiff in the new year.

It is inspired by traditional bellydance moves, the North African trance dances Zaar and Guedra, the Persian Khaleegi, holistic therapies and elements of Kundalini yoga.

Holistic bellydance is a personal journey. The intention is to focus on the healing effects of bellydance and experience it as a moving meditation.

There won't be sequences, choreography or musical interpretation taught. From time to time, students will be asked to close their eyes in order to focus inside their body. Some dancing will be done while sitting down.

Holistic bellydance is about holistic movement, chakras, visualisation, releasing negative feelings, experiencing the flow of cosmic energies, being connected with our higher self and the Universal Consciousness.

The sessions will take place one Saturday a month: January 16, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 8 and June 5. One group will meet in the morning (10am till midday) while the second group will meet in the afternoon (1 till 3pm).

The workshops take place at the Gaia Studio, (entrance on Cottrell Road), at the rear of 173 Treharris Street, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3HQ.

Each workshop costs £15 - places are limited, advanced bookings only.

Contact Fiora Touliatou at 07896309065

See www.oriental-fusion.net for more about her classes and performances.

Opa! A Night of Balkan Madness - December 5

2009-11-25T13:05:00.003Z

I'm hosting a Balkan gypsy punk klezmer type night on Saturday 5 December at the Cardiff Arts Institute, a new venue on Park Place opposite the National Museum.

It'll be called Opa! and will feature live music from our favourite Georgian gypsy punk rockers Rogora Khart, klezmer dancing by the delightful Siluria, Russian ukulele tunes from Jeff Japers, rounded off by some upbeat tunes on CD from yours truly.

There may be room for an accordionist too if anyone's up for it.

We'll be starting around 8.30 and finishing about 12.30 when DJ Moneyshot will take over till the early hours.

Admission is £3 or £2 concessions.

Please note that there should be plenty of free parking available along Park Place and in the side streets.

See www.myspace.com/rogorakhart for more about the band and cardiffartsinstitute.org for details of the venue.

HipSynch Bazaar at Underwood Hafla

2009-11-25T10:47:00.001Z

Message from Shirley:

"Hi all, just to let you know that the full HipSynch Bazaar will be at Kelly Marie's Christmas Hafla on Friday 11th December 2009 at Underwood Social Club, Llanmartin.

"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 writing your Christmas lists today, and visit my wonderful bazaar. If you need any more information email me at justpooka @ yahoo.co.uk

"Look forward to seeing you there - Shirley."

Thanks fron Safeena - Caerphilly Hafla

2009-11-23T11:19:00.002Z

Message from Safeena:

"Many thanks to everyone who came to my hafla in Caerphilly on Saturday 21st November, especial thanks to everyone who performed.

"It was a fantastic night, the dancing was out of this world, and the guest dancers Urban Gypsies (Stockport) and Trent Valley Tribal (Stoke on Trent) were wonderful.

"They all send their love and best wishes to their bellydance sisters in Wales and wish to say a big thank you for our great big Welsh welcome and hospitality. It was really lovely that they travelled so far, in such bad weather conditions, to be with us.

"Special thanks go to Jude and Fahareem Fitness for all their hard work helping me get the event off the ground; to Emily and her lovely mum and dad for the bazaar; and to Andy for his DJ skills and brilliant music.

"The tombola raised £75 for Children in Need, thanks to everyone who bought tickets...some of you tried over and over to get a winning ticket :)

"See you all at the next hafla."

Gypsy punks join Siluria's Merry Midwinter

2009-11-17T17:34:00.003Z

Newport's very own Georgian gypsy punk band Rogora Khart will join the festivities at Siluria's Merry Midwinter Hafla at New Panteg RFC, New Inn, Pontypool on Wednesday 16 December.

Siluria aka Rachel Jones is now a regular performer with the band - see her website at www.siluriabellydance.co.uk for video clips.

There'll also be solo and group performances plus music from DJ Andy Roberts.

The charity raffle will now be held to raise funds for the Meningitis Trust.

The hafla runs from 7 till 11pm and costs £5 (free for soloists and teachers, £4 for group performers) - please bring nibbles.

Contact Rachel to book tickets and performance slots.

Workshop with Palestinian singer Reem Kelani

2009-11-16T16:04:00.002Z

Palestinian singer Reem Kelani is holding a vocal workshop at the Southville Centre in Bristol on Sunday 22 November.

She has travelled the Middle East to record traditional songs, preserving them for posterity.

The workshop runs from 10am till 4.30pm and costs £20 or £12.50 concessions - discounts for early bookings and groups.

Contact Judith on 01761 451553 or email Sallydean22 @ aol.com

Julia & Alanya's Midwinter Hafla - December 5

2009-11-16T16:01:00.002Z

Julia and Alanya are holding a Midwinter Hafla on Saturday 5 December 2009 at Yarpole Village Hall, Leominster HR6 0BE.

There'll be solo and group performances, dancing and a souk - please bring your favourite tipple and a dish to share.

It runs from 7.30 till 11pm and costs £5 per person.

To book a ticket, performance slot or souk stall contact Abbie Mason 07962 161081 (email alanya01 @ fsmail.net) or Julie Howes 07800 922662 (email anythingwithin @ live.co.uk)

See also their websites at alanyabellydancer.webs.com and www.anythingwithin.co.uk

Stephanie's 6th New Year Hafla

2009-11-06T15:08:00.002Z

Stephanie is holding her 6th New Year Hafla on Friday 22nd January 2010 at Guildford Hall, Guildford Street in Cardiff city centre.

Anna from Egyptian Nights in Bristol will be the star guest of the evening, which includes solo and group performances, free dancing, bazaars, a photographer and bar.

Doors 7.30pm, performances start at 8.15pm - tickets cost £8 from www.bellydancewales.co.uk or directly from Stephanie.

Email info @ stephaniebellydance.co.uk to book tickets and performance slots.

Siluria's Merry Midwinter - December 16

2009-11-06T10:48:00.006Z

Message from Rachel Jones:

"I and my students would like to invite you and your groups to come along to our Mid Winter/Christmas/Hanukkah/Islamic New Year Mini Hafla!

When: Weds 16th December (I realize many of you teach on Wednesdays but perhaps you will have finished term by then or maybe you can organize a field trip ??)

Where: New Panteg Rugby Club, New Road, New Inn, nr Pontypool
(not PILCS, where we were in July, the other one we’ve been to before)

Time: 7pm til 11 ish (or whatever suits you)

Cost: £5 (Bring your own nibbles) - Pay on the door but please let me know you are coming.

Soloists/Teachers Free, Group Performers £4

There will be a bar and music supplied by our favourite DJ!

No Bazaars – let’s all have a night off!

Raffle in aid of the Meningitis Trust (so if you possibly have any prizes you could donate that would be lovely).

It is planned to be a small informal get together with performances and of course lots of free dancing – I hope you will be able to make it!"

See www.siluriabellydance.co.uk for more about Rachel's activities.

Harem Scarem - thanks from Shirley

2009-11-05T11:02:00.004Z

Message from Shirley:

"I would like to thank everyone who attended Harem Scarem 5 last week. It was a wonderful evening with some superb choreographies, not only demonstrating the outstanding skill of the dancers involved, but also their creativity in creating these superb acts, but also each group's individuality.

"I would also like to thank my wonderful elves - Wendy, Pat, Kay and Sharron - without whom the halls would not have been so fantastically decorated, Odette who did a fabulous job on the stall, our own favourite DJ Andy Roberts, Steve for filming the event for us, and Sarah and Graham, the owners of the venue.

"And.... a very big thankyou to all the dancers and tutors. It would not happen without you.

"Copies of the show will be available soon for those who missed the event and those who wish to see it again. I will be putting a photo disc together so if you have any nice clear pics I would be really pleased if you would email them to me. The photos will be distributed free with the DVD.

"I look forward to next year's show and started planning it way before this year's show. Letters will go out in the summer to all who are on my mailing list as performers. If you think I do not have your details please email me at justpooka @ yahoo.co.uk."

Tracey Jones guest stars with Urban Gypsies

2009-10-22T14:47:00.003+01:00

Message from Safeena:

"Safeena is pleased to announce that Tracey Jones will be performing at the Urban Gypsy Hafla on Saturday 21st November in Caerphilly

"Many of you will remember Tracey Jones (formerly Tracey Pye) as the Bellydancer of the Year, whose glittering career was shattered when she suffered a horrendous accident, which resulted in her having to lose her foot.

"She has fought back from this terrible accident and loss, and is now performing and teaching again. She is an inspiration to us all.

"Safeena is so thrilled that Tracey has agreed to perform at the hafla, alonside the Urban Gypsies and the Trent Valley Tribal and other local dancers and groups.

"Tickets are now on sale for the hafla and bookings taken for the 2 workshops being taught by Zehara, the Urban Gypsy leader.

"No experience is required for the workshops as they are unique and all about having fun and loving the experience of close group dancing."

Contact Safeena on safeenabellydance @ yahoo.co.uk or 07522 673554

Double dose of desert blues

2009-10-19T14:00:00.004+01:00

Fans of North African desert blues should look out for two gigs in south Wales this week.

On Friday 23 October Justin Adams and Juldeh Camara appear at the Pontardawe Arts Centre. Guitarist Justin was a member of Saladin's Orchestra and has worked on Robert Plant's world music projects, while Juldeh is a griot (storyteller) from Gambia and a master of the riti, a single-stringed fiddle. Tickets cost £10 (£9 concessions) - call the box office on 01792 863722.

On Saturday 24 October desert blues legends Tinarwen play Cardiff University Students Union Great Hall. The band of Tuareg rebels from Mali famously swapped guns for guitars to make music not war. Tickets cost £18 - call the students union on 029 2078 1400.

See www.myspace.com/justinadamsproducer and www.tinariwen.com for a taste of what to expect.

Spirits of Isis Workshop and Show - November 14

2009-10-16T14:59:00.002+01:00

The Spirits of Isis Bellydance Show in Hereford on Saturday 14 November will be preceded by two workshops earlier in the day.

Lynne Chapman will teach a Tribal Indian Inspired Fusion workshop from 3 until 4.30pm featuring Bollywood and Bhangra styles.

Then Nancy Warren will teach a Tango Arabe workshop from 5 until 6.30pm. Using dance techniques from tango which will help and inform, improve and add flair to your bellydance. Barefoot, bring socks. If floor allows leather soled shoe and heels if you want, but not necessary.

Cost is £15 per workshop or £20 if you book the two together before 31 October. It will be £25 for the two workshops after that date.

The workshops and the show take place at TGS Bowling, Station Approach, Hereford HR1 1BB - telephone 01432 352500. Tickets for the show cost £6 with proceeds going to St Michael's Hospice. The bazaar will be open from 6pm and the show starts at 8pm.

For information and to book a place please contact Chris on 07712 830823, Sue on 01584 819302 or email Diana - hullah_hullah @ btinternet.com

Khaled workshop cancelled

2009-10-07T13:22:00.002+01:00

Sue Soliman says the Khaled Mahmoud workshop planned for Newport at the end of October has been cancelled due to lack of interest.

For further details, contact safeenabellydance @ yahoo.co.uk

Halloween Hafla near Hay - October 31

2009-09-14T11:48:00.002+01:00

Nancy Warren is hosting a Halloween Hafla at the Clifford Community Centre, Clifford near Hay-on-Wye on Saturday 31 October.

There'll be a range of solo and group performances - please bring food and dress up weird and wonderful.

It runs from 7.30 till midnight and tickets cost £5.

For details call Nancy on 01981 500113.

Classical Egyptian Dance with Hossam and Serena Ramzy

2009-09-14T11:45:00.003+01:00

Hossam and Serena Ramzy will be teaching a workshop about Classical Egyptian Dance and Music at the University Hospital of Wales Sports Hall, Heath Park, Cardiff, on Sunday 25 October.

The workshop will teach you how to:

- express the music
- choreograph a complex-looking Classical Egyptian piece by using simple steps
- understand a piece of music (and recognise the instruments)
- increase your repertoire of Egyptian bellydance moves - both modern and classic
- express authenticity and the Egyptian style while making the music come alive
- develop yourself as a dancer

Hossam and Serena are known across the globe. Their teaching style is warm, generous and humorous.

Hossam was born into an artistic family of dancers and musicians and has experienced the true essence of Egyptian music and dance.

Serena has a beautiful spirit as both a dancer and a teacher and takes care to meet the needs and develop each student.

The workshop takes place from 11am till 4pm and costs £35.

Call Hannah Corr on 02920 300237 for more information or to book a place.

Egyptian Drumming in Gloucestershire

2009-09-14T11:40:00.002+01:00

Helen Roberts is holding the first in a series of Egyptian drum workshops for dancers on Saturday 26 September at Ruardean Memorial Hall in the Forest of Dean.

By the end of the workshop you will have the tools to enable you to listen to your Egyptian music and identify some of the most popular rhythms AND you will also know which dance moves are most appropriate for each rhythm.

25% of the workshop will be devoted to the rhythms (listening, clapping, drumming – bring a drum if you have one) and 75% dancing to the rhythms. Notes will be provided.

The workshop runs from 1.30 till 4.30pm and costs £15 - for insurance reasons no children under 14 are allowed in the room.

Email helen @ goddessdance.co.uk or visit www.goddessdance.co.uk for further details.

Kelly-Marie's Christmas Hafla - December 11

2009-09-09T11:51:00.003+01:00

Kelly-Marie is holding a Christmas Hafla on Friday 11 December at Underwood Social Club near Newport in aid of a local charity to be confirmed.

It's from 7.30pm till midnight and admission is £5 (solo dancers £3).

Performance slots are still available - call Kelly-Marie on 07546 495934 for more information, tickets or to book a solo or group slot.

Meanwhile Kelly-Marie will be teaching bellydance classes at Underwood Social Club every Monday evening starting September 21.

There'll be classes for children (ages 5-13) from till 7pm, cost £2.50 per child, followed by classes for adults (ages 14 and over) from 7 till 8pm, cost £3.

Khaled Egyptian Workshops - October 25

2009-09-09T11:40:00.005+01:00

Sue Soliman says these workshops have been cancelled due to lack of interest.

For further details contact safeenabellydance @ yahoo.co.uk

A Night in Tunisia on Radio Cardiff

2009-09-03T18:04:00.006+01:00

A radio show based on my Night in Tunisia club nights now goes out every Thursday at 11pm on Radio Cardiff.

It's a mix of Middle Eastern beats and bellydance tunes with a touch of Balkan, klezmer, and desert blues.

You'll hear tunes by major stars like Hakim, Nancy Ajram and Emad Sayyah alongside UK artists and some related jazz/rock/exotica curiosities.

Tune in on 98.7 FM or listen live online at www.radiocardiff.org

Get in touch if you make this kind of music and want to be featured on the show - email andy @ arabesq.co.uk.

Holistic Bellydance with Fiora

2009-09-01T16:56:00.004+01:00

Fiora is holding a series of Holistic Bellydance workshops at the Gaia Studio in Treharris Street, Roath, Cardiff - entrance on Cottrell Road.

The workshops are inspired by the traditional North African trance dances Zaar and Guedra, the Persian Khaleegi and elements of Kundalini yoga.

The intention of these workshops is to focus on the healing effects of bellydance and experience it as moving meditation. You won't be dealing with sequences, choreography or musical interpretation.

Holistic bellydance is about holistic movement, about releasing negative feelings, about experiencing the flow of cosmic energies, about being connected with our inner self and the Universal Consciousness.

The workshops take place on Saturday 12 September and Saturday 17 October from 10am to 12 midday or 1 till 3pm, cost £15 per workshop.

For more information, contact Fiora Touliatou on 07896 309065 or see her website at www.oriental-fusion.net

E.coli alert after Dance Camp Wales

2009-08-17T08:59:00.000+01:00

Organisers of Dance Camp Wales in Pembrokeshire are trying to contact around 650 people who attended this year's event after two girls fell ill with E.coli.

An 11-year-old from the West Midlands was taken to hospital. A seven-year-old from Denbighshire is home recovering.

The exact source of the outbreak hasn't been identified, but both girls had attended Dance Camp Wales in Cresselly which ran from July 29 to August 9.

Environmental health officials are sending letters, emails and phoning those for who they have contact details, and appeals are also being posted on Facebook to reach anyone they can't contact directly.

People who attended and are experiencing symptoms such as diarrhoea and stomach cramps should contact their doctor for medical advice.

They're also asked to contact Pembrokeshire Council's public protection department on 01437 764551 or email foodsafety @ pembrokeshire.gov.uk

Read the full story on the BBC News website.

Harem Scarem 5 - October 30

2009-08-07T17:18:00.003+01:00

Message from Shirley:

"Calling all lost souls - Harem Scarem 5, the Halloween Belly Dancers' Ball, is just around the corner.

"Now in its fifth year the show just keeps geting better and better - we have over 22 fantastic acts, a bazaar, projected backdrops and a licenced bar, and it's all set in an ex church.

"What more could you want? The show takes place at Burleigh Hall, Llanthewy Road Newport, on 30th October 2009, 7.30 til 12.15am.

"A show not to be sadly missed ... tickets available form Shirley Griffiths on 07940 801912 or from your tutor."

Chalf Hassan and Melanie Norman workshops

2009-07-16T15:41:00.007+01:00

Composer and multi-instrumentalist Chalf Hassan and Egyptian dance artist Melanie Norman will be holding a series of Oriental dance workshops in Cardiff at the CMC Sports & Social Club, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park.

On Sunday 6 September they'll exploring freedom and form in Egyptian dance - technique: steps, strong and fluid hips; relaxing into taqsim with beautiful hands and graceful arms; stylish and flamboyant Cairene combinations and feeling the joy of movement whilst improvising to a song.

On Sunday 29 November there'll be a Baladi dance workshop, learning a characterful and authentic choreography to the popular "Min Hob fik ya Ghari" with "Tahk il Shabaak".

And on Sunday 24 January the workshop covers classical Egyptian dance, with intensive technique and instruction on how to match the music sensitively and with authenticity.

Each workshop runs from 10.30am to 4.30pm and cost £40 per person. Discounts are available for group bookings.

For further information or to book online please visit www.arabquarter.co.uk

Hossam and Serena Ramzy are holding workshops on similar themes at the same venue as previously announced right here - please double check the details of the workshops you're booking to avoid any confusion.