FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2006

MAIN AUDITORIUM - 86 person limit in this classroom. Teacher is onstage with a headset mic so all can hear and see. The floor is rubber sectional dance flooring and there are no mirrors. Dance shoes can help with turns on these floors, as well as a pinch of cornstarch or baby powder applied to the ball of the foot.

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Class Title: The Heart of Tribal
Instructor: Carolena Nericcio
Type of Class: ATS / Group Improv
Skill Level: Open to All
Description: Core Tribal philosophy, understanding the steps and body mechanics, how to make effective combinations, dancing improv with the partners and how to use the music. Plus, a quick history of American Tribal Style (ATS) Belly Dance, with question and answer time!

Bio:Carolena has not sent a bio, nor is there one on her web site: www.fcbd.com. But if you don't know who she is, you should probably stay home.

RUSSIAN ROOM - This room holds 24 dancers maximum. It has mirrors and a rubber marley dance floor. Dance slippers or sandals are best for turns, or a pinch of cornstarch or baby powder applied to the ball of the foot.

Time:10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.**This class is SOLD OUT**
Class Title: Moroccan Sheikhat
Instructor: Lee Ali
Type of Class: Traditional
Skill Level: Open to All
Description:Erotic and hypnotic! Sheikhat is the traditional dance of sexual initiation passed from the Sheikha (wise woman of carnal knowledge) to the virgin bride. Most everyone in Morocco dances Sheikhat, but "nice girls" do it only at home in the privacy of "women's parties." Publicly, it is performed by prostitutes and by Sheikhat. Sheikhat is the name for professional female entertainers who sing and dance in the cities, where alcohol is served, and throughout the countryside at weddings, births, and Moussems (festivals of the saints). In the 1st hour of class, students will learn basic 6/8 rhythms and drill the fundamentals of Moroccan dance including footwork, pelvic isolations and the signature hair tosses. In the 2nd hour, a choreography will be taught integrating Sheikhat and T'bal (standing trance movements). Warning: do not over eat before class. There will be intensive abdominal work and bellyroll exercises! Handouts will be issued. (From The Producer: bring kneepads in case you guys do the Sheikat floorwork as well as the standing moves.)

Bio: Lee is dedicated to teaching and preserving the dance and folk traditions of Morocco and the Middle East. Her Mom is Moroccan and her Dad is Turkish-Armenian. Dancing professionally since childhood, Lee has performed more than 2,000 dance shows in the US, and abroad including a 2-year road tour in Greece. For 8 years, she was director of her own dance studio in the Arab quarter of Brooklyn, New York, where she taught Middle Eastern dance, weight training and yoga. She is an IDEA certified fitness trainer and a certified yoga instructor from the Satchidananda Ashram. In 1996, Lee produced and directed a documentary film entitled Belly Dancing In America, an examination of the diversity and controversies within ethnic dance. A skillful Middle Eastern percussionist, Lee plays a variety of instruments and sings in 4 languages including Arabic, Turkish, French & Greek. She holds bachelors degrees in Psychology and pre-medical Biology from UC, Irvine. Learn more about her by visiting her site: www.BellyDanceTheater.com **This class is SOLD OUT**

Time:12:45 -2:45 p.m.
Class Title: 'inFusing' Your Tribal Combos and Transitions **This class is SOLD OUT**
Instructor: Shay Moore
Type of Class: Tribal Fusion / Group Improv
Skill Level: Some Group Improv Experience Recommended
Description:In this workshop, we'll explore creative ways to use your dance space by playing with unique group transitions and combinations that will keep things moving and dynamic! Learn to harness all the energetic give-and-take that can come from a myriad of transitions and staging options your group can call upon in the magic of the moment. inFusion performs Tribal Fusion, combining group improv and choreography seamlessly, so these concepts will also adapt perfectly for choreographed performances as well. We will work in small groups, though the concepts will translate into larger groups and within a chorus format. Recommended for dancers with some tribal improv experience.

Bio: Sharon Moore is a passionate tribal belly dance artist who devotes her energies to instructing, performing, and costume design. Her diversified approach to her personal study has developed in her a deep respect for all interpretations of this beautiful dance form, inspiring her to incorporate these various influences into her eclectic style of performance and instruction. Relying on her distinctive sense of creativity, Sharon enjoys blending modern sensibilities and aesthetics with classic dance forms, consistently pushing the limits of modern bellydance artistry. Her personal style is based in the Gypsy Caravan tribal group improvisational format, which she has been personally certified to teach by director Paulette Rees-Denis. Sharon has gratefully taken this format and blended and adapted it to reflect her personal influences and aesthetics. In addition to weekly classes in the Seattle area, Sharon is a highly sought-after workshop instructor, teaching around the US and Canada, and has been honored to be a workshop instructor and a featured performer at two of the largest tribal bellydance events in the world--Tribal Fest and Tribal Quest Northwest.

Sharon proudly co-directs the popular performance troupe, inFusion Tribal Belly Dance (link), as well as directing her student troupe, Nomaditude - Tribal Bellydance with Attitude (link), which performs at student-friendly venues around the city. Sharon is highly active in the Seattle belly dance community, producing and performing at local events, organizing workshops and other educational opportunities in the region, and maintaining several informational web sites.

Proven to be a nurturing teacher with a great sense of humor, Sharon loves to help students succeed. She finds that the sense of community created with tribal belly dance is a uniquely beautiful and empowering force in her life, and she is honored and thrilled to be sharing this experience with others! She loves traveling to different cities to share this dance with others through teaching workshops and performing around the US and internationally. For information on Sharon's classes, upcoming workshops, and performances, visit her web page at http://www.mandalatribal.com

BOLSHOI ROOM - 24 person maximum. This floor is rubber dance marley, so for turns I suggest dance slippers or a pinch of cornstarch or baby powder on the ball of each foot. There are mirrors.

Time:10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Class Title: Drums and Zils! **This class is SOLD OUT**
Instructor: Raquy Danziger
Type of Class: Traditional Middle Eastern Percussion for Drums and Cymbals
Skill Level: Everyone is Welcome
Description:Learn how to play for tribal dancers and how to dance tribal with a drummer. Learn how to play the correct finger cymbal patterns for the drum rhythms. Both drum and zill work will be taught in this same class! Bring your zils* or any drum. (From the Producer: also called finger cymbals, zillar, zills, sagat and various other names.)

Bio: When Middle Eastern music extraordinaire Raquy Danziger joined forces with hard rock musician Liron Peled, the result was dark, powerful Middle Eastern music with a heavy emphasis on Arabic drumming, backed by a band of Arab and Israeli musicians. Raquy, the leader of the group, plays the Iranian Kamanche, a rare and exotic bowed instrument reminiscent of an ancient violin. She is most known for her electrifying performances of original percussion compositions on the Dumbek (Arabic hand drum), which leave audiences awestruck.

The group explores the fascinating genre of Progressive Middle-Eastern music with its rich variety of exotic instruments, pulsating rhythms, and evocative scales. Their 1st CD, "DUST" (© 2003) has reached the top 20 on the CMJ chart for multiple weeks. Their latest CD "Jordan" (© 2005) has debuted on the top 30 on the same chart. The group received airplay in the US, Canada, Central America, Israel and Europe. Raquy and the Cavemen have appeared at Lollapalooza, Central Park Summerstage, FloydFest and PASIC* among others. They are performing regularly in the US with occasional tours abroad. Raquy Danziger, a world-renowned performer and teacher of Middle-Eastern drumming, has taught and performed worldwide, including P.A.S.I.C (Percussive Arts Society International Convention), the American University of Cairo, and numerous other events and festivals. She has developed her own system of notation and of teaching the dumbek (Middle-Eastern goblet drum, her specialty) and used that system in her comprehensive instructional kit, "Dumbek Fever", which includes an instructional DVD, a book and a play-along CD. Raquy and the Cavemen also give workshops and master classes in Middle-Eastern drumming. For more info on this incredible group, visit: www.raquyandthecavemen.com **This class is SOLD OUT**

Time:12:45 - 2:45 p.m.
Class Title: Modernizing and Integrating Tunisian Dance into a Tribal Repertoire **This class is SOLD OUT**
Instructor: Janice Solimeno
Type of Class: Tribal Fusion with Traditional Elements
Skill Level: Everyone is Welcome
Description:Learn the basics of Tunisian dance and how to integrate moves into a Tribal Belly Dance repertoire. We'll first take a look at the traditional dance and costuming and a modern interpretation. After a warm-up to prepare our sides for a strenuous workout, we'll learn and drill a variety of Tunisian moves. Next we'll dress ourselves in a simulation of the costume and dance to see how the adornment accentuates the movements. Finally we'll discuss ideas to modernize the costuming and movements to fit a Tribal repertoire. What to bring: Long piece of flowy material about 4-5 yards (knits work well, a veil as a pinch-hitter), safety pins, 2 long rectangular scarves and WATER. Please, no big skirts - yoga-style pants or pantaloons preferred.


Bio: Janice Solimeno has been dancing since she was 9 - well, earlier if you count dancing around the living room with her Mom! Ballet, Jazz, Modern and (can you believe it?) Square Dancing until she was awed by Tribal Belly Dance. Since then Janice has been the co-founder of The Indigo with Rachel Brice, a core member of Jill Parker's Ultra Gypsy and is currently a member of the collaborative Bastet. Her Tunisian dance study was primarily under the direction of Malia De Felice as well as self-study of Leila Haddad, Aisha Ali and TQNW's workshop instructor Andrea McShane-Radoccio of Blue Dragon Belly Dance. Janice has been teaching at her own studio in Half Moon Bay, California (Sol Studio) since 2004 after completing Gypsy Caravan's Level 1 & 2 Teacher Training Program with Paulette Rees-Denis. Currently, besides teaching and performing in the San Francisco Bay Area as a soloist and member of Bastet, she enjoys performing in various collaborations including Del Fuego Fire Dance and her newest adventure - as a saloon girl Can-Can dancer at The Long Branch Saloon! **This class is SOLD OUT**

YOUTH ANNEX, LARGE CLASSROOM - this room holds 36 dancers maximum. It has sprung bamboo floors and mirrors. NO STREET shoes allowed!

Time:10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Class Title: Dramatic Body Language
Instructor: Tempest
Type of Class: Gothic Belly Dance
Skill Level: Everyone is Welcome
Description: At the heart of Gothic Belly Dance is the ability to express deep emotions through the dance in a dramatic style. While in theory, this makes sense, understanding how to make this happen physically is another matter. How does one go about transferring matters of the heart, mind, and spirit into a corporeal expression? In this workshop, we learn to take regular belly dance movements and add Gothic accents to them, focusing on expressing emotion, intent, and power through our steps and presence. From facial expression to fingertips, we'll be dissecting the accents that give Gothic Belly Dance extra substance, drama, and excitement. You'll take home movement embellishments and flourishes to incorporate into your own style. This class is especially for any dancer who is ready to perform or is considering it.

Bio: Tempest is an artist, designer, dancer, and writer currently based in the Bay Area of California. Although she enjoys studying what tradition has to offer, Tempest loves exploring the dance through unusual music and creative costuming, pulling on her visual arts background to "paint a picture" with the dance; engaging the audience through dramatic embodied storytelling, passionate expression, and sensuous, mesmerizing movement. She finds inspiration for her dances in many eras, places, and faces, from ancient cultures and spiritual myths worldwide, to the work of silent film star and original vamp Theda Bara, and turn-of-the-century dance goddess Ruth St. Denis. Tempest is the creator of the the Gothic Belly Dance Resource, and is considered to be the premier instructor for the genre. In the fall of 2006, she created and organized a groundbreaking event "The Durga Tour" - a nationwide tour of over two dozen states, bringing Gothic, Sacred, and Experimental belly dance performances and workshops to each stop. She is featured on the first ever GBD performance DVD produced by WorldDanceNewYork entitled "The Darker Side of Fusion" and just released "Bellydance for Beautiful Freaks", an instructional DVD, this past fall.
Websites:
-Med'Devi Ink (art, design, the original corset belt...) www.meddevi.com
-Tempest's Nouveau Noir Dance: www.darklydramatic.com
-The Gothic Bellydance Resource: www.gothicbellydance.com

Time:12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Class Title: Non-Stop Bhangra w/Dholrhythms
Instructor: Vicki Virk
Type of Class: Traditional Ethnic Dance
Skill Level: Everyone is Welcome
Description:Indulge your body and soul with a unique rhythmic experience. Learn the art of Bhangra, a dance like no other that will take your body and soul into new realms. What is Bhangra?Bhangra is an upbeat, energetic, and vibrant folk dance from North India, Punjab Region. Traditionally done to celebrate the harvest, Bhangra can now be seen at any and all festive occasions celebrated in India particularly weddings. It's perhaps the most vigorous form of South Asian Dances, but also the most free spirited, down to earth and fun. The main instrument is a large barrel size drum called the dhol. Its hypnotic beats are so contagious and can lure even the most dedicated of wallflowers onto the floor. Bhangra is a such a joyous form of dance that you will be engulfed in its spirit of celebration as soon as you experience it. From Bollywood movies, to cultural melas, to the club scene, bhangra is becoming a popular phenomena and ismaking its mark in the musical community. This class will be a mini crash course in learning all the basics of bhangra that will then be translated into a beautiful choreographed routine that you can use any time you hear the dhol(drum) or incorporate it into other dance routines and performances.The class will make you shake your hips, move your arms, stomp your feet and give you a great cardio workout by indulging your dancing spirits.

Bio:Vicki Virk was born and raised in Punjab, India, where bhangra originated. She has been dancing to bhangra all of her life. Though she became an attorney, her love and passion for dance inspired her to start her own company called Dholrhythms, that allows her to share her enthusiasm for bhangra through classes, workshops, performances, and events all over the Bay Area. She currently teaches as many as 10-14 regular weekly classes at different studios, and afterschool kids' programs. She also leads her own dance troupe made up of women from diverse backgrounds, each of whom started off as a student in one of the classes. Dholrhythms dance troupe has been seen mesmerizing audiences with their upbeat, and unique performances at some of the most well known venues in San Francisco including, Sony Metreon, Fort Mason, The Fillmore, The Mezannine, DeYoung Museum, The Supper Club, DNA Lounge, 111 Minna Gallery, 1015 Folsom and many, many more.

Vicki is also the co-founder of NonStop Bhangra (NSB), a monthly event in San Francisco which combines live dhol (drum) & tabla players, dance performances/lessons, visuals, painters and DJ's all dedicated to celebrating the spirit of Bhangra. Started as an outlet for Dholrhythms students, the event has grown into an amazing community that attracts over 400 diverse people every month that come together to experience bhangra. NSB is making its mark in the San Francisco Culture and has been voted Top 5 Global events in SF. The event has been featured in SF Weekly, The Chronicle, SF Bay Guardian, San Francisco Magazine, along with many other publications. "I love teaching bhangra because it is a celebration of life. It's done with energy, zest and passion and that's exactly how life should be lived."~vicki v~For more information on dholrhythms, Vicki Virk, or bhangra, please visit:
www.dholrhythms.com or www.nonstopbhangra.com

Time:2:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Class Title: Dynamic Duets and Tight Trios **This class is SOLD OUT**
Instructor: Seba and MJ
Type of Class: ATS BellyDance - BlackSheep Style!
Skill Level: Open to All
Description:Come and join Seba and MJ of BlackSheep BellyDance as we share with you ways to make your duets and trios more intriguing and dynamic. Breaking down moves from the BlackSheep BellyDance format we will focus on spacing, formations, and lead changes. All geared towards making your duets more sensuous and powerful and your trios crisp and lively. This is a multi-level class. Bring your zills.

Bio: Seba discovered American Tribal Belly Dance 5 years ago when she joined Kajira Djoumahna's classes (back when she was teaching in Rohnert Park, CA, three years before her move to Maui). In 2004 Seba became a member of BlackSheep BellyDance. She has been the assistant troupe director (along with Kajira) of BlackSheep BellyDance-CA since 2005. She is a Certified Level 1 and 2 Teacher in the Kajira Djoumahna / BlackSheep BellyDance Format for ATS BellyDance, and has been teaching for several years. She also is Level 1Certified in the Suhaila Salimpour format and is a practicing Certified Massage Therapist, which aids her teaching skills. She has enjoyed assisting and performing with Kajira in workshops nationwide. She was drawn to ATS after experiencing the intuitive connection that happens between dancers while dancing in this synchronized group improvisational style. She loves sharing this idea with others and then stepping into the moment and seeing what amazing things can be created! MJ, Seba's actual sister, will be assisting in the workshop. She has been dancing with BlackSheep BellyDance since 2004 and is Certified in the KD/BSBD Format for ATS for Level 1. Seba and MJ teach weekly classes in Rohnert Park, CA., with full support and endorsement by their teacher and founder of this unique format for ATS, Kajira Djoumahna. To learn more about Seba and MJ look for their bios on this site. (www.blacksheepbellydance.com) **This class is SOLD OUT**

YOUTH ANNEX, SMALL ROOM - 19 dancers maximum! This room has some mirrors and rubber tile dance flooring. Dance shoes are recommended for turns on this floor, or a pinch of baby powder or cornstarch applied to the balls of the feet. *PLEASE NOTE that for the following three classes taught by members of The Indigo, the price is $50 each due to the intimate class size.

Time:10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Class Title: Basic Technique with Finger Cymbal Variations **This class is SOLD OUT**
Instructor: Rachel Brice
Type of Class: Tribal Fusion
Skill Level: Open to All
Description:In this workshop, we will drill basic shapes with arm movements and finger cymbal patterns. Please bring a bottle of water and finger cymbals.

Bio: Rachel Brice first fell in love with Belly Dance after watching the famous Hahbi' Ru at the Northern California Renaissance Pleasure Faire in 1988 and began taking classes right away. In 1999, she decided to study full time, and relocated for the University program in Dance Ethnology at San Francisco State. In 2003 she was discovered by rock mogul Miles Copeland and began touring internationally with his company, The Bellydance Superstars. Also in 2003 she co-founded The Indigo Belly Dance Company. 2007 marks The Indigo's first full-length touring show, Le Serpent Rouge, presented by Miles Copeland. When home, Rachel studies Belly Dance with her teachers Suhaila Salimpour and Carolena Nericcio, creator of American Tribal Style. She also studies Viniyoga with one of its co-founders, Gary Kraftsow.
To learn more about Rachel, please visit her site: www.theindigo.com and
and www.bellydancesuperstars.com as well as her Tribe on www.tribe.net
**This class is SOLD OUT**

Time:12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Class Title: Tribal Fusion Choreography**This class is SOLD OUT**
Instructor: Mardi Love
Type of Class: Tribal Fusion
Skill Level: Open to All
Description: Mardi Love will teach an original choreography - one reflecting her affection for the smooth and simple, punctuated with fun and unusual isolation combinations. Some dance experience is recommended.

**This class is SOLD OUT**

Time:2:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Class Title: Sultry Moves with an "Old-Timey" Sensibility**This class is SOLD OUT**
Instructor: Zoe Jakes
Type of Class: Tribal Fusion with Elements of Burlesque
Skill Level: Open to All
Description:Zoe will be incorporating a touch of her burlesque influence into a slow and playful choreography she will be teaching. All that ooey gooey stuff that is so fun and delicious to watch and do will be focused on in this class. Focus will be on stylization of bellydance moves with the drama and theatricality of a burlesque dancer. If Mata Hari were around today, she might have played around with a few of these moves.....

Bio: An innovative dancer, Zoe has been said to have her own unique take on Tribal Fusion Bellydance. She has had the honor of performing with Jill Parker, Aziza, Elizabeth Strong, and was a member of the Suhaila Dance Company in 2001. Currently she is performing with The Indigo, Bellydance Superstars, and The Yard Dogs Road Show. As a child, Zoe studied ballet and jazz, later on in life thanking her mother for making her go, as it proved to be essential in her career choice. Zoe has been bellydancing non-stop since she saw her first bellydancer in 2000. She was a part of the esteemed SF Bay Area Troupe Aywah!, performing at numerous venues in the San Francisco Area and becoming familiar with folk dance from many regions aroundthe world. Her interpretation of bellydance is enhanced by Classical Indian Kathak, which she studied at the school of Chitresh Das. Her colorful dance history includes performing with theExtra-Action Marching Band and David Byrne at the Hollywood Bowl in 2005.
**This class is SOLD OUT**