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Fire in the Belly

High Dive
Seattle, WA

Fire in the Belly ~ Passion in the Dance
5th Anniversary Show and Party for the Pyramid Lounge; Seattle's longest running Bellydance event the first Monday of every month!

Live music by House of Tarab

Dances of passion and wild abandon by:
Raqs Serpentine
Pyrosutra
Delilah

Bellydance dress up! We will be raffling off the title of "Miss/Mrs./Mr. Pyrmaid Lounnge" you must come in costume to enter your name in the drawing.

(3) 1.5 Workshops will be taught the weekend before the show by the ladies of Raqs Serpentine. Pre-register now for the lowest prices

Sat Feb 28, 2009
12:15 to 1:45
Raqs Sharqi Basics: Interpreting Rhythm & Melody Through Movement - Kaori

This workshop focuses on listening for and hearing rhythm changes, and how to express those changes through movement techniques. We'll also consider the melodic component of the music, and ideas for how to express the "emotion" of the melody as represented by the instruments most commonly found in classic Middle Eastern music. Whether you're drawn to Egyptian Cabaret style (Raqs Sharqi) or Tribal style, Interpreting Rhythm & Melody Through Movement will enhance your repertoire with powerful, yet easy to learn movements so your dance flourishes! Both beginning and intermediate dancers welcome.

2:00 to 3:30
Poi Basics - Leslie

What is Poi?

Poi are a traditional Polynesian dance prop made of a ball on a cord, that are used in dances by the Maori, the Native people of New Zealand. The Maori tradition has been adapted into a modern art form of spinning that borrows heavily from juggling, martial arts and other theatrical sources.

We will cover poi basics: length of poi, holding, forward spin, Backwards spin, Split time, Low turn, High turn, tuck turn, corkscrew, chasing the sun.

-All of these moves will be applicable to single and double veil.

*All students will need to bring there own practice poi to the workshop. Some practice sets will be available for sale and directions to make your own can be sent in advance at your request.

More info about the teacher: www.LeslieRosen.com

3:45 to 5:15pm
Hip Hop Belly Fusion - Ellen

Journey to the depths of your soul and discover just how funky you can be. Fuse the rhythm and attitude of funk / hip hop with the grace and flow of belly dance in Ellens signature funky style. We will begin our journey by adding some attitude and flare to familiar movements from basic belly dance technique and break dancing. Then we will delve deeper into our souls to bring out your inner diva and learn how to express on your own terms with you body and soul. Finally Ellen will show you how she puts some of these moves together and have you groovin full out.

All classes will be in the movement studio of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center in West Seattle. Workshops are open to people of all ages.

Do it all!!! Complete package fee: (3)90 minutes workshops plus show ticket for $105

Each workshop early bird registration: $35
Workshop at door: $40 (if there is space)

Show ticket: $18

We will release tickets at the door for $20 if there are any remaining. We have sold out all other years!

Minimum Age: 21

Kid Friendly: No

Dog Friendly: No

Non-Smoking: No

Wheelchair Accessible: No

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