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Need Music Help! Mr. Kajira

2008-06-10T04:04:07Z

Okay, I should know this already, but from a dance club eye... what are five songs that I should carry as a DJ to get people to dance....?

Bollywoody or Bhangra?

Please name of song and artist.... not just artist.... mahalo in advance!

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MECDA Fall Festival of Music & Dance - Nov. 1

2008-06-03T02:46:44Z

Hello Dancers,

The MECDA chapter is now taking reservations for performance spots on the festival stage. We will have ongoing entertainment from 10:30am to 5:00pm - that's a lot of dancing - come be part of it!

Soloists 5 minutes
Duet/Trio 10 minutes
Troupes 4+ 15 minutes

There will also be 7 drop-in workshops presented by instructors from throughout the state. Please check here for more info:
www.levantalsonora.com

We also need people to volunteer to help with admissions, stage managing and workshop helpers - this can be just a 1 or 2 hour stint during your day and will be greatly appreciated. It takes a LOT more than the 4 members of the MECDA chapter board to run an event like this!

To reserve a spot and/or volunteer please email president@levantalsonora.com.

Thanks,
Mahin

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Guess who's performing at the tribal fest after party?

2008-05-23T15:44:43Z

http://images.tribe.net/tribe/upload/photo/27d/9f1/27d9f18c-f0ca-4435-aa27-86f0312e022a

http://cosmikcasbah.eventbrite.com

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Great show mates! TF08

2008-05-23T08:32:29Z

Wonderful show to make us all smile and so proud of Josa!

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Aashiyaana Dance Academy...Indian and Belly Dance classes starting!!

2008-05-23T00:50:26Z

Here's our first class... We have Indian choreographies coming in July!!

BellyDance for Beauty and Health
Have Fun and Feel Sexy while you Exercise

Tuesday nights starting May 20 2008
with Sherry VanGoethem
of ADC Performance Troupe and Dance Academy.
Held at the Center for True Harmony Wellness and Medicine
2152 S. Vineyard #138 Mesa AZ 8521
480-539-6646-ph

Classes will be from 6:20 to 7:20 on Tuesdays. $15/class

Details:

All levels are welcome!
We will be drilling the basic belly dance moves.
For the mid-level to advanced student: Create purified muscle memory in the moves and FULL extension in each of the moves.
For the beginner student: Introduce yourself to the beautiful and sensual moves of belly dance. Begin to master these moves by developing muscle memory.

Benefits:
Develop abdominal muscle strength and definition. You will work all part of your ‘six pack’, the upper, middle and lower abs.
Decrease back pain by learning the moves that will strengthen your lower back and upper back.
Increase arm strength and definition by mastering the belly dance posture
(I call it the Queen pose!)
Get a ‘bum lift’ ;) You will be doing great gluteal exercises to strengthen and actual lift your bum to give you rounded effect from hind sight.
Minimize that shoulder pain by opening up your chest muscles and ‘dropping your traps’. Do your shoulders feel like they are raised to your ears? We will stop that!

In each class we will target different body parts and drill the moves to make each class fun, different, progressive, did I mention …FUN FUN FUN. Listen to great grooving music, move your body, increase your heart rate and learn dance you can take home to your man;)

Check out our youtube videos: www.youtube.com/shonigori

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Clothes Kalbelya

2008-05-22T05:56:48Z

I Would like to know how buy clothes Kalbelya. We have a group of gipsy dance in Brazil and we need this clothes. If you have this clothes or know some place for to sale, please, inform for me.
Best Regards,
Rose
www.espiritogitano.com

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Tribal Fest!

2008-05-20T19:28:12Z

You rocked girl!!!!!!!!!!!! And tell your daughter she was awesome at the after show!

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Intensif summer rroma dances workshop

2008-05-13T10:46:29Z

INTENSIF SUMMER RROMA DANCES WORKSHOP
Paris, July 21st to 26th, 2008
With Simona Jovic
www.simonajovic.com

Join us for this unique opportunity to understand the evolution of the rromani dances from India to Europe, during the "Roma dances of the world" one week workshop in the most reputaded dance school in Paris:

Programme :

* July 21st : Rroma dance from North-Western India
Kalbeliya/sapera dance, from 2pm to 5pm, all levels
Bring a long skirt, a long head scarf and the ankle bells

* July 22nd :Rroma dance from Afghanistan
Afgani nomad dance, from 2pm to 5 pm, all level
Bring a long skirt and a long head scarf

* July 23rd : Rroma dance from Upper Egypt
Ghawazee dance, from 2pm to 5pm, all level
Bring the wide pants or a skirt and the finger cymbals

* July 24th : Rroma dance from Turkey
Karsilama dance, from 2pm to 5pm, all level
Bring the wide pants and the finger cymbals

* July 25th : Rroma dance from Southern Balkans
Cocek and ora dances, from 2pm to 5pm, all level
Bring the wide pants and a small hand scarf

* July 26th : Rroma dances from Central/Eastern Europe
Cingerica,manela, russian, from 11:30am to 2:30pm
Bring a wide skirt and a schwall

Adress :
Centre de danse du Marais
41 rue du Temple, 75004 Paris

Price : 270 euros

Bookings : Payment of 50% at the following bank account :
Name : Simona Jovic
Bank name and adress:
BNP Paribas, 9 rue de la Gare
77360 Vaires sur Marne
FRANCE
International bank account number :
FR76 3000 4016 4000 0100 2432 139

Please confirm, first, your participation by email on contact@simonajovic.com

Important : For those who cannot follow this one week workshop in july, two individual workshop will take place on May 25th (turkish and balkanian rroma dance) and on June 15th (kalbeliya rajasthani nomad dance). For more information, check Simona Jovic's website : www.simonajovic.com

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Bedouin Tribe to host Student Appreciation Night!!!

2008-04-16T04:24:35Z

Lamassu Mediterranean Grill & Bedouin Tribe Dance Company Present...

STUDENT APPRECIATION NIGHT!
May 25th 2008
5:00-7:00PM

WE WANT YOU!

Come and join us for a night of fun, music, hookah, laughter, and dance! As our graduating performers come to present and celebrate all they have accomplished.

Showcase will start promptly at 5:00pm.

If you are interested in performing please contact Shannon at smconklin@hotmail.com or Marissa at marionetta_nyx@cox.net or via phone at 480.558.7928.

Admission is $2.00 at the door.

Please remember to support our venue!!! Lamassu Mediterranean Grill is a family owned and operated restaurant where their authentic food is prepared fresh daily. Lamassu offers a full bar and patio hookah. Lamassu is located on the North East corner of Val Vista & Elliot. Reservations are highly recommended: 480.539.5909.

53 N. Val Vista #100, Gilbert AZ 85234
www.lamassugrill.com

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Samantha Riggs in Milwaukee 5-6April!!!!!

2008-03-25T20:27:01Z

Tuesday, March 4th is the final day to take advantage of the 'Early Bird' pricing for the Samantha Riggs Workshop Weekend Extravaganza! Purchase all 4 workshops and save $20 for the entire weekend of dancing. Also, 'Rakh 'n Belly Roll' Show tickets are $15, and individual a-la-carte workshops are $40 through March 4th. All prices will increase on March 5th.

All 4 workshops will increase to $180
A-la-carte workshops will increase to $45
All 'Rakh 'n Belly Roll' Show tickets will increase to $20

Come join Sammi and Rakhshanda for a fabulous weekend of workshops and shows! Stick around for one of the infamouse Rakhshanda after-show parties at Walker's Pint - just across the street from the workshop and show venue. Hope to see many of you there!
www.rakhshanda.com

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Favorite Bollywood clips on Youtube?

2008-03-20T17:06:13Z

90% of the posts in this tribe are for bellydancing.... hmmm. I guess that stuff kinda relates to Rajastan gypsies.

but Back on the topic of Bollywood. I was hoping that other Bollywood enthusiest might want to share links to their favorite youtube clips?

heres a random one that I bought on cassette years ago - glad to finally see the visual.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdIyiDxVOY8

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Poi Workshops at the Mystic Jewell with Alien Jon!!!

2008-02-22T16:24:20Z

I highly recommend taking this workshop. Jon is an incredible prop artist and AZ is very fortunate to have him here willing to pass on his knowledge of poi!

Friday, March 7 - w/Alien Jon & assistant Tricia: $40 covers both classes
• 6-7:00 Fundamental forms of modern poi $20 - Covers fundamental poi concepts, exercises, and poi scales. Indispensable for the beginner, fill in holes for intermediate spinners, and give advanced spinners a chance to delve deeply into the foundation that makes all advanced moves easy to learn and flow with.
• 7-8:00 Advanced Poi and technical concepts $30 - Covers an advanced model and understanding of the spin zones around the human body so that you can spin anywhere in any orientation including behind the head and back or under the legs. This also includes inside planes and inswings in between the arms all around the body. Further exploration in the body and poi relationships as time sculpture: tracing geometry through time. This yields incredible feelings and unbelievable visual effects for your audience. For the uber-advanced we can cover 'Composite' spinning: pattern construction using independent control of each hand/poi. For example advanced hybrids.

Call the Mystic Jewell, Alien Jon, or Tricia to reserve your spot!
Mystic Jewell (480) 894-8777
Jon Everett (720) 935-3822
Tricia Moore (480) 233-6706

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Sam's Classes Selling Out!!

2008-02-14T19:04:13Z

They are not sold out yet,,, but Sam's 2 classes at Tribal Fest are going fast..... wanna get in with da slamming Bhangra and Prirate Rum? Better hurry!!!

www.blacksheepbellydance.com

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Simona Jovic kalbeliya workshop

2008-01-28T09:32:17Z

Simona Jovic
Authentic dances of the Rroma
www.simonajovic.com

KALBELIYA DANCE WORKSHOP with Simona Jovic
Paris, February 16 and 17, 2008

Saturday : 2pm-6pm (dances of Rajasthan kalbeliya and ghoomar)
Sunday : 2pm-6pm (dances of Rajasthan kalbeliya and ghoomar)

Music and video to sell !

For more information, please send a mail to contact@simonajovic.com

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Benny Lava Bollywood!

2008-01-25T13:38:29Z

Ok, y'all may have seent his before, but I was really LOLing, so I wanted to share!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYwS9k1ZexY

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Samantha in Milwaukee!!!!!!! Registration is open!

2008-01-22T18:01:37Z

Rakhshanda is hosting the fabulous Samantha Riggs for a weekend workshop and show! Registration is now open on our website www.rakhshanda.com
The dates are 5-6April2008 with a show the evening of 5April. Save the dates! It will be a phenominal weekend!

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BBBwood-come "alligator" for us!

2008-01-20T20:48:12Z

Dates are pending but at least 2 mos out.

NATIUM World Dance & Kahlea will be hosting 2008's Bohemian Nights, a bellydance collection. The showcase will be a monthly or every other monthly showcase of all types of bellydance. Alterna-cirque bellies WELCOME!

Shows will take place at a venue in the Tempe area and will have an oldey timey, circus side-show, exotic feel. Bellydancers of all disciplines are welcome from:

Traditional : Egyptian, Turkish, Orientale, Persian, etc...
Tribal: ATS, World Tribal, Fusion, Modern Fusion, and Goth Fusion
World dance: West African, Eastern Euro folk, Flamenco, Zambra, Folklorico
Circus/show dance: Little Egypt, Mata Hari, Aerialists, themed...

Enter another place and time where world fusion bellydance company, NATIUM World Dance, known for blending various world dance flavors with bellydance, hosts Bohemian Nights, A bellydance cirque. This showcase of talent takes place in 2008 at _________, in Tempe Arizona.
As audiences wander in they are greeted with sights, sounds and scents evocative of exotic destinations, worlds away, and of times forgotten. From the rich looking textiles and decorations from other countries, to the sounds of worlds coming together under one roof, audiences will feel as though traveling to mysterious, foreign lands. Wander through the mini bazaar to barter, haggle and bid on unique objects d'arte from artisans and vagabonds.

Each Bohemian Nights showcase kicks off with a free mini bellydance lesson to familiarize the audience with this art form and to incite excitement for the dance jam later. Then, Bohemian Nights becomes a two hour-long showcase of dancers, ranging from student performers showing off what they've learned in classes, to semi-professionals desirous of more exposure, to special professional dancer guest stars who will light up the night. Some performers will dance with props such as swords, Chinese fans, fire, veils, skirts and more. After each event, the dance floor opens up for all dancers, whether in the show or in the audience, to get up and take part in an open-floor bellydance soiree, into the night. Performers from the show come out to dance and migle with the audience and to do a meet and greet. The showcase becomes a party for all to participate.

These events are for 21 and over crowds only, as the venue serves liquor. Come hungry too as the menu has tasty treats from appetizers to delicious grilled burgers.

A portion of ticket sales will be donated to a charity or used to benefit a local business selected by NATIUM World Dance, with a different charity or business selected for each show. Raffle tickets sold will also benefit these select organizations, with all proceeds donated to that charity or business. Gratuities and tips are always appreciated, a portion of which may also be donated to the charity or business selected as well.

Run away with the belly-cirque!

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Slithery Pop and Locks Bellydance class starting!

2008-01-07T23:14:49Z

Hello All!
I will be teaching a fabulous choreography to some upbeat yet sultry hiphop music at the Mystic Jewell studio on Thursdays (starting Jan 10, 2008) at 6.10p. The cost is only $15 per class, or get a session card and its bumped down to $12 a class! You can't beat that. We will be teaching a skill levels, (I have many assistants for the class, so the newbies will be able to keep up, and those more advanced will be challenged). Take a look at the preview performance I did at the recital in December. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sEZvaXfaFU

Get ready to be a Divine Slithery, Pop and Locky bundle of brilliance by the end of 8 weeks!
Check out www.mysticjewell.com for the class schedule!! :)

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gorgeous bellydance costumes for sale from India!

2008-01-01T22:01:56Z

Buy a bellydance costume, and help a poor family in India!

*Made in India
*100% of the profit goes to a poor family in India (the woman who made the dresses, and her family)
*Skirts created to accent spinning, with lots of fabric
*Skirts are long and very flowy, with draw-string tops
*Skirts have a layer of gorgeous, shiny, embroidered chiffon over top of a layer of solid material
*Choli tops have sparkly accents, metal hooks in the front, same material and colors as skirts
*Veils/Scarves vary, with most having sparkly accents
*Veils/scarves are very long and rectangular, most having fringe accents
*Each costume includes a top-quality, beautiful skirt, short-sleeved choli top and veil, and can easily be altered by a seamstress

To view pictures of these costumes and/or to purchase one, please visit: www.pittsburghbellydance.com and click on "costumes".

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Help for children

2007-12-21T12:34:29Z

Dear friends,

In a few weeks, i am going to India, where I will be meeting nomad kalbeliya families. This time, we would need clothes for children, especially very small children. So please, if you have anything to give, we would be happy to take it to India. I will be in Paris until January 9th, so for those who live in Paris, somebody from the Organization would come to pick up the staff. And for the others, there is a possibility to send it. For those who are already in India, I will be performing in New Delhi (January 10th and 11th) and Orissa (January 12th) before going to Rajasthan (Jan. 14th), so if you wish to help, please contact me as soon as possible so that we can arrange a meeting.

I wish you all Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Simona Jovic
President of Humanitary and Cultural Organization "Rroma of the World"
rromaorganization@gmail.com
www.simonajovic.com

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2007-12-12T12:40:36Z

Simona Jovic
Dances and music of the Rroma
Humanitary and Cultural Organization "Rroma of the world"
www.simonajovic.com

Dear all,

This is the last call for all those who would like to join my january's trip to India where we will be learning the kalbeliya dance directly from Kalbeliya musicians and dancers in their nomadic village. The trip will take place between January 14th and 21st. To know more about the kalbeliya (or sapera) dance, you can watch this video :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjNNK-KUKg0&feature=related

For those who live in Eastern India, I will be performing the "Road of the Rroma" performance (Dances of the Rroma from India, Afghanistan, Egypt, Turkey, Macedonia, Serbia, Rumania and Hungary) in Orissa :

* In Orissa on January 12th
* In Bhubaneswar on January 22nd

For all information, please contact the organizers : Bhubaneswar Music Cercle lipipusparbn@yahoo.com

I wanted to thank one more time Adriana, Alheli, Veronica and all the other girls for their warm welcome in Mexico city.

Devlesa,

Simona Jovic
contact@simonajovic.com

UPCOMING EVENTS :

* Orissa - INDIA
January 12th, 2008
Performance

* Rajasthan - INDIA
January 14th to 21st, 2008
Kalbelya music and dance tour

*Bhubaneswar - INDIA
January 22nd, 2008
Performance

* Paris - FRANCE
February 9th and 10th, 2008
Workshops

* Paris- FRANCE
February 16 and 17, 2008
Workshops

* Paris- FRANCE
February 23 and 24, 2008
Workshops

* Vranje - SERBIA
March 2008
Humanitary work
If you wish to help rroma children with clothes, medicins, toys or anything, contact me

* Saint-Pierre - REUNION ISLAND
April 2008 (exact dates will be soon confirmed)
Concert & performance with Rromano Horo group

* Saint-Denis - REUNION ISLAND
April 2008 (the exact dates will be soon confirmed)
Workshop : dances of the Rroma from India, Egypt and Turkey

* Skopje (Suto Orizari) - MACEDONIA
May 1st to 8th, 2008
Music and dance tour in Suto Orizari the biggest rroma comunity in Europe
History, language, music and dance with Macedonian Rroma
Ederlezi celebration

* Zeceprajini - ROMANIA
End of may 2008
Humanitary work
If you wish to help rroma children with clothes, medicins, toys or anything, contact me

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Indian jewelry for sale at BBBF!

2007-10-05T01:04:59Z

My father brought beautiful jewelry and accessories back from his latest trip to visit our family in India. I will be selling them at BBBF this weekend. Hope to see you there!

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babysitting during bbbf anyone?

2007-09-12T18:31:54Z

hey gals! Maria from Zafira is bringing her darling 3yr old along with her to BoomBoomBellyfest and is looking for someone who might be able to take care of him at the Studio while she's teaching workshops and performing. It wouldn't be all day - just during her "work" times and she's offering pay! If you're interested, please email me directly (I don't check Tribe that often these days) at domba@cox.net.
thanks!

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volunteers for bbbf!

2007-09-12T18:26:35Z

Want to get involved in BoomBoomBellyfest? Well, we’re looking for some volunteers! We need a little help to keep things running smoothly on Sat and Sun, Oct 6-7 for BoomBoomBellyfest. Projects such as setting up, running errands, checking people into workshops, cleaning up after workshops and the show, etc. (plus more that I’m sure we’ll think of as we get closer….). If you’re interested, we would LOVE LOVE LOVE your help! Yea, it doesn’t pay any monetary value but think of all the good karma you’ll be racking up, not to mention our undying gratitude!
Please email boomboombellyfest@yahoo.com with the days/times you’re available and we’ll definitely put your skills to work!
Thanks much and see you all at BoomBoomBellyfest!

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Boom Boom Bellyfest Online Registration!

2007-08-15T20:02:31Z

Want to make sure you get a spot in one of Unmata, Zafira or Ethnophonica's workshops? Register online at www.mysticjewell.com

Boom Boom Bellyfest will be October 6-7, 2007. Come to the beautiful Mystic Jewell World of Dance Studio in Tempe, AZ, for workshops, the showcase and vending. More information available on the Mystic Jewell site - www.mysticjewell.com

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Bhangra Workout @ the Mystic Jewell Aug 20

2007-08-12T17:14:41Z

Join Sherry V from the Aashiyaana Dance Company for a great and lively Bhangra class. Learn the classic bhangra dance moves while getting a great workout! The classes will be held at the Mystic Jewell studio on Mondays starting Aug 20. The class begins at 6:10p. Go to www.mysticjewell.com for more details. The studio is near Mill and Broadway in Tempe.

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HipHop Bellydance Class starting Aug 24

2007-08-12T17:09:13Z

We will be having a fabulous new HipHop Bellydance Class at the Mystic Jewell studio with Sherry V and Hemina of the Aashiyaana Dance Company. We will be dancing to a medley of songs including Hey Mama by the Black Eyed Peas. All levels welcome, Beginners to Advanced. If you don't have any bellydance experience it's recommended to take the Beginner Bellydance taught by Heidi of Domba following the HipHop Bellydance class. Go to www.mysticjewell.com for more details. The Classes will be held on Thursdays at 6:10p at the Mystic Jewell studio near Broadway and Mill in Tempe AZ.

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Natium's Spring Natyam II

2007-08-10T19:51:32Z

Save the date!

NATIUM World Dance will be hosting it 2nd Spring Natyam in 2008!
March 29 2008, please save the date for the bellydance, world fusion showdown of the year in Phoenix Arizona.
From student performers to professional troupes and dancers, this is surely going to be entertaining and fun.
More detail will follow, but for now, please save the date for March 29 2007!
Both Natium (our troupe's namesake) and Natyam (The Indian term) mean dance. Please join us for our spring dance to welcome fertility, prosperity and auspiciousness in our lives.
Studnets, this will be your chance to shine and show off all of your hard work in classes!
Kahlea

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Tribal Fest 07 was awsome

2007-07-08T17:49:31Z

I just want to say how happy I was that almost all of Boom Boom was there to perform at TF 07 and I really love dancing with all of you. It makes a big difference when there is a full group performance as opposed to just two people. And once again hats off to our"boys" for thier quick cross dressing change during the performance. I still find it amazing.

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Boom Boom BellyFest INfo!!

2007-07-06T04:33:12Z

Oct 6-7, 2007
Boom Boom BellyFest!
Yes, Boom Boom BellyFest is Back! This year featuring world-reknowned instructors Zafira (PA), Unmata (CA) and up and coming Ethnophonica (NV)!
Weekend-long workshops to kick your butt and give you loads of new dance moves, as well as the HOT HOT HOT Saturday Night showcase featuring all the instructors as well as tons of local performers.
The weekend also includes all sorts of vendors so that you can shop till you drop!

Here's the scoop:
Saturday Oct 6:
9-1030am Hip Hop Drop with Ethnophonica $30
11-1pm Smooth Moves and Combinations with Zafira $40
130-330pm The Fast and the Furious with Unmata $40

Saturday Night Showcase: 7-10pm $15 admission (pre-registrations get in the door first!)

Sunday Oct 7:
9-1030am AFroTribal Fusion with Ethnophonica $30
11-1pm Sword Technique with Zafira $40
130-330pm Au Natural - Tribal Fusion Combinations with Unmata $40

You can purchase the entire weekend of workshops, plus the Saturday night showcase for $210 (which saves you $25!!)

To register, you can send payment via paypal (www.paypal.com) to:
jerseyrhinestone@yahoo.com. Please specify which workshops you are registering for. If you are paying for more than one admission to the Saturday night showcase, please list all names that are being paid for.

All workshops and the showcase will be held at the Mystic Jewell Studio - 524 W Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ. 85282

Sorry, there are NO REFUNDS for workshops or the Saturday night showcase unless the event is cancelled by the Mystic Jewell Studio or the featured instructors.

See you there!!

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boom boom bollywood shirts!

2007-05-10T12:32:53Z

Hi!
Does anyone know how to get a boom boom bollywood shirt with out being at a performance or a workshop held by them? I went to a workshop last year with every intention of buying one, but ALAS! There was none to be bought at the time. And now I hear that Sam's moving to england!! Ah! Im about to have a panic attack, especially since they said on the tribal fest 07' website that that was to be the last boom boom bollyood performance in the U.S. If anyone knows how to get one of their shirts (im not going to be able to go to tribal fest 07) please let me know!! Thanks!!
~Amina

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Sam and Sexy Scallywags Pix from Nouveau Nights Posted

2007-05-10T00:34:04Z

After much delay, pictures from the Friday edition of last March's Nouveau Nights spectacle (featuring Rachel Brice and the Indigo, Mira Betz, Frederique, Unmata, Tempest, solo work by Zoe Jakes, Ultra Gypsy, and more!) have been posted! Check 'em out at: http://taboomedia.smugmug.com/gallery/2822164

And don't miss the blazing pix of The Sexy Scallywags set from Sam of Boom Boom Bollywood!

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Seattle Bollywood Dance Classes!

2007-04-29T05:11:33Z

Do you adore the bollywood dance sensation that has swept the globe? Have you always wanted to learn the intricate movements, dramatic facial expressions, and graceful stylings such as those of Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri Dixit? Come join our Bollywood class in the Seattle U-District!!!

Our instructor is the phenomenal Nalini, dance extraordinaire. She has studied and taught the Indian classical dance Kathak and Bollywood, her passion, since she was 13 years old. She is also a famous award-winning bellydancer, with a fine arts degree in dance choreography.

Her classes are challenging, inspiring, tons of fun, and focused on making your dancing all it can be. As her students, we are her biggest fans, her friends, and we welcome any to come and try it out! Don't be mislead - it's hard! When I first started, I wasn't sure I could do it. But it doesn't take long before you are jumping, gesturing, head-bobbling away to the sounds of Kajra Re, Choli Ke Peeche, and many other classics.

The class is listed as a performance class because many of the students wish to perform the dances we are learning as a group, however, performance is not a requirement to enter the class. The class is also currently running on Friday nights, however, we are looking into starting another class on a different day. If interested, please see Nalni's website for more information: http://www.nalinidance.com/ or email me at a_briggs2@yahoo.com. You can also view her page on Tribe! http://people.tribe.net/nalinidance

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Samantha Update - Rumours and Secrets revealed!

2007-04-25T04:43:11Z

My New Year's Resolution (hey, there are 30 or so different New Year's Days in India... so I picked a convenient one):
Keep up with the posts (at least on my own tribe) on tribe.net

On to the juicy bits...

Firstly I am delaying my move to England until February of next year (2008)… not only am I too disorganized to go right away, I am learning how much I still need to do here, so if you are in the USA, you’re stuck with me for a little while yet. Also, my brother is getting married in February and I am supposed to be the minister (so as soon as I receive my certificate, you may refer to me as "Reverend Samantha Riggs").

Secondly, I wanted to tell you about upcoming events...

Event: Bellydance Cruise 2007 (Sept 29 - October 5 in the Bahamas, St. Thomas & St. Maarten) -
I am hoping to teach on Destiny Travel's 2007 Bellydance cruise (to the Caribbean) which departs Orlando, FL on September 29. I taught on this cruise last year with Ava Fleming. Since I thought I was moving to England in July, I did not commit to teaching on the 2007 cruise.
Then I changed my plans… and called the wonderful lady, Cathi Taucher, who is organizing it and she said she would love to have me back and that if she got at least 26 registrations for the cruise that she would add me as the third instructor! Of course there will be a pirate bellydance workshop if I go (I mean, we’ll be in the Caribbean, right?) plus a Bollywood one.

And, are you ready for this? The first two instructors are Ava Fleming and Kami Liddle!

You can get a whole week on the cruise ship (which includes meals if you’re careful about it) for about $900. That’s not so bad for a vacation, eh?

So how about it? Don’t you want to go to the Caribbean with Ava Fleming, Kami Liddle and Samantha Riggs? It would be like having your very own Tia Dalma, Will Turner and Jack Sparrow ;)

But we dance, too.

Destiny Travel/Cathi Taucher can be reached at destinytravel@sbcglobal.net

Event: Tribal Fest 2007 (May 16-20 in Sebastopol, CA) -
So in other news, Boom Boom Bollywood will be ending the show Saturday night at Tribal Fest this year! Please come and watch - we will have stuff you have never seen before! Most of it will be sappy, cheesy, action-packed and a big ol' salute to Hindi Films. All of the current Boom Boom members are attending and we are going to do our best to give you a great show! I hear my workshop is sold out. Wow.

Event: The Fetish Prom 2007 (May 26 in Scottsdale, AZ) -
Okay, so I have finally gone off the deep end and formed a Pirate Circus Troupe. Why? I couldn't help it! And the members are Samantha Riggs (aka "Flammoria", lately of Domba, Boom Boom Bollywood & Fyrae), Tricia Moore (aka "Trishnamurti", lately of Fyrae, Culte de Feu & Boom Boom Bollywood) The MadIam (the artist formerly known as Suzi McCoy, lately of Domba & Bedouin Tribe), Chris "Nipples" Beverly (aka "Bocais de Fogo", lately of Fyrae & Life Suspended) and Ava Fleming (aka "Ravenn", lately of Black Opal & Boom Boom Bollywood). Propinatrix - Debbie MacPherson of Boom Boom, Fire Safety Director - Shawn Groves of Fyrae, Fire Safety - Melissa Smith of Bedouin Tribe, Props - Jen Bentz of Boom Boom & Bedouin Tribe, Special FX makeup and fire props - Amy Oyler. It's my Dream Team! There are pics and info on our myspace page... www.myspace.com/thesexyscallywags

So there it is... I am not leaving the country until next year and before then I would really like to go back to the Caribbean so sign up for the cruise! ;)

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What's your favorite Bollywood movie?

2007-04-24T18:44:28Z

For me it's currently a toss up between "Devdas" and "Khabi Kushie Khabi Gham."

Devdas is so opulent and poignant and tragic. It's also a complete visual feast. Madhuri Dixit is my #1 favorite Bollywood actress... her presence and dance ability are so amazing. She is perfect as Chandramukhi. Aishwarya Rai makes a wonderful contrast as Paro and I love seeing them dance together. "Dola Re" has got to be one of the coolest dance numbers filmed in any country. Shahrukh just seethes with broody darkness like the title character should, and yet he's so cute dancing drunk in "Chalak Chalak." The sexuality running under the surface of the connection between Paro and Devdas borders on BDSM in my little Western-conditioned mind and it's super sexy.

K3G, though, just wrenches your heart. Gods, I swear I cried through fully half that movie (which makes it about 90 minutes of straight tears). Kareena Kapoor usually makes my teeth itch but she's cute in this movie. Hrithik Roshan's dancing is eye-popping and the chemistry between Shahrukh and Kajol is electric. If you like to watch the guys dance, this is the movie for you. It has to be seen to be believed.

Anyone else?

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Samantha Riggs Interview Online

2007-04-18T19:36:41Z

I have decided to take up the suggestions made by friends to make the most of my travels, and post my articles, event reviews, interviews, and photos etc on my BellyNut Tribal website.

You can read the first one right now! An in-depth interview with Samantha Riggs of Boom Boom Bollywood about her bolly-tribal fusion.

Visit http://www.bodhaiatribal.co.uk (bellynut.co.uk will be available soon) and click on the E-Zine link.

Thanks!
Nicola

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ASHEVILLE LOVES SAMANTHA

2007-04-18T19:03:56Z

I can't say enough about how great Sam was for us -
as well as kicking our butts at Triboriginal in NC last fall, she inspired a whole new zombie nation of boomboomers. We are jumping around like Bhangramaniacs.
I aspire to take over the local holiday parade with a huge bhangra float!
And, it's all because we heart Samantha. Oh yeah and the culture and everything.

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hey a video!

2007-04-18T19:02:13Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ypcup0PTops

I've been rummaging thru my harddrive and found some old clips
I put this clip of boomboom bollywood up for Kami, from tribalfest 2005...you all were my favorite performance that year ! :)
hopefully thats ok with y'all...also kind of wondering what the song(s) are from...

cheers!
kt

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NEW SRIDEVI TRIBE!!!!!!!

2007-04-11T11:49:05Z

http://tribes.tribe.net/sridevi

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JOIN KARISHMA KAPOOR TRIBE!!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-04-09T10:52:38Z

http://tribes.tribe.net/karishmakapoor

:)

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Shameless self promotion

2007-03-10T12:20:00Z

Hi there!

I have never been so fortunate as to have danced with Boom Boom Bollywood but I have taken a few classes with Samantha. I LOVE Bollywood, and I've just started up a new Bollywood blog at http://missbolly.com. Check it out, leave some comments. Come to talk about Bollywood.

Thanks!
Sophie

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Sam Sold Out!!!

2007-03-10T04:06:01Z

That's right, Samantha's class at TF7 is sold out.... Hope you got in....

aloha...

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looking for advice

2007-03-06T14:07:05Z

I have been in love with Bollywood films for so long. I always dreamed of dancing to the music of my favorite movies, Lagaan or Swades, but have not found what I am looking for. I have taken belly dancing courses, yet it is not quite what I am looking for. Then in Tucson, while working an event I saw the Boom Boom Bollywood group perform!! Wow, just what I had always dreamed!!!
I live in Montana now and am wanting to try to put together a community here that is interested in dancing. We have some bellydancers in town and I guess I was just looking for advice from anyone on how to start building a dancing community in this area of interest which is hard to find here in the cold Montana!! Plenty of dancers here, but not so many in the bellydancing/bollywood style that I have fallen for! Anything advice will help and much thanks!
Claire

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check out this boy in bollywood!

2007-02-06T22:24:16Z

This is a local city magazine that is published once a month in Louisville, KY. In December they had this article about a young man who taught himself to dance bollywood style by watching the movies.....and he performans at Indian events in the city! Good for him! You may have to copy and paste the link.

http://www.louisville.com/loumag/articledisplay.aspx?id=12624673

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Spike Lee loves Bollywood

2007-02-05T23:19:48Z

My man and I settled in to watch a non-Bollywood movie the other night. I let that happen every now and again. As the frames began to roll for "Inside Man," the music started to play. After approximately two notes, I started screaming "That's Chaiyya Chaiyya!! You know, the train dance scene from Dil Se!!"

He tried to put his hands over my mouth, but I insisted on singing along to the entire song anyway. You cannot escape the Bollywood!! Mwahahahaha!!!

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Pio Classes

2007-01-23T06:48:33Z

Classes at the Mystic Jewell started this week! This whole week is a free demonstration week so people can try out classes and see what they like. Of course I want you all to come to my class! It will be this Wednesday from 6:10 to 7:10. After that beginning poi will be Wednesdays, 6:10 to 7:10, and advanced poi Wednesdays 7:20 to 8:20. Go to www.mysticjewell.com and check out the other classes being offered. Also check out my bio, just click on instructors then Tricia Moore. Pass this on to anyone you think might want to take my (or any other) class! Thanks!

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Pattern for Petticoat

2007-01-19T13:26:21Z

Is there a pattern y'all would recommend for making a petticoat for a sari?

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Aishwarya Rai Engaged

2007-01-18T15:23:40Z

I read an article on AOL Movie News that Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai are engaged. Here is the article:

http://news.aol.com/entertainment/movies/articles/_a/top-bollywood-stars-get-engaged/20070115084609990001?cid=445

I am so happy for Aish! I was hoping she would get married soon. It seems like a tease that she plays brides in movies so often.

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Headdress Suggestion?

2007-01-05T22:45:52Z

I will be portraying a Deity in an upcoming performance and was wondering if anyone knew where I might find a Indian or Asian inspired headdress? Something that sits atop the head and has some height to it is optimal, as is often depicted in artwork portraying Deities.
I would even be interested in knowing where to find the floral headdress the women wear or know what types of flowers are traditionally worn.
I have tika and the dangles that hang down similar to earrings but I am more interested in something taller and more ornate.

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favorite Bhangra cd's

2006-12-19T14:20:48Z

Hey there...I'm asking around what people's favorite Bhangra/Indian fusion cd's are these days. I'm doing some workshops in southern OR next month and would like to have a nice collection of music. CD title and artist would be great!
Thanks y'all
Ziola

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So does George Clooney

2006-12-07T23:25:25Z

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061207/ap_en_mo/people_george_clooney_2

Lets see him do his tilted headshake with the guys who do 360 headshake.

Tapandy

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New days and times for poi and staff workshops with Firegrace!

2006-11-25T15:26:11Z

Fire Spinning Workshop December 2nd and 16th!

Learn the amazing art of fire spinning with FireGrace. In these workshops you will learn techniques for spinning both poi and staff that will allow you to take the art of fire dancing to a whole new level of intensity and grace. FireGrace is a two time gold medalist at the NBTA World Championships for baton twirling and has been spinning fire for over four years.

Each class is $30. Take 2 classes for $50.

11am-12:30pm beginning poi
1:00pm-2:30pm advanced poi
4pm-5:30pm beginning staff
6pm-7:30pm advanced staff

Reserve your spot the classes are filling up!

The Mystic Jewell Studio
524 West Broadway, Suite 107
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 894-8777
email: jerseyrhinestone@yahoo.com
~North side of Broadway, west of Mill Avenue & just
east of the light at Roosevelt in Tempe~

For More Information Contact:
michelle@firegrace.com

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We've finally scheduled it! Bhangra!

2006-11-25T13:02:28Z

Hey there Everyone. We've finally scheduled some Bhangra workshops! Coming up, on December 9 (Saturday) from 10-noon. Call/email the studio and sign up! We'll have so much fun. We'll be learning parts of the Bhangra Choreography Apna Punjab did at the Mystic Jewell Recital and at the Discover India Festival. Get ready to move! We'll start off with lots of great stretches and then move into learning the bhangra combos and mix them into the choreography!
Mystic Jewell Studio: 480-894-8777; Tempe AZ near Mill and Broadway
Sherry :)

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boom boom production jan 06

2006-11-25T12:59:45Z

holy smackeral, has it been a YEAR already? Or nearly so? Remember all those rehearsals, sometimes 5x a week - and all the frantic sewing of costumes? Well, i finally got the pics from my camera downloaded and posted them on the tribe. enjoy!

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Sam Teaching @ Tribal Fest

2006-11-22T03:33:11Z

You can sign up now...

check out www.blacksheepbellydance.com

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Poi and Staff Workshops

2006-11-21T21:47:52Z

Fire Spinning Workshop December 1st and 15th. Learn the amazing art of fire spinning with FireGrace. In these workshops you will learn techniques for spinning both poi and staff that will allow you to take the art of fire dancing to a whole new level of intensity and grace. FireGrace is a two time gold medalist at the NBTA World Championships for baton twirling and has been spinning fire for over four years.
Beginners 11am-2pm
Advanced 4pm-7pm
The Mystic Jewell Studio
524 West Broadway, Suite 107
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 894-8777
email: jerseyrhinestone@yahoo.com
~North side of Broadway, west of Mill Avenue & just
east of the light at Roosevelt in Tempe~

For More Information Contact:
michelle@firegrace.com

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Source for saris?

2006-11-21T18:10:15Z

Where do you ladies get your beautiful Indian costumes? Is there a place in AZ or do you order on-line? (Has anyone ordered from http://www.utsavsarees.com ? There's a sari I like -- gotta sort by price to find the inexpensive ones).

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"Bollywood Crafts" book

2006-11-21T12:01:32Z

If any of you crafty types are looking for holiday inspiration, this book may amuse you:

Bollywood Crafts - 20 projects inspired by popular Indian cinema
http://www.amazon.com/Bollywood-Crafts-Projects-Inspired-Popular/dp/1861084188/sr=11-1/qid=1164109577/ref=sr_11_1/102-1880988-5188126

I'm flipping through it now, I got it as an xmas present for an India-loving friend of mine who teaches elementary school. :) Some of the projects require a lot of sewing, others are more kid-friendly. There's even a list at the end of international suppliers for materials.

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Bollywood UPDATE # 01 (Sun, Nov 19th 06)

2006-11-21T05:23:38Z

New Releases:
Janani, Rehguzar, Unns
Box office Reports: Very poor opening for new releases and little chance of picking up

Last weeks:
APNA SAPNA MONEY MONEY
Very good 1st week of 8 crore approx and has covered all its costs in the 1st week alone.
Overseas business is ordinary on very few prints

VIVAH
Very good business of approx 5 crore from 175 cinemas. The film is excellent in all circuits
makes a below average debut in U.K.

UMRAO JAAN
film sees a massive crash with business less than 1 crore in week two.
One of the biggest commercial disasters ever.
In Overseas, continues to be the first choice of moviegoers in U.K.

Don
Overall HIT, continues with record breaking business in Kolkata and Hyderabad while other places are good

Positions weeks Collections (India) Verdict

1 Don 3 44,47,00,000 Hit
2 New Umrao Jaan 1 6,11,00,000 Below Average to Average
3 Jaan-E-Mann 3 25,18,00,000 Flop
4 Lage Raho Munnabhai 10 69,13,00,000 Super Duper Hit

Meanwhile, the new James Bond film, CASINO ROYALE, has opened to a good response in India, simultaneously with its U.S. release.

BOLLYWOOD OVERSEAS:

U.K. BOX-OFFICE

UMRAO JAAN - last weekend: No. 12, this weekend: No. 15
Total: £ 296,784 approx. Rs. 2.54 crores.

DON - last weekend: No. 14, this weekend: No. 18
Total: £ 1,376,151 (4 weeks) approx. Rs. 11.76 crores.

U.S.A. BOX-OFFICE

DON - last weekend: No. 28, this weekend: No. 36
Total: $ 2,138,803 (4 weeks) approx. Rs. 9.60 crores.

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BOLLYWOOD UPDATES!

2006-11-19T08:53:50Z

Hey people!

ths is akhil frm mumbai..
i m a part of Bollywood (behind da scenes)
hav wrkd on sm Bollywood biggies recently
presenly directin TV shows along wt reserch fr ma FILM
i m also doin research on bussiness of enterteinmnt in Bollywood
would anyone b intrested in weekly Bollywood update (Box Office, On floor films, previews and stuff) straight frm da horses mouth!?!

BoooooooMmmmm
~akh!l~

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I've fallen and I can't get up!

2006-11-15T05:09:51Z

HELP ME!

One Bollywood class with Sam on Thursday night has left me walking around like a 90 year old woman. Apparently I'm very out of shape and need to dance more than once a week every 6 or 7 months, but that's another story.

Can any of you fabulous Bollywood ladies direct me to a good massage therapist in the East Valley? Thanks!

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Are you ready for Bhangra with Apna Punjab?!?!

2006-11-10T13:08:22Z

APNA PUNJAB (translation=Our Punjab) is having their debut performance on Sunday November 19th, 2006 at Discover India, a Diwali Festival in downtown Phoenix. This is a fabulous Free event with much shopping and many performances, including the lovely Boom Boom Bollywood. See www.azindia.com for more details on the event. The Ladies of Apna Punjab are made up of various dancers from Black Opal, Domba, Boom Boom Bollywood and various other groups! We are performing a full Bhangra piece (so coming to support the sheer fact we can last 6 minutes of high intensity Bhangra would be great, hehe)! Come and have fun with Apna Punjab!

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my movie about Sam -- "Desperately Seeking Shah Rukh" ;)

2006-10-21T16:15:26Z

OK, since she hasn't posted this here yet, I shall. I met Sam on her UK trip last month and when we heard that Shah Rukh Khan was in London, we were forced to go run around with a camera and look for him. Obviously. As any two goris (white girls) would. ;) The end result (11m25s long) is here:

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-839861326041149625

Enjoy the silliness! :)

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Events 2007?

2006-10-11T22:15:09Z

Time to begin planning our annual Spring Natyam is looming. Before I set any dates, I would like to know from the other belly mavens in the community what events are already planned so as to avoid a conflict of interest.
I will also check on the phx bdancer schedules tribe but figured this would reach the majority.
I am hoping for early spring again, either Jan, Feb or Mar. and I have some killer ideas for this years event to make it even more successful than last year's!

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Sam rocked Triboriginal!

2006-10-06T00:15:37Z

Those mountains in North Carolina will never be the same! We had so much fun ... I'd do it all again right this very minute if I thought I could. I am looking forward to whenever my NEXT opportunity to hang with this wonderful woman will come ... make it soon, Sam, make it SOON!!!!!

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Poi and Staff classes in Tempe

2006-09-29T07:18:49Z

It has been finalized; the staff spinning class is on! In this class, you will be learning basic staff moves to be used for fire spinning. This class has been developed for the beginning student as well as those with some experience, and it is open to both men and women. This class will be held on Wednesdays from 6 pm to 7 pm, beginning October 11th.

Modern Poi II begins Thursday, October 12th, from 6 pm to 7 pm. This class is a continuation of Modern Poi I, beginning moves. This class is open to anyone with basic poi knowledge. You will be learning intermediate moves and poi dance combinations that will result in a group choreography.

Classes are held at the Mystic Jewell Dance Studio in Tempe, please visit the website for location, and to check out my biography, qualifications, and experience.

www.mysticjewell.com

Thanks,

Tricia Moore

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need album recommendations...

2006-09-15T16:04:28Z

I will be dancing at an indian resturant.....have danced there before...and they like all the dancers to dance to what ever they feel like, since it is an eclectic clientele......but I would like to try to entertain with some modern bollywood music, but I have not been part of that scene to know of any good albums...any recommendations? Is there like a "top ten" album etc....?
thanks

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Diwali in Phoenix - Bhangra performance

2006-09-13T18:18:48Z

Hello! I'm putting together a Bhangra choreography to be performed at the Diwali festival in Phx on Nov 19. If you are interested in bhangraing, (yes, samantha, I know thats not a real word) with us, contact me and I'll let you know when we are scheduling practices and all of those lovely details.
Anyone is welcome to try out the choreography, experienced or not.
Get ready to sweat! The performance is 6 minutes of high energy bhangra.

We'll have lots of fun!
Sherry

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BoomBoom Over to Tribal Fest?

2006-08-18T04:58:52Z

Any chance you all could make it out to TF7 "Twitch & Bitch"? Or are you heading outa the states again?

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Samantha Rocked TQ !

2006-08-11T14:14:24Z

Wow.... what fun this was. The classes & the show....

We all danced along to the parts we knew in our seats during the show ... and and SANG too! Shava, Shava !

Some of this will make it into Urban Gypsy's movement vocabulary... certainly wonderful movement.

Thank you Samantha !

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Radio

2006-08-02T18:03:16Z

http://www.upstartradio.com/Internet%20Radio%20Broadcast.html

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Ride Share Tribe

2006-07-27T19:36:24Z

Need a lift from San Jose air port? or a ride from SanBernadino to Casa de Faire?
So I just started a Tribe, well Bevan is doing all the typing, not having any opposable thumbs and all.

http://tribes.tribe.net/ride2share4casa

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FREE Azam Ali Download

2006-07-27T06:55:58Z

Hello!

If you like Vas or Niyaz, you will love Azam Ali's newest project/solo album. Check out her FREE downloadable track sixdegreesrecords.com/artists.php

~Katrina

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Invitation to a new Arizona singles / tantra event

2006-07-16T07:46:21Z

I would like to invite you to a new type event for singles, happening next weekend in both Phoenix and Tucson …

Locations:
Friday, July 21 at 7:30PM
Tucson Marriott University Park Hotel
880 E. 2nd Street,Tucson AZ 85719
520-792-4100

Saturday July22nd at 7:30pm
Center for Divine Awakening (www.centerfordivineawakening.org)
15801 N. 40th Street Phoenix, AZ 85032
602-569-7421

Event Description:
This is a connective and gender-balanced evening where you can meet and interact new people, and feel free to be yourself, and self-expressive, within an environment of safety and security. Our special presenters for the evening will be relationship coaches Kip Moore and Lexi Fisher from Palm Springs CA ... for more information about them see their website at www.tantratransformation.com. This will be a 3 hour event, where you can play at your edge, and share from your core. Doors open at 7:30pm for registration.

Being able to live in love is our birthright, and love is the absence of fear. Tru Intimacy desires to offer an on-going series of connective events that provide tools so you can deepen relationships, including dating parties, special connective evenings, and also weekend-long experiential relationship workshops.

Maria Benko is the Tru Intimacy coordinator, and can be reached at 480-656-4306. Our website for both Phoenix and Tucson is www.truintimacy.org.

Let me know if you can help at least help spread the word about our event. If you have any questions, please contact me at weswolcott@hotmail.com. We do have a pdf. flyer that can be emailed.

Costs:
Event fee: $25.00 single / $40.00 couple or “paired singles” … you can register online at www.truintimacy.org ...

Again, this is a gender balanced event, so pre-registration is necessary. If you are coming as a single, we will make sure there is a match for you. And a couple can be considered as "paired singles," so bring a friend and save.

Special offers:
Mention that you saw this on Tribe and receive $10.00 off … which then would be $15 / $30. And if you can bring another couple to the event, your own admission for you and your partner, will be free.

Hope to see you there, as we attempt to bring something new to Arizona …

Sincerely,

Wes Wolcott
Tru Intimacy

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Thank You Samantha!

2006-06-23T19:04:13Z

I was so inspired by you at Tribal Fest! and tonight was the performance i did in place of the friend who um...left us. i danced to two songs from Asoka, my fav movie, (and a slow deep goove one in between) for one I did the girls part, as she was the lead, and next I did back and forth male and female parts and had soooo much fun... I am no where near Samantha`s level, but am totaly inspired! One Indian guy in the crowd, was right there with me ready to go, so i pulled him up and he knew the moves! Im so glad I knew them too!! by watching the the song over and oooovvveeeerrrr slow motion, and we could dance together quite nicely, thank you. I love you Samantha, you are so cool!

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Any updates from England?

2006-06-23T09:03:26Z

Just wondering if anyone has heard anything about the tour. . .

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Ranganiketan Tues 6/13 in TUCSON!!!

2006-06-13T02:45:44Z

6:30pm Modern Languages Bld at the UofA room 350, check out their website Ranganiketan.com My friends who have lived in India claim they are some of the most spectacular performers in the country!!!! From what I know the show is under $10 a ticket

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Boom boom bollywood tees

2006-06-10T00:50:40Z

Hey! I was wondering if there is any possible way that I can get a company tee?
I've been wanting one ever since the Diwali performance, but always seem to lose my chance :(
Thanks!
~Amina

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Nedra's talk show! call for performers talk show guests!

2006-06-09T13:28:45Z

I truly believe in the law of cause and effect.. I may not have a lot of money to throw around, but I have a happy home life, a satisfying career, and...all of you......*hug*

so here are the details.
I start June 23rd, (what a great birthday gift!)
it is on adelphia channel 20 (I think) on fridays in the city and fridays in the burbs...
(yes, TWICE a week!)

ok, we reach anywhere there is Adelphia cable..look for the station that used to have the "Greg Sterlace" show, that time slot is where you'll find the show...
I don't know what Richard will put in it's place until then...maybe re-runs or stand ins, there are a few co-hosts that can cover (which is good since I am always on the go!)

sooooooooooo...here I go...next step....WHO do I bring onto the show?

PM me if you have something interestingor funny to share! (no salespeople please, I am focusing on events in the community and the people who run them...)

maybe a bellydance special is in order for the first show? we have one hour to cram everything in, if I can get 2 performers per show (preferably bellydancers) that would be coooooool....

I would like the first show to be about how bellydance has affected your life and people's view of you...

please write a short paragraph describing your life in bellydance AND if you are interested in doing a 2-3 minute dance, let me know, I do have copyright permission to use the music of Jehan and of Snakes Rising..I am in the process of getting more music for the show that we can use without violating any copyrights...

music from Snakes Rising can be purchased via Amma in my friends list..
I also have several of Jehan's CDs available for purchase....

OR if you have music to use where the artist has given you written consent (this is public access TV- not a "pay per ticket event" so the rules are a bit more lenient-we will give credit to the artist in the show)

Ok my lovelies..let's see what we come up with! this is YOUR spotlight now!

*btw-we are located in Buffalo, NY*

*hugs*
Nedra
WNY Bellydance Association

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Westside Bollywood class now forming! (Santa Monica / Venice)

2006-06-04T16:19:51Z

I found a local teacher and I'm close to securing a place. Now I just need to know how many students to expect, and which times are best.

I'm trying to schedule 1 or 2 nights a week.

Also seeking dancers of all levels for a fun Bollywood-fusion stage dance troupe!

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Question about a dance in Bride and Prejudice

2006-05-31T06:06:09Z

Please forgive my ignorance, but, can someone tell me more about the "stick" dance from the wedding scene in Bride and Prejudice? Where can I buy the "sticks"? What is it called? I have seen it other places as well....

Thanks!

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"tribal fest stage, party of two?"

2006-05-26T00:10:28Z

sam, i know you are globetrotting right now but i wanted to share with you and your troupies, my feelings on your gig at TF06.
when i heard that only you and rache were making the stage this year, i was fearful. "how will only two pull off bollywood?" i thought.
i was blown away and amazed at how well the two of you took up that entire stage. rachel (also in my troupe, NATIUM World Dance) did so well as your "woman" and her personality emulates the personna she is trying to project.
i was standing among a gaggle of broads who kept tittering about how cute sam is and "i love it when she does this move" and of course the crowd went nuts when you did the alligator-bus stop (chava-chava?) move. great job. you all did AZ dancers and your troupies who couldnt attend, quite proud!

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Holy cow! (and I mean that literally...)

2006-05-06T01:32:30Z

I came across this film clip on-line ( Unfortunately it's on youtube, so the quality is poor.): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DIuHLWLNuc&search=adire%20adire
Dancing cows!!! Who'da thunk it?

It's from a Telegu film called "Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana." I had always wondered what other languages were representing in the Indian film industry. This is definitely the weirdest dance sequence I've seen (even weirder than the rap piece about Monica Lewinski and Bill Clinton.)

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Boom Boom Auditions, 2nd Chance!

2006-04-12T01:25:53Z

Hi all BBB devotees. Now's our big chance!
(I got permission to post this here)

Boom Boom Auditions, 2nd Chance!topic posted Yesterday, 8:54 PM by Aurora

Due to Spring Break we had little response to the first call, so here's your second chance!!!
*************
Boom Boom Bollywood Productions has places for chorus and lead dance roles in our Bollywood dance revue extravaganza!

We are looking for men and women (18 or older) with professional dance experience who are interested in doing Bollywood and East Indian fold dance. Your own ethnic background does not matter as we are an eclectic group with many backgrounds. We are also looking for a Narrator for our shows.

Dancers: Please have a 2-3 minute piece prepared (preferably INdus-themed)
Narrators: Please have a 1-2 minute piece prepared

Join us at Domba Studios in Tempe
Monday, March 27, 6pm
524 W. Broadway, Ste. 107 (behind Mr. Goodcents Sanwich Shop)
NW corner of Broadway and Roosevelt

If you are interested but cannot make the audition, or for more information please call Samantha at 602.703.2815
www.boomboombollywood.com
posted by:
Aurora
Phoenix

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Boom Boom Bollywood Auditions!

2006-03-16T16:26:35Z

Boom Boom Bollywood Productions has places for chorus and lead dance roles in our Bollywood dance revue extravaganza!

We are looking for men and women (18 or older) with professional dance experience who are interested in doing Bollywood and East Indian fold dance. Your own ethnic background does not matter as we are an eclectic group with many backgrounds. We are also looking for a Narrator for our shows.

Dancers: please have a 2-3 minute piece prepared (preferably Indus-themed)
Narrators: please have 1-2 minute piece prepared

Join us at Domba Studio in Tempe
Friday, March 17, 3-6pm
524 W. Broadway, #107
NW corner of Broadway and Roosevelt (behind Mr. Goodcents Sandwich shop)

If you are interested, but cannot make the audition, or have any further questions please call Samantha at 602.703.2815
www.boomboombollywood.com

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Arizona Tribes Wanted!

2006-03-09T23:02:13Z

Looking to book unique bellydance and/or firedance tribes for upcoming event in the town of Arcosanti (1 hr N of Phx). Memorial Day Wknd: May 26-28 "6th Annual Slab City Slam & Word Fest" - 3 days of poetry, music, & performance. Fri aft/eve: set camp, Welcome Performances | Sat all day/night: State Spoken-Word "SlamOff", Night Bronze Pour of Trophy, Post-Slam Meltdown (Bonfire!) | Sun morn/aft: unlax & rewind with Sentience (Music), Dance, Yoga, Open Mic. Contact Ira whatisart at gmail.com or Jewel astreetfaery at aol.com [or reply to this post]

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India Festival 2006 - this weekend in Phoenix

2006-03-09T19:49:37Z

Saturday, March 11, 2006 - 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Indo-American Community Center
2809 West Maryland Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85017

Food, dance music, and merchants! Need I say more? :o)
This is an event for the whole family!

~ Josefina ~

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Community...but not really belly dance

2006-03-03T23:12:26Z

Anyone recommend a great Realtor in the West Phoenix/Peoria area? I have some clients here in Portland moving that way, and of course I told them of the fabulous community they will find in AZ. So any help is appreciated. Peace.

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Indian Dance Workshop Philadelphia PA April 29th

2006-03-03T04:01:05Z

Greetings !
I just wanted to post about an event that we're hosting in Philadelphia.
Many details are listed, but please see our website for the complete listing!
www.ak-ana.com

Ak-Ana welcomes Shaily Dadiala,
Director of the Archana Dance Academy
for a very special workshop

Indo-naach

No matter what your dance style, fuse in a uniquely exotic flair!
Learn the elements of
Bharatanatyam - The ancient art of Classical Indian Dance and
Bollywood - a fun mix of Indian dance melded with world influences.
Check-in 2:30 ~ Workshop from 3-6pm

Cost $65.00 & includes admission to Danza Al’Khemi hafla

APRIL 29, 2006

Spirit Wind Internal Arts Society 213 New Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Followed by:

Danza Al'Khemi Hafla

Performances Vendors DJ Pot Luck Buffet BYOB

Dancers, Drummers, Musicians, Friends and Family
All are welcome!

7:00pm till Midnight $5 at the door
Children under 10 are free – Bring pillows or blankets to sit on

Shaily Dadiala hails from Gujarat, India where she studied Bharatanatyam since the age of 4. Not only has she has been performing for over 20 years, Shaily has won numerous awards and dance competitions for both her dance skill as well as her choreographies. Her passion for pushing the boundaries and experimentation led to choreography related to Indian film or “Bollywood”, music. The Archana Dance Academy began in Queens, NY in 2002 before relocating to its current home in Bucks County PA . www.thearchanadanceacademy.com

To register by Mail: Send check or M/O to:
Jennifer Sarni 8759 Jackson St Phila., PA 19136
To Register via Paypal: Send a Paypal payment to Jaz@ak-ana.com

Registrations MUST be received no later than April 15, 2006

Space is limited NO Walk-Ins Refunds ONLY if event is canceled
For more info: Visit our site www.ak-ana.com
Or email: Jaz@ak-ana.com

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