There will be no classes in December for Monday and Saturday sessions due to the Wonderful Family Holidays. Classes for Tuesday and Wednesday will continue to be held in December in preparation for the Holiday and New Year Events!!
ABDA Belly Dancing Classes in September: Be Ready to Shimmy with these beautiful teachers in the Academy
So Happy to announce our new ! Radhiya Taj will bring her experience and talent to teach the beginner classes from 7:30pm-8:30pm and Kira will bring her spirited influence teaching ABDE’s winning choreography from 8:30pm-9:30pm Two great team members of ABDE will share their knowledge and get you dancing so you will not want to stop!!
You want more dancing?? Dalida, who is a beautiful addition to the ABDE program will teach her beautiful classical Egyptian style on Saturdays beginner classes at 11am-Noon and intermediate at noon-1:00pm. A renown performer and a love of the dance will make you love it too.
Reyna will be teaching on Tuesdays Nites: Beginner at 7:30pm-8:30pm and intermediate from 8:30pm-9:30pm…Her teaching will make you wonder why it took you so long to take belly dancing classes…She will keep you busy, learning choreography and of course you will learn what she had to go through in Neenah’s zill drill classes for so many years because she is going to show you…We gotta keep the rhythm going..XXXOO!!!
Neenah, is back full fledged (which means get ready to push the limit and keep up with all that she gives) on Wednesday Nites: Beginner 6:45pm-8:00pm and the advanced program (by invitation only) at 8:00pm-9:00pm…Her classes continue to take your BREATH Away (no kidding!!)
ABDE Troupe Auditions- Harem Jewels 2011
Authentic Belly Dancing Entertainment & Academy will be holding auditions to join our professional performance company, Harem Jewels!
The Performance Company is strictly limited to the elite performance level dancers and is considered a high honor. Our performers have an exceptional reputation and we strive to hold our standards high. ABDE is the most sought after belly dance troupe and receives many requests throughout the DFW area and beyond for belly dance shows.
All dancers who are interested in auditioning, please download the Audition Information Sheet and Enrollment Form below for requirements and further instructions.
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WHEN:
JANUARY 30, 2011
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
WHERE:
STRATOS GREEK TAVERNA
2907 W. NORTHWEST HWY. DALLAS, TX
AUDITION FEE:
$15.00 PER DANCER paid via PayPal below, or by check.
Prior to audition day, dancers must submit their Audition Enrollment Form, a photo and a $15 audition fee NO LATER than Thursday, January 27, 2011. You may submit your enrollment information via email to auditions@belly-dancing.net or in person by calling 214-497-7984. Further instructions can be found on the Enrollment Form and Audition Information Sheet.
Audition fees can be paid by check or via PayPal above. Please indicate your payment method on the enrollment form.
Late paperwork will not be accepted…no exceptions!
Stratos opens at 11AM to allow you ample time to get ready. If you want to invite your family to watch you audition, Stratos will be serving lunch and dinner throughout the audition time period. Enjoy your time with us and Happy Dancing.
~Neenah
Announcement! Workshop Rescheduled!
The Summer Shimmy Shake-Down workshop
on Sunday August 29th, 2010 has been rescheduled!
We are rescheduling the event to the month of October and
will announce the new time and date very soon!
For more information, please call or email Neenah | 214-497-7984
FAQ & Resources for Beginner Belly Dancers
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I wear to class? Do I wear shoes or is it ok to go barefoot?
Wear comfortable clothes, suitable for a good workout. Many women wear yoga pants, a form-fitting t-shirt or sports bra and a hip scarf. You are not required to expose your belly; however, belly dance is accepting of women of all shapes and sizes, therefore there is no reason to feel self conscious. Most women dance barefoot, but dance shoes are ok too.
Where do I get a hip scarf to wear in class or belly dance music to practice at home?
Check out Viva Belly Dance. You can find a variety of items for belly dance practice and performance here like Hip Scarves , Silk Veils , Finger Cymbals , Swords , Canes , Dance Shoes , Yoga & Dance Pants , DVD’s, Books and CD’s.
Where can I see a belly dance show in Dallas?
The ladies of ABDE perform regularly at area restaurants around town. Check out the website for the latest and greatest calendar.
I want to perform! How can I get into that scene?
Practice and dedication! Beginners are welcome to show off their shimmies at our monthly hafla! Harem Nite is an open forum for dancers- beginners to professionals alike. It is a supportive environment, and all students are encouraged to perform with their class when they feel ready.
Resources for Beginner Belly Dancers
Little Egypt
http://www.littleegypt.com/costumes.htm
Located in Garland, you can find costumes, props, hip scarves (and much more)
Shira.net
A popular web site dedicated to Middle Eastern music, dance, and culture! This site offers over 1,000 articles related to belly dancing: historical & cultural information, poetry, translated song lyrics, tips & tricks.
Dance Names
http://www.bdancer.com/med-guide/names/fnames.html
It’s a good idea for performing belly dancers to have a dance name. This site has many appropriate Middle Eastern names to choose from.
Forums – BellyDanceForums.net
http://www.bellydanceforums.net/
Forums and more – Bhuz.com