eTribal Delight 2010f
 with Sharon Kihara,
Aela Badiana
 and many more!

Hayes & Newport News VA, May 7th, 8th & 9th, 2010

     Aela and Wicked Hips would like to thank those that participated in the Mother's Day extravaganza known as Tribal Delight. This was a fabulous 3 days of workshops, dancing, vending and fun.


Friday, 7 May, 2010

6:00pm - 9:00pm - Howeida from Germany!
Asian Fusion with Claws…
Mysterious and surprising choreography. Learn the tricks of the trade to create interesting and new movements with the claws while learning an exciting choreography. Open to all levels with good belly dance foundations.

 
Saturday, 8 May, 2010

9:30am-12:30pm Tiziano und Amira from Switzerland!
Arabic Rhythm identified and embodied!
Move your hips with intricate precision and embody the soul of Arabic rhythms; learn the techniques and small choreo taught by Amira, while Tiziano accompanies her with the drum, and drill the combos. A must for any dancer, Cabaret or Tribal!!!!!

1:00pm- 4.00 pm Sharon Kihara -
The Arc- A brand-new original fusion choreography….
This dance has been especially made for you by Sharon encouraging  each dancer to learn to seamlessly blend themes within a single choreography.  Combining, Tribal belly dance, modern, and Raqs Sharqi, the choreography is designed to challenge with complex layering, smooth gliding moves, some familiar favorites, and some unexpected twists.  Dance experience is recommended.  Please dress like you are going to a yoga class.

 
Saturday, 8 May, 2010
Tribal Delight Gala Show
 "Europe meets the US"


Show was at the Mary T Christian Auditorium (TNCC) in Newport News.
The doors to the lobby opened at 6:00pm. There was a marketplace where you were able to shop for your Mother’s Day gift! We had the Beledi Boutique, Khalima and the Bedouin Princess, jewelry by Aela, & South American jewelry! We also had a German style café, sweets and the renowned psychic Cristina Bliss! Everyone was treated to the smooth guitar and even smoother voice of Lamond.

 
Sunday, 9 May, 2010
Hayes, VA @ Hip Expressions

9:30am - 12:30am - Sabua from Germany
 Fan veil choreography (Cabaret)…
To the song Roma Hikayesi" von Tanyeli. Please bring one fan veil for this wonderful choreography. Learn how to incorporate this dreamy prop into your dance, sometimes dramatic, sometimes smooth, always in beauty in motion.

1:00pm - 4:00pm - Sharon Kihara
There is no waiting list for Sunday however you may sign up for her Saturday WS.
 Glass Eating- A Dirty Dance for the Squeaky Clean Dancer….
This is an choreography designed for the experienced beginner to high intermediate dancer.  Class will begin with a yoga warm-up and drill session, then we will learn this full-length three minute choreography.  Emphasis on gooey undulations and circles, turning technique, weight shifting/balancing, shoulder isolation and body ticking.  Please dress for yoga and bring a notebook and pen.
 

4:30pm - 6:30pm - Tiziano from Switzerland
Rhythms for drummers and dancers
(open level) Excellent for both cabaret and tribal dancers however it is open to everyone (husbands, boyfriends significant others). If you want to learn how to play the drum or just to learn the Arabic rhythms and their patterns, you will love this workshop. Learn how to identify when new beats are being played, so Tribal dancers know how to probably cue and improvidence with one another. Please bring your own drum, thank you.

 
About the instructors:


Howeida…. is a belly dance Tribal and Cabaret pioneers in her area. She teaches weekly classes for all age groups, and is the highlight of many German dance festivals. Her sparkling personality will inspire you! She is a fabulous cabaret and tribal dancer, and also a fantastic Bollywood dancer. It is her first time in the US and you should not miss it! (www.howeida.de)

 


 Amira… is a well trained cabaret dancer, originally from France, but has her own school in Switzerland. (www.taksim.ch) she is a certified Jom instructor, as well as ESTODA, which are very pristine certifications to have in Europe. She hosts many events with Superstars of the belly dance world, and she is originator of the first Tribal Fusion dancer certificate. Her love for the art form, her feeling for music and rhythm make her your fist choice for an instructor.


Sabua… is one of the most featured dancers in Germany for Arabic events. She is the master for live music improvisation, and always a highlight. In her own studio she teaches weekly classes, as well as WS. Mostly cabaret dancer, Sabua embodies the music she hears, becoming a visual image of the rhythms. Very versatile in her repertory, she gives always 110%. Very inspiring. (www.sabua.de)

 


Tiziano Ronchetti (Switzerland) is a master student of Isaam from the Belly Dance Superstars. He has drummed for many stars of Belly dance and tribal, and has since published 2 CDs. His teaching is precise, easy to understand and follow. His natural talent as a teacher shines through in his workshops.
(Tiziano's profile on FB)

 


Sharon Kihara…..A seasoned performer, inspirational teacher and exotic personality, Sharon Kihara is known the world over for her avante garde and slightly eccentric artistry, as well as for her skillful, graceful and powerful technique. 
Sharon has joined the Belly dance Superstars, beginning in early 2004, and has been touring internationally full-time ever since.  She has taught and performed in over 30 countries to date with many more on the horizon, has shared stages with acts such as Missy Elliot, the Black Eyed Peas, and co-headlined with the BDSS on the main stage at the prestigious Glastonbury festival, alongside the White Stripes and Coldplay. She has appeared on television and been featured in radio and media in countless countries, as well as several BDSS DVDs, including her very own Tribal Fusion instructional DVD, which debuts Fall 2007.
Sharon is interested in dance kinetics, and therapeutics and is constantly searching for new ideas and information. Sharon enjoys fusing the healing arts with the performing arts, and more than anything loves bearing witness to the beautiful, transcendental changes that occur in the lives of those who embark on the journey that is Belly dance—it is no less than magic. (www.sharonkihara.com)