Collective Soul 2

Just back from Lewes having completed Collective Soul 2, the second level certification in the Gypsy Caravan format.

Dance for Haiti

Danced in the rain at the Monument yesterday with some fabulous musicians raising money for Haiti. I added this terms collection of £160, which is a most excellent amount, to their Action Aid total.
So thanks yet again to all those who gave generously.
Angela x

Bindis

The wearing of markings or decoration on the forehead has become wide spread, now worn by people of many cultures for many reasons or simply as a fashion item.

Book review- The Tatooing Arts of Tribal Women by Lars Krutak

The Tatooing Arts of Tribal Women by Lars Krutak
The title was what first attracted my attention, then flicking through the illustrations. This is an academic study by cultural anthropologist LarsKrutak. The book is a celebration of these women who held positions of respect within their societies but it is also a sad reminder of how the influence of the West has caused damage to their vibrant cultures.

I really need to get to grips with all this interactive technology!!

Well the new website is ready for its official unveiling at last. I am sending out flyers (virtual and paper) to let everyone know.

Gigs worth going to (IMHO)

‘The Ashigs of Azerbaijan’ or ‘Astillero-Argentinean Tango Orchestra’ and ‘Ojos de Brujo’

Classes starting back this week!

And so it all begins again, another term of classes to look forward to!

Dance City starts tonight with the addition of an extra class as things were getting a bit crowded last term. 6.30-7.30 for beginners and 7.30-8.30 for those with some experience.

Tribal Vibe North 2008

Tribe Zuza at Tribal Vibe North 2008, a video of the girls performing at Dierdre’s event in Glasgow.

What is American Tribal Style belly Dance?

American Tribal Style belly dance (ATS) is a modern style of dance created by FatChanceBellyDance director, Carolena Nericcio.

In 1974, Carolena began dancing with Masha Archer and the San Francisco Classic Dance troupe. Masha’s style was an eclectic blend of classic Egyptian, Folkloric and any other influence that she found enticing. Masha, a trained painter and sculptor, taught her dancers to create art through dance. In 1987, after the SF Classic Dance Troupe disbanded, Carolena began teaching, her only goal was to teach people to dance so she could have dance partners.

Zuzas Story

Little is known about Zuza Ben i Ford a dancer from Biskara in Eastern Algeria. Her story as far as I know it is confined to her visit to Newcastle upon Tyne and it is here that it sadly ended.