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Belly Dance, Interviews, Articles, and Stories from the words and mind of Lucia, an International Award-Winning Performer in Middle Eastern Oriental, Folkloric, and Flamenco Fusion Dance. Stay current on what is happening in the dance world and see where you fit in.
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An interview with Jasmina
As she enters the room, her effervescent smile lights up the stage. It is Jasmina, one of San Diego’s “gems” - a true performer who dances..
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Amina Sahar – An auburn flower in dance….
Amina Sahar has been a SAMEDA member for over 5 years. She is an active, lovely and blossoming artist
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A celebration of “International Culture- Arabian Culture” at Grossmont College
On May 13, 2010, Grossmont College staff and students celebrated International Culture Day by promoting “Arabian Culture Day” at the college
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HALLAH MOUSTAFA
Anyone heard of Feiruz Aram, Dina, Shareen El Safy, Fatima, Liza La Ziza of Egypt, Angelika Nemeth, Fahtiem, Jillina, Sabah, and Sonya...
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The North County Women’s Resource Center
After contacting, Marva Bledsoe, the Executive Director of the North County Women’s Resource Center (WRC), I learned some pertinent facts.
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CD REVIEW – MIDDLE-EARTH ENSEMBLE“PASSAGE”
For those of you new to San Diego or to the Middle Eastern Dance community, let me introduce The Middle-Earth Ensemble.
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SAMEDA’S 13TH ANNUAL FAIRE
On July 18th, SAMEDA held their 13th annual faire and fundraiser for the Women’s’ Resource Center at the lovely NTC McMillan Center.
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YOUR FIRST PERFORMANCE AT A WEDDING – A ZEFFA
The zeffa is an Egyptian wedding ritual but many couples of other Middle Eastern nationalities have adopted it as their...
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LITTLE EGYPT PRESENTS ANOTHER FABULOUS WEEKEND OF ‘EGYPTIAN STARS’ IN DALLAS
This weekend, I had the wonderful experience of attending Little Egypt’s “Ahlan Cairo Nights”, a four-day event
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“Hala presents “Tito from Egypt” workshop and show 2008”
On January 26 and 27th, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend Tito’s intensive seminars in Redwood City.
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Angelika Nemeth – A Shining Star in Middle Eastern Dance
On November 4th, 2006, Angelika opened the show at the Orange Coast College Faculty Dance Concert, an annual event.
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My Teacher, Fahtiem
She appears on stage – embraced with grace and poise, her flaxen hair and passionate facial expressions, the unmistakable trademarks...
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A Weekend with Hadia
For the first time Hadia, a well-known and respected Middle Eastern Dance Artist from Montreal, came to San Diego
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The Oasis Dance Camp - Workshops Extraordinaire! "Oasis Dance Camp South 2003"
From Wednesday, November 5th to Sunday, November 9th, 2003, I attended the Oasis Dance Camp in St. Augustine Florida
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A Tribute to Dr. Haval Ravin
These are just some of the facts about a very dear friend and person, Haval Ravin, MS, PhD, CRCS, HCLD. On November 12, 2004, Dr. Ravin...
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About Sohaila - An Interview with one of San Diego's "Shining Stars"
This month, Sohaila will have her annual extravaganza at the elegant Crystal Ballroom in El Cajon.
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A Weekend of Dance - "Cairo Style" in Los Angeles
On February 25 and 26th, I had the delightful pleasure of attending a weekend of Egyptian Style dance featuring shows and workshops.
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About Sakti
For those of you who don't know her yet, let me please introduce you to Sakti Rinek - a vivacious and adventurous person.
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A Turkish Delight
Merhaba! Imagine this, you're aboard a chartered yacht gliding through the sparkling waters of the beautiful Mediterranean Sea...
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North Park Teacher Shows How to Belly Up to Exotic Tradition
Twelve years ago, Lucia Herlinda went out for Greek food at a restaurant. Her life was forever changed as she sat and watched.
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