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Thank you,
On Friday Night November 25
6:30-9:00
Open Invitation:
Pot Luck and Talk by Dr. Laurel Victoria Gray
Subject:
“The Challenges of Saving these Dances Authentically”
Bring a dish to share and enjoy the evening with this very knowledgable and funny speaker. We All dancer and interested folks are invited to attend
Location:
VDP Studio
4128 Fremont Ave North.
Sea. Wa 98103
206 632-2353
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SILK ROAD SAMPLER
2 hour Workshop
“Silk Road” themed concerts and choreography have recently become popular in the Tribal Bellydance scene, but what are the traditional dance cultures of the Silk Road really like? This workshop teaches the technique for some of the most beautiful and unusual elements of the tribal dances from the heart of the Silk Road.From alluring arm pathways and gestures, to interesting step combinations and challenging spin combinations, this class will add authentic spice to your Tribal dance repertoires.
Date: Friday Nov 25th
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $40 before Nov 17th $45 after Mail in a Check & Registration Form or Drop off Cash at the studio
How to register
Please download and print our registration form, fill it out and send it in with a check. We also have a mail slot at the Studio.
Pay online Option $48
BOLLYWOOD CHOREOGRAPHY: RINGA RINGA
2 Hour Workshop
The term ”Bollywood” refers to India’s enormous film industry that is located in Bombay (now ”Mumbai.”) Bollywood movies, like the old American musical comedies, feature big production numbers with lots of dancing, singing, melodrama and romance and dancing is an important and beloved part of Bollywood films. Although Bollywood choreographies originally drew from classical Indian dance and folk forms, belly dance and jazz elements have entered the mix.
Instead of just putting belly dance moves to Bollywood music, Laurel Victoria Gray skillfully combines regional Indian folkdance steps with a sprinkling of appropriate classical Indian elements to capture the true spirit of Bollywood style.
This flirtatious piece is set to the song RINGA RINGA from the film SLUM DOG MILLIONAIRE. It tells the
story of a naughty “bedbug” who keeps a girl awake all night long.
Date: Saturday Nov 26th
Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
Cost: $40 before Nov 17th $45 after Mail in a Check & Registration Form or Drop off Cash at the studio
How to register
Please download and print our registration form, fill it out and send it in with a check. We also have a mail slot at the Studio.
Pay online Option $48
VINTAGE CALIFORNIA TRIBAL: COMPLETE CHOREOGRAPHY
2 Hour Workshop
Return to the roots of Tribal belly dance!
Before there was ATS, before there was Tribal Fusion, there was “California Tribal” — an informal term used to describe the dance form created by Jamila Salimpour and her troupe
Bal Anat. Imitated by many belly dance groups on the West Coast, this style inspired dancers with its precise hip movements and creative use of props. Costumes were more
varied as well, drawing from a variety of cultural sources.
Learn a vintage California Tribal style choreography to the Middle Eastern sounding version of the Rolling Stone’s “Paint it Black” arranged by the Brothers of the Baladi. With compelling rhythm changes and intriguing instrumentation, this musical selection is the perfect setting for a witty wink at the past that will challenge dancers and entertain audiences.
Date: Saturday Nov 26th
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $40 before Nov 17th $45 after Mail in a Check & Registration Form or Drop off Cash at the studio
How to register
Please download and print our registration form, fill it out and send it in with a check. We also have a mail slot at the Studio.
Pay online Option $48
BOLLYWOOD CHOREOGRAPHY: GUR NALO ISHQ MITHA
2 hour workshop
The term ”Bollywood” refers to India’s enormous film industry that is located in Bombay (now ”Mumbai.”) Bollywood movies, like the old American musical comedies, feature big production numbers with lots of dancing, singing, melodrama and romance and dancing is an important and beloved part of Bollywood films. Although Bollywood choreographies originally drew from classical Indian dance and folk forms, belly dance and jazz elements have entered the mix.
Instead of just putting belly dance moves to Bollywood music, Laurel Victoria Gray skillfully combines regional Indian folkdance steps with a sprinkling of appropriate classical Indian elements to capture the true spirit of Bollywood style.
Inspired by Bhangra, this is a lively contemporary version of that traditional Punjabi dance form that now enjoys worldwide popularity and is usually done by men.This energetic choreography is set to the popular song ‘Gur Nalo Ishq Mitha.’ and can be performed by women.
Date: Sunday Nov 27th
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Cost: $40 before Nov 17th $45 after Mail in a Check & Registration Form or Drop off Cash at the studio
How to register
Please download and print our registration form, fill it out and send it in with a check. We also have a mail slot at the Studio.
Pay online Option $48
Sorry No Refunds
