Belly Dance Life

Ep 355. Roxxanne Shelaby: Film Discussion: The Fez Documentary

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Roxxanne Shelaby is a Southern California–based performer, teacher, and producer whose work is rooted in her Lebanese/Brazilian heritage and a lifel...

Ep 354. Nivetha Shree: Find Your Patterns and Then Break Them

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fascinated by the arts since childhood, Nivetha Shree discovered Belly Dance at the age of 21 and has since trained with renowned teachers around the ...

Ep 353. Snigdha Sachdev: What Makes an Effective Belly Dance Class

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Snigdha Sachdev is a Delhi-based fusion belly dance artist and dedicated yoga enthusiast. A Biotechnology graduate with a master’s degree in Stem Ce...

Ep 352. Gracie Mandujano: The Energetics Behind Every Hip Circle That No One Talks About

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gracie Mandujano was born in Honduras, a land rooted in ancient Mayan traditions, and from an early age felt called to reconnect with life’s true pu...

Ep 351. Esmeralda Colabone: Is This Really The Last Tour?..

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Esmeralda Colabone has dedicated herself to Arab dance and culture since 1999. From 2002 to 2014 she worked with Belly Dance Brazil and Lebanon’s fa...

Ep 350. Leli Neeraja: A Journey From Anxiety to Self-Connection Through Belly Dance, Tribal Fusion and Odissi

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leli Neeraja is a dancer and teacher who has dedicated over a decade to guiding others toward inner balance through movement. Her work is a continuous...

Ep 349. Suhaila Salimpour: Carrying Arab-American Heritage into the Academic World

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Suhaila Salimpour, of Sicilian-Greek and Kurdish-American heritage, is a second-generation belly dancer and a pioneering figure in the global dance co...

Ep 348. Badriyah: When Life Falls Apart, the Dance Remains

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Badriyah is a professional oriental dancer based in Belgium, dedicated to Egyptian classical and folkloric styles, modern fusion, and the Golden Age o...

Ep 347. Melissa Gamal: What Happens When You Stop Holding Yourself Back

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Melissa Gamal is an award-winning dancer, instructor, and event producer based in Toronto, Canada. As the director of the Ya Amar School of Dance, Mel...

Ep 346. Virginia Danielson: Book Discussion: The Voice of Egypt. Umm Kulthum, Arabic Song, and Egyptian Society in the 20th Century

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Virginia Danielson (PhD, Ethnomusicology, University of Illinois, 1991) is an associate of the Harvard Music Department and a visiting scholar at New ...

Ep 345. Elen Chikhladze: What Separates Advanced Dancers from Truly Professional

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elen Oriental (Elen Chikhladze) is a Georgian choreographer and dance instructor from Tbilisi, specializing in oriental dance since 2002. Beginning he...

Ep 344. Laman Hendricks: Belly Dance Career Born from Ballet Discipline and Azerbaijani Heritage

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Laman Hendricks is an acrobatic gymnast, Azerbaijani and Caucasus folk dancer, teacher, and choreographer, as well as the Artistic Director and Founde...

Ep 343. Keti Sharif: Dancing Internally vs Externally & The Example of Mahmoud Reda’s and Farida Fahmy’s Complimentary Teaching Styles

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Keti Sharif is an Australian dance teacher, performer, and choreographer who lived in Egypt for two decades, directing the Sphinx Festivals and collab...

Ep 342. Payal Gupta: Teaching as an Act of Nurturing, Not Just Training

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Payal Gupta is one of India’s most sought-after master teachers of belly dance, celebrated for her structured classes, private lessons, workshops, p...

Ep 341. Rachel Brice: When Success Becomes a Trap and Growth Demands Risk

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Brice is an internationally renowned dancer, teacher, and choreographer recognized as one of the key figures in the evolution of tribal fusion ...

Ep 340. Murat Tekbilek: The Art of Drumming for Belly Dancers and Exploring the Intricacies of Turkish Music

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Murat Tekbilek is a Turkish percussionist celebrated for his dynamic artistry and deep roots in Middle Eastern music. Growing up in a family of renown...

Ep 339. Alex DeLora: Exploring New Paths to Grow as an Artist

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alex DeLora is an internationally acclaimed belly dance performer, teacher, and choreographer who has been sharing her art worldwide since 2012. Invit...

Ep 338. Sonia Ochoa: How Opportunities Shaped Her Journey from Polynesian Stages to Bellydance Superstars & Beyond

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sonia Ochoa is a versatile dancer, choreographer, and teacher with over 25 years of experience on international stages. Rising to prominence as a prin...

Ep 337. Amera Eid: The Journey of Growing a Belly Dance Scene in Australia

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Amera Eid is one of the leading figures who brought belly dance to Sydney and helped it grow across Australia. For more than 40 years, she has perform...

Ep 336. Shahdana: Tango Oriental and the Power of Personal Style

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shahdana is an international belly dancer from Argentina whose artistic journey began not with dance, but with music—studying piano and musical comp...

Ep 335. Jill Collins: From Company Member to Artistic Director of Sahlala Dancers

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jill Collins is a dynamic dancer, choreographer, and educator whose versatile career spans contemporary, theatrical, and Middle Eastern dance. She beg...

Ep 334. Shree: How Fusion Belly Dance is Evolving in India

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shreeprada (Shree) is a captivating Indian Tribal Fusion dance teacher known for her layered style, artistic depth, and commitment to creativity. With...

Ep 333. Melli Sarina: The Flow and Philosophy of Liquid Fusion Belly Dance

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Melli Sarina is a pioneer in the Tribal Fusion and Fusion Belly Dance scene with over 26 years of dance experience. Based in Augsburg, Germany, she di...

Ep 332. Lidiane: From Unknown to Unforgettable by Reinventing Herself as a Brand, Not Just a Belly Dancer

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lidiane is a Brazilian belly dancer currently based in Egypt, known for her expressive style, stage presence, and deep dedication to the art of Orient...

Ep 331. Estelle Zaghloul: Belly Dance as Sacred Dance and the Truth Behind Your Blocked Shimmies

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Estelle Zaghloul Ramia is a Lebanese-born, Costa Rica-based belly dancer, choreographer, and cultural ambassador who rose to fame after winning the fi...

Ep 330. Pinky Selim: Reviving Egyptian Folklore for a Generation That Almost Forgot It

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pinky Selim is a banker by profession, a dancer by passion, and the founder of the AUC Alumni Folklore Group, a troupe dedicated to reviving Egyptian ...

Ep 329. Rae Chrysalis: Finding Her Own Flow With Fan Veils

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rae Chrysalis is a classically trained dancer, embodiment coach, and leading voice in the silk fan community with over 30 years of experience in movem...

Ep 328. Dawn Devine (Davina): The Story Behind Writing 20+ Belly Dance Books About Costumes And More

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dawn Devine, also known as Davina, is a costume designer, author, and lifelong dancer with a passion for belly dance and all things that sparkle. Best...

Ep 327. Portia Lange: Starting Before You Are Ready & Carving Your Own Path to Success

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Portia Lange is a renowned belly dance educator, performer, and entrepreneur, best known as the founder of Belly Motions, a Miami-based studio turned ...

Ep 326. Núria Rovira Salat: Searching For Your Own Identity Through Different Dance Styles

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Núria Rovira Salat, trained in anthropology and born in Spain, transformed her passion for Oriental and Romani cultures into dance, songs, and choreo...

Ep 325. Sara Al-Hadithi: Why Iraqi Dance Isn’t Like Belly Dance — And Why That Matters

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sara Al-Hadithi is a Baghdad-born, London-raised dance artist, cultural consultant, and autism advocate currently based in the USA. Deeply connected t...

Ep 324. Ayla Joncheere: Rethinking Fantasies About Kalbeliya Dance and Music of Rajasthan/India

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ayla Joncheere is a scholar and cultural entrepreneur with over 18 years of experience in India and a deep expertise in the performing arts of Rajasth...

Ep 323. Mahdy Emara: Bringing His Passion for Egyptian Folklore Across Borders & Projects

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

World-renowned dance teacher and choreographer Mahdy Emara is one of the most sought-after artists in the international oriental dance scene. Born in ...

Ep 322. Rachel Kay Brookmire: How Performing on Stage Contributes to Your Personal Growth

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Kay Brookmire is the founder and creative director of Sahara Dance, one of the largest and most well-established belly dance schools in the Uni...

Ep 321. Maya Youssef: Decoding the Mystery of Maqam, Taqsim & Tarab

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Maya Youssef is a multi-award-winning composer and qanun virtuoso, acclaimed by the BBC as the "Queen of the Qanun." Recognized as the world’s leadi...

Ep 320. Ojasvi Verma: How Slow-Pace Practice Led to Rapid Success

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ojasvi Verma is an accomplished Indian dancer, content creator, and entrepreneur whose journey began on YouTube in 2016, growing to an audience of ove...

Ep 319. Raïssa Leï: Repairing the Colonial Impact on the Amazigh Culture

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Raïssa Leï is a multifaceted individual celebrated for her creative and cultural contributions. She is an advocate for the warrior spirit of Amazigh...

Ep 318. Mar: Creating Healthier Environment For Students to Thrive

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mar is an Egyptian American woman and source dancer based in Los Angeles who founded Move And Radiate Inc. (M.A.R.). She created M.A.R. to provide a s...

Ep 317. Ansuya: Exploring Sensuality, Sexuality, and Stress Healing Through Dance

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ansuya is an award-winning belly dancer, instructor, and pioneer in online belly dance education. Raised in the artistic world of American Cabaret Bel...

Ep 316. Aliah: Shaping Your Career for Success

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Aliah is a renowned professional belly dance artist, international teacher, and judge. With a career spanning over a decade, Aliah has performed and t...

Ep 315. Marlene Tafle: Trust Yourself & Take the Leap

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Marlene Tafle is an Argentine dancer specializing in Raqs Sharqi, with a profound passion for Egyptian culture. She began her dance journey at the age...

Ep 314. Vanessa of Cairo: Stop Limiting Yourself And Get Uncomfortable

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Vanessa of Cairo is an international performer, award-winning choreographer, and instructor specializing in Egyptian dance and folklore. A native Texa...

Ep 313. Veronika Shulkevich: Dance Life in Ukraine, Clothing Brands & Tips for Improvisation, Musicality and Getting Ready for Stage

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Veronika Shulkevich is a renowned Ukrainian belly dancer, choreographer, and educator from Odessa, celebrated for her contributions to oriental dance....

Ep 312. Acia Legras: Growing Up in an Artistic Family

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Acia Legras comes from a family deeply rooted in the arts, having started her artistic career at a young age with the Folkloric Troupe of Réunion, wh...

Ep 311. Cassandra Fox: Learning to Look Forward, Not Backwards | Embracing Both Sides of Pregnancy

04 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cassandra Fox is a prominent Canadian belly dancer based in Ontario, Canada. She has garnered attention for her unique blend of belly dancing and Cari...

Ep 310. Zahra Zuhair: Seeing Trends Change & Repeat

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Zahra Zuhair is an internationally acclaimed performer, instructor, and choreographer celebrated for her authenticity, musicality, and dedication to M...

Ep 309. Igor Kischka: Influence of Trauma on Dance and Life: Overcoming Depression And Finding Self-Acceptance

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Igor Kischka is a notable Brazilian belly dancer and choreographer, recognized for his vibrant performances and contributions to the art of belly danc...

Ep 308. Ciya: Taking Responsibility for Your Pedagogy Skills as a Teacher

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ciya, an artist since childhood, began her journey with ballet, later exploring circus arts and contortion. At sixteen, she discovered oriental dance,...

Ep 307. Mahin: Helping Students to Deal With Performance Emotions

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mahin is an internationally acclaimed dance educator, known for her expertise in Middle Eastern dance and her science-based approach to movement. She ...

Ep 306. Levana: Creating a Festival of Her Dream

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Levana is an acclaimed Spanish belly dancer, performer, and instructor celebrated across Europe for her artistry and dedication to oriental dance. Wit...

Ep 305. Soraya Art Factory: Focusing on Body Awareness, Eclectic Dance Training & Promotion of Moroccan Heritage

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Soraya Art Factory is a professional dancer, entrepreneur, and cultural mediator at Place des Arts in Montreal. She is celebrated for her vibrant ener...

Ep 304. The Importance of Conditioning

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a best of episode! You will hear how various types of conditioning exercises are the integral part of their training.You will hear from Hayal,...

Ep 303. Christine “Shiraz” Şahin: Book Discussion: Core Connections. Cairo Belly Dance in the Revolution's Aftermath

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine “Shiraz” Şahin is a dance practitioner-scholar and ethnographer specializing in contemporary Egyptian raqs sharqi (“...

Ep 302. Amina Goodyear: 60-Year Journey in Belly Dance Industry

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Amina Goodyear began her performance career in the mid-60's at the Bagdad Cabaret dancing nightly in San Francisco's North Beach district during that ...

Ep 301. Apsara Afsanesara: Discovering Georgian Dance & Psychology of Teaching Kids Vs Seniors

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Aleksandra Kilczewska, known by her stage name "Apsara Afsanera," is a dancer, choreographer, and alternative model based in Warsaw. She is a pioneer ...

Ep 300. Saida: How Everything Started

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Saida, born to Syrian parents in Buenos Aires, Argentina, immersed herself in classical dance from 1983 to 1991, training with esteemed masters like O...

Ep 299. Warda: From Studying Arabic Language to Building a Career in Dance

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Warda is a choreographer, instructor, and performer of oriental dance and folklore styles with 13 years of experience. She has organized over 15 inter...

Ep 298. Roula Said: Grief For Palestine, Guidance of the Universe, Ways to Experience Joy During Dark Times

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Roula Said is a multifaceted artist of Palestinian heritage based in Toronto, Canada. She is a singer, dancer, musician, actor, and poet, renowned for...

Ep 297. Brenda: Finding Balance Between Dance And Life

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brenda, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, discovered her passion for dance at age 3, mastering Italian and Argentinian folklore, Salsa, Tango, Jazz, an...

Ep 296. How Learning Other Dance Styles Can Improve Your Belly Dance

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes it is beneficial to step aside, and dive into a different dance genre. Let’s discuss how exploring variety of dance forms can enrich and i...

Ep 295. André Elbing: Doing Belly Dance Photography Since 1989

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

André Elbing, a renowned belly dance photographer from Germany, developed an interest in oriental dance in 1989 when he began organizing and producin...

Ep 294. Pierre Khoury: Combining Two Careers: Dance & Psychology

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pierre Khoury, a Syrian-Canadian male belly dancer from Montreal, is renowned for his expertise in Syrian/Lebanese Dabke, Raqs Sharqi, and Whirling. H...

Ep 293. Nath Keo: Bringing His Cambodian Heritage Into Belly Dance

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nath Keo is the artistic director and choreographer of the Sacred Centre Dance Company based in Victoria, B.C., Canada. Nath is a belly dancer who has...

Ep 292. Fusion Between Different Styles

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a best of episode! You will hear a collection of tips and practices from the belly dance stars regarding their experience of creating fusion b...

Ep 291. Heather (Henna) Louise: Focus On The Experience You Wanna Have

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Heather (Henna) Louise is a performer, teacher, and life long student of Middle Eastern music and dance based in Portland, Oregon. After studying bell...

Ep 290. Typical Archetypes in Baladi Dance

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In order to find emotional connection with Baladi, you need to understand its cultural environment, and typical archetypes that are often associated w...

Ep 289. Randa Kamel: Finding Happiness & Freedom on Stage

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Randa Kamel is one of the most famous Egyptian dancers with her own unique style full of energy, as well as a teacher who has shared her knowledge wit...

Ep 288. Sylvia Yssei: Kundalini Energy & Dance

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sylvia Yssei began her dance training in 2000 with Jazz, and throughout the years she included Flamenco, Spanish, Classical and Contemporary dances in...

Ep 287. Izel Kirana: Exploring Tribal Fusion & Indian Kalbelia Dance

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Izel Kirana started her dance journey almost 15 years ago. Originally from Barcelona, she fell in love with belly dance, tribal fusion style, and even...

Ep 286. Amanda Rose: Therapeutic Effect of Belly Dance

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Amanda Rose is an internationally acclaimed instructor and performer based in Barcelona, Spain. In addition to over a decade of teaching experience, a...

Ep 285. Raphael Cormack: Book Discussion of Midnight in Cairo: The Female Stars of Egypt’s Roaring ’20s

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Raphael Cormack has a PhD in Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies with a focus on Egyptian theatre from the University of Edinburgh. He is currently Ass...

Ep 284. Colleena Shakti: Exploring Femininity Through Belly Dance & Indian Odissi Style

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Colleena Shakti is an artist of great subtlety and depth. Trained extensively in Odissi classical dance under Smt. Sujata Mohapatra and well-versed in...

Ep 283. Julia Farid: Pregnancy, Motherhood, & Dance Career

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Julia Farid, a professional oriental dance artist, instructor, and choreographer originally from Ukraine, is renowned for her elegant and feminine dan...

Ep 282. Boženka: Working With Shakira, Performing For Sean Connery & Competing As a Bellydance Superstar

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bellydance Superstar Boženka is an award-winning, internationally acclaimed dancer performing and teaching worldwide. Boženka hosts The Mediterranea...

Ep 281. Dipika Vijay: Comparing Dance With Design And Geometry

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dipika Vijay is an academically trained designer, and a belly dance artist by passion. Her belly dance company is called Badass Belly Dance and her fi...

Ep 280. What Does The Term “Baladi” Mean?

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As belly dancers we often use the term “Baladi” in reference to a particular dance style. Also, we sometimes call Masmudi Saghir rhythm as Baladi ...

Ep 279. Hend Elbalouty: Book Discussion: Mahraganat in Egypt. Between Acceptance & Rejection

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hend Elbalouty is a choreographer, performer and author. She holds a MA in Performing Arts from Kunsthochschule für Medien, a BA in Production Design...

Ep 278. How to Analyze & Improve Your Dance Mistakes

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we're diving into a fascinating topic – using dance videos not just for social media posts, but as a powerful training tool. We'...

Ep 277. Sonya of Cairo: Performance Stories From Cairo

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sonya of Cairo is a professional dancer and choreographer. She has been immersed in oriental dance since childhood. Her mother, Marianne DS, founded T...

Ep 276. Arielle: Dancing Despite Health Limitations

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Arielle is a passionately dedicated dancer from the USA who currently performs daily in Cairo, Egypt. She teaches and performs bellydance, samba, folk...

Ep 275. Alla Kushnir: Building Lifestyle That Fulfills You

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A well-known choreographer and dancer, Alla Kushnir has won many prizes and awards. She was a finalist at the TV show “Ukraine has talent“, silver...

Ep 274. Training Tips From The Stars

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a best of episode! You will hear a collection of tips and practices from the belly dance stars. Find out how they approach their own training,...

Ep 273. How to Achieve Amazing Dance Growth in 2024

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Improve those couple things in your dance habits, and unlock an amazing growth in your dance skills throughout 2024!January is time of planning and bu...

Ep 272. Chudney: Conquering Anxiety In Class & On Stage

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chudney is a professional oriental dance artist who has competed and danced around the world. She opened her own oriental dance school in 2017, to giv...

Ep 271. Hayal: Functional Training For Belly Dancers

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Originally from Brazil, Hayal is a professional dancer who has been passionate about oriental dance since she was 17. She taught and danced all over t...

Ep 270. Delya: Motherhood As An Inspiration For Kids Book About Belly Dance

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Delya is a French belly dancer currently residing inn Switzerland. She has been involved in oriental dance for 20 years, and currently works as a full...

Ep 269. Iana & Pedro: Music & Dance Discoveries in Cairo

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pedro Bonatto is an internationally acclaimed photographer and drummer. Born in Brazil and based in Canada, Pedro works in fine art and fashion photog...

Ep 268. The Importance of Studying The Roots

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We fall in love with belly dance for many different reasons. One of those reasons is freedom, and vast opportunities for creativity. But we may get ca...

Ep 267. Farah Nasri: Different Types Of Performance Venues In Cairo

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Farah Nasri is a UK qualified teacher in dance and foreign languages. She began her belly dance career when she was a college student in London, and i...

Ep 266. Tiffany: Virtual Assistant, Online Marketing, and Belly Dance Bundle

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tiffany started the Bellydance Bundle in 2017, bringing together dancers who had content online to create one massive showcase for what was available ...

Ep 265. Shining: Documenting Dance & Life of Legendary Khyria Mazin

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shining is a performer, instructor and researcher of Egyptian traditional dances, whose work emphasizes the cultural and historical influences on the ...

Ep 264 - What Is Egyptian Belly Dance Style

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode includes Iana’s lecture that was recorded specifically for the upcoming intensive at the Iana Dance Club “Cairo Dance Guide”.You wi...

Ep 263. Charafe of Morocco: Pursuing Dance Career in Morocco

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Charafe is not just a dancer, he is one of the few, if not the only, male belly dancer in Morocco. He tries to lead a life as normal as possible in Ca...

Ep 262. Inspired By The Folklore

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all love belly dance. But there is so much beyond oriental, in the field of folklore dances. Let’s listen to the stories of Apsara Afsanesara, Na...

Ep 261. Zara: Fighting For Her Identity As Egyptian Belly Dancer

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Zara is an Egyptian dancer currently based in Cairo. She has worked professionally as a dancer for over 17 years, including last 6 years specifically ...

Ep 260. Diana Soto: Discovering Belly Dance During Cancer Recovery & Transforming It Into A Successful Career

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Having a multidisciplinary background and an unending thirst for all things dance, Diana Soto has performed in belly dance companies as well as f...

Ep 259. Khaled Mahmoud: Focusing on Life Values, Not Just Dance Career

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Khaled Mahmoud is an Egyptian dancer from Cairo, currently based in London, UK. He specializes in oriental Raqs Sharki style, although his knowledge i...

Ep 258. Tips For Attending Dance Festivals in Cairo

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode includes Iana’s lecture that was recorded specifically for the upcoming intensive at the Iana Dance Club “Cairo Dance Guide”.You wi...

Ep 257. Passant: Belly Dance at Gyms & Henna Parties in Cairo

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Passant Gemeay, a self-taught Egyptian bellydance teacher, choreographer & ladies-only performer. She has fiercely joined the world of dance....

Ep 256. Mohamed Shahin: First I See Projects In My Dreams

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mohamed Shahin is an inspirational instructor, world-renowned performer, and challenging choreographer of Egyptian Oriental Dance. A native of Cairo, ...