Belly Dance Life
Episodes
Ep 82. Katerina Shereen: The Importance of Your Mindset for a Long-Term Dance Career
18 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I literally had goosebumps several times during this conversation: from months at an ICU and wheelchair recovery, to an active dance career, marathon ...
Ep 81. Carmen Fragoso: Things Happen When You Are Ready For Them
11 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Carmen Fragoso is a Mexican choreographer & dance coach specialized in Belly dance, Khaleeji and Iraqi dancing, with a thriving career as a contra...
Ep 80. About Experience of Judging a Competition
05 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a solo episode!Sharing my experience of being a judge at the Dance Weekend in Warsaw competition: from what goes in the judge’s head during e...
Ep 79. Anjelica Scannura: From Flamenco to Belly Dance to Stand-Up Comedy
22 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Anjelica Scannura is a highly accomplished dancer, choreographer, actress, and comedian. She has performed and taught flamenco and belly dance all ove...
Ep 78. Darya Ryzhkova: Winner of Cairo! Fest Budapest
15 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I’m happy to feature Darya Ryzhkova, the winner of Cairo! Fest Budapest 2019!Dariya is a professional dancer and teacher. Her awards include dance c...
Ep 77. Marta Korzun: How to Become a Dance Teacher
06 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Drum rolls please! We have the fantastic Marta Korzun back on the Belly Dance Life Podcast! Marta Korzun is internationally recognized as one of Europ...
Ep 76. Joana Saahirah: Egyptian Dance As The Tool For Self-Knowledge And Empowerment.
23 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is one of those episodes that I have marked as "must listen again"!Joana Saahirah is a world-renowned dancer, teacher and choreographer specializ...
Ep 75. George Sawa: Digging Deep Into the History of Egyptian Music
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Historian and musician Dr. George Sawa is the author of multiple books. He has published over 50 articles on Arabic music in journals and encyclopedia...
Ep 74. Hassan Khalil: The Roots of Oriental Dance
11 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Prof. Dr. Hassan Khalil lived in the time of the great oriental dancers like Naima Akeef, Samia Gamal, Tahiya Karioka, and even lived in the same neig...
Ep 73. How to Grow Your Online Audience
05 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a MINI episode!Short and sweet: today I’m sharing my key secret of growing an online audience, which doubled my Instagram in less than half a...
Ep 72. Mario Kirlis: I Believe In The Freedom of Art
02 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mario Kirlis is an Argentinian musician and composer that is known for his extensive work in Arabic Music. He has been a mentor for a number of South ...
Ep 71. When Are You Ready to Start Teaching
28 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a MINI episode!This is a medley of ASKianaDANCE show where I answered to following questions:How to check if you are ready to start teaching da...
Ep 70. Gigi Dilsah: What Does It Take to Be a Belly Dancer in Turkey
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Gigi Dilsah is a passionate dancer and teacher. She began her dance training early in ballet. As she grew up in a conservative family in Istanbul, she...
Ep 69. Best of: Dance Productions Around the World
22 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Some of the best moments from our previous episodes! Today we are talking about dance productions and shows on the big stage. Learn from Mr Ozgen, Jil...
Ep 68. Matias Hazrum: Creating & Playing Music for Belly Dancers
13 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Matias Hazrum is a world known arabic percussionist, musician, teacher and composer. He was born in Argentina (Buenos Aires), but his origin comes fro...
Ep 67. Oreet: Belly Dance as a Fitness Workout
07 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Inspiring and empowering woman all around the world, Oreet has developed her unique certified fitness program SharQui which is a beautiful blend of fi...
Ep 66. Aliah & Vladimir Kluchenkov: About Belly Dance Industry & Working as a Couple
30 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What a treat we have on today’s show! Welcome one of the most creative and successful couples in the belly dance industry, Aliah and Vladimir Kluche...
Ep 65. Tips on Creating Choreographies
23 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a MINI episode with Iana!Have you ever felt frustration trying to create a dance: “Oh, I don’t know what should I do with this music? How t...
Ep 64. Nathalie Hatab: How to Organize a Belly Dance Festival
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Nathalie is known for her grace, fluidity and precision, as well as for her belly dance event, the Annual Miami Bellydance Convention! Nathalie was fe...
Ep 63. Veronika Shulkevich: Young Generation of Dancers
07 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk with Veronika Shulkevich, a young star of the belly dance world scene. At the age of 16 she is already a teacher at Ahlan Wa Sahlan (Egy...
Ep 62. Kamilia: Dreaming of a Big Supportive Community
02 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Originally from Brazil, Kamilia had made a stunning career as a professional performer in Lebanon, Arab Emirates and Egypt. Today she is a teacher, ar...
Ep 61. Donna Carlton: Myths and Scandals Around Little Egypt
23 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What do you know about the historical figure of Little Egypt? Be ready to be shocked after listening to this episode, because Donna Carlton shares her...
Ep 60. Wael Mansour: About Ballet Training & Music Production
10 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are featuring Egyptian master teacher Wael Mansour, who studied Egyptian dance and ballet at the National Academy of Folklore and T...
Ep 59. Amir Thaleb: Art Needs Discipline & Respect, Not Labels
04 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 58. Best Of: How to Start Performing Solo
26 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:Submit your question for ASKianaDANCE: www.ianadance.com/askEp 11. Valerick Molinary: Different Ways to Develop Your Belly ...
Ep 57. Idil: Misconceptions About Turkish Style & The Concept of Dance Movement Therapy
19 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 56. Daliya: Improve Your Dance Every Day
13 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 55. Vanessa of Cairo: Professionalism & Kindness as Keys to Success
05 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 54. Margarita Darina: The Role of Costume in Dancer's Look
01 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 53. Erhan Ay: Your Energy is Everything!
14 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 52. Julia Farid: About Artistic Fulfillment, Individual Style and Teacher-Student Relationships
06 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 51. Tamalyn Dallal: Following Her Heart & Destroying "Us Vs Them" Stereotypes
29 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 50. Best Of: Belly Dance on Television
22 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:Participate in Iana’s current Giveaway on Instagram (@iana_dance) ! More details HERE.Ep 09. Founders of Orientalisimo: S...
Ep 49. Zaina Brown: Travelling On Her Own Across the Middle East And Beyond
15 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 48. Soumaya MaRose: Dance in Everyday Life of Moroccan Diaspora Community
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 47. Sandra: Rules Of Improvisation
01 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:This episode is brought to you by My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com , a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by belly danc...
Ep 46. Mercedes Nieto: What Does It Take To Be a Touring Artist?
26 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:Online store My Inner Dancer: myinnerdancer.com. Use promo code LAUNCH10 to get 10% off on any orders until January 2nd 201...
Ep 45. Mercedes Nieto: Social Media Traps
18 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:Find Mercedes Nieto on Instagram, FB, Youtube, website. Cairo!Budapest festival: cairofestival.com.Find Iana on Instagram, ...
Ep 44. Best Of: Everything About Dance Contracts
12 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:Ep 07. Kateryna Siham: Dance Contracts in the Middle EastEp 18. Amar Lammar: Twelve Years of Performing Every Night in the ...
Ep 43. Igor Kischka: Always Be True To Yourself!
06 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:Find Igor Kischka on Instagram and Youtube.Find Iana on Instagram, FB, Youtube, websitePodcast: www.ianadance.com/podcastBe...
Ep 42. ASKianaDANCE: How to Promote Your Local Solo Gigs
28 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes to this episode:ASKianaDANCE: www.ianadance.com/askFind Iana on Instagram, FB, Youtube, websitePodcast: www.ianadance.com/podcastBellydance...