Performing GroupS

Amani

AMANI

AMANI [ah-MAW-nee] is a beginning/intermediate level Egyptian Fusion performing group. This group performs Traditional Egyptian and Fusion Styles with a little twist in modern and lyrical. 
“Amani” means “flirtatious; wishes, desires, or aspirations; peace, harmony”.

Performance Requirements*: One Beginning, one Intermediate and one Advanced level instructional class. (Similar or related dance experience also welcome!)
Veil and Zills knowledge is recommended.

Requirements to take Amani as a class: One Beginning and one Intermediate level instructional class.

Contact EVE if you are interested in joining this group.

*May audition for the group in lieu of requirements.

 AZRA ADARA [OHZ-ruh ah-DAH-rah] is a beginning level performing group performing in the Tribal Fusion dance style. This is a great group for those just starting out in Tribal Fusion and Urban Tribal dance styles. 
“Azra Adara” means “resurrection of fire”.

Performance Requirements*: At least 6 months of belly dance instruction.
Floorwork, Veil, and Sword knowledge is recommended.

Requirements to take Azra Adara as a class: One Beginning level instructional class.

Contact MYRRKEERI if you are interested in joining this group.

*May audition for the group in lieu of requirements.

 

AZRA ADARA

Azra Adara
DJ Dance Company

DESERT JOURNEY
DANCE COMPANY

 

Desert Journey Dance Company is a professional level performing group consisting of the teachers at Desert Journey School of Dance.  This collaborative group performs in many of the various dance styles and uses a wide variety of props while dancing.

Performing positions are open to teachers of Desert Journey.

Directed by: FVORBODA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DRAGOMI [drah-GAW-me] is an advanced/professional Urban Tribal Fusion collaborative group in the “Dragon” style developed by Fvorboda.  Along with modern, non-traditional tribal and fusion movement and creative, unique costuming, Dragomi chooses darker, more energy-fused alternative, industrial, and dubstep music to complete their unique presentation.
“Dragomi” refers to the Dragon dance. It also means “Beloved”, “Pleasure/My pleasure” or “Glad” (Croatian/Serbian).

Recommended Experience*: Beginning through Advanced Urban/Tribal Fusion instructional classes as well as Floorwork levels 1 and 2, Veil, Sword, Fan veils. One year performing with Nepenthe.

Requirements to take Dragomi as a class: Aleast one year performing in Nepenthe or equivalent advanced level Urban Tribal/Tribal Fusion performing group, as well as Floorwork, Sword, and Veil knowledge.

Dragomi is an audition-only performing group.
(Contact Fvorboda if you are interested in auditioning or taking Dragomi as a class.)
 

Directed by: FVORBODA

DRAGOMI

Eden

EDEN (BEGINNING)

EDEN [EE-den] is a beginning/intermediate level instructional class with focus on an Egyptian foundation.  No dance experience is needed to participate–you will start learning the basics of Beginning Belly Dance.  Continue with the class for more intermediate moves.  The teacher will work with each student to challenge at the appropriate level.  This group focuses on Traditional Egyptian with some fusion. There are several opportunities to perform throughout the year.  (Performance is optional.)

Eden signifies the beauty and rage of nature.

Performance Requirements: None

There are unlimited positions open for those who wish to perform or just take it as a class.

Teacher: EVE

 

NEPENTHE [neh-PEN-thay] is an advanced Urban Fusion performing group
fusing together Tribal Fusion with an alternative twist.  Sister to Dragomi, Nepenthe selects deeper tones and more fusion music to accompany their Urban Tribal and Tribal Fusion style performances.
“Nepenthe” is a “drug that takes away sorrow or grief”.

Performance Requirements*: Beginning through Advanced Urban Tribal/Tribal fusion instructional classes, Floorwork levels 1 and 2, Sword, and Veil, and at least one year performing in an intermediate level Urban Tribal/Tribal Fusion performing group(Similar or related dance experience also welcome!)
At least one year performing in 
Xanthera is encouraged.

Requirements to take Nepenthe as a class: Aleast one year performing in an intermediate level Urban Tribal/Tribal Fusion performing group.

Contact FVORBODA if you are interested in joining this group.

 *May audition for the group in lieu of prerequisites.

Nepenthe

NEPENTHE

Samruna

SAMRUNA

SAMRUNA [sahm-ROO-nuh] is an intermediate level World Dance fusion class.  This class has a very diverse study of world dances as well as a variety of props.  Each quarter will be a new topic. 
“Samruna” means “fusion; integration; unification”.

Performance Requirements*: One Beginning and one Intermediate level instructional class. (Similar or related dance experience also welcome!)
An Advanced level instructional class is recommended.

Requirements to take Samruna as a class: Aleast one Beginning level instructional class.

Contact LEYLA if you are interested in joining this group.

 *May audition for the group in lieu of prerequisites.

 

 

VENTUS [VEHN-tuhs] is an intermediate/advanced level Fusion performing
group, featuring Egyptian fused with alternative and modern dance styles.  They also love their props!
“Ventus” is a “wild wind” (subtle or strong, steady or chaotic)

Performance Requirements*:  Beginning through advanced level instructional classes and at least one year performing in an intermediate level performing group. (Similar or related dance experience also welcome!)
Veils, Sword, and Voi knowledge is recommended.

Requirements to take Ventus as a class: Beginning through advanced level instructional classes.

Contact EVE if you are interested in joining this group.

 *May audition for the group in lieu of prerequisites.

Ventus

VENTUS

Xanthera

XANTHERA

 XANTHERA [Zan-THEHR-uh] is an intermediate/advanced level Dark Tribal Fusion group often referred to as “Gothic belly dance” with an urban twist.  This group enjoys adding lyrical fusion, modern and contemporary dance styles into their dramatic performances.
“Xanthera” means “protectors of the earth”

Performance Requirements*: Beginning through advanced Urban Tribal/Tribal Fusion instructional classes, Floorwork 1, Sword, and Veil classes. (Similar or related dance experience also welcome!)
Floorwork 2 and Fan veil knowledge is recommended
At least one year performing in Azra Adara is encouraged.

Requirements to take Xanthera as a class: Beginning and Intermediate level Urban Tribal/Tribal Fusion instructional classes, as well as Floorwork 1.

Contact FVORBODA if you are interested in joining this group.

 *May audition for the group in lieu of prerequisites.

 

 

 

 

ZORAYA is an intermediate/advanced level performing group celebrating American and Egyptian Cabaret.  With a hint of Jazz and Modern dance movements, this group shines with their beautiful Cabaret costumes and traditional music.
“Zoraya” means, or represents, the “Dawn”.

Performance Requirements*: Beginning through Advanced level instructional classes. (Similar or related dance experience also welcome!)
Veil and Isis Wings knowledge is recommended. 
At least one year performing is encouraged.

Requirements to take Zoraya as a class: Beginning and Intermediate level instructional classes.

Contact Angelia if you are interested in joining this group.

 *May audition for the group in lieu of prerequisites.

Zoraya

ZORAYA

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