PERFORMERS

ALINA

Oriental dance is my biggest passion. I love dancing, and, for me, it is a way of expressing myself, showing my own world.
I am dancing for 11 years, and the first step was Indian dance classes (Bollywood style is a more common name) in the north of Russia. Later, I practiced different styles of Oriental dance, like belly dancing and Tribal belly dance.

Everything was and is a great experience.

About three years ago, when I started to perform in Dublin, I created my own dance style. Which comprises a mixture of Modern Bollywood and classical Indian with nice smooth moves from Egyptian belly dancing.

Alina's details

BLACK ORCHID

Black Orchid was formed a little over a year ago by Roisin(Tigerro) and Mags(Myla) from Dublin.Dancers from early our style evolved as individuals and now combined we have over 11 years total belly dance experience. We specialise in Black Orchid style TRIBAL. A style we have initiated and nurtured drawing inspirations from all corners of the globe spanning decades from ancient dance forms right up to modern day contemporary. We constantly strive to push the boundaries of our abilities and creative flair. Our style ranges from strict classical to the more intricate sequences of fusion... and some more shocking than others!! Tribal combinations comes from wide and varied sources including Amon Tobin the Great, Jungle Mixes, Electro, Ambience, Trance and Drum and Bass. We have performed these styles all over Ireland, The Mint Lounge, Manchester and La Corte, Italy and but of course VOODOO LOUNGE, Dublin which happens to be our 2nd home! BLACK ORCHID have deep roots in Cabaret style belly dance courtesy of YASMINA, Director of Ireland Dance Stars productions in which Black Orchid have a very active role both in performing and choreography. Currently resident dancers at Sinners, La Bella Vita and Beirut Restaurant. With many an Egyptian/Turkish weddings under our belt are always available for more! We are always delighted to have the opportunity to go back to our classical belly dance roots.

Black Orchid's website

BOLLYWOOD SPICE

We are BOLLYWOOD SPICE based in Dublin - a group of dancers from Brazil , Spain , France , Russia and Ireland . We perform all Bollywood styles from old to the very exciting and latest new craze in this dance . Our costumes are varied from classical to more Modern depending on the choreography . We have performed in Festivals , Theatres , on Television at Event Openings and Weddings , in Ireland and Internationally . Our highlight performance was for The Dunlaoghaire Festival of World Cultures - MELA EVENT 2008 which was praised by the Indian Community for its authenticity .


For Performance or Workshops please CONTACT : 086 - 207 8377
CATALA

From the US, of mixed race and heritage, fluent in 5 languages.
Professional performer and teacher of bellydance.

~ Catala performs each year in the St Patrick's Festival & Dun Laoghaire Festival of World Cultures
~ Performs solo or as guest around the country, incl Cork Opera House, Limerick Yallah festival
~ Dances professionally at weddings, birthdays, summer parties, Christmas, Diwali parties, Arabic haflas, Hawaiian luaus and corporate events. More girls available, the Emeralds
~ Catala gives masterclasses for other teachers and performers
~ Teaches one-to-one and small groups

Her love of cultures and femininity fuels her devotion to all forms of bellydance.

"My name is Catala, the girls call me Kitty. Bellydancers are my sisters - it is an ancient and beautiful art".


Catala's website

LISA

Lisa, Egyptian Dancer for over 9 year, performing Classical, Folk, Baladi, Bollywood and Hula Dance. Will perform at weddings, shows, functions and corporate events. Lisa is a JWAAD Trained Arabic Dance Teacher and is Teaching weekly beginner, improver and intermediate classes in Galway for over 7 years.

Lisa's website

MASATI

I've been teaching within Dublin and performing all over Ireland, USA & India for the last 3 years. With roots in classical training from age 4, I've always been dancing.
I love teaching & run classes regularly in Dublin South for mixed levels. New students are always welcome.I teach classical eygptian & cabaret style. I also sometimes use veils, zils, saadi & Isis wings in performance.
I dance in The Cedar Tree restaurant in Dublin where i may get one or two willing customers to get up & dance!
Performances include - St. Patricks Festival 2008, Festival Of World Cultures 2008, Electric Picnic 2008, Danced with Derby Browne's shows Pigalle- the life & music of Edith Piaf at the National Concert Hall & other venues around Ireland 2008, The Tassel Club Burlesque shows, Amsterdam Beat club, Dublin Burlesque Ball, Gypsy Hotel - Cork.
I dance for corparate events, weddings, bellydance parties, christenings & community events to benefit others. I always hope that seeing bellydance will encourage ladies to celebrate their bodies & bring joy & inspiration to their lives.

Masati's details

MONO

Monique van der Pol has been a belly dance teacher and performer in Ireland for the past 5 years. She has been studying various styles of belly dance since 1999. Currently she is running weekly classes around the Galway and Clare area. She is welknown for her funky and high energy classes and workshops. Monique is also teaching burlesque workshops around the country and was recently featured as a burlesque consultant on the popular tv show 'inside and out'. Monique is also available to help you celebrate your henparty or birthday in style with her fabulous and fun burlesque and belly dance parties and princess belly dance parties for girls.

Mono's website

NAJWA

Egyptian bellydance referred to as Raqs Sharqi. incorporating Persian dance techniques and posture.

Najwa's CV

RASHANI TRIBAL

Rashani is a world fusion dance company specializing in Tribal Style Belly dance. We draw inspiration from around the globe and across time. Our influences includes Indian Classical, Romany dances of the Balkans, Flamenco/Zambra and folkloric belly dance from the Middle East and North Africa as well as contemporary influences from modern dance, hip hop and electronic fusion. We design our performances based on the mood and occasion of your event. Our specialties include candle dances, floorwork and sword balancing, spanish skirt work and fans, finger cymbals and also for a more alternative set electronic fusion. Highlights from our performance CV include: Festival of World Cultures 2004-2006, Club Immortal at the Docklands, the Speigel Tent at Dublin Fringe and Fantasia, the UKs largest arabic dance festival. Rashani performs at community events, arts festivals, restaurants and private parties. We are always delighted to share our passion and love for the dance and look forward to adding sparkle and magic to your next special occasion!

http://www.rashanitribal.com

ROHÉ

We are a collective, ready to present a modern cabaret twist on Belly dancing as event entertainment solutions to Launch parties, corporate events, hen parties, themed club nites/events etc..With a menu of act ideas ready to pick from.

SANDRA KEIL

I perform in egyptian, tribal, spanish or romany styles, for weddings, parties, etc and on stage. My background is theatre and my passion is to choreograph exciting fusions and put them together with other dancers or students in a diverse performance - and I love props! Veil, zills, sword, tambourine, wings of isis, shamadan, candles, canes....

And I love to get together with other dancers to have fun at informal hafla's!


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SHAYESTAH

Egyptian bellydance referred to as Raqs Sharqi. Incorporating Asian dance techniques and posture.

Shayestah's CV

ZOHRA

Egyptian style bellydance, which as well is referred to as Raqs Sharqi. Apart from performing the “real” bellydance I love experimenting and marrying bellydance with different dance styles.

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