Underbelly

We look forward to dancing (and drumming!) with you this January at the Underbelly Summer School.

TIMETABLE JANUARY 2012

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Day & Time	Style & Level	Teacher & Venue	Enrol Here
Saturday 14th Jan, 11 – 12:30pm	Baladi Dance (Open level)	Andrea Makris at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$30
Saturday 14th Jan, 1:30 – 3:00pm	Khaleegy Dance (Open level)	Andrea Makris at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$30
Sunday 15th Jan, 11:30 – 1:00pm	Back to Basics (Open level)	Ekaterini at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$30
Sunday 15th Jan, 2 – 4:00pm	Vintage Oriental (Int-Adv)	Ekaterini at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$40
Monday 16th Jan, 7 – 9:00pm	Enchanting Tawaif (Open Level)	Kajal at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$40
Thursday 19th Jan, 7 – 9:00pm	Indian Rapture tribal and folk (Open Level)	Kajal at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$40
Wednesday 11th Jan, 7-9pm	Dangerous Curves contemporary sword (Int-Adv)	Melusina at Robles Dance Studio, 456 Nicholson St, North Fitzroy	$40
Monday 9th Jan, 7-9pm	Unique Steps Extraordinary Moves (Int-Adv)	Melusina at Robles Dance Studio, 456 Nicholson St, North Fitzroy	$40
Sunday 22nd Jan, 11 – 1pm	Challenge Me advanced oriental (Int-Adv)	Prue at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$40
Sunday 22nd Jan, 2 – 4pm	Bozenka Saiidi Choreo (Int-Adv)	Prue at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$40
Wednesday 11th Jan, 6:30 – 8:30pm	Mash Up Choreo (Int-Adv)	Trisnasari at 1/241 Smith Street, Fitzroy	$40

DESCRIPTONS

BALADI DANCE with andrea makris
Baladi captures the essence of improvisation in Belly dance by taking dancer, musicians and audience on a journey from soft to sharp, shy to bold and sensual to exalted. By exploring the musical progression of baladi music, we learn how to interpret each section with a vast range of moves. Bring new meaning, modes of expressoin and depth to your dance. All levels welcome.

KHALEEGY DANCE with andrea makris
This visually stunning dance from the Gulf Region draws its influences from Persia, Africa and the Middle East and is a decendent of ancient trance dances. Traditionally performed behind closed doors fr women only, the dance is characterised by delicate hand gestures and wild hair tossing. The workshop will focus on technique, a simple choreography and is suitable for all levels.

BACK TO BASICS with ekaterini
Suited to absolute beginners and students wishing to refine and revisit the foundation movements of belly dance. The workshop will also focus on essential dance practice including correct posture, strength building exercises to define isolated movements, understanding the various rhythmic patterns as well as music interpretation.

VINTAGE ORIENTAL with ekaterini
Master the sensual and alluring style of vintage Hollywood belly dancing! Inspired by the most prominent Egyptian dancers of the time such as Fifi Abdo, Tahia Carioca and Samia Gamal, we will learn a fun and flirtatious choreography as well as discuss the elegant costuming and music of the time. Dress-ups are most welcome!
Suited to intermediate and advanced level dancers.

ENCHANTING TAWAIF with kajal
From the Golden Age to Modern cinema, Indian filmi song and dance classics have contributed to the foundation and spirit of Bollywood. In the role of an enchanting tawaif (courtesan), learn a medley inspired by the greats, such as
Devdas (1955 & 2002). Progress though technique and layering into a lively dance sequence to Dhol music. Mixed level: optional layering.

INDIAN RAPTURE: tribal and folk
with kajal
Experience the tribal and folk dances of Rajasthan and Gujarat. Learn components of Kalbelia, Ghoomar and Garba dance styles with their similarities.Technique and short choreography covers sinuous and sharp snake movements,
isolations, circular spirals and varying folk turns. Handouts offer basic terminology and short notes.
Mixed level: optional layering.

MIDDLE EASTERN DRUM RHYTHMS with matt stonehouse
Become a better dancer by learning the most common range of Middle Eastern rhythms played in your music. From Beledi to Maksoum, Khaleegy to Saiidi and more, this class will take you through the range of ‘dums’ and tuks’ that make dynamic music and even more dynamic dance. BYO drum if you have one or hire from Matt for $10 on the day.

DANGEROUS CURVES: contemporary sword routine with melusina
Grace, precision, skill and dexterity are all essential elements to performing an exceptional Raqs Al Saif – Sword Dance. In this workshop learn an extraordinary and dynamic modern Belly Dance sword routine which allows you to flow with the curvature of the scimitar and balance with poise and intensity. Bring a well balanced sword or cane. Int-Adv level.

UNIQUE STEPS, EXTRAORDINARY
MOVES with melusina
Learn a refreshing and inspiring new vocabulary of movements to enliven your dancing. Explore unusual ways of adding that special dynamic to a performance using fancy footwork, muscular precision, dramatic combinations, and power to amplify your stage presence. Give your basic repertoire of Belly Dance moves an added flair to captivate your audience! Int-Adv level.

CHALLENGE ME! advanced oriental choreography with prue
Get ready to challenge your hips and your head with this beautiful oriental choreography. From sweeping arabesques to fast hip work and emotive taksms, this dance is sure to inspire the oriental diva in all of you!
Intermediate/ Advanced/ Professional level.

BOZENKA SAIDI CHOREOGRAPHY with prue
This is a dynamic and fun Saidi dance choreographed by Bellydance Superstar Bozenka and performed by Prue and Rishi at the 2011 Underbelly Kasbah! Please bring a cane. Intermediate level.

MASH-UP CHOREOGRAPHY with trisnasari
Trisnasari is back with her unique self styled technique that breathes influences as broad as Reda and Saiidi to Rachel and Sadie. This challenging but accessible choreography is set to a fun, high energy Beastie Boys/Beatles mash up with an oriental flavour. Level: Beyond Beginner.