2010 Workshop Schedule
Schedule subject to revision or change. Class details to follow.

While we prefer dancing in small spaces, we are sometimes presented with quite a large stage to use. In this class Mardi will present a few new combinations that will help you fill a stage. Movements will be carefully broken down and drilled.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM  - Amy Sigil
The Tribal Massive Special!

Sun Feb 28th

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM  - Mardi Love
Using Fluidity and Subtlety to create slow pieces while keeping interest
This class will touch on several aspects of slow dancin' technique, and students will  take home a couple of slow combinations, but we'll also delve into the nuances of a piece that give it heart and keep it interesting .... using the stage, creating mood and facial details.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM  - Amy Sigil
"Ghostwork"
When you've got the wind knocked out of you by something life size. When you've scratched the pen and cheated the sleep. This sort of evening you want to say something words cannot. (A dance session of truths in reflection) Bring an open mind please.

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Sunday Evening: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
HAFLA! (click for more info)

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Monday March 1st

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  - Mardi Love
New Combinations for Quicker Tempos
Mardi brings a few original combinations to add to your repertoire. Class will begin with a few isolation patterns to challenge the mind and body. Movements are carefully broken down and drilled. Mardi will also discuss how she approaches the audience and stage presence.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM  - Mira Betz
Dancing Throuh Art - a 3-day exploration

Join Mira for a in-depth study on spinning technique and moving outside of the "bellydance box",  as well as progressive exercises on how fine art and composition can inform your movement and carriage to create a distinct style, unique to your body and form. We will work on building stamina and form for stronger spins, creative ways to use space and an introductory course on how Art can inform dance. This will be an accumulating course, each day touching on multiple topics that build over the three days with Mira. Bring scissors, paper glue or tape, and some spare magazines or images that inspire.

Tuesday March 2nd

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  - Mardi Love
Original Choreography
Just like it sounds. We'll begin class with a few drills, then move right into a new choreography.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM  - Mira Betz
Dancing Throuh Art - a 3-day exploration

Join Mira for a in-depth study on spinning technique and moving outside of the "bellydance box",  as well as progressive exercises on how fine art and composition can inform your movement and carriage to create a distinct style, unique to your body and form. We will work on building stamina and form for stronger spins, creative ways to use space and an introductory course on how Art can inform dance. This will be an accumulating course, each day touching on multiple topics that build over the three days with Mira. Bring scissors, paper glue or tape, and some spare magazines or images that inspire.

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Tuesday Evening: 7:00 PM
JUBILEE SHOW at Bally's
Have FUN at this traditional Vegas dance show.  
Show starts at 7:30, please arrive by 7:00pm

Click HERE for tickets ($85.50 ea.)

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Wed March 3rd

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  - Rachel Brice
Strengthening Practice for Slow Bellydance
This practice will prepare us for tomorrow's combinations, or can stand on it's own as an effective practice to strengthen the upper back, arms, lower back, hips, and legs for level changes, back bends, and slow movements that appear to defy gravity. Rachel will present simple yet challenging Yoga practices to prepare and compensate for deep backward bending.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM  - Mira Betz
TBD

Thurs March 4th

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  - Rachel Brice
Whisper Hungarian in my Ear
Combinations set to the beautiful composition by Dan Cantrell. Dances focus on back bending, foot patterns, big, slow isolations, and clarity in movement. Rachel will present simple yet challenging Yoga practices to prepare and compensate for deep backward bending.

The MASSIVE Spectacular!
Stageshow rehearsal time - No afternoon classes

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Thursday Evening: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  THE MASSIVE SPECTACULAR!

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Friday March 5th

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM  - Rachel Brice
Cabaret Belly Dance with a Tribal Aesthetic
Up tempo hIp work, locks and Isolations: . Quick changes, complex hip patterns and long-held shimmies, all while keeping the chest lifted, shoulders back and arms open. If time allows, we will work with a few vintage orchestral pieces for combos.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM  - Heather Stants
Fluid Technique and Combinations
Yoga and Urban Tribal signature combinations.
Student must bring a yoga mat and knee pads to class.

Sat March 6th

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM  - Rachel Brice
Building Your Own Vocabulary
Simple ways to make your own movements for improvisation or choreography combining foot patterns, isolations in the torso and hips, and arm patterns; all-discombobulating-pat-your-head-and-rub-your-belly-style.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM  - Heather Stants
Creative Dance Composition Day
We will work with creativity exercises and think about ways to develop your own movements and dances.
Please bring kneepads and yoga mat.

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Saturday Evening: 8:15 PM
ALICE IN WONDERLAND group outing:
Movie starts at 8:40 pm - please arrive by 8:15 pm
Brenden Theatres IMAX 3D at the Palms Casino
Las Vegas, NV 89103

*please PRE-PURCHASE TIX via FANDANGO

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All new material will be covered.
All classes are for advanced to professional dancers.