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Ayla Joncheere: Rethinking Fantasies About Kalbeliya Dance and Music of Rajasthan/India
Season 8 Episode 324
Ayla Joncheere is a scholar and cultural entrepreneur with over 18 years of experience in India and a deep expertise in the performing arts of Rajast…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Mahdy Emara: Bringing His Passion for Egyptian Folklore Across Borders & Projects
Season 8 Episode 323
World-renowned dance teacher and choreographer Mahdy Emara is one of the most sought-after artists in the international oriental dance scene. Born in…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Rachel Kay Brookmire: How Performing on Stage Contributes to Your Personal Growth
Season 8 Episode 322
Rachel Kay Brookmire is the founder and creative director of Sahara Dance, one of the largest and most well-established belly dance schools in the Un…
10 months ago
Maya Youssef: Decoding the Mystery of Maqam, Taqsim & Tarab
Season 8 Episode 321
Maya Youssef is a multi-award-winning composer and qanun virtuoso, acclaimed by the BBC as the "Queen of the Qanun." Recognized as the world’s leadin…
10 months, 1 week ago
Ojasvi Verma: How Slow-Pace Practice Led to Rapid Success
Season 8 Episode 320
Ojasvi Verma is an accomplished Indian dancer, content creator, and entrepreneur whose journey began on YouTube in 2016, growing to an audience of ov…
10 months, 1 week ago
Raïssa Leï: Repairing the Colonial Impact on the Amazigh Culture
Season 8 Episode 319
Raïssa Leï is a multifaceted individual celebrated for her creative and cultural contributions. She is an advocate for the warrior spirit of Amazigh …
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Mar: Creating Healthier Environment For Students to Thrive
Season 8 Episode 318
Mar is an Egyptian American woman and source dancer based in Los Angeles who founded Move And Radiate Inc. (M.A.R.). She created M.A.R. to provide a …
11 months ago
Ansuya: Exploring Sensuality, Sexuality, and Stress Healing Through Dance
Season 8 Episode 317
Ansuya is an award-winning belly dancer, instructor, and pioneer in online belly dance education. Raised in the artistic world of American Cabaret Be…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Aliah: Shaping Your Career for Success
Season 8 Episode 316
Aliah is a renowned professional belly dance artist, international teacher, and judge. With a career spanning over a decade, Aliah has performed and …
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Marlene Tafle: Trust Yourself & Take the Leap
Season 8 Episode 315
Marlene Tafle is an Argentine dancer specializing in Raqs Sharqi, with a profound passion for Egyptian culture. She began her dance journey at the ag…
1 year ago