Midwinter Mayhem II - Fusion Bellydance Intensive
-* January 24th, 2009 in Providence, RI *-
4 hours of workshops with Tempest & Aradia

Workshop Descriptions (2 hours each):

ARADIA PRESENTS:
"Once More, with FEELING!"

We have a vocabulary of movements that we are proud to have learned, that we execute well and that look fabulous on us. Now what?

Now we take it to the next level…
We add a little piece of our soul to them, bring them to life, ignite a spark in your audience, leave them with chills, and make them beg for more! We will explore tips, drills and exercises to layer emotion, charisma and personality over your own unique vocabulary. Command the attention of a hundred different people all doing a hundred different things-learn to make the world stop and pay attention. This class is excellent for new dancers, seasoned dancers and performers working in restaurants, night-clubs and of course, all those festivals we seem to do.

Topics covered in this workshop will benefit your Tribal Fusion, Gothic, Theatrical and Plain Ol' Bellydance repertoires.

TEMPEST PRESENTS:
"Adventures In Steampunk!"

Steampunk is considered by many to be a subdivision of the Gothic Culture, or it’s crazy next-door neighbor – regardless, it’s an exciting and inspiring genre, blending Neo-Victorian, Science Fiction, and Fantasy that offers a lot of opportunity in the realm of bellydance fusion. But once again, it’s not about just having the look, but capturing the true quality and character of Steampunk in your movement and presentation.

Students will explore 3 different “personas” through mini-choreographies utilizing original and fun combinations that resonate with the essence of Steampunk: “Airship Pirate”, “Lady Adventurer” and “Coin-Operated Girl”. In addition, students will not only learn about Steampunk music and fashion, but will be able to incorporate the material into their own style with purpose, armed with building blocks to create and define their own personas.

(phase II of this crazy experiment!)


** DETAILS **

DATE & TIME:
Saturday, January 24th, 12pm-4:30pm
(first class @ 12pm, 1/2 break, second class)

TUITION:
$60 at the door - there is some space left!


STUDIO LOCATION:
Studio II @ RISD Catanzaro Student Center (Basement floor of The Met), 30 Waterman Street, Providence, RI (between Benefit and Meeting Sts, in the middle of the block on the left, a short walk up from the security offices and entrance to The Quad). See area between "1" and"2" on the Map.

* * * ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTORS * * *

About Aradia
Aradia is the Artistic Director Zingari East Fusion Dance, based in Rhode Island, and holds regular classes at The Spot on Thayer in Providence. Since its inception in 2000, the collective has sought to push the creative envelope with their performance pieces, incorporating various styles and fusions of Middle Eastern, Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop, Rave and Break-dance as well as showcasing the talents of its ever-evolving members who spin fire and glow poi, hula hoop performers, ballet dancers, drummers, comedy/variety acts and whomever else might want to jump on our wagon and go for a ride to far off and exotic places.

www.zingari-east.com

About Tempest
Based now in New Jersey, just near the end of the world, Tempest pulls from her visual arts background (BFA from RISD), literary tendencies, and global inspirations to create dance that crosses the boundaries of time and culture. Tempest began her journey into dance in 2000, and has traveled the country to study traditional, folkloric, and fusion forms of bellydance. She is the premiere instructor of Gothic Bellydance in North America, and her extensive work in the genre has helped to define and develop the movement across the world. Her compelling performances exemplify her distinctively theatrical and expressionate style, and are rooted in oriental dance technique with a transcendent approach. Her costume designs have revolutionized the look of modern bellydance, and continue to inspire new and old generations of dancers alike.
www.darklydramatic.com

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