Preparing to Perform
This is a handout I wrote for my students to prepare them for their first performance. I thought I would post it here, for them as well as for other students and teachers should they wish to use it. I … Read More
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Permission to Make Mistakes
One thing I emphasize in my classes is that everyone should feel free to make mistakes. In fact, it is the only true route to growth, since humans by nature are imperfect and learn through trial and error. (Check out … Read More
Workshop Hosting – what you’re really paying for
A recent discussion on a bellydance business discussion group brought up an old tribe thread on the same subject. The discussion was surrounding the costs of hosting a workshop instructor, and what the $150-$200/hr of workshop time with an instructor … Read More
Your Dance Bag
The first night of every Level 1 class, I do a brief orientation with the students. We go over simple studio layout (where’s the bathroom, water fountain…), etiquette (being on time, no shoes in the studio, etc), how the session … Read More
Tomboy to Tribal Diva? A workshop review…
Hair n’ Make-Up Workshop Reviewor How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Glam by Rebecca Slingwine As you probably know, Shay held a performance hair and makeup workshop a week ago! The focus was on getting students familiar … Read More
DTBD Newsletter – May
Happy spring everyone! Here is the latest from Double Take Bellydance: Performance Opportunities! This summer holds two performance opportunities in July, and we want you to be a part of it. YES YOU!! Students of all levels are invited to … Read More
Theater skills in dance
Over on Shira’s Tribe there is a spin-off discussion on what theater skills we think bellydancers could benefit from knowing. As an amateur actor all my life, and a theater major at the University of Washington, and community theater participant … Read More
Nervousness when leading improv? Glam it up!
Here is a question from a student regarding how to feel more confident in the lead. Letty always asks really great questions, and she agreed to let me share this one, and my answer, with you all! I find myself … Read More