***I stole this from Rakadu's Tribe***

Greetings Dance Lovers!

Finish the year with this spicy gypsy workshop with Kitiera!! (details and class description below)

Sunday, Dec. 30th- Modrom Belly Dance Workshop w/Kitiera
class time- 12pm-4pm
class fee- $40 in advance, $50 @ door
register on-line through PayPal: www.paypal.com
make payments to: info@meccadance.com
or register via check: make payment to "Mecca" and send to: Mecca Live Studio & Gallery 451 Chair Ave. Suite B Lexington, Ky. 40508
*please include name, address, email, phone along with your payment

MODROM BELLY DANCE
Modrom is short for Modern Romani. The name reflects its true nature: a “gypsy” dance: a dance that absorbs elements from different forms, melding them together into a unique concoction that is completely its own nature. The name also reflects the emotionally charged aspect of the form, where musicality and theatrical delivery are as important as any other component of technique. It is foremost a blend of Egyptian raqs sharqi, Romani, and modern jazz dance. It is also flavored by Indian, Ballet, Spanish, and Turkish dance.

“I look to the Romani people as my inspiration. They incorporated little bits of what they loved from all the cultures they traveled through and then created something completely their own. We may not be Rom, but we can try to dance with as much passion, spirit, and fearlessness as they do. In this genre, we cobble together a completely individual and unique message. We expose our soul and gaze defiantly outward from our place of power. Under the stage lights, we escape our birth and are only what we create.” -Kitiera

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
This workshop will begin with technique and drills for Modrom. A short break down of music theory and musicality follows, and the day ends with combinations and choreography. Bring finger cymbals! You may wish to bring a yoga mat for the warm up. Dress to sweat! (yoga/ active wear is recommended) *also recommended to dress in layers that can be paired down as you get warmed up.

KITIERA
Raised in Lexington, KY, Kitiera's 15 year journey with Middle Eastern Dance has led her across the US. She was a popular performer and instructor in Seattle, WA before moving to Berkeley, CA in 2006 to study intensely at the Suhaila Salimpour School of Dance. She is currently certified level II in Suhaila's format, an instructor at the Salimpour studio, and a member of the Suhaila Dance Company and Bal Anat. She is also the creator and artistic force behind Modrom Belly Dance. www.kitiera.net



Mecca Live Studio & Gallery
451 Chair Ave. Suite B
Lexington, Ky. 40508
859 254 9790
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I know it's between holidays so time and money are an issue, but anyone thinking of going? This could be very cool.