News and Announcements

This page lists auditions, jobs, requests for assistance, and other similar types of announcements. I'll also post references to belly dancing in the media. Postings here tend to be of a temporary nature. Newer items are listed at the top. To get something listed, please contact me.

 

General Dance News These are general dance items, not specifically belly dnace. This first set is info I get from CID, the international dance organization: CID Circular January 2010 CID Circular December 2009 CID Circular October 2009 Following are other general dance items: dancemedia.com has a contest for dance videos. (posted here 7/21/09) http://web.tiscali.it/internazionaldance/ lists annual European dance events (posted here 5/17/09) Note: most of the above are info I get via unsolicited emails, so standard caveats.

Instructors beware There is a con going on targeting dance teachers. Using any of a number of names, the con artist sends you emails arranging for private dance lessons (usually for their daughter) which they want to pay for all at once in advance. They send you a check for significantly more than you requested, then their check turns out to be bad, but presumably you already sent them (or their confederate) a refund for the overage. Discussion on http://bellydancebiz.tribe.net/ (Originally posted as a normal item here on 10/13/05; leaving up because it's still going on.)

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My name is Karina Felix Fedele. I am the publisher of The Dance Magazine of Florida, a new and exciting publication geared towards dance studios, their teachers, dancers and all events and information pertaining to dance in Florida.

I am also a belly dance instructor, not teaching at the moment, but with an understanding and passion for this art form.

My April issue will be covering Belly Dancing in Florida. Any and all information from Florida artists are welcome.

I'm accepting essays, photo of the month, calendar of events and more. If anyone is interested to receive a media kit for advertising purposes or copies which are distributed free of charge please email me at dmf@dancemagazineflorida.com.

Thank you,
Karina

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Southeast area instructor Tarifa Salem is forming a new troupe. Following is from the email I received:

I have now decided to take my art to the next level and will be looking for 4 strong dancers to make up the "New" Tarifa Salem Near Dance Group. I am looking for 4 physically strong (athleticly conditioned), very commited (meaning you will be in class), artistic women (must be at least 18) preferrably with a ballet background and would like to have this group in place by the end of this month (January). Dancers would have to be available to rehearse every Friday evening and Sunday afternoon. If you would like to audition for me please call me at 561 801-5783 or ... email. (I prefer email) To audition you will need to attend one of my classes at United State of Fitness (let me know if you are not a member and I will leave a pass for you when you come.)

(added 1/24/10)

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Southeast area dancer Raina passed away December 28, 2009, after a long battle with cancer. Her memorial is on Youtube (in 15 parts): http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=raina%27s+memorial&search_type=&aq=f
(added 1/20/10; updated 3/15/10)

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I received the following via email; standard caveats:

My husband and I have a hookah lounge and were wondering if any of your students would like to perform for practice. We are not able to pay much, but it would be great experience for them. Our lounge is in Boca -- we started out at our restaurant, Sabra Grill, but are moving the lounge to a building a few minutes away. Please email me (jayne4149@gmail.com) if you are interested. Thanks - Jayne

(added 1/19/10)

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I received a request for support from the bellydance community from KH Photographics regarding a copyright infringement problem.
(added 10/10/09)

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April 29 is International Dance Day! (Every year!) Create your own event! See this Dance Day info from the director for details.

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Items on this page are typically only kept here for a short time. Notices that mention a specific deadline may be deleted any time after that deadline. Links to articles in the media will usually be kept as long as the link is active. Otherwise, items will usually be kept for about 3 months.

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