Belladonna - Workshops

Workshops Schedule
Sat.Sept 12th 3:30-5:30 B2D • VA	Poi Day 1	REGISTER $95 pre $105 door	More Info
Sat.Sept 12th 5:30-7:30 B2D • VA	Sassy Swank Fusion Fragment	REGISTER $35 pre $45 door	More Info
Sat. Sept 25th 1-3pm GHSD • TN	Sassy Swank Fusion Fragment	$30 pre $35 door	More Info
Sat. Sept 25th 3:30-5 GHSD • TN	Tribal Style Impov	$25 pre $30 door	More Info
Sun. Oct 10th TBA TO•TN	Tribe O Scintillating Scimitar Ashville, NC	Register*	More Info
Sat.Oct 16th 4:30-7 B2D • VA	Tribal Hip Hop	REGISTER $45 pre $55 door	More Info
Sun.Oct 17th 3:30-5:30 B2D • VA	Poi Day 2	Day 2	More Info
Sun.Oct 17th 5:30-7:30 B2D • VA	Dark & Twisty Fragment	REGISTER $35 pre $45 door	More Info
Sun.Oct 24th 2:30-4 TBA	Chills & Thrills	REGISTER $38 pre $45 door	More Info
Sun.Nov 14th 1:30-2:30 B2D • VA	Tribal Hip Hop Rehearsal	Rehearsal	More Info
Sun.Nov 14th 3:30-5:30 B2D • VA	Poi Day 3	Day 3	More Info
Sun.Nov 14th 5:30-7:30 B2D • VA	Alternate Reality Fragment	Register $35 pre $45 door	More Info
See descriptions below
Poi Spinning (Full-Series: Parts 1, 2 & 3) Instructor: Belladonna Schedule: Part 1- Sunday, 9/12- 3:30-5:30pm: Intro to Language & Movements Part 2: Sunday, 10/17-3:30-5:30: Connecting the moves into a choreography Part 3: Sunday, 11/14-3:30-5:30: Polishing the choreography and rehearsal for the show [ mandatory for all who plan to perform at the show.] ---------------------------------------------------- This workshop teaches the art of Poi spinning. 'Poi' is the Maori word for 'ball on a cord'. Poi is a form of juggling where the balls are swung around the body. From its early beginnings, Poi had the purpose of enhancing dance and rhythm. It was soon discovered that Poi swinging has several other benefits as well, ranging from enhancing flexibility and improving wrist strength to helping coordination and balance. In addition to its fitness benefits, mastering simple Poi moves illicits an instant 'wow' factor, as the dancer's agility and prowess in juggling the Poi are always a crowd pleaser. To that end, students who successfully complete all three parts of this workshop will be eligible to perform the routine on stage at the 6th Semi-Annual Show on 11/21 in front of a crowd of over 1,000 attendants. Watch Poi Workshop Demo Video Open to men and women. No dance experience necessary. Practice Poi provided ---------------------------------------------------- ($95 before Sunday, September 12, 2010 or $105 thereafter) REGISTER VA Class Location: Born To Dance Studio 245 Maple Ave. West Vienna, Virginia 22180 Phone: 703-242-6090 TOP

Sassy Swank-Fusion Fragments Saturday September 9th 5:30-7:30 This fun and flirty Fusion Fragment includes moves inspired by the ever popular vintage fusion style of belly dance, be it Steam Punk, Roaring 20's or Classic Belly Dance. Sassy, salty and sweet it focuses on expression, spunk and pure belly dance technique. Including kicks, spins and a little sassy swank. Useful in Belladonna's TFI (tribal fusion improve) style of belly dance, or as a starting point for building your technique or your own choreography. ($35 before Saturday, September 9, 2010 or $45 thereafter) REGISTER VA Class Location: Born To Dance Studio 245 Maple Ave. West Vienna, Virginia 22180 Phone: 703-242-6090 TOP

Sassy Swank-Fusion Fragments Saturday September 25th 1-3:30 This fun and flirty Fusion Fragment includes moves inspired by the ever popular vintage fusion style of belly dance, be it Steam Punk, Roaring 20's or Classic Belly Dance. Sassy, salty and sweet it focuses on expression, spunk and pure belly dance technique. Including kicks, spins and a little sassy swank. Useful in Belladonna's TFI (tribal fusion improve) style of belly dance, or as a starting point for building your technique or your own choreography. ($30 Pre-Reg • $35 @ Door) TN Class Location: Green Hills School of Dance in Hillsboro Village 2001 Blair Boulevard, Nashville TN 37212 Pre-Register: katherine.metz@gmail.com TOP

Tribal Style Improv Saturday September 25th 3:30-5 This class is an introduction to the movements, formations and execution of Tribal Style belly dance. Tribal – describing the group or “tribe” element of dancing with your fellow dancers in an improvisational way, inspired by ATS and other traditional Tribal improv formats. Belladonna will lead you through the vocabulary, formations and movements of this intricate and fun dance style ($30 Pre-Reg • $35 @ Door) TN Class Location: Green Hills School of Dance in Hillsboro Village 2001 Blair Boulevard, Nashville TN 37212 Pre-Register: katherine.metz@gmail.com TOP

Scintillating Scimitar Sunday, October 10th TBA Is your sword lonely? Have you been “getting around” to working with it? Well dust it off, pack it up & let Belladonna teach you a thing or two. Scintillating Sword is an all new workshop designed for beginers and experienced dancers alike. Let Belladonna help you get more familiar sword and take it to the next level. Focus on new balancing technique, carving out space, flesh verses metal movement and a bit of show craft to keep your performance interesting, engaging and entertaining. Please bring a sword for this workshop. TRIBORIGINAL Since this is a weekend long event, you must purchase a Weekend Package to participate in this workshop. Information about Registration Camp Tekoa 211 Thomas Road Hendersonville, NC 28739 TOP

Tribal Hip Hop Saturday October 16th 4:30-7 Sunday November 14th 1:30-2:30 This funky & fun workshop is the perfect blend of Modern Fusion Belly Dance with the sassy & intense style of Jazz & Hip Hop. Participants will learn a cutting edge choreography and have the option of performing it in the semi-annual Born 2 Dance Showcase on Nov 22. (Nov 14 additional rehearsal) ($45 before Saturday, October 16, 2010 or $55 thereafter) REGISTER VA Class Location: Born To Dance Studio 245 Maple Ave. West Vienna, Virginia 22180 Phone: 703-242-6090 TOP

Dark & Twisty Fragment Sunday October 17th 5:30-7:30 This sinuous slinky and sinister Fusion Fragment is sure to stimulate your senses and tighten up your technique. This 5 count Fragment inspired by the darker side of belly dance, includes layers, isolations and traveling moves. Choreographed specifically to challenge your muscle memory, introduce you to new movements and inspire your creativity. Useful in Belladonna's TFI (tribal fusion improve) style of belly dance, or as a starting point for building your technique or your own choreography. ($45 before Sunday, October 17, 2010 or $55 thereafter) REGISTER VA Class Location: Born To Dance Studio 245 Maple Ave. West Vienna, Virginia 22180 Phone: 703-242-6090 TOP

Alternate Reality Fragment Sunday, November 14th 5:30-7:30 Embrace the softer side of tribal fusion belly dance. This Fusion Fragment explores the more etherial planes. Deeply emotional and highly technical, it includes fluid movements, traveling steps and line changes. The technical masterpiece is sure to introduce you to some unique movements as well as help you polish your personal style. Inspired by the powerful emotional quality of love it will help you on your way to creative expression and pure belly dance joy. Useful in Belladonna's TFI (tribal fusion improve) style of belly dance, or as a starting point for building your technique or your own choreography. ($45 before Sunday, November 14, 2010 or $55 thereafter) REGISTER VA Class Location: Born To Dance Studio 245 Maple Ave. West Vienna, Virginia 22180 Phone: 703-242-6090 TOP

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EVENT WORKSHOPS
To Book Belladonna for your event,
the following are a few workshops to choose from:

intermediate Fusion technique- "Embodied Embellishments "
(NEW)
intermediate tribal workshop focused on adding arms, hands, level changes, belly rolls and flutters. PLUS a new combination to incorporate each movement into your dancers tool box.

intermediate Fusion technique-
"Fancy Foot Work and Flourishes" (NEW)
This workshop is designed to help you explore your "foot -floor connection" ground your movements. Sure to help you become a stronger dancers, with emphasis on traveling step with layered isolations, kicks, spins and turns.

pOp Raqs!:
This is a workshop geared toward incorporating cultural references into your performance in order to have more fun & make your audience love you! We'll talk about technical & expressive approaches as well as learning a short choreography and practicing to various pop musical choices.

The Next Step (NEW):
This workshop for experienced dancers is designed to help you build a performance from start to finish. Now that you have technique, what do you do? From choreography to costuming, music to muscle memory. Will cover incorporating show craft, expression, interpretation and how to get the audience on your side. A comprehensive workshop with a over view on everything you need to build your performance and take the next step in your performance.

Powerful Presentation (NEW):
How to be a Lion , not a lamb....and when it's appropriate to be both.

This workshop focuses on body posture, movement, the use of staging, lights, music and costuming in order to put on a great show!

Sacred Light (NEW):
Energy of dance workshop designed to help you cultivate and channel the healing energy of belly dance. This sacred dance is not only a great way to get exercise, and find creative expression, but also is an amazing healer for the people who practice it.

Whether it helps with your self esteem, confidence or past trauma, the energy created in our sacral chakra is transformational and can improve the quality of your life in many ways.

Fusion Combos:
These saucy tribal fusion combinations are good for everyone! Funky and fun mini choreographies are great for group or solo improvisation as well as a start to designing your own choreography. Inspired not only by traditional belly dance, they fuse modern, industrial, hip hop, jazz and classical world dances to bring you a belly dance style unique to the 21st century.

Sword Stylization:
Belladonna is a master of sword dance. She is well-known for her double sword work and her un-dulled scimitar balancing. Let her guide you through using your sword as a partner and infusing strength and purpose into your sword work. Swords are for more than just balancing – they can be sensual and powerful partners. The class includes information on the basics of choosing a sword that is right for you, care, techniques, and/or choreography.

Double Sword and Body Balancing:
Have you mastered the basics of sword dancing and balancing? This intermediate-to-advanced workshop focuses on adding another sword to the picture and teaches you what to do with it besides just putting it on your head. A ground-breaking sword belly dance performer, Belladonna will guide you through some of her signature body balancing moves and combinations.
If you want to learn some of her secrets this is the workshop for you.
Previous sword dancing and balancing experience required.

Undulating Flame:
Are you intrigued by the beauty of the flame, but don't know how to get started? Fire is beautiful, but also is dangerous, so it is vital to learn safety measures before incorporating fire into your dancing.

In this class, Belladonna will guide you through choosing props and will teach fire safety and unique movements for dancing with fire.

This class is specifically geared toward fire fans, fingers, palms and poi.

Energy & Strength:
Learn to infuse your dancing with energy and purpose. This workshop draws together Belladonna's two passions: energy work & belly dance. Learn body movements, postures and meditations that will help you generate, balance and channel the flow of energy through your body.

This one-hour workshop is an introduction to the principles of yoga and qi gong and how they can help you on your journey through dance.

Belt Making 101:
This costuming workshop will teach you the tips and tricks to constructing you very own belly dance belt. There are several belt styles to choose from. Learn the basic design elements to consider when designing a belt, how to size and fit your base to your shape, what styles are right for you and more! Some sewing experience recommended.
Supply list and some supplies provided.