Belladonna Workshops

UPCOMING METRO AREA WORKSHOPS

Saturday, February 6th, 2010

Beyond Basic Belt Making: $85
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW
RESCHEDULED FOR
Day 1 March 13th
Day 2 April 10
11am - 1pm
The belt making workshop goes beyond basic decorating to sizing, fitting, and construction your own fusion belly dance belt. Also discuss design elements such as shape, decoration, color, texture and function. Some sewing experience recommended.
(Recommended for some participants in the student show)
Supply list provided after registration is complete.

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Halter How to: $75
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW
RESCHEDULED FOR
Day 1 March 13th
Day 2 April 10
1:30-3:30pm
This classic article of clothing has gained in popularity as the quest to fuse tribal belly dance with other classic styles of fashion moves on. In this sewing workshop Bella will teach you how to make your halter tops. From basic pattern making, sizing, stitching & decorating. A costuming workshop tribal fusion enthusiasts with a creative streak don't want to miss. Some sewing experience recommended.
(Recommended for some participants in the student show)
Supply list provided after registration is complete.

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LOCATED: Bohemian Studio: 1390 Kenyon Street, NW • WDC 20010
Columbia Heights Metro

Tribal Fusion Fuel Combo:
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW
RESCHEDULED FOR
March 6th
$39 before Sat. March. 6th
$49 the day of the workshop
5:00pm-7:00pm (Utopia Room)
Fast, funky and furious, this Tribal Fusion combinations workshop is an absolute thrill!
With emphasis on technique, this workshop will expand your dance vocabulary as instructor Belladonna introduces a series of Tribal Belly
Dance movements that utilize both precision and attitude to deliver edgy
yet graceful movements!
Guaranteed to be an intense workout.
All levels welcome.

Register at Born2DanceStudio.com

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Sunday, February 7th, 2010




Bra Making 101: $75
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW
RESCHEDULED FOR
Day 1 March 14th
Day 2 April 11th
11am - 1pm
Beautiful dance bras add to any fusion belly dance costume. In this 2 day workshop series Bella will guide you through constructing your very own fusion belly dance bra. Emphasis on sizing, hand sewing technique, choosing materials and decoration.
(Recommended for some participants in the student show)
Supply list provided after registration is complete.

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Belts for Beginners: $85
CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW
RESCHEDULED FOR
Day 1 March 14th
Day 2 April 11th
1:30-3:30pm
This unique belt making workshop will teach you the basics on how to construct a unique fusion belly dance belt for shows, class or just to wear out and about. Appropriate for all skill levels, let l help bring out the creative energy inside of you.
(Recommended for some participants in the student show)
Supply list provided after registration is complete.

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LOCATED: Bohemian Studio: 1390 Kenyon Street, NW • WDC 20010
Columbia Heights Metro
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Saturday, February 20th, 2010

Polish Poise & Precision:
$39 before Sat. Feb. 20th
$49 the day of the workshop
5:00pm-7:00pm (Utopia Room)
This intermediate-level workshop is focused on improving your performance skills.
Building on your current dance vocabulary, this workshop will teach you how to showcase your technique and convey your attitude. Instructor Belladonna will share tried-and-true tactics designed to boost your confidence and refine your poise on stage (or during any performance,) and will also lead you through several exercises to help you improve your execution, precision and timing.
This workshop is suitable for students looking to participate in Born 2 Dance Studio's semi-annual performance galas, or to improve their general performance skills.
Previous Belly Dance class experience is strongly recommended.

Register at Born2DanceStudio.com

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Sunday, March 7th, 2010

FUSION COMBOS by Belladonna 
4pm - 6:30pm
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.

Only $35 per 2.5 hour workshop until March 1st ($40 after 3/1/10) 

Or take advantage of the package deal:
Nadirah Nasreen and Belladonna only $60 (!!) until March 1st
($70 after 3/1/10) 

Please mail your check to:
Carmen Nolte
3912 Chesapeake Avenue,
Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

Or pay via PAYPAL to:
Jazziebelle@comcast.net 

Workshop located at:
The Chesapeake Beach Community Center
4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue,
Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

Directions:
That's right near the Waterpark, actually we use the same parking area.
It is behind the building.

You drive into Chesapeake Beach on Rt. 260 east.

When you can not go any further on 260 (or drive into the Bay) -
you turn right.

A few seconds later, you pass the "Fastop Citco Gas Station".
Turn right between Citco and the Waterpark.

Turn left into the Waterpark parking and you have arrived.
Very easy to find.

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Saturday, March 13th, 2010

Beyond Basic Belt Making
(Day 2 of 2)
11am - 1pm

Halter How To
(Day 2 of 2)
1:30-3:30pm

LOCATED: Bohemian Studio: 1390 Kenyon Street, NW • WDC 20010
Columbia Heights Metro
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Sunday, March 14th, 2010



Bra Making 101
(Day 2 of 2)
11am - 1pm

Belts for Beginners
(Day 2 of 2)
1:30-3:30pm

LOCATED: Bohemian Studio: 1390 Kenyon Street, NW • WDC 20010
Columbia Heights Metro
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Saturday, March 27

Fusion Fuel combo workshop: $38
11am - 1pm
Fast, funky & furious, this fusion combo is nothing but fun. Technically challenging but oh so fabulous. Bella will introduce new series of movements as well as attitude and intensity. Be ready to have a great time & sweat, all while dancing to some hot music mixes.
All levels welcome.

OUT OF TOWN WORKSHOPS

Wedesday, May 12th, 2010
Tribal Fest
Noon-2pm
Sabastapol, CA
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The Next Step:
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

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

Collective Consciousness (NEW):
This is a workshop geared toward incorperating cultural refences 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.