Bellydance by Anthea (Kawakib)

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Anthea (Kawakib) 2007
 Anthea (Kawakib)
 		Hi, and welcome - ahlan wa sahlan!  My Arabic dance name, Kawakib (kah WAH kib), means "planets".  Who am I, and what is my dance background?
     My professional career in Oriental (belly) Dance includes:
  • 19 years as a Featured Dancer (steady weekly or more appearances) in the DC area: The Athenian Corner, Sahib, El Cid, Atilla's, and the Culmore during late '80's - early '90's; and monthly with live band at Casablanca 2002 - 2006.
  • 15 years (longest-running engagement in DC for an Oriental Dancer) at the premier Moroccan restaurant, the Marrakesh, 1992 - 2007
  • Over a dozen appearances at First Night Virgina (New Year's Eve arts event)
  • HUNDREDS of shows for private parties through my Bellygram Service
  • 2008 marked 20 years of professional teaching! Teaching weekly classes from 1988-1998 in Charlottesville VA; now teaching classes on all levels in Fredericksburg VA (see current schedule below)
Also:
  • Founder and Artistic Director of the PRISM Dancers (student performing group) as well as previous performing groups Tribe Odyssey East, and the Award-winning Pearls of Rhythm troupe
  • Former member of  Topkapi Dancers folkloric troupe for ten years, including several as Artistic Director
  • Winner of "Best Kept Secret" 1999 National Award
  • Acting Co-ordinator of Dance Eternal Productions
  • Co-creator of Tribal Odyssey group improvisational format of belly dance
  • Composer of Tribe O belly dance music
  • Staff writer for Zaghareet! Magazine since 2001
  • Teaching Certification (2008) by NATCMED. (see comments from the review board)
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    ANTHEA'S WEEKLY BELLYDANCE CLASSES in Fredericksburg Virginia 22401

    Are you BORED with your usual workout? Need a truly creative outlet?
    Ready for a transformative experience?
    The "Oldest Dance"--always captivating, now popular again--
    helps you develop grace, poise, self-confidence.
    • Level 1 for fun and fitness! Add bellydance to your workout routine: class includes breathwork, static and ballistic stretches, and weight-bearing dance activity - you'll feel the results immediately!
    • Advanced classes focus on skill development and increasing background knowledge (recommended for serious students or performers).
    • Private lessons available by appointment
    Need professional training but don't have time for group class? See about Private Lessons and Coaching.

    Performance skills (stage presence, relaxation, etc.) are taught as part of dance class, and our annual Student Recital in July provides a showcase for students who wish to perform.     However, no one is required to perform. Even if you don't perform, learning stage skills gives you social poise and self-confidence in everyday life.     So come join a warm community of bellydance students and have fun while learning something new - and gaining incredible muscle control!
    Whether you want to perform, explore your creative side,
    or just have fun while getting fit...

         My certified teaching method can help you
     define and reach your goals!

    Study with one of the D.C. area's top Oriental Dancers ~ a professional teacher and performer with over 20 years of real-world experience:

    • business owner
    • choreographer
    • costumer
    • expertise with live bands
    • musician
    • show producer
    • spiritual focus
    • troupe director
    • workshop instructor
    TEACHING CERTIFICATION based on real results - my curriculum, and videos of my students and myself in performance. (2008)

    INTERVIEW in the     Free Lance Star newspaper. (8/06)

     REPORTER'S ARTICLE about her experience in my Beginner's class!
    (FLS 10/01)

    FORMER STUDENTS who've become professionals, including local bellydancers Adara Janaani and Kiyaana!

    Anthea's Code of Conduct | Ethics and Standard Practises in Bellydance

    Anthea's article in the Gilded Serpent (thinking of teaching bellydance?)
    Zi'ah Ali of Awalim said this about Anthea's teaching:
    "She...has been very instrumental in teaching me how to break away from standard 1,2,3,4 (combination) construction.
    From the few workshops we've been able to take with her, it has opened our minds to the myriad of possibilities on where to place accents and how to build crescendo into a little combo....(hers) were some of the few combos that fit right underneath the advanced zil (finger cymbal) rhythms we were learning...."
    		 A judge on the Certification board remarked:
    "Your portfolio is highly impressive and your dancing and demeanor are professional.  I am recommending that you be certified. Congratulations!  Between the DVD and the written information you sent, you demonstrate a great deal of knowledge of Middle Eastern Dance in its various forms.  From Raks Sharqi to Tribal Fusion to zills, veils, sword and cane it is obvious that you know your material very well and that you have an excellent ability to communicate this to your students."
    Zitana (Richmond VA teacher), said this about Kawakib's students:
    "Just wanted to let you know that four of your students were at our last workshop.  They all danced beautifully and did a wonderful job of keeping up with the instructor.  When I was watching....their movements were very concise, and it was clear that they were receiving excellent instruction!"
    BELLYDANCE PERFORMANCES, EVENTS, CLASSES in Fredericksburg Virginia
    • NEXT BELLY DANCE CLASSES start July 1, 7, 2010. See Class Page for info on all beginner and intermediate bellydance classes at Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation Community Center.
    • DRUM SESSION - No drum session in July! See updates below...
    • Anthea's Annual Student Bellydance Recital: MidSummer Magic Sunday July 18, 2010
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    • Local Belly Dance EVENTS Page - seminars, shows, and special events in town and within 2 - 3 hours travel of Fredericksburg Virginia 22401.
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    Mid-eastern Drumming
    Rhythm and Percussion Sessions
          Drum Session is usually on the fourth Saturday at 12 pm,
    Central Rappahannock Regional Library: 1201 Caroline Street,
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

    No Drum Session in July; see you next time!
    (Check back here for updates)

    We usually get together in meeting room 2 (in the Atrium annex
    where the theatre is). Newcomers are always welcome!
    Free but donations are accepted and appreciated.

    Bring your instrument, even djembes will work; limited loaners available.
         You'll learn how to play traditional Middle Eastern bellydance rhythms
    on dumbeks, or other authentic percussion instruments.

    		Drum Dance and Percussion Group
    Middle East Percussion and Dance Ensemble
    Directed by Kawakib
    May, 2000 Benefit Performance, Walker-Grant Middle School
    Go here for more Drum LINKS
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