Catch Belynda Azhaar, a professional Performing Artist with more than 20 years experience in TV, stage, and screen productions in KL this June! She will be conducting a total of 4.5 hours workshops at KLPAC on Saturday, 12th June, 2010. Certificates will be presented to those who participate in BOTH workshops. Details follows.

Details

Date: Saturday, 12 June 2010
Venue: Studio 5, Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC), Sentul West, Jalan Stratchan, Off Jalan Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Workshop 1 - POP Combinations

Time: 11am - 1pm
Fee: RM100

I received a new update from Susan of Praise Fitness and Dance Studio that no finger food will be served on the coming Queen of the Desert Night Charity hafla. This is due to the high charges imposed by the hotel on the snacks.

Therefore, to all guests of the night, please remember to take dinner prior to the event, so that, your tummy won't be drumming when you're watching the show. Leave the drumming to the music that will be played that night!

Karen Madrid is back in Sg Petani, Kedah to conduct another 2 workshops on the 1st November at Praise Dance & Fitness Studio. This energetic dancer will conduct another 2 series of workshops targeting both Beginner and Intermediate to Advance level on the Sunday after the Charity Hafla, Queen of the Desert Night on the 31st October. For Karen Madrid fans, do not miss this opportunity to learn from her up close.

Sahara, a mentor to our energetic and one of Malaysia's current local favourite, Karen Madrid is coming to Malaysia to conduct a 2 days workshops in Kuala Lumpur for the first time. Time to get your hip scarves ready in November for this not to miss event.

About Sahara

Sahara of Lebanese origin has been a professional dancer since the year 2000. With a career that has spanned over 8 years her career has taken her to Mexico, New Zealand, Australia and most recently Malaysia.
An aspect of Sahara is her ability to interpret and improvisational skills. Sahara has been featured on many TV programs through Australia and Mexico and has gained her a reputation for being one of Sydney’s most popular dancers and teacher. Sahara has a unique and energetic style which would leave audiences in awe.
Sahara's father Jamil was one of the most prominent musicians in the Arabic scene in Australia. Growing up with her father Sahara has a very keen ear and can interpret any Arabic rhythm or music brought to her especially with live musicians. One of Sahara's trademarks is her challenging and wow techniques which would enthrall any audience. Sahara is an advocate of Middle Eastern dance and is always teaching respect for the culture in which the dance represents.

There will be a new belly dance charity event coming to town this October. This time it is held up North of Malaysia in Sungai Petani, Kedah. I noticed that there are many charity events being organized, this year. Bravo to all!

Nath Keo is coming back to Penang for another round of hafla and workshops organized by Zero Fitness Dance Studio early September.

Details follows.

Inspirational Hafla with Nath Keo

Date: Saturday, 5th September 2009
Time: 8:00 pm
Venue: Tanjung Bungah Hotel, Refflesia Ballroom, 6th floor
Tix: RM30/pax
(Pay only RM25 for early bird price before 5th August, 2009)

Workshops

Oriental Bliss - RM120
Sunday, 6th September, 2009 @ 2pm - 5pm
Nath Keo is known for his sense of musicality. In this workshop you will learn to hear the difference phrases for interpreting Rak Sharki music for dance. Dancing to the music is more than just following the rhythms. Included in this workshop will also be a short choreography.

Celebrity Fitness is organizing an Arabian Charity Night at their studio in Gurney Plaza on Sunday, the 21st June (a Father's day weekend). Their VIP performer for that night is none other than, Ms. Percy Yeoh from Mystical Moves, KL. Percy will also conduct a 2.5 hour workshop during the day before the party from 2pm to 4.30pm.

Details follows:

Workshop: The Secret of Ancient Egyptian Dance (opens to 30 pax only)
Date: Sunday, 21 June 2009
Time: 2pm - 4.30pm
Venue: Celebrity Fitness, 7th Floor Gurney Plaza, Penang.
Fees: RM100nett, Celebrity members get 20% off
Registration Deadline: 18 June 2009

Dinner and Dance: Arabian Charity Nite 09
Date: Sunday, 21 June 2009
Time: 6.30pm SHARP
Venue: Celebrity Fitness, 7th Floor Gurney Plaza, Penang.
Beneficiary: Majlis Kebajikan Wanita Pulau Pinang
Program: Dinner, Dance, Performances & Games
Ticket Price: RM20 nett
Registration Deadline: 18 June 2009

For registration and enquiries, please contact 04-2228000 or email to [email protected]

Paola Blanton is coming back to Malaysia for workshops at YMCA, Penang on the weekends of June 27 and 28.

Workshops

Saturday, 27 June 2009
(11am - 1pm) Egyptian Pop Techniques (Beginner/Intermediate) - RM120
(2pm - 4pm) Egyptian Pop Choreography (Beginner/Intermediate) - RM120

Easy to learn steps taught by a Master Instructor bring you the joy and fun of Modern Egyptian Belly Dance in a short, upbeat number! Special touches in the choreography bring a polished confidence to the dancer. Learn to arrange the basic Belly Dance vocabulary with stunning turns and poses for a breathtaking dance routine.

Sunday, 28 June 2009
(11am - 1pm) Gypsy Style Techniques (Intermediate/Advance) - RM120