No Snow Day today! Class is on!
If you have questions,
just call 412-260-8432~!
See you tonight for
Level 1 @ 7:00 and
Level 1&2 Choreography @ 8:00
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
It's Cold Outside... Come Shimmy and Warm Up!...
* Friday, January 7th -- Shimmy Shop
* Sunday, January 16th -- Costuming Creation Station
* Friday, January 21st -- Elegance in Motion
Buy all three classes for $50, save $25!!
Regular Session Classes Begin February 4th!
* Level 1 Technique -- Tuesday 7:00-8:00
* Level 1-2 Drills, Combinations, Choreography -- Tuesday 8:00-9:00
* Mixed Level Focus --Turkish Style: All Levels -- Friday 7:00-8:00
* Level 3 Technique/Choregraphy -- 8:00-9:30
LEVEL 1 Technique: Foundations for Belly Dance
– Tuesdays 7:00-8:00--No Prerequisite, on-going classes... This is Part A (You can take A or B in any order)
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--Begins February 8th
-- 8 weeks--$85 for the session, register by January 31st
LEVEL 1-2 Drills, Combinations, Choreography – Tuesdays 8:00-9:00
--No Prerequisite, on-going classes-- A mix of combinations and choreography.
-- Great for dedicated beginners and returning students.
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--Begins February 8th -- 8 weeks--$85 for the session, register by January 31st
Mixed Level Focus --Turkish Style: All Levels - Fridays 7:00-8:00
We’ll work on the classics of Turkish Style, both Oriental and Romani.This is a great class for all dancers who want to add spice to their style!Although zills are NOT required, I will be using them for part of class.It is student preference to play, so please bring them if you like.
--Previous belly dance experience requested, on-going classes
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--Begins February 4th -- 8 weeks (NO CLASS on March 25th)
--$85 for the session, register by January 31st
LEVEL 3 Technique and Choreography (Troupe/Invitation) - Fridays 8:00-9:30
--Previous belly dance experience, on-going classes.
-- If you are new to class and interested in attending Level 3, please email me!
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
-- Begins February 4th -- 8 weeks (NO CLASS on March 25th)
--$85 for the session, register by January 31st
Take any two classes for $160!
Please email me to register. If you would like to PayPal your class registration, please send it to: lilgreendragyn@gmail.com. Please indicate that this is for class, and include your name and the class you are registering for! Thanks, and hope to see you there!
It's Cold Outside... Come Shimmy and Warm Up!...
* Friday, January 7th -- Shimmy Shop
* Sunday, January 16th -- Costuming Creation Station
* Friday, January 21st -- Elegance in Motion
Shimmy Shop - Friday, January 7th, 6:30-8:30
A great way to reenergize for 2011! Open to all levels, this workshop will focus on traditional hip and shoulder isolations, as well as rregional varieties from North Africa, Turkey and beyond. Utilizing all three dimensions, we'll work out the kinks to get through transitions and work on traveling shimmies as well. Cost of the workshop is $20 in advance, $25 at the door
Costuming Creation Station - Sunday, January 16th, 12:00-2:00
This is it! The workshop everyone has been waiting on...time to make it, rehab it, or reinvent it! The workshop will start with a mini lesson that will explore color, texture, form and function of great belly dance costumes. Each participant will then have an an opportunity to create a head piece, belt base, or work on your own project with careful guidance and creative coaching. Cost of the base workshop is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. If you would like to create your own belt base or head piece (cabaret, tribal or vintage), the cost of the supplies is an additional $15. This class is limited, so register soon!
Elegance in Motion - Friday, January 21st, 6:30-8:30
Graceful carriage is achieved through deliberate and controlled movement. Similar to popping and locking, elegrance is all in the timing of how muscles are contracted and released. In this workshop, we'll explore how to create line and shape in dance and how the best way to use your body to create those exquisite lines. We will emphasize traveling floor patterns, turns, with torso and arm isolations and extensions to enhance your natural grace. Cost of the workshop is $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
Buy all three classes for $50, save $25!!
Regular Session Classes Begin February 4th!
* Level 1 Technique -- Tuesday 7:00-8:00
* Level 1-2 Drills, Combinations, Choreography -- Tuesday 8:00-9:00
* Mixed Level Focus --Turkish Style: All Levels -- Friday 7:00-8:00
* Level 3 Technique/Choregraphy -- 8:00-9:30
LEVEL 1 Technique: Foundations for Belly Dance
– Tuesdays 7:00-8:00--No Prerequisite, on-going classes... This is Part A (You can take A or B in any order)
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--Begins February 8th
-- 8 weeks--$85 for the session, register by January 31st
LEVEL 1-2 Drills, Combinations, Choreography – Tuesdays 8:00-9:00
--No Prerequisite, on-going classes-- A mix of combinations and choreography.
-- Great for dedicated beginners and returning students.
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--Begins February 8th -- 8 weeks--$85 for the session, register by January 31st
Mixed Level Focus --Turkish Style: All Levels - Fridays 7:00-8:00
We’ll work on the classics of Turkish Style, both Oriental and Romani.This is a great class for all dancers who want to add spice to their style!Although zills are NOT required, I will be using them for part of class.It is student preference to play, so please bring them if you like.
--Previous belly dance experience requested, on-going classes
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--Begins February 4th -- 8 weeks (NO CLASS on March 25th)
--$85 for the session, register by January 31st
LEVEL 3 Technique and Choreography (Troupe/Invitation) - Fridays 8:00-9:30
--Previous belly dance experience, on-going classes.
-- If you are new to class and interested in attending Level 3, please email me!
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
-- Begins February 4th -- 8 weeks (NO CLASS on March 25th)
--$85 for the session, register by January 31st
Take any two classes for $160!
Please email me to register. If you would like to PayPal your class registration, please send it to: lilgreendragyn@gmail.com. Please indicate that this is for class, and include your name and the class you are registering for! Thanks, and hope to see you there!
Monday, December 20, 2010
Gypsy Cafe on New Years Eve
It's official! Kari Merlina of Sadiqa and I will be ringing in the New Year with our dear friends at Gypsy Cafe! www.gypsycafe.net
Two shows, with a great Mezze running from 9:00 to Midnight! Check the yumminess out!!
New Year’s Eve 2010 at Gypsy Café
Meze Menu
Seating for Mezze-style shared menu and bellydance beginning at 9PM;
Amuse
Dilled mushroom skewered with Kashkaval cheese
Cold Meze
Mixed herbed olives, feta cheese, white anchovy, muhammara
Salad
Bulghur salad with chickpea and chopped vegetables with olive oil and lemon
Hot Meze
Aromatic Spice-Rubbed Lamb, Cevapi or Greek meatballs, Bulgarian cheese-stuffed red peppers
Or
Vegetarian: Syrian Hummus with caramelized onion and pinenuts,
Bulgarian cheese-stuffed red peppers, Croatian Radish Dip
Dessert
Baklava
Champagne Toast for guests assembled at Midnight
$40/person
Tax and gratuity are not included.
Two shows, with a great Mezze running from 9:00 to Midnight! Check the yumminess out!!
New Year’s Eve 2010 at Gypsy Café
Meze Menu
Seating for Mezze-style shared menu and bellydance beginning at 9PM;
Amuse
Dilled mushroom skewered with Kashkaval cheese
Cold Meze
Mixed herbed olives, feta cheese, white anchovy, muhammara
Salad
Bulghur salad with chickpea and chopped vegetables with olive oil and lemon
Hot Meze
Aromatic Spice-Rubbed Lamb, Cevapi or Greek meatballs, Bulgarian cheese-stuffed red peppers
Or
Vegetarian: Syrian Hummus with caramelized onion and pinenuts,
Bulgarian cheese-stuffed red peppers, Croatian Radish Dip
Dessert
Baklava
Champagne Toast for guests assembled at Midnight
$40/person
Tax and gratuity are not included.
Monday, October 4, 2010
What's upcoming....
New Classes beginning on October 29th!
Friday classes are held @ Bodiography in Squirrel Hill
5824 Forbes Ave., 3rd Floor:
- All classes need 6 registered students to be held.
- Drop In’s are welcome for 7:30 class at $12
- All classes run October 29th through December 10th (No Class November 26th)
One session is $65 (6 classes), two sessions (12 classes) for $120! You may "mix and match" a session pass for all of the classes.
· LEVEL 1: Foundations for Belly Dance - Friday 6:30-7:30
· Mixed Level Technique and Drills: All Levels - Friday 7:30-8:30
· Level 3 Technique (Troupe/Invitation) - Friday 8:30-9:30
If you are new to class and interested in attending Level 3, please email me!
COMMUNITY NEWS
On October 30th at the Wilson Community Center
in Regent Square...it's an annual tradition
Don't forget the Khafif Halloween Hafla!
Sherena Workshop and Gala Show Weekend November 6th
http://www.westofcairo.com/workshop.htmlASHARAH will also be in town for a weekend of Pops and Locks of
Tribal Fusion on December 6th
hosted by Bellie Beautiez
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Workshop Details
** Drillz and Zillz Workshop: September 12th 1:00 - 4:30 pm ... $25 Adv., $30Door
Drills "I like to MOVE IT-MOVE IT" with Patrice...Give your brain and body a workout during this stretch, strengthen and conditioning class. Technique drills will draw from modern, ballet and jazz, as well as bellydance with a focus on traveling across the floor. Please bring a yoga mat, water and comfortable clothing. Although modern, ballet or jazz training is not a pre-requisite for this class, some previous bellydance experience is recommended.
Zills, Sagat or Finger Cymbals! Come learn and drill finger cymbal patterns and figure the magic accents in the music! We'll explore how to use musical accents in your dance and how the zills can bring them to life. We will go over some finger cymbal technique and practical drills and use these instruments in our dance. I will also teach a pattern for a popular song...Some loaner pairs will be available, but are limited, so please let me know when you register!
To register....Paypal and email to: lilgreendragyn@gmail.com
or
Monday, July 26, 2010
August Class Announcement
Hello!!!
Two other dates to note, August 27th is a field trip to the REX theatre for live music and dance show...If you are a Friday student, you're ticket price is included. Also *Tuesday October 12th is Dress Rehearsal for all students performing at Shimmy.
LEVEL 1 Technique: Foundations for Belly Dance - Tuesday 7:00-8:00
--No Prerequisite, on-going classes... This is Part A (You can take A or B in any order)
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--August 17th - October 19th -- 8 weeks (NO CLASS 9/21 and 10/12)
--$85 for the session, register by August 15th
LEVEL 2 Technique: Drills and Choreography for Belly Dance - Tuesday 8:15-9:15
--Must have taken Level 1 both A and B sessions or have previous experience
--We will be using zills (finger cymbals) for part of class
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--August 17th - October 19th -- 8 weeks (NO CLASS 9/21, Rehearsal 10/12 at 8:00)
--$85 for the session, register by August 15th
MIXED LEVEL Technique and Drills: All Levels - Fridays 7:00-8:00
--Previous belly dance experience requested, on-going classes
-- Power Shimmy format... You will work!!
--We will be using zills (finger cymbals) for part of class
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--August 20th - October 22nd -- 8 weeks (8/27 is a field trip...it is included in your class fee... NO CLASS 9/24 and 10/15).
--$85 for the session, register by August 15th, $12 Drop-ins
LEVEL 3 Technique and Choreography (Troupe/Invitation) - Fridays 8:15-9:15
--Previous belly dance experience, on-going classes
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--August 20th - October 22nd -- 8 weeks (8/27 is a field trip...it is included in your class fee... NO CLASS 9/24 and 10/15... Rehearsal TUESDAY 10/12 @ 7:00).
--$85 for the session, register by August 15th
Little Shimmy @ Bodiography Dance Studio
For the most up-to-date Class Info check the Google Calendar: www.littleshimmy.com/classes
Tuesday classes beginning on August 17th, Friday classes on August 20th.
Classes will be held at the Bodiography Studio in Squirrel Hill.
5824 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh 15217. Class times are adjusting a bit, and there will be a pricing discount (Yay!) One session is $85, two session classes for $160! Drop-In's are welcome at $12.
Two other dates to note, August 27th is a field trip to the REX theatre for live music and dance show...If you are a Friday student, you're ticket price is included. Also *Tuesday October 12th is Dress Rehearsal for all students performing at Shimmy.
LEVEL 1 Technique: Foundations for Belly Dance - Tuesday 7:00-8:00
--No Prerequisite, on-going classes... This is Part A (You can take A or B in any order)
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--August 17th - October 19th -- 8 weeks (NO CLASS 9/21 and 10/12)
--$85 for the session, register by August 15th
LEVEL 2 Technique: Drills and Choreography for Belly Dance - Tuesday 8:15-9:15
--Must have taken Level 1 both A and B sessions or have previous experience
--We will be using zills (finger cymbals) for part of class
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--August 17th - October 19th -- 8 weeks (NO CLASS 9/21, Rehearsal 10/12 at 8:00)
--$85 for the session, register by August 15th
MIXED LEVEL Technique and Drills: All Levels - Fridays 7:00-8:00
--Previous belly dance experience requested, on-going classes
-- Power Shimmy format... You will work!!
--We will be using zills (finger cymbals) for part of class
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--August 20th - October 22nd -- 8 weeks (8/27 is a field trip...it is included in your class fee... NO CLASS 9/24 and 10/15).
--$85 for the session, register by August 15th, $12 Drop-ins
LEVEL 3 Technique and Choreography (Troupe/Invitation) - Fridays 8:15-9:15
--Previous belly dance experience, on-going classes
--Bodiography Studio 5824 Forbes Ave. Sq. Hill
--August 20th - October 22nd -- 8 weeks (8/27 is a field trip...it is included in your class fee... NO CLASS 9/24 and 10/15... Rehearsal TUESDAY 10/12 @ 7:00).
--$85 for the session, register by August 15th
Take any two classes for $160!
Please email me to register. If you would like to PayPal your class registration, please send it to: lilgreendragyn@yahoo.com. Please indicate that this is for class, and include your name and the class you are registering for! Thanks, and hope to see you there!
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Summer Workshops with Berna
*** Specialty Workshops!!! ***
** THE FINISHING TOUCHES: June 19th 2:00-5:30pm…. $25 Advance, $30 Door
Make-Up
"It's All In The Eyes" with Patrice. Step-by-step demonstration to achieving a flawless face with a strong emphasis on the eyes for both stage and intimate venues. Basic make up techniques will be covered, including tips-and-tricks for an effortless application, essentials for your dancer emergency kit, and a SURPRISE give-away for one lucky workshop participant!!! Attendees are encouraged to bring make up items that they have questions concerning specific uses, application, etc. Please bring a notebook and a pen, because a lot of information will be covered in a short amount of time.
Costuming
Focusing on basic items for both Tribal and Cabaret Style! Learn about pants, skirts, bras and belts...plus accessories! Berna is an award-winning costumer with over 15 years of dabbling in the costume arts! This is a great workshop to leran tips and technique, styling, fit and flair for beginners and experienced sewers. Berna will share some of her original patterns...this is not to be missed!
** Drillz and Zillz Workshop: September 12th 1:00 - 4:30 pm ... $25 Adv., $30Door
Drills "I like to MOVE IT-MOVE IT" with Patrice...Give your brain and body a workout during this stretch, strengthen and conditioning class. Technique drills will draw from modern, ballet and jazz, as well as bellydance with a focus on traveling across the floor. Please bring a yoga mat, water and comfortable clothing. Although modern, ballet or jazz training is not a pre-requisite for this class, some previous bellydance experience is recommended.
Zills, Sagat or Finger Cymbals! Come learn and drill finger cymbal patterns and figure the magic accents in the music! We'll explore how to use musical accents in your dance and how the zills can bring them to life. We will go over some finger cymbal technique and practical drills and use these instruments in our dance. I will also teach a pattern for a popular song...Some loaner pairs will be available, but are limited, so please let me know when you register!
To register....Paypal and email to: lilgreendragyn@gmail.com
or
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