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Oriental dance, or as it is more popularly called, belly dance, has developed a lot in recent decades, and has turned from a folk dance into an artistic dance that is increasingly present on stages and festivals in Israel and around the world. The Belly Dance Center offers dance workshops as well as a unique show. Being different from classical ballet and modern dance, in its movement language and cultural context, the encounter with this style can greatly enrich students majoring in dance as well as professional dancers who specialize in other dance styles.
The workshops can be tailored according to the composition and level of the group. All the workshops are led by Sagit Elmaliach, choreographer and teacher of oriental dance for over 30 years, director of the Belly Dance Center.
It is possible to book a dance workshop or show, combine several workshops and even a show in one concentrated day, or book several sessions.
Basic workshop – Introduction to belly dance
A workshop in which participants will learn the basic technique of belly dance, basic movements and combinations. The participants will experience the different dance styles from the traditional and folkloric to the more modern, which is influenced by the western dance styles, and will also experience dancing with various accessories such as a malaya, stick, scarf and sagats (zills). The workshop is delivered with reference to the Arab-Muslim cultural context in which the dance developed and to Arabic music and its characteristics.
Duration of the workshop: two-three hours.
Choreography workshop
A workshop in which participants will learn a belly dance choreography. The choreography is tailored to the composition and level of the group. Also, an explanation of the process of building a choreography in belly dance can be incorporated into the workshop.
Duration of the workshop: two-three hours.
A lecture on the history of oriental dance and its development from folk dance to artistic dance which continues to develop even nowadays with the appearance of new styles. The lecture is accompanied by a video screening.
Duration of the workshop: an hour and a half.
“The Colors of Belly dance” show
Sagit Elmaliach’s rich experience in the field of belly dance and her academic studies in the field of Islam and the Middle East contributed to the creation of this unique show, which presents the audience with the various styles of this dance, from the traditional (baladi) to the modern (sharki), against the background of the classics as well as contemporary Arabic music. The dances are accompanied by explanations about the history of oriental dance and its development over the years. Through the dances and explanations, the audience also learns about Arab Muslim culture, customs, the status of men and women in Arab society and more.
Duration: an hour.
To book a belly dance performance and/or dance workshop, dial 052-2875709 or leave a message.
