The classes are asked for input when selecting a dance for the end-of-session recital, and we have some interesting choices that I want to make sure you know about, incase you were still humming and hawing about which class to join. You can still get the low session price, by making up the extra two classes with a couple visits to the Technique Workout class.

Mondays 6:30pm : Returning Beginners
This class will be working on a drum solo! Always a favorite in shows, drum solos are a great chance to work on precision and timing.

Tuesdays 8:00pm : Returning Beginners
"Happy!" is the theme of this class. We'll work on an upbeat choreography with a focus on graceful turns and snappy accents.

Wednesdays 5:00pm : Folklore Tour
We have one more swinging week of Khaliji coming up, then on January 31st we start with Baladi, February 21st is Saidi, March 14th we wrap up the session with Tunisian. We focus on each style for 3 weeks. You can take just one style for only $50.

Thursdays 5:00pm : Returning Beginners
This class was in a mood for the slow, gooey side of the dance, so we'll be exploring the possibilities of the chiftitelli rhythm, and will be performing live with the drumming class.

Thursdays 8:00pm : Intermediate
I'm really excited about this class, they have decided to focus the entire class and performance on the Khaliji dance. We'll be dancing to the sublimely beautiful music of Nasr Musa and Souhail Kaspar.

Four Bar Combos
I've had lots of questions about these classes, so here's the idea... It's a class designed for mixed levels. We take 16 beats of music and work on a combo of a minimum of 4 moves to be performed in that time. We'll practice the combos with different songs, so you can learn how they can be adapted to various situtations. Learning combos is a great way to drill technique, but also gives you structures on which you can build improvised performances. We've decided to only run the Saturday noon time-slot for these. Drop-ins are welcome, just email by 10am Saturday to let us know you're coming.

Khizmet is bringing our great friend Valizan for a great afternoon of tribal style bellydance. Tribal style is originally a group improvised style of bellydance, with precise technique and a joyous feeling of connection with fellow dancers.
Haft Vadi / Khizmet Bellydance Student Recital
Khizmet Bellydance and Haft Vadi are now sister schools with harmonized schedules, and we will continue to hold joint recitals at least twice a year. There will be a recital at the end of March, exact time and place to be announced.

I can't say enough good things about this dancer! The first time I saw him perform, or even heard of him for that matter, was at the Tito show sponsored by Arabesque last winter. My jaw was on the floor the whole time. His timing, drama, technique, musical interpretation, expression, connection with the audience, everything, were just perfect. He's one of my top 5 favorite dancers, and not "for a guy." He's up there with Fifi, I'm telling you. Hannan is offering the workshop with him at a great reasonable price, and limiting numbers so you'll actually be able to learn at the workshop. Plus, I hear he's a party animal, so a good time is guaranteed. Don't miss it!!

Khizmet Bellydance and Haft Vadi are now sister schools with harmonized schedules, and we will continue to hold joint recitals at least twice a year. There will be a recital at the end of March, exact time and place to be announced.

Bellydance, Egyptian Folkdance, and LIVE Arabic Music
Hannan's Bellydance Studio Presents Cairo by Night Beautiful Live Arabic Music and Gorgeous Bellydance Performances starring Hannan Sultan and guest artists.
Starts Feb. 3 at Prince of Egypt on the Danforth.

Dance, dine, and enjoy professional bellydance performances in a fun, exotic, and friendly atmosphere. A perfect night out with friends and fellow dance enthusiasts!

Every Saturday Evening starting Feburary 3rd- Show starts at 9pm - $10 door - Prince of Egypt - reservations recommended 416-463-2228 - 135 Danforth Ave. - Prixe Fixe Available - BYOB - No show on Feb. 10th Featured artists on Feb. 3rd: Nada Krysko and Hannan Sultan

Yasmina Ramzy, founder and artistic director of Arabesque Academy and Dance Company, has a history of making highly significant contributions to the world of bellydance and elevating its image in the eyes of the mainstream dance world. She's outdoing herself yet again with this ambitious project, coming straight from the heart. Go to the whole thing, you won't regret a minute. (New dancers, this means you, these events don't happen all the time!)

Dance Workshops
Sixteen two-hour workshops with star instructors.

Lectures and Panel Discussions
Lectures, Films and Panel Discussions with renouned Bellydance personalities on a wide variety of topics and timely issues concerning today's Bellydancer.

Saturday Gala Performance
A two-hour performance to an audience of 1200 starring the featured instructors.

Main Stage Performances
Main Stage featuring 16 Solos/Duets and 16 Ensembles all chosen for their artistic merit performing in 2 two-hour performances to an audience of 500 each night.

Open Stage
Eight 90-minute afternoon performances featuring 48 Solos/Duets and 48 Ensembles chosen by lottery.

Vendor Bazaar
Shop from vendors to find that special Bellydance item you have been looking for.

Welcome & Goodbye Parties
Dance to Live Arabic music, eat, drink and be merry!

Extras
Dumbek classes, Arabic Music Comprehension classes, free youth and senior citizen's classes with international instructors, free food and refreshments all day long.