| OUR BOUTIQUE OFFERS: Bellydance costumes and accessories; handcrafted jewelry and perfume oils; imported giftwares; books, CDs and DVDs; musical instruments; herbal beauty products; teas and spices; amulets, potions, and dream pillows; Bohemian and Renaissance garb... and much more to enchant the Gypsy spirit! OUR STUDIO OFFERS: Bellydance classes, workshops, and performances; Middle Eastern music and drumming instruction; Haflas (Middle Eastern dance parties); Goddess-themed and psychic events; and many other intriguing happenings. OUR SUMMER HOURS for 2010: Tues, Weds, Thurs: 3-9pm Fri & Sat: By Appointment Weeknight classes begin at 7pm Weekend event times as announced PLEASE NOTE: Our hours are subject to change according to our event schedule, holidays, and other factors. Please call ahead to ensure that we are open on any given date, or to schedule an appointment. Cancellation notices due to inclement weather will be posted on our Facebook page. Thank you for dancing and shopping with us! |
| Hello All, and Welcome to our Summer Session of classes at The Dancing Gypsy! New this semester: all weeknight classes are 1.5 hours long, so you can get the most out of your dance experience. Also, beginners are recommended to take Sabrina's Veil class on Wednesdays, as it is a mixed level class and will give the most benefit to beginners. Classes cost $15/ea when prepaid for the semester ($90 for 6 weeks). Drop-in rate is $18 per class. Please see *NOTES* below for more details on registration... hope you can shimmy with us soon! Gypsy Fusion Bellydance: Intermediate Level with Dina, Tuesdays 7-8:30pm This fun class teaches the whole spectrum of Dina’s particular brand of Gypsy Style Bellydance, which includes elements of Turkish Romany, American Tribal, Spanish Flamenco, Folkloric Dance, and Cabaret Fusion Bellydance. The first half hour of class will focus on the art of zill (finger cymbal) playing, including various rhythms, speeds, and patterns. The second half hour of class will include stretching, warmups, and bellydance drills, plus movement vocabulary that is essential to learning our Gypsy Fusion choreographies. The last half hour of class focuses on choreographies, skirt work, the use of gestures, theatrical characterization, and other important aspects of performance. We’ll dance to many exciting world music flavors, including Greek, Turkish, Spanish, African, Arabic, Indian, Romany/Gypsy, and Modern Fusion. Performance opportunities (optional) will be offered at our student recital in July. Please bring zills and a long, full, Gypsy style skirt to each class. Previous bellydance experience *is* required; if you know the basics and are ready for more, then come join us for this unique and passionate style of dance! American Cabaret: A Veil Choreography with Sabrina, Wednesdays 7-8:30pm Sabrina says: "Soft, feminine, airy, floating, pale, light, pleasant, spring, pastel, pink and white. These are the words that come to mind when thinking about the choreography I am about to teach you in my next series of classes at The Dancing Gypsy. This is an original Sabrina choreography, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!" If you have been looking for ways to improve your veil skills, then Sabrina's award-winning choreographies are definitely for you. Learn to float the veil as you never have done before, with extreme grace and a sense of theatrical drama. Class is mixed level; beginners and intermediates are welcome. The music used will be "Sadikni" by Jehan Kamal, Youssef Kassab, Taala Taal Belly Dance. Please wear yoga or workout attire, a hip scarf, and bring a veil. (Veils will be available for purchase in the shop as well.) * NOTES* : Pre-registration is required for all classes. All fees are due the first day of class, with checks made payable to each teacher. Cost is $90 for 6 weeks - each class is 1.5 hours for $15. Drop- in rate is $18 per class. Classes are open to adults of all ages (18+), and all body types. However, students will assume any risks inherent in taking an exercise class, and should choose the class that best fits their skill level and physical abilities. Class fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. We hope to give you the best dance experience possible through these policies. TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES, PLEASE EMAIL dina@thedancinggypsy.com OR CALL 508-885-3639 Let's shimmy together soon! ALSO NOTE: STUDIO RENTALS ARE AVAILABLE FOR DANCE TEACHERS, TROUPES, AND OTHERS LOOKING FOR CLASS, REHEARSAL, OR EVENT SPACE! FEE IS $25/HR. EMAIL DINA FOR MORE INFORMATION. For info about upcoming events, please see our CALENDAR page! |
| THE DANCING GYPSY BOUTIQUE AND STUDIO Bellydance, Music, Magic, and More! |
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| SUMMER SESSION: JUNE 22-JULY 30 |
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| Other Bellydance Offerings: Parties and Performances |
Looking for unique entertainment at your next CORPORATE EVENT, FESTIVAL, CONCERT, WEDDING, or FAMILY PARTY? Hire Dina of The Dancing Gypsy! Dina is available to perform her special bellydance routine at private or public functions. Her lively, engaging, and energetic shows entertain audiences of all ages, and her sword-balancing act is not to be missed. Her resume includes weddings, Red Hat parties, rock concerts, Renaissance faires, restaurants, nightclubs, theatres, Middle Eastern haflas, and many other venues. With 10+ years of bellydance performance experience, Dina knows how to charm any crowd, anywhere in size from a small living room to a 10,000-seat concert hall... see our ABOUT page for Dina's full resume. Please note that Dina does family-friendly events only; no inquiries for all male or bachelor parties will be accepted. PRICE SCHEDULE: 10 min show = $100 15 min show = $150 20 min show = $200 25 min show = $250 Looking for a specially-themed GIRLS NIGHT OUT or BACHELORETTE PARTY? Try Bellydance with The Dancing Gypsy! We can accommodate you at our studio in Spencer, or at your own home or workplace. Dina will provide a short performance, plus an hour-long bellydance lesson, and some jingly accessories to make all the guests feel special. Bellydance is an art form that helps to uplift the female spirit, while gently toning the body in a sensual and expressive way. You don't have to be a trained dancer for bellydance to benefit you ~ it's fun for ALL WOMEN, regardless of experience, and for all ages from teens to seniors! Different packages are available at various rates. Private/semiprivate bellydance lessons (up to 5 people) cost $50/hour; email dina@thedancinggypsy.com for more info. |
| Dina performs at Mohegan Sun with Jethro Tull, at left, and does her well-known sword routine at a recent hafla, above. |
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| [See more lovely photos on our PHOTOS page.] |