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Bellydance Courses

TEREZKA'S DANCE CLASS WITH LIVE MUSIC
Held Monthly with Sydney's Top 5 Arabic Musicians

Monday

2 June

6-7.30pm

Intermediate/Advanced

Tuesday

10 June

5.45-7pm

Continuing Beginners/Beyond Beginners

Intermediate/Advanced students $22
Spectators $10

NEW 6 WEEK BEGINNERS BELLYDANCE COURSES!
$99 include gst

Tuesday

17 June

6-7pm

Nancy

Monday

14 June

6-7pm

Ishvari

Beyond/Beginners Intermediate
Weekly Class

Tuesdays

5.45-7pm

Terezka

$15 casual or $108 * 8 class pass

Intermediate/Advanced
Weekly Class

Monday evenings

6-7.15pm

Terezka

Technique, 'Spirit in Movement' Performance Skills
$15 casual or $108 * 8 class pass

Drumming Courses

Arabic/Turkish/Persian Drumming with Michael Graf - Tel: 0410 199 031

Arabic Drumming:

Intermediate

Saturday

10-11.00am

Arabic Drumming:

Beginners

Saturday

11-12noon

$20 per class or $70 per month
If you are a beginner and do not have a drum you can hire a tabla for $5

Up & Coming Events

THE COLOURS OF INDIA - A PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
Featuring the works of photographer: Shari Veitch

4 July 2008, Friday: 5 - 9pm
5 July 2008, Saturday: 5 - 8pm
6 July 2008, Sunday: 10 - 4pm

The exhibition will be accompanied by ghazals, Indian music, Indian classical & modern dance fused with bellydance.

On Terezka and Prakash's recently hosted journey to India, Shari Veitch captured on film India's many layers of mysticism, colour, history & unique cultures.

If you have always thought of visiting India, visit the exhibition and if interested in next years journey to Exotic Enchanting Royal Romanatic Rajasthan/India 10-24 October 2009, Terezka and Prakash will fill you in with this incredible journey of a lifetime.

Sharis works can be purchased with a percentage going to our schools charity 'Smile to a Child'

Level 1, 161 Castlereagh St, Sydney CBD

DRUM WORKSHOPS WITH TABLA MASTER FROM PARIS, NASSER SELIMI
30 August 2008, Saturday

11 - 1pm Morning session
3 - 5pm Continuing afternoon session

Nasser Selimi currently visiting Australia from Paris has worked with many great international artists over the years including Shirley Bassey, Gloria Gaynor and Alabina, and has also performed at the Moulin Rouge, France.

Working continuously as a session musician, Nasser has made audio recordings with Gypsy Kings, Khaled, Alabina and Chebba Zahouania. He has recorded 11 CDs with Jamal Allam, currently one of the world’s leading Arabic singers.

Nasser currently teaches master classes in Jazz and Latin percussion and Oriental Rhythms at both Puteaux Music School in Paris and I.A.C.P. in France.

Level 1, 161 Castlereagh St, Sydney CBD
Contact Terezka,terezka@danseorientale.com.au or 0411 045877 for further information & bookings

 

3rd ANNUAL BELLYDANCE SPRING BALL
20 September 2008, Saturday

Last year we raised $6,010 which provided ongoing education, food & clothing for the twelve children we sponsor. Look at photographs from this Ball at www.westen.com.au .

Watch a lovely clip from the 2006 Spring Ball: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixWJF5nyiVw

More information on 2008 Spring Ball to come...

SMILE TO A CHILD - SUPPORT A CHILD - MAKE THEIR FUTURE SMILE. This charity supports children living in poverty in India, Africa and Nepal.

MASSIVE BELLYDANCE BOUTIQUE COSTUMING SALE
4 October 2008, saturday 10-4pm

20-70% off EVERYTHING: Bellydance, cabaret & tribal costuming/ Indian antique sari collection/ jewellery/ hipscarves/ tribal/ veils/ books/ zills

City Dance Centre, 161 Castlereagh St, Sydney
(Behind Studio 2)

DON'T MISS THIS LOVELY OPPORTUNITY!

INNER DEVINE QUEEN WORKSHOP
22 June 2008, Sunday 10-4pm

Rose Bay (near Bondi Beach)

Learn ancient techniques to ‘Lighten up’ to increase love & light (feminine energy), creating harmony & joy from within. Embrace your individuality, sensuality & beauty (youthful glow). A guided journey of self discovery, through; Yoga, Belly Dance, Chanting, Guided Meditation & more. Allow yourself to release tension, clear your mind & trust your intuition.

BYO: Water bottle - light snacks provided (b.y.o special needs) (Optional Dress Up: Free flowing attire in your favourite colours & hip scarf – some dress ups provided)

RSVP: Esther 0406 340 609 or esther_schelvis@yahoo.com
Intro Gift Price: $40 each
Presenters: Esther & Sue Ellen

 

Tours & Retreats

Terezka offers a unique insight into exotic locations with her first hand personal experience, offered to small groups wishing to experience the culture, music, dance and spirituality of cultures steeped in their ancient past. These journeys take you on both an inner and outer journey. To find out more and have an itinerary emailed to you contact: terezkasworld@hotmail.com

REJUVENATION / YOGA & DANCE TOUR BALI
26 July - 4 August 2008: Discover the Secrets of Bali's Spirit - $1,399 plus airfare

Discover the secrets of the Balinese enduring happiness on this unqiue personal journey: Morning yoga sessions overlooking rice-paddies, daily chakra massages, bathe in Holy Springs, Hindu priestess auspicious blessing, meet wise spiritual masters of Bali, soak your soul in ancient tradititions, see sacred temple dancing, Master Bellydance teacher Terezkas 'Spirit in Movement' bellydance workshops that work deeply and profoundly. Experience a rare and precious world.

To view an itinarary email: terezkasworld@hotmail.com

SPIRIT OF PARIS/MOROCCO & Egypt
3 - 30 June 2009 - $4,250 plus airfare

A wow of a journey to three incredible places - firstly Gay Paris for 3 enchanting nights then direct to Fez, the Spiritual, Cultural and Handicraft centre of Morocco for its amazing Sacred Music Festival deep in the medina. Take camels at midnight deep into the red Saharan desert sleeping under the stars, Marrakech - the pearl of the south and Essaouira famed for its laid-back African feel, artists colony on the Atlantic ocean and trance festival.  We fly from Casablanca to Cairo where the pyramids, bazaars, nightlife, dance workshops await.  In upper egypt which borders on the Sudan we float down the Nile experiencing its timelessness with the Nubians and gypsy culture.  We are entertained by Musiciens du Nil on the banks of the Nile at sunset in a glorious show.  Egypts temples and tombs await us giving rise to a significant culture that we are still absorbing it greatness today.  This 3 and hlf week journey is a must for all LOVERS of Europe and the East.  $4,250 plus airfares. 

For an itinerary email: terezkasworld@hotmail.com

 

EXOTIC ENCHANTING ROYAL ROMANTIC RAJASTHAN/INDIA
10 -  24th OCTOBER 2009 - $2, 950 plus airfare

Our beautiful itinerary is now ready to view. Email terezkasworld@hotmail.com
This is a personal journey with Terezka and Prakash during 'Diwali' Indias 'Festival of Lights' honour the Goddess of wealth and abundance, Luxshmi.  Experience Rajasthans beauty and splendour in the worlds largest living desert, its incredible gypsy culture, its colour, ancient past, its mysticism, temples, layered culture staying in the most opulent of former palaces.

'Exotic Expressions' Bellydance Boutique

Costuming and unique accessories from India to Arabia

Check out our NEW STOCK recently arrived from Egypt & Spain


Great new BEGINNERS SPECIALS - check them out in the boutique!
  • 2 piece coin tops with matching hip belts or skirts
  • 5 piece chiffon 'Yasmina' bellydance sets
  • Indian vintage sari harem pants with matching vintage sari hip wrap
  • Funky 2 piece lycra beaded long pants with matching beaded tops
  • Beautiful crystal nylon half circle veils that float and catch the light

Our lovely boutique is spread over two rooms full of hipscarves, beginner student packages, indian vintage sari sets, finger cymbals, professional Egyptian costumes, tribal costuming, jewellery. Our prices are very reasonable and 10% of all your purchase goes to our charity 'Smile to a Child' supporting children living in poverty worldwide.

Opening hours

12:00 - 2:00pm

Monday - Friday

5.00-7.30pm

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

Contact us

Website:

www.danseorientale.com.au

Address:

City Dance Centre, 161 Castlereagh St, Sydney CBD

Phone:

(02) 9261 3137

Mobile:

0411 045877

Email:

terezka@danseorientale.com.au

Tours Email:

terezkasworld@hotmail.com