Please indicate which workshops you’d like to take by placing a check mark in the space provided at each time slot
(See class list below)

Class fees due upon registration

Prices per class are specified below. Discounts of $3.00 per class, granted to individual students who register for two or more workshops in advance.

Qty: ______ x $25.00 = $ _____________

Qty: ______ x $20.00 = $ _____________

Discounts: ______ x $3.00 = $ <___________>

Total Enclosed: $ ______________

? Sorry, no refunds.

I hereby and forever release and hold harmless Jennifer Perkins, all of the above-mentioned Instructors, Unity of Bellevue and all its workers from any and all liability for loss or injury incurred in association with the workshops scheduled May 20, 2006:

Please Sign: _____________________________ Date: ______________________

Please make checks payable to:

Jennifer Perkins [Event sponsor]
15216 NE 16th Pl. #38
Bellevue, WA 98007

Outdoor Festival Venue

PERFORMANCES

May 20, 2006
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Crossroads International Park
16000 NE 8th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008

DAME Fest – created, sponsored, and presented by:

DAKINI
Bellevue, WA
Phone: (425) 643-7703
Email: dakini_dame@hotmail.com

In partnership with the City of Bellevue,
Parks & Community Services

www.DAMEfest.net

DAMEFest
Bellevue’s First Annual Dance And Music Exchange
May 20, 2006

Workshop Guide
&
Registration Form

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS:

Zanbaka
Zanbaka's instruction focuses on a strong foundation in technique and a variety of belly dance genres ranging from traditional folkloric and oriental to more modern styles such as tribal and world fusion. Her vision of dance is a balance between the old and the new, tradition and innovation. Zanbaka is an accomplished soloist, choreographer, one of the founding members of Raqs Halim Dance Ensemble, as well as a dancer with Rubina Carmona’s La Pena Flamenca de Seattle.
Go to www.zanbaka.com for more information.

Arturo Rodriguez
Coming from a musically infused childhood, the ever-versatile Arturo Rodriguez shares his passion for percussion with the Pacific Northwest and beyond. An accomplished musician, author, and teacher, Rodriguez has performed worldwide, sharing the stage with music legends that include Tito Puente, Dave Valentin, Paul Horn, and Pete Escovedo. Web sites to check out:
www.arturorodriguez.com, www.interact-learn.com.

Subhashini Santhanam
Subha has trained in multiple styles of Bharatanatyam, including: Kalakshetra, Pandanallur, and Vazhavoor. Subha moved to the Seattle area from India in 2000 and has since started her east side dance school, “From Within”. Subha describes her teaching as a small way to help bring joy and peace to her audiences, students, co-artists and dance school parents.
See www.spaces.msn.com/fromwithin for more details.

Aleili
Director of the Middle Eastern dance company, “Veils of the Nile”, Aleili currently teaches weekly classes at the Yoga Barn in Issaquah, South Bellevue Community Center and the Si View Community Center in North Bend, as well as conducts private classes and workshops throughout the Seattle area. Her skills include the combination of an eclectic background of over twenty years on going education and teaching experience in dance, yoga, and various physical training disciplines to enable her to develop individualized programs that are sensitive to participants needs.
Visit Aleili’s web site: www.aleili.com.

Nadira
Nadira's dynamism and vibrancy has taken her to some of the best night clubs on the west coast and Hawaii. This multi-award dancer has performed in numerous shows including MEAI, 2001-2005 Arab Festivals, Folk Life and Bumbershoot – some of the largest festivals in Seattle. She has also been a featured performer on Persian Television. Nadira’s Raks Sharki (Egyptian cabaret dance) technique is superb, and her instruction suited to all levels. See her web site: www.nadira.com.

Thione Diop
Senegalese born drummer Thione Diop lives in Seattle
Washington, where he teaches djembe ensemble, sabar drumming and performs frequently. As a guest artist and teacher, Thione travels throughout the US and Canada. Visit his web site, www.thiondiop.com for more details about this up and coming musician.

Fran Maas
Director of Red Tent Tribal Bellydance troupe in North Bend, WA, Fran Maas conducts classes and performs regularly. Her student troupe, Daughters of Dinah, provides opportunities for non-professional dancers to shine. Check out www.redtent.net.

DAME Fest Workshop Location:

Unity of Bellevue
16330 NE 4th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425)747-5950

? Visit the DAME Fest web site for complete class descriptions and details. www.DAMEfest.net
You may also contact the sponsor, Dakini: (425) 643-7703.

? Space is limited, so register ASAP!

Workshops
Friendship Room - $25.00 each*
(*except Afro-Cuban class: $20.00)

· 9:00 – 11:00 ___________ Musical Interpretation/ Choreography – by Zanbaka

· 11:15 – 12:15 ___________ Afro-Cuban Percussion – by Arturo Rodriguez

· 12:30 – 2:30 ___________ Bharatanatyam – by Subha Santhanam

· 3:00 – 5:00 ___________ Karsilama – by Aleili

Youth Rooms - $20.00 each*
(*except Cymbals class: $25.00)

· 9:30 – 11:30 ___________ Raks Sharki - Drum Technique and Choreography - by Nadira

· 12:30 – 2:30 ___________ Finger Cymbals – by Aleili

· 12:45 – 2:00 ___________ West African Rhythms for Djembe – by Thione Diop

· 3:00 – 5:00 ___________ Intro to ATS (American Tribal Style) Bellydance – by Fran Maas