Thread: Save the date June 21, 22 Chicago Mohammed Shahin

Angelina (Dahlena's daughter) and Alexandria are sponsoring Mohammed Shahin weekend of June 21-22. On Saturday, he will teach a MASTER CLASS at Belle Plaine Studio. Prior to this, several out-of-state dancers who have specialties OTHER than Egyptian-style dance will be conducting TECHNIQUE CLINICS

Natasha of Portland is definately doing "Chiftitelli with Attitude" which will focus on turkish technique. I am doing American Greek Style Caberet. Shadia from Detroit is doing khaleegy and finger cymbals.

The Sunday workshops will be held at another studio-Visceral Dance on Elston by Western and Diversey. Mohamed will be teaching Folkloric styles-Saidi with cane and another stunning Raqs Sharqi classic egyptian routine. Both workshops, as well as Saturday's Master Class, will be 2 hrs in length. All 3 clinics will be 90 minutes each and are priced separately from Mo's workshops. Of course you will all save if you pre-pay before June 1 and also if you " buy in bulk!'

The showcase concert will be at Al Hambra Palace on Sunday at 8pm....this is your chance to see quality dancers in a truly gorgeous, unparalleled setting! Following our showcase, Detroit star Tony Bahu will rock the stage-bring your dancing shoes cuz you have never heard such an innovative, irresistable, dancable fusion of western and middle-eastern music!!! Show Tickets are $20 prior to June 1, $25 after, menu is completely separate (but delicious)!

More details to follow soon.

Mohamed Shahin Chicago Weekend 2008
Mohamed Shahin Native Egyptian Master Instructor, Performer & Choreographer of Egyptian Dance

Saturday
Master Class
Saturday, June 21, 2008 3:30-5:30pm
For advanced students and professional dancers.
Mohamed teaches his innovative combos and choreography with attention to staging, presence, and style.
$50 or $45 before June 1st.

Technique Clinics
“Chiftitelli with Attitude” 10am-11:30am
Natasha of Portlandwill instruct on strengthening taxsim technique and add Turkish flavor to this classic rhythm structure.

“American Greek Cabaret” 11:45-1:15pm
Norma of Detroit will be teaching how to structure and format an American Greek-style cabaret routine as it was performed in Greektowns throughout the US and Canada during the 1960's-1990's.

“Khaleeji and Finger Cymbols” 1:30-3:00pm
Shadia of Detroit will be teaching a 2-part class - first part - Khaleeji Dance, second part - Finger Cymbols.

Each clinic is $30, or $55 for two, or $80 for all three

Many gently-used professional costumes available for purchase, as well as veils, cymbols, and khaleeji dresses to borrow or purchase.
LOCATION: Belle Plaine Dance Studio
2014 W Belle Plaine, Chicago 60618

Sunday
Saiidi
Sunday, June 22, 2008 12:00-2:00 pm
Some experience recommended

Raks Sharqi Choreography
Sunday, June 22, 2008 2:30-4:30 pm
Intermediate to Advanced levels encouraged.
Mohamed will highlight correct application of movement to instrumentation as well as the personal dynamics and technique of classical Egyptian bellydance through his own original choreography.
one workshop: $45 /$40 early registration (ends June 1st)
both workshops: $85 /$75 early registration (ends June 1st)
we regret that we are unable to give refunds once payment is received

Canes will be available to borrow and for purchase.
LOCATION: Visceral Dance Studio
2820 N Elston, Chicago, IL 60618

Dance Showcase Sunday, June 22 at 8pm
Al Hambra Palace
1240 W Randolph, Chicago
Tickets $20 prior to June 1st/$25 at the door
After June 1st, call 312-666-9555 for reservations: be specific and reserve your seats for the performance in the main dining room!

Please print and fill out the following and mail along with your check before June 1, 2008 to:
Angela Genova
PO Box 156
2002 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Walk-ins are accepted based upon availability of space.

Name:____________________________________________

Address:__________________________________________

Email:____________________________________________

Phone:___________________________________________

SATURDAY
 Master Class with Mohamed Shahin
 Chiftitelli with Attitude with Natasha
 American Greek Cabaret with Norma
 Khaleeji and Finger Cymbols with Shadia

SUNDAY
 Choreography Workshop
 Folkloric Workshop
 Both Workshops

 Show Ticket(s): #__________



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Norma -Raks Sharqi