[mahsati]

In this case, it is totally up to you. I dance primarily classical Egyptian raqs sharqi and the lebanese and american cabaret style variations and have never had any trouble with my tattoos and Arab audiences. Before I moved to my current location, most of my regular performances were for Egyptian, Lebanese, Moroccan, and Persian audiences and I never received any negative comments or lost any gigs over them.

If you decide that in your area that it would be best to cover them, you have a few options. You can use body make-up or you can create/purchase specially made shrugs/sleeves to cover your shoulder and arm piece. You could also use body stockings or flesh-toned lycra to create a bodysuit somewhat like those worn by ice skaters and latin-style ballroom dancers.

Good luck! I think your tattoo is lovely and you may want to try leaving it visible and see how the local audience reacts.