Soumaya MaRose in Maine

Bright Star World Dance, 108 High St, Portland ME

November 9-10, 2018

- Fri 11/9 - Performance 8:00 PM
- Sat 11/10 Workshop 12:00-4:30 PM

Come learn about the music and movements of various regions of the Middle East and North Africa, and how they influence the belly dance styles in each area in Soumaya's "Raqs Sharqi: Roots & Culture" workshop.

Soumaya MaRose is a native Moroccan woman born and raised in Belgium who is passionate about sharing her culture through dance. "For me, dancing means language. It is my way to share my culture and keep the Arabic woman in me alive."

Registration opens Saturday, August 25! Just 15 spots total.

Fall Belly Dance Classes in Portland, ME

NEW fall session begins September 10, 2018

Save $10 till 8/31 - Sign up today!

Bright Star World Dance, 108 High St, Portland ME

Yes, YOU are perfect for belly dance, right now.

You don't need to lose or gain weight. You don't need to have rhythm or be flexible. Just bring your self and your sense of fun to learn something new this season in a warm and supportive environment.

Learn about movement, musicality, and cultural context while discovering new muscles and a world of fun.

Classes are available for total beginners, continuing students, and advanced dancers. Join the 12-week belly dance class starting the week of September 10, 2018.

• Level 1: Mon or Wed 5:30 PM - $154/twelve-week class
• Level 2: Mondays 7:00 PM - $178/twelve-week class
• Level 3: Wednesdays 7:00 PM - $178/twelve-week class
• Payment plans will be available.

Save $10 till August 31.

Drop-In Adult Dance Classes

Bright Star World Dance, 108 High St, Portland ME

Ballet Basics for Adults: Tue 5:30 PM, Sun 9:30 AM

Gain flexibility, balance, strength, and grace in this welcoming class. No experience necessary! Open to people of all genders, ages 14+. Ballet shoes encouraged, but don't let that stop you--socks will work.

Lunchtime Shimmy: Wednesdays 12:00-12:50 PM

Shake the midweek stress! Join this upbeat beginner belly dance class, learn some new moves, and transport yourself on your lunch break.

All drop-in classes are ongoing. Join us this week!

Private Lessons

Ballet or Belly Dance - In Person or by Skype

Customized lessons tailored to your needs and your learning style. Multi-lesson packages available!

Instructional DVDs

Delicious Pauses, Hands & Arms, and more

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• A Dancer's Hands & Arms
• Rhythm & Pause DVD/CD combo
• Delicious Pauses: Negative Space in Movement
• Purple tank tops

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