Tribal Fest is already here, folks! I’m having a lovely time in Sebastopol. Just wanted to let you all know that I am in two performances this weekend in Northern California.
I will be appearing with Qabila Folkdance Company on the main Tribal Fest stage on Saturday, May 19th at 7:25pm, performing Aubre Hill‘s wonderful Egyptian choreography.
Later on that evening, i will be appearing at this event, performing with Unwoman:
I’ll be performing in Northern California again next weekend (Memorial Day weekend) so stay tuned for more!
So I’m going to be at Ren Faire both Saturdays for the next couple of weeks. This Saturday, April 21st, I will be dancing solo on the Trader’s Market stage at 330 and 530pm.
Hi everyone! So after I return from Waking Persephone Rhode Island, I will be starting up an extra special Folkloric Fusion class series at Studio Danza- 13015 Bailey Street, Whittier, CA. The info is here:
A 5- week overview of some movement stylizations from different regions of the Mediterranean and Middle East (and the US!) that can be blended with bellydance technique for a unique style and flavor.
April 20th- Greek Tsiftitelli
April 27th- Turkish Roman (Gypsy) style
May 4th- Eastern European Romany stylizations
May 11th- Egyptian Saidi, Golden Age Beledi and Ghawazee movement
TWO WEEKS OFF-No class May 18th and 25th
June 1- American Tribal Style roots of Tribal Fusion bellydance
Suitable for mixed levels. Drop-ins welcome but pre-registration recommended so that you can get the full experience =)
6-7pm will be movement breakdown and some cultural background.
7-8pm hour will be across the floor and a brief combo.
$10/class/hour
Pre-register until 4/19- $55, you can paypal to evrythingcounts7@hotmail.com , or contact IrinaXara.
I look forward to seeing everyone!
Hi everyone! Yes, I got distracted and wandered off…
I am still dancing and teaching and up to my usual antics.
The biggest thing coming up for me is that I am going to have the pleasure of teaching my Romany Punk fusion workshop in Providence, RI in just a couple of weeks (April 12th-15th) at a festival called Waking Persephone. For full information, please click on Tempest‘s lovely artwork here:
Secondly, I have another wonderful announcement about my local classes in Southern California coming soon.. but you’ll just have to wait. =)
IrinaXara is performing Monday, February 27th…
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Partial proceeds from this evening will go to assist the survivors of the Hollywood shooting/fire tragedy. More info here: http://www.indiegogo.com/Hollywood-Shooting-Victims-Fund?a=437354
Hi everyone! It’s been a turbulent end of 2011 and beginning of 2012, but I am still here!
I have some exciting news:
-First of all, Aubre Hill’s folkdance company I am in, Qabila Folkdance Company , will be appearing at the Taste of LA bellydance festival on Saturday, January 21st in the late afternoon. More info and prepayable admission here:
http://lamecda.eventbrite.com/
Additionally, the workshops for this event are still open! Everyone please make sure to sign up with our wonderful instructors, Khani Jo Zulu or Princess Farhana on the Eventbrite page! Learning bellydance technique is fundamental for the well-rounded dancer.
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-Speaking of MECDA, I have been promoted from Member-at-Large to Secretary of Los Angeles MECDA! I am so very excited. Looking forward to lots of great events. Now I hope I’ll be able to keep a running computer that whole time…hahaha
-My bellydance and creative movement classes at Studio Danza in Uptown Whittier are still going on on Friday nights. I have now taken over the 7-8pm timeslot as well, so you get two hours of bellydance technique instead of just 1- 6-8pm! Price is still $10 for each hour. I am hoping to get things in order to start teaching my students how to play finger cymbals and to have student finger cymbals available for purchase in a month or two. You can currently buy coin hip belts from me in class at $12 each as well.
Lots of fun in store for February, but you’ll just have to wait to see what it is 
Fun for the rest of 2011!!!!
My dance classes at Studio Danza are ON until further notice Friday, Dec. 16th- Friday Dec 30th!! Please add me on Facebook as IrinaXara Dance for closer updates.
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Saturday, December 17th, 2011
The Blue Cafe in Long Beach
217 Pine Ave. Long Beach, CA
A Winter Night with Vampires: Bands, Burlesque and Variety performers
9pm-2am
21+, $7 admission, Street and paid parking available
IrinaXara will be bellydancing!
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Tuesday, December 27th
Studio Iqaat
3515 Eagle Rock Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
She’enedra featuring Elizabeth Mahina, Heidi, Karma V, Tonantzin
Jillian
Roxanne
Calamity Sam
Aubre
Safiya
Akasha Starr
Sakuntala
Rita Blaik
Olu
Michaella Manning
Heather Shoopman
Karma
Nautch Project featuring April Rose, Leila, Hannah, Jen & Jenn 
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Jen Aguilar
Khani Zulu
Ninyshka
Pixie
Gigi
Ayse Cerami and Wild Routes
IrinaXara
Vanina
Music by Amar, Donavon and Donavon’s students
MCs SooZ N SHooP N KarmA
Doors open at 8:00pm
Performances start at 8:30pm Sharp
DJ set / open dancefloor at 10pm
We ask for a $5-10 donation to help us cover costs
We also invite you to bring a snack or drink to share for our potluck table.
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That’s all for 2011, folks! See you in 2012 when I will hit the ground running. So many great events in store!
IrinaXara is performing at Shimmy Showcase in Long Beach on Sunday, December 4th!
SHIMMY SHOWCASE begins at 5:30 p.m. at Viento y Agua Coffee House in Long Beach:
4007 East 4th Street; 562-434-1182.
Admission is free but purchase of cafe items is encouraged and tips are gratefully accepted for the dancers.
I will be stage managing here! Thursday, November 17th.
Presale tickets: http://zululoungelanov17.eventbrite.com/
Workshop signup: http://bflazoeandkami.eventbrite.com/
Hi Everyone!
I hope everyone has been having a fantastic 2011. I know that I’ve gotten a lot of opportunities and have grown a great deal as a dancer.
In 2012, I will be relocating to the LA Area from Orange County. I’m currently searching for additional studios to teach at, in addition to my residency at Studio Danza in Uptown Whittier. If you know of anywhere that is in search of someone to teach beginning bellydance or bellydance technique (mixed levels), please send the info my way! You can contact me at irinaxara (at) gmail (dot) com.
Also, make sure to schedule your private lessons or holiday parties with me now! I’d love to hear from you.