Invoking the Dark Goddess with Aepril Schaile

From Dina at The Dancing Gypsy:

"FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13:
INVOKING THE DARK GODDESS WITH AEPRIL SCHAILE.
7:00 - 8:30 WORKSHOP.
GUIDED RITUAL AT 9PM.

This November, the occurrence of Friday the 13th falls within the Dark of the Moon, a perfect occasion to connect to the Dark Feminine within us! On this auspicious night during the Season of the Witch, Aepril Schaile "An American Priestess of the Dark Goddess" will take you on a deeply profound Underworld journey using bellydance, story, and myth. Through moving meditation, improvisation, and choreography, we will express the powers of the sacred Dark Feminine archetypes. Experience Medusa, Kali, Hecate, Circe, Persephone, Lilith; the 'Witch' energy within you; and the ability to shape-shift. You will come away with a fresh sense of authenticity, power, and grace in your dance, and a connection to ancient & timeless energies. This workshop is for beginner through advanced dancers, and is not so much about technique as it is about the journey we will share. After the workshop, stay for our guided Dark Moon ritual, where participants will dance the mysteries of the Dark Goddess. Ritual is for dancers and non-dancers alike; all are welcome.

Reservations are required. To do so please email dina@thedanicnggypsy.com or call 508-885-3639."

The Dancing Gypsy Boutique and Studio
Dina LeDuke, Proprietress
117 Main Street, Second Floor
Spencer, MA 01562
www.thedancinggypsy.com

Descent II - Thank You!

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Descent: Dances of the Dark Goddess: DESIRE - Next weekend!

Exquisite Corpse Productions presents...
Descent: Dances of the Dark Goddess: DESIRE

A ritual theatre bellydance event celebrating and expressing the archetypes of the dark sacred feminine. With performances by some of the most innovative, acclaimed, and compelling fusion bellydance artists in the Northeast.

Where do Eros, the Sacred, and the dark heart of the Underworld intersect?

We answer this question with the art of bellydance…

The Show: Saturday, Oct 10, 8pm

The First Universalist Society Sanctuary
211 Bridge St, Salem, MA

Artists include:
JeniViva
Sarah Jezebel Wood (of Solstice Ensemble)
Alia Thabit
Ela Rogers
Vadalna Tribal Dance Co.
Aepril Schaile and Exquisite Corpse Dance Theatre
…and more!

Vending by Fool’s Mansion, Laurie Cabot’s The Cat, The Crow and The Crown, Salem Knights Templar Oasis, Wings of Sin, and Sassy Sparkles, Too!

The Workshops: Saturday, Oct 10, 12-5:30pm

Both workshops held at the Salem YMCA
1 Sewall St, Salem, MA
A portion of the workshop proceeds will be donated to the Salem YMCA’s Partnership in Youth program.

12- 2pm
Sarah Jezebel Wood (East Coast Tribal technique teacher):
Sultry, Sophisticated, and Dark
A core member of Sera’s Solstice Ensemble of NYC, Sarah will extensively explore multi-level Tribal technique, visiting such themes as desire, lust, sophistication and drama.

2:30-5:30 pm
Jeniviva
Belle Raqs: Dark Glamour!
JeniViva of NYC will show us how to create an appearance of dark sensuality, intensity and drama with make-up for the Gothic and Fusion Bellydancer (and for those who just want to create an intense, dramatic look).

All locations area short walk from the Salem MBTA train station!

For more info, tickets and to register for workshops: www.aeprilschaile.com/perform...nt-2009/

Fall 2009 classes with Aepril Schaile

For more info and to register: www.aeprilschaile.com

Bellydance Basics (Level I) 6:00-7:00
11 weeks: Thurs. Sept 10 - Nov 19

Learn the elegant, sensual, and sacred art of Bellydance! Get in shape, develop more confidence, and increase your mystique while learning basic Bellydance vocabulary with an emphasis on dramatic expression, technical precision, and a delightfully dark feel. No prior experience necessary!


Beyond The Basics (Level II): Raqs Dramatique 7:15-8:15
11 weeks: Thurs. Sept 10 - Nov 19

***Requires pre-approval by the instructor before registering; please see website to determine if this class is right for you.***
We will go further into the dramatic and theatrical aspects of bellydance, with a darker flavor. We will further develop our movement vocabulary and technical precision while also working with story, mood, myth, and meaning.

Descent II: Dances of the Dark Goddess:DESIRE!! website up

Buy Tickets and register now!
aeprilschaile.com/performan...cent-2009/

Descent: Dances of the Dark Goddess:
DESIRE

It has been told since the time before remembrance…
Each and every year, the Goddess makes her Descent into the Underworld.
The Dark Goddess…ancient and eternal aspect of the Divine Feminine, modern archetypal force. A figure of worship, awe, horror, fascination; a force of destruction, creation, beauty, death, sex, rebirth…

In the season ruled by Hades, during the darkening of the moon and the waning of the year: The Dark Queen and the Madwoman, the Temple Priestess and the Sacred Whore, The Destroyer and the Lover, the Goddess of the Moon and the Hunt, the dance of the different forces that live within every woman: romance, innocence, fear, darkness, danger, passion, DESIRE…behold some of the darkly feminine themes explored by the artists of Descent…

Where do Eros, the Sacred, and the dark heart of the Underworld intersect?
We answer this question with the art of bellydance…

The Show: Saturday, Oct 10, 8pm
The First Universalist Society Sanctuary
211 Bridge St, Salem, MA

Artists include:
JeniViva
Sarah Jezebel Wood (of Solstice Ensemble)
Ela
Vadalna Tribal Dance Co.
Jesi
Aepril Schaile and Exquisite Corpse Dance Theatre
…and more!
Purchase tickets now!

After party at Salem’s gothic haunt - DARQ
At Bangkok Paradise
Washington St. Salem, MA

Come experience Witch City during its most exciting and intriguing time of year: October! All locations within very close walking distance of the T train line, and to each other! Book your hotel accommodations NOW, as these go fast!

Workshops: Saturday October 10, 12-5:30pm

Both workshops held at the Salem YMCA
1 Sewall St, Salem, MA

2:30-5:30 pm
Jeniviva
Belle Raqs: 3 hours of Dark Glamour!

12- 2pm
Sarah Jezebel Wood (East Coast Tribal technique teacher):
Sultry, Sophisticated, and Dark

FOR MORE INFO, TO BUY TICKETS AND REGISTER
aeprilschaile.com/performan...cent-2009/

Dark Raqs Assaya Workshop in Salem, MA

Sun, Aug 16th
“Dark Raqs Assaya” with Aepril Schaile
12:30-2pm

Learn the art of Raqs Assaya, or Egyptian Women’s cane dance, with a decidedly darker, theatrical flare! We will explore basic technique for cane, along with combinations and a brief choreography, to create an exciting and modern mutation of this folkloric form. Register by July 31 and Aepril can order a bamboo cane for you (see website for details)

Dance Class, 302 Essex St, Salem, MA (across from the Witch House and Jerry’s Dept Store)

$25 pre-reg, $30 at door
www.aeprilschaile.com
www.aeprilschaile.com/instruc...orkshops

Space is quite limited, so be sure to register early! :)

The Dancing Gypsy Presents: Metaphysical Victoriana: Workshops and Showcase with Aepril Schaile

The Dancing Gypsy Presents
Metaphysical Victoriana: Workshops and Showcase with Aepril Schaile

Saturday July 18
Workshops at 2pm and 4pm:
$30 each or Two for $50.
Participant Showcase: 7-9pm, $5 (free for participants)

Reservations: email thedancing.gypsy at yahoo.com
or call Dina at 508-885-3639
FMI: www.geocities.com/thedancin...haile.html
Address: 117 Main Street, Spencer MA (Route 9 west)

Description:

Aepril Schaile has been called "An American Priestess of the Dark Goddess", whose style of Gothic Bellydance captures the sacredness of the Dark Feminine. She hails from Salem, MA where she teaches and performs bellydance, and also practices the mystical arts of astrology and Tarot reading. She directs a theatrical dance company called "Exquisite Corpse Productions" and also leads a musical project called "Aepril Schaile and the Judgement". She is a much-sought-after teacher and performer who has been featured at numerous events nationwide.The Dancing Gypsy is proud to host Aepril for two extraordinary workshops and a performance showcase featuring many different flavors of Theatrical, Gothic, and Experimental bellydance. Here is the chance to learn a dramatically different form of expression from New England's favorite Gothic Goddess!

Workshops:
Bellydance Drama and the Energy Body. 2-3:30pm, $30. This class is a metaphysical and intuitive approach to bellydance. Aepril explores both the mystical and the technical aspects of ritual and theatrical dance. Techniques include moving meditation, kinesthetic visualization, theater exercises, and choreography. This workshop delves into the ways in which we can become more conscious of the invisible energies of our bodies and minds. Bring magic, power, grace, and presence to your dance! Join us as we work extensively with story, mood, and myth to discover what the ancients knew as 'the invisible world'.

Raqs Victoriana: The Romantic Art of Victorian-inspired Bellydance. 4-5:30pm, $30. In this class, Aepril fuses the antique sepia and lace 'look' of the Victorian era with the serpentine sensuality of contemporary bellydance. Learn to create movement that is compellingly dramatic and darkly ethereal. Aepril teaches a choreography that blends melancholic refinement with the bold staccato movements of modern popping-and-locking Fusion bellydance. Creative ideas for props, costuming, and music will also be covered.

SPECIAL DISCOUNT PACKAGE: GET BOTH WORKSHOPS FOR JUST $50.

Evening Showcase: 7-9:00pm, $5. Workshop participants perform their own genre pieces in a show featuring Aepril Schaile. Showcase is free for participants, $5 for general public. Light refreshments will be served.

Get your Goth on at the Experimental/Dark Fusion studio event of the summer! Don't miss out!

The Middle East Showcase and Sacred World Interdependence Day!

The Middle East and Sacred World Interdependence Day!

Two events coming up VERY soon!

Showcase at the Middle East
My students (former and current) and I will be performing at the Middle East Restaurant in Cambridge MA, this Wed, July 1! Many of the performers are coming all the way from Maine!
We start at 9pm, and we hope to see you there!! Contact Sabrina for more.
bellydancersabrina(at)yahoo.com
www.mideastclub.com/

Also this week...
Sacred World Interdependence Day!
I'll be teaching Shamanistic Dance Theater and performing along with many other dancers on Friday, July 3. The event, however, runs all weekend, and presents a fantastic alternative to traditional July 4th mayhem.
Earthlands Preserve, Petersham, MA.
More info here:
Sacred World Interdependence Day Healing and Expressive Arts Festival:
www.heartbeatcollective.org/swid

"Occult of Personality": Interview with Aepril Schaile

Interview with Aepril Schaile on "Occult of Personality", a site is dedicated to bringing you discussions with esoteric researchers and practitioners from all over the English-speaking world.

www.occultofpersonality.com/2009...aile/


Podcast 65 - Aepril Schaile
June 22nd, 2009 by rochester92
"In this episode, we’re joined by Aepril Schaile. “Aepril is an astrologer, musician and composer, talented dancer and dance teacher, writer and storyteller, mythologist, animal rights advocate, and Witch.” She has been called “an American priestess of the Dark Goddess”...our conversation begins as Aepril describes her early life and interest in the esoteric. From there we begin talking about her dancing, belly dance, and the combination of mythology, Magick, Astrology, theater, performance, and the creation of Beauty"...

A benefit and Litha performance

This weekend:

Hope to see you there!

Saturday:
There's No Place Like Home
A Belly Dance Fundraiser for My Family
Host: Baseema
Saturday, June 20, 2009
11:00am - 4:00pm (performances begin at 1:30)
Location: Roslindale Community Center, 6 Cummins Highway, Roslindale, MA
email: lehcar1007@aol.com
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Sunday:
Laurie Cabot's Litha
Sunday, June 21
7pm (don't be late!) until the Witching Hour
The Moose Lodge, 50 Grove Street, Salem, MA
www.lauriecabot.com/Sabbats.html