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/