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Extended Deadline
OK, enough people threw themselves at my feet weeping, begging me to extend the pre-registration deadline for Hips of Fury. Because I am benevolent, I agreed. But only until tomorrow!www.hipsoffury.net/Workshop...shops.htm
Because I have nothing else to stress about
The venue that we are having Hips of Fury at is the same place we've had it the last two years. They have decided to gut the entire sound and light system, which will be replaced and completed in December. DECEMBER. A month after HoF. And you know what? They had no intention of telling us! We happened to find out because our MECDA chapter had an event at the same venue.Kris was over there today trying to get a break on the cost (since it is an extremely expensive venue, and we paid full price to NOT get everything), and it turns out they don't care, and hadn't had any intention of letting us know. Thank goodness another local dancer recommended a guy who has agreed to do the lighting and sound for us, but that's another several hundred bucks. And he's even cutting us a break!
Keep your fingers crossed that Hips of Fury breaks even this year! It won't be back if we don't manage this time, its third year. :(
Final Day
Today is your last chance to pre-register for Hips of Fury workshops. All workshops are on Sat Nov 3.Amara
Ariellah
Sashi
Sabrina Fox
Amy Sigil
Leilainia
Blume
Heather Stants
Frederique
Blue Damsel
Faizeh
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Deadline to Pre-Register for Workshop
The deadline to pre-register for Hips of Fury workshops is this Sunday, Oct 21.All workshops are on Saturday, November 3
www.hipsoffury.net
Black Sea Trading Co
311 E Ave K-8
Lancaster, CA 93534
12-1:45pm (BST)
Blue Damsel
"Milk and Honey" with Blue Damsel
Tribal Fusion meets the Far East with more Oooey Gooey combos and dramatic slow precision assembled into two mini-choreographies performed to "Ashes to Phoenix" from Balance by Solace.
2-3:45pm (BST)
Amy Sigil
"HOTPOTTURBOTRIBALTRICKS" NEW!
Strap-on your jet-packs. In this workshop you’ll get the skinny
on what happens when you let off a lot of steam while dancing
really good, really fast. You’ll learn and drill two original
combos snatched directly from the Hot Pot Studio tribal
vocabulary, both equipped for improv and ready for show.
You will have fun. You will sweat. You will be inspired. And
after class when you’re sore and on the floor, remember,
“Horsepower” is defined as work done over time. We just
teach you the tricks.
4-5:45 pm (BST)
Ariellah
Conditioning, Layering, and Choreography
Prepare your body to do more than just drill and isolate, but to dance and to layer basic belly dance movements. This workshop focuses on strengthening and isolating core muscles in preparation for layering movements, incorporating these layering drills into a choreography learned in the workshop.
High Desert Dance Co.
43423 North Division
Lancaster, CA 93534
10-11:45am (BST)
Blume Bauer
Fantasy Fusion!
Ethereal as an angel, earthy as a golem, mystical as magic itself--learn how you can infuse your dance with elements of the fantastical using the fundamental tools of our world. Study to see how a wise woman's choice of theme and interaction with corresponding music brings out the beast or the beauty in performance. Make three wishes and see how to fully utilize makeup to polish and define your art. You don't have to kiss nasty frogs to get the results you want, just come to this workshop and turn straw into gold!
**There will be fabulous fantasy kits available for sale, but please bring all of your make-up as well... you will need it!
10-11:45am (BST)
Faizeh
Drop-dead Drum Solos
Get your dum-tek groove on! This workshop will focus on adding pizzazz to your drum solo. Come ready shake, rattle and roll, and leave with the knowledge of how to do it!
12-1:45pm (HDDS)
Leilainia
Sword Savvy Workshop with Leilainia
This 2-hour workshop will combine creative movements based in Belly Dance, Tai Chi and Yoga. Class will demonstrate various sword fighting techniques from Eastern Fusion and Thai Chi mixed with bellydance sword balancing. The new practice techniques & drills for strength building, balancing and stamina will guide you to exploring your own interpretation of the Art of the Sword. Workshop will cover Isolation Techniques, Performance Tips, and Sword Choreography.
Bring kneepads and a sword, water and a smile!
Swords may be purchased before workshop begins. (swords available for $50 -$80)
12-1:45pm (HDDS)
Sabrina Fox of Atash Maya
Tribal Fusion Choreography/combos.
Atash Maya is known for using Techniques within Improvisation combos and choreography in a way that is much like a martial arts practice.
The Choreography/combos that will be taught will contain well described and broken down techniques that when practiced, similar to how a Kung fu form is practiced will eventually aid the dancer in perfection of that or those techniques within the combos.
You will learn a series of three technically packed phrases equaling a 3.5 minute show set. The phrases of movement can be swapped mixed slowed sped up, repeated and can be used within your own musical choices, not just married to one piece of music like many workshops of this type.
You will be able to use what you gain from this workshop for Improvisational solos, group performances, and private home practice. This workshop also focuses on performance projection practice, muscle memory drills, and reprogramming of bad muscle memory habits in order to eventually bring the dancer clean technique, captivating stage presents, and grace.
2-3:45pm (HDDS)
Heather Stants
Urban Tribal Kick Ass Combos
Heather teaches technique and combos from the Urban Tribal repertoire.
Please bring a yoga mat and some sass.
2-3:45pm (HDDS)
Sashi
Gothic Tribal Fusion Bellydance
In this workshop you will learn a full NEW choreography, which will showcase the marriage of Tribal Fusion Belly Dance with the elements of the Goth/Industrial subculture. We will discuss and learn the fundamentals of Tribal Fusion Belly Dance including proper posture and technique, specific moves and transitions, leading and following, group improvisation, dance expression and costuming. We will also explore and learn ways to infuse the look, personality, music and essence of the Goth/Industrial subculture into this dynamic dance style. At the end of this workshop, you will take with you the experience of an alluring transcendental journey into the world of Gothic Tribal Fusion Belly Dance. Dress prepared to dance. Bring a yoga mat and water. Knowledge of basic Gothic Belly Dance is helpful. All levels welcome. Muahahahahahahah! www.ascendtribaldance.com
4-5:45pm (HDDS)
Amara
Creating and Destroying the Rules
Through knowledgeable explorationunderstand how, when, and why to break the laws of dance. Formulate ways of constructing new and meaningful rules in order to dance outside of your training.
4-5:45 pm (HDDS)
Frederique
New Urban Tribal Style Moves
Want to add to your tribal vocabulary? Learn new moves with the ATS concept of lead and follow developed with non-verbal cues. Fr?rique has created new Urban Tribal moves that have been inspired by a variety of ancient and modern dances with fundamental roots in ATS and Cabaret stylized belly dance. Class will begin with elementary yoga / palates based stretches / exercises, ending with isometric upper body strengthening that will help develop excellent upper body posture for dancing as well as our daily life. Be prepared to focus on strong technique throughout the class. By the end we will all be dancing new tribal moves together, as a tribe.
*Prior knowledge in ATS is recommended but not necessary. I will go over the concept in class.
Last Day
Today is the last day to sign up for the competition at Hips of Fury. There are still some spots left, and several in the Tribaret category and the Ultimate Soloist!www.hipsoffury.net
Don't miss out!
Oh, and don't forget to take a moment a browse the AWESOME workshops being offered this year!!
Hips of Fury Deadline
It is upon us, this weekend. Don't miss out! There is still room in almost every category...but that may mean only one spot, so hurry and save your spot right now!www.hipsoffury.net
(and while you're at it, reserve your spot in one of the awesome workshops taught by some of the world's greatest belly dancers)
Photo is courtesy Kate McGray, and is Kristina Canizares performing in last year's evening show with her troupe The Nekyia. Kristina is the first ever Ultimate Soloist champion.
Hips of Fury Workshop Extravaganza!
Hips of Fury Workshop Descriptions 007BLACK SEA TRADING CO:
311 East Ave K-8
Lancaster, CA 93534
12-1:45pm
Blue Damsel
"Milk and Honey" with Blue Damsel
Tribal Fusion meets the Far East with more Oooey Gooey combos and dramatic slow precision assembled into two mini-choreographies performed to "Ashes to Phoenix" from Balance by Solace.
2-3:45pm
AMY SIGIL
“HOTPOTTURBOTRIBALTRICKS” NEW!
Strap-on your jet-packs. In this workshop you’ll get the skinny
on what happens when you let off a lot of steam while dancing
really good, really fast. You’ll learn and drill two original
combos snatched directly from the Hot Pot Studio tribal
vocabulary, both equipped for improv and ready for show.
You will have fun. You will sweat. You will be inspired. And
after class when you’re sore and on the floor, remember,
“Horsepower” is defined as work done over time. We just
teach you the tricks.
4-5:45 pm
ARIELLAH
-Conditioning, Layering, and Choreography
Prepare your body to do more than just drill and isolate, but to dance and to layer basic belly dance movements. This workshop focuses on strengthening and isolating core muscles in preparation for layering movements, incorporating these layering drills into a choreography learned in the workshop.
HIGH DESERT DANCE CO:
43423 N Division
Lancaster, CA 93534
10-11:45am
Blume Bauer
Fantasy Fusion!
Ethereal as an angel, earthy as a golem, mystical as magic itself--learn how you can infuse your dance with elements of the fantastical using the fundamental tools of our world. Study to see how a wise woman's choice of theme and interaction with corresponding music brings out the beast or the beauty in performance. Make three wishes and see how to fully utilize makeup to polish and define your art. You don't have to kiss nasty frogs to get the results you want, just come to this workshop and turn straw into gold!
**There will be fabulous fantasy kits available for sale, but please bring all of your make-up as well... you will need it!
10-11:45am
Faizeh
Drop-dead Drum Solos
Get your dum-tek groove on! This workshop will focus on adding pizzazz to your drum solo. Come ready shake, rattle and roll, and leave with the knowledge of how to do it!
12-1:45pm
LEILAINIA
Sword Savvy Workshop with Leilainia
This 2-hour workshop will combine creative movements based in Belly Dance, Tai Chi and Yoga. Class will demonstrate various sword fighting techniques from Eastern Fusion and Thai Chi mixed with bellydance sword balancing. The new practice techniques & drills for strength building, balancing and stamina will guide you to exploring your own interpretation of the Art of the Sword. Workshop will cover Isolation Techniques, Performance Tips, and Sword Choreography.
Bring kneepads and a sword, water and a smile!
Swords may be purchased before workshop begins. (swords available for $50 -$80)
12-1:45pm
Sabrina Fox of Atash Maya
Tribal Fusion Choreography/combos.
Atash Maya is known for using Techniques within Improvisation combos and choreography in a way that is much like a martial arts practice.
The Choreography/combos that will be taught will contain well described and broken down techniques that when practiced, similar to how a Kung fu form is practiced will eventually aid the dancer in perfection of that or those techniques within the combos.
You will learn a series of three technically packed phrases equaling a 3.5 minute show set. The phrases of movement can be swapped mixed slowed sped up, repeated and can be used within your own musical choices, not just married to one piece of music like many workshops of this type.
You will be able to use what you gain from this workshop for Improvisational solos, group performances, and private home practice. This workshop also focuses on performance projection practice, muscle memory drills, and reprogramming of bad muscle memory habits in order to eventually bring the dancer clean technique, captivating stage presents, and grace
2-3:45pm
HEATHER STANTS
urban tribal kick ass combos
heather teaches technique and combos from the urban tribal repertoire.
please bring a yoga mat and some sass.
2-3:45pm
SASHI
Gothic Tribal Fusion Bellydance Workshop Description:
In this workshop you will learn a full choreography, which will showcase the marriage of Tribal Fusion Belly Dance with the elements of the Goth/Industrial subculture. We will discuss and learn the fundamentals of Tribal Fusion Belly Dance including proper posture and technique, specific moves and transitions, leading and following, group improvisation, dance expression and costuming. We will also explore and learn ways to infuse the look, personality, music and essence of the Goth/Industrial subculture into this dynamic dance style. At the end of this workshop, you will take with you the experience of an alluring transcendental journey into the world of Gothic Tribal Fusion Belly Dance. Dress prepared to dance. Bring a yoga mat and water. Knowledge of basic Gothic Belly Dance is helpful. All levels welcome. Muahahahahahahah! www.ascendtribaldance.com
4-5:45pm
AMARA
Creating and Destroying the Rules
Through knowledgeable explorationunderstand how, when, and why to break the laws of dance. Formulate ways of constructing new and meaningful rules in order to dance outside of your training..
4-5:45 pm
FREDERIQUE
New Urban Tribal Style Moves
Want to add to your tribal vocabulary? Learn new moves with the ATS concept of lead and follow developed with non-verbal cues. Fr餩rique has created new Urban Tribal moves that have been inspired by a variety of ancient and modern dances with fundamental roots in ATS and Cabaret stylized belly dance. Class will begin with elementary yoga / palates based stretches / exercises, ending with isometric upper body strengthening that will help develop excellent upper body posture for dancing as well as our daily life. Be prepared to focus on strong technique throughout the class. By the end we will all be dancing new tribal moves together, as a tribe.
*Prior knowledge in ATS is recommended but not necessary. I will go over the concept in class.
Several of these awesome workshops are almost sold out. Sign up today!!
www.hipsoffury.net
Here's to curves!!
I am so proud of my friend Blume. When I asked her to be in Hiplash at its inception, it never occurred to me that she might be an inspiration to full-figured dancers everywhere. I just knew she was a beautiful dancer, extremely creative, and self-motivated. Little did I know...bigbeautifulbellydancers.tribe.net/thread/fd5ab4a8-6775-44a5-b156-3578356189c2
Two Days Left
For your Early Bird Special at Hips of Fury!
Remember, if you purchase two workshops by Aug 15, not only is your entrance to the Daytime portion of the event free, your Evening Show ticket is HALF OFF!!
Hurry! The workshops are selling out because of this great opportunity!
And why wouldn't they?
When there is an offering like this:
Blue Damsel
Ariellah
Sabrina Fox of Atash Maya
Heather Stants of Urban Tribal
Frederique
Sashi
Amy Sigil of UNMATA
Leilainia, last year's Ultimate Troupe winner!
Blume Bauer
Amara
and Faizeh!!
www.hipsoffury.net
Oh! And if you haven't signed up for the competition, do it soon! The Gothic category is already full, and the Ultimate Troupe only has two spots left. You don't want to be left out, do ya???
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