Female

30

Ever since I was two years old, I knew I wanted to be a dancer. My parents were a lively couple and never missed an opportunity to party. So, for the last 28 years (and counting!) I've seemed to pick up where they've left off. With that much time under my sparkly belt, it's no surprise that I've had the good fortune to meet some truly inspirational people who continue to give me the motivation to continue doing what I love.

After much arm twisting (just kidding!), it's nice to stay connected with my friends and mentors both local and international. I'm no stranger to some of you and I thank you all for your kindness. To those who don't already know me, there is always room for one more friend. I've welcomed every opportunity for friendship since the world is so small, you never know who you're going to end up working with sooner or later.

I've been studying exclusively with Kaeshi Chai for the last two years and thankfully she has had the patience to be my mentor. Although I didn't have much stage experience at the time, I had chosen to study with Bellyqueen because i knew they were the only dance company that would embrace and incorporate my embarassingly large vocabulary ranging from Afro-Caribbean to Ballet to Polynesian.

In only two short years, I've met so many other wonderful and talented dancers as well as musicians. I've somehow had the amazing luck to learn from other notable performers: Rania Bossonis, Marina Darowish, Louchia Tchoukri, Ansuya, Bozenka, Amar Gamal, Anasma, Fayzah, Amina, Blanca, Rachel Brice, Dina, Neena & Veena Bidasha, Kami Liddle, Mavi, Carol Vance, Heather Shoopman, Jillina, Tiny Love, Hypno, Morganics, Suraya Hilal, and so many others.