What can I sayabout Shivati?

We're bound in the dance, she and I,
Teacher to student, then dancer partner to dance partner,
Friend to friend, sister to sister.
Our paths were one for a while,
but separate they move on.
I can see how Shivati was and I'm sure still is - exotic, ancient, called as surely as if her past lives reached out with both hands and pulled her toward the dance. She's a natural in all ways, and driven as only the young can be. I am proud to have given her the foundation upon which she builds, and joyful that we share the same passion!
Shivati's performances are hypnotic. Her sword dancing is mesmerizing, and she has that ability to draw the audience in with nothing more than her presence.
When you dance in the light of the Goddess it is a gift, and Shivati is definitely gifted.
Blessings and joyful dancing!

Perizad ya bint al Hawa

Middle Eastern Dance and Arts
Ancient Callings Studio
Twisted Tassels Tribal Dance Troupe
Twisted Tassels Original Tribal Belts
ancientcallings@yahoo.com
www.twistedtassels.com

I've known Tisa since 2001 and I've watched her evolve as a dancer and as a person. Every time she dances on our caravan stage, she becomes more hypnotic and exotic. Her choice of music, skill in performance and taste in costuming continue to amaze me.

As a person, I've watch her overcome every challenge that life throws in her path. She deserves all the good things that life has to offer.

Ashtar/Julie Nuzzo
Artistic Director, Tribal Dance Arts