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Ninth Spiral presents "Meridian"

superkate — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:44:35 GMT

Meridian A night of improvisational exploration: the synapse between music, dance, and video. Three musicians will be creating electronic/experimental music live throughout the evening. Several dancers will interpret and perform to this music. This will be the merging of improvisation on a new level. Friday, May 1st, 2009 at 9:30 pm. Price: $10 in advance Melrose Lightspace 7600 Melrose Ave., Ste. N Los Angeles, CA 90046 Performers: Rhythm In Mind, 3am, Michael Feldman Malice Dreaming, Heather Coker, SuperKate, April Rose www.ninthspiral.com ninthspiral@gmail.com

Sciamachy on March 14!!!!!

superkate — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 08:27:06 GMT

I'm extremely excited about my new production company, Ninth Spiral. I'm constantly inspired by the amazing artists around me. I have begun the adventure of bringing them together to create some amazing shows. My first show is on Saturday, March 14, 2009. That's two weeks from now. I have an unbelievable cast of performers and I hope you're able to share this experience with me. This show will present dancers, musicians, and singers. Make sure to get your tickets early!!! Sciamachy::: fighting a shadow An evening of live art: Dance & music. Inspired by the battles we fight within ourselves. Saturday, March 14, 2009 Showtimes: 7pm & 9pm Price: $15 Featuring: SuperKate Malice Dreaming Rory Vallis Elysium Dance Theatre Nikii Henry Liz Hoefner & Yorgos Adamis Lucas Rodenbush Timur & the Petrovic Blasting Co. For information and tickets go to: www.ninthspiral.com http://sciamachy.eventbrite.com Hope to see you there!!! SuperKate

new year....... NEW SHOWS!!!!

superkate — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:45:33 GMT

So many awesome things happening in the new year!! Several months ago I got a creative bug that I couldn't shake even if I wanted to. But trust me, I absolutely don't want to shake it. I've never felt this excited and scared in my life. I have so many ideas and I'm trying to find ways to get them out as quickly as possible, and at the same time wanting all the ideas to be beautifully polished too. Ninth Spiral is my new production company. As much as I love being known as SuperKate, I feel this name is more professional. This is where much of my creative energy will be fueled through from here on out. I have at least 3 shows planned for this year alone. And that does not include productions that I'll be involved with as SuperKate. I'm surrounded by an incredible number of artists and I can't wait to tap into their passions. My first production of the year is called "Sciamachy." It will be on Saturday, March 14. You can go to www.ninthspiral.com for more information and ticket sales. I've gathered a great group of artists for this show so far. And I have a few more to add to the list soon. This show is meant to showcase different artistic disciplines. I personally will not really be performing any bellydance. I have two pieces in the show and am extremely proud of both of them. One of them is the piece I performed at Shadowdance in Oakland. So now everyone in LA has the opportunity to see it. On top of my regular jobs, currently I have 3 of them, I've joined up with Zoo District theatre company. I'm stage managing their production of Murray Mednick's "The Destruction of the 4th World." I've definitely missed the theatre world. It's exciting and inspiring sitting in rehearsals. Watching and listening to the actors and directors dissect the play, its words, and find meaning and purpose. This show will start previews on March 19 and open the following week. It's running in rep with another show for the following 3 weeks. Not sure if you noticed, but I'm producing a show just days before the theatre production is running in front of audiences. Was this a crazy bit of scheduling?? Yes. Was it necessary for my sanity??.....Yes. I'm confident that I'll be able to handle everything, and this will be an incredibly busy few weeks. Did I mention that I will be in tech for the theatre production the day after my show? Woooohooooo!!!! Living in live theatre!! My soul is smiling.

SuperKate's Washington DC Debut!!!!

superkate — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:34:07 GMT

I'm extremely excited about Belly Horror this weekend!! I'll be performing during both shows, and teaching a workshop. Please spread the word!!

80s/90s Extravaganza!!!!

superkate — Fri, 30 May 2008 03:35:18 GMT

Just in case you weren't at Tribal Fest....... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pa4uT-xPuig

NEW Tribal Fusion Bellydance Classes!!!

superkate — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 07:59:59 GMT

Explore the passion and fun of bellydance! SuperKate has been studying and performing tribal fusion bellydance for several years. She’s danced solo around the U.S., performed with Rakadu Gypsy Dance, and is currently a member of Subee Djinn. SuperKate has also studied other dance forms, from jazz and Romany Gypsy to hip-hop and Bhangra. All types of dance can be incorporated into tribal fusion. Basics classes focus on muscle strengthening, technique, and the breakdown of movements. She wants to give her students both the elegance and strength of bellydance. ****** TUESDAYS******** Ongoing classes every Tuesday 7:30-9 pm. Madilyn Clark Studios 10852 Burbank Blvd North Hollywood, CA $15 for a drop-in. First class for only $5. And 10-class card for $135. *******SUNDAYS******* Starting Sunday, January 27th, 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm. Annie's Yoga Studio 4521-A Van Nuys Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 (Across the street from Gelson's Market) 818.788.5960 info@anniesyoga.com I will be running this class in a session format. So please sign up ahead of time. It's an 8-week session for $96 pre-paid. I will still focus on technique and muscle development. And throughout the course of the class you will learn a short choreography. ~~~~~~~~~~ SuperKate is also available for private lessons for individuals and groups. For more information email superkate9@gmail.com.

Only in Japan :)

superkate — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 07:18:24 GMT

TOKYO (AP) - Japanese are staying cool as a cucumber this summer with "Pepsi Ice Cucumber" - a new soda based on the crisp green gourd. The soft drink, which hit stores here on Tuesday, doesn't actually have any cucumber in it - but has been artificially flavored to resemble "the refreshing taste of a fresh cucumber," said Aya Takemoto, spokeswoman of Japan's Pepsi distributor, Suntory Ltd. "We wanted a flavor that makes people think of keeping cool in the summer heat," Takemoto said. "We thought the cucumber was just perfect." The mint-colored soda is on sale just for the summer and only in Japan, Takemoto said. She said initial sales were brisk, and Suntory aims to sell 200,000 cases over the next three months.

See this Amazing Show and Take the Workshops!!!

superkate — Tue, 22 May 2007 23:27:42 GMT

Thursday May 24th 8:45 PM members of The Toids, Brass Menazerie, and Rumen Sali Shopov with dancers Zoe Jakes and Elizabeth Strong Studio Iqaat 3515 Eagle Rock Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90065 $10 This thursday night May 24th will feature an amazing line up of musicians from the Bay Area. Members of bay areas hottest Balkan Bands The Toids ( http://www.toids.org), Brass Menazerie ( http://brass.menazeri.com/) Ensemble Sali (featuring Rumen Sali Shopov) will combine with the dancing talents of Elizabeth Strong ( http://www.strongdancer.com)and Zoe Jakes ( http://www.bellydancezoe.com/) to present a dynamic and transcendent night of traditional and original music and dance. The musical ensemble will offer you a dynamic selection of Romany (Gypsy) music, folkloric music from the Balkans and Turkey, as well as Original music from composer Dan Cantrell. The sublime dancing of Zoe Jakes and Elizabeth Strong, fusing elements of Tribal Belly Dance, Middle Eastern Dance, Romany(gypsy) dance and original choreography is surely a treat not to miss. Studio Iqaat 3515 Eagle Rock Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90065 To sign up for workshops, contact SuperKate. superkate9@gmail.com 323-719-5879 AND WORKSHOP INFORMATION!!!!!!! Thursday, May 24 7 pm - 8:15 pm Fast Combos with Zoe Jakes $20 (workshop and performance $28) Sat. May 26, 1-3pm Turkish Rom Dance with Elizabeth Strong $30 adv./ $35 door (preregister with Super Kate: superkate9@gmail.com ) Studio Iqaat Workshop description: 9/8 Rhythms and Fancy Footwork of the Turkish Rom with Elizabeth Strong: Come prepared to dance your heart out! Please wear yoga pants, a simple hip sash and a comfortable top. In this class, we will cover the fundamentals of the firey 9/8 Turkish Rom ("Gypsy") rhythm, and learn basic footwork, hip work and some of the very expressive arm movements that are integral to this dance. We will watch a short clip of source footage, and cultural background will be discussed as well. All levels welcome.

More SuperKate Performances

superkate — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 22:29:34 GMT

Feb. 2: Taxim in Eagle Rock (with Subee Djinn) Feb. 16: Fusion Sessions at Studio Iqaat March 17: Tribal Throwdown (with Subee Djinn) April 13-15 at Tribal Caravan May 18 at Tribal Fest - A new creation

Subee Djinn Performing at Tribal Cafe

superkate — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 19:02:56 GMT

That's right! Subee Djinn will be adding to the love of dance and celebrations this weekend. We will be performing on Sunday at 4:10 pm. We're looking forward to seeing you all there!! Love, Superkate & Nikii

Dancing in Lexington

superkate — Mon, 12 Jun 2006 08:18:55 GMT

June 11, 2006 I took an official vacation last week. But it wasn’t your typical ‘go away and relax’ vacation. I decided to travel back to Lexington, KY, for a bellydance intensive. Now I know that most of you are thinking…Lexington??? How much bellydancing can actually exist there??? Well, on an average week there’s definitely quite a bit, but this last week was most that town has seen in quite a while. And what an amazing thing it was to see and be a part of. I still can’t believe the amount of love and laughter I gave and received in those six days. I was floating on air for two days after I got back. Before this blog goes any further I just want to open my heart again and thank every single one of those beautiful ladies. I can’t begin to explain the utter happiness I feel every time I think about that week. You are all incredible people and dancers. I can’t wait to dance and study with you again. I’ve been thinking lately about my dancing and my being. I am constantly looking at ways of growing. When the opportunity to study with Rachel, Mira, and Liz presented itself, I jumped on it. Especially with that opportunity taking place in the land of Mecca. If there had been any doubt about that week, it was completely erased as soon as I walked into the new studio and saw all of my beautiful ladies. What an amazing time!!!!! Yoga, drilling, technique, and dancing. How else should one spend a vacation?? And I certainly can’t forget the laughter. It’s definitely been a long time since I’ve laughed so hard that I worked off an entire meal at the same time. And that actually happened twice! Now the test comes…. Will I be able to continue with the yoga and drilling exercises?? Can I find the focus in the last remaining hours I have to myself every week? I really hope that I can. If only I could have Rachel, Mira, and Liz around me every week for motivation. To kick my ass as they did so well those few days. I want to go on and on and try to explain the love and utter joy and peace in my heart that I brought back with me from that week. But there aren’t enough words. I just hope everyone out there has the chance to experience such an incredible dance/friend/life experience like that. I love all my biddies!!!!! Thank you so much for a truly unbelievable week. My heart swells with gratitude!