Never Give Up! Never Surrender!

New Video Clips Online

Taletha — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:41:16 GMT

So far I've posted Asrar Al Badra performing a Gothic style dance and one of my solos from West Virginia. More to come! http://www.youtube.com/user/Taletha

I'm BACK!

Taletha — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:05:26 GMT

Well I hope I am anyhow. It has been months since I was able to get Tribe to do anything other than tell me to sign in every time I tried to click anything on the site! What's happened since my last post? 1. ALL of my classes and private lessons are now at Fierce. Fitness by Design. 1806 Frankfort Ave. This is giving me a chance to offer a more well-rounded curriculum of classes including (but not limited to): Belly Dance Basics I Belly Dance Basics II Intermediate and Advanced Technique Gothic Belly Dance Zills in Space! Choreography for Beginners Work Your Rhythm And much, much more! In addition to my classes, Fierce also offers an array of fitness classes as well as personal training services. It's one of the most beautiful and creative studios I've ever seen and I'm exited to be there! So far I've had wonderful students, both new and repeat, join me for these classes. And we've been having a BLAST! 2. Asrar Al Badra is going strong! We've added a new member to our ranks and are working hard on new choreography as well as with a local drummer to bring LIVE rhythms to our performances. You'll be able to see some of us at the Halloween Trolley hop, October 30th at Fierce! 3. I'm currently booking for 2010 workshops! This year proved to be my best year yet for workshops with appearances at Kira's Oasis in Centerville, OH as well as Lafayette, IN, Beckley, WV and Gothalyptic (which was EVEN bigger and better than last year). Since last year my workshops have consistently had 25+ attendees and I'm looking forward to sharing the dance I love with even more people! It's time to look to the future and book for 2010! If you're wanting to summon me to your town to teach Egyptian, Gothic, technique, combinations or...? just send me an e-mail at talethadance@yahoo.com. 4. Introducing...a manager? That's right! I now have someone to help me manage my dance business! Jeremy Atkins is currently only booking performances for me, but may also take on workshop bookings as well. He will also be helping me with event planning, assuring performance conditions are up to par for myself and the troupe, running sound and providing sound equipment when needed. Finally I can unload some of this non-artist stuff! To contact Jeremy directly with questions and booking inquiries, please e-mail him at eternal_evolution@msn.com and all of my lovely dance friends will most likely meet him in the coming year. 5. Persian dance is making an appearance! On November 14th I'm set to perform Persian dance for the FIRST time in a public setting in Louisville with il Troubadore. We did a similar program not long ago in Indianapolis. It was so well received and we enjoyed ourselves so much, we decided to do it again. So, if you're interested in seeing 100% improvisational Persian Classical dance set to authentic live Persian music. Come to Road to Morocco on November 14th. The show is from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Admission is $10 and this is open to ALL AGES! I'm hoping this one goes through and that Tribe will stop acting up and let me post here more often! Thanks! Taletha

NEW Video Online!

Taletha — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 22:47:42 GMT

Taletha performs an improvisational drum solo with Mayan Ruins! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtHLPBICpZE

Registration is OPEN!

Taletha — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 23:19:01 GMT

http://tl2productions.com/gothalyptic2009_schedule.htm SQUEE!!!

May 2nd - West Virginia Bound!

Taletha — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 03:18:15 GMT

May 2nd I will be embarking on an epic journey to West Virginia! Well...if you saw the weather we had to drive through to get their last year (for THE Jim Boz!), you'd understand the epic part! Only this time, I'll be teaching the workshop! YAY! W00T! Here's the info. *Up there in the image.* My lovely host recently had to move this to a larger venue. I'm excited! And excited! I'll be teaching Goth vs. Egyptian how are they different and more importantly..how are they similar? I'm hoping this workshop will offer a little bit of something for everyone from the hard core Egyptian style dancer to the breakin' the law fusion style dancer. Excited!!

I'm back online!

Taletha — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 06:29:26 GMT

Did ya miss me? =oD

THANKS!

Taletha — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:39:37 GMT

Thanks to all you wonderful peeps who attended my workshop at Kira's this past weekend! I had a BLAST and it was all because of you! And Kira, of course!

Playing Catch Up!

Taletha — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:52:25 GMT

I've had lots going on in the past couple of months, so I haven't been on Tribe much. BUT I'm drifting back into Internet Land very slowly. Here's what's coming up on my end: THIS weekend (Jan. 9-10) Kira's Oasis workshop and performance. The 24th: NUCLEAR HAFLACAUST with Asrar Al Badra (see Rya's cool poster for details). The 30th: Ahel El Nagam at Perkfection February 7: Workshop and hafla in Lafayette. Details as they become available. I'm pretty sure my favorite Troubs will be there too!!! Feb. 27: Ahel El Nagam at Perkfection. February 28th: Ahel El Nagam at Blue Mountain. March 28: Ahel El Nagam at Blue Mountain. End of April: Here's your heads up that the Crescent Moon Dance Company will be hosting Sri TaraSita for their annual workshop! May 2: Workshop and performance in Beckley, WV! June 27-28: Gothalyptic 2009 BABY! But you know I can't give any of the good stuff away this early! Class Schedule: My class schedule hasn't yet changed for the new year. But if/when it does, I will be sure to announce it. Tuesdays - Beginning/Intermediate 6-7 p.m. at Yoga East 1121-1125 E Kentucky Thursdays - Beginning/Intermediate 5:30-6:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced 6:30-7:30 All That Dance 2508 Plantside Drive Private lessons are still available, of course. =oD Happy New Year! Taletha

Wise Words

Taletha — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 15:35:09 GMT

"And if there come the singers and the dancers and the flute players, - buy of their gifts also. For they too are gatherers of fruit and frankincense, and that which they bring, though fashioned of dreams, is raiment and food for your soul. " Khalil Gibran

Well, If I Didn't Win...

Taletha — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 03:58:30 GMT

And I'm pretty sure I didn't. I'd still like to thank everyone who got me nominated for the Zaghareet Golden Belly Awards - Best Ethnic Dancer this year. The nomination was an honor in and of itself! I'm blessed to have people out there who believe in me and my efforts as a dancer. *squish!*

Asrar Al Badra Clip Is Up!

Taletha — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 05:32:08 GMT

It only took me almost 10 months to finally do it! The editing is a bit rough, but the idea is that you see how freaking awesome they were their very FIRST performance! =oD If you don't remember my gushing over this performance. What happened was there was no one to stop and start the music so we basically danced a 25 minute marathon. They fell RIGHT into place one performance after another with NO breaks! The formations were tight, the mess-ups were minimal. *squee!* I'm so proud! *double squish!* http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfDI13N0QC0

POSTPONED - Belly Dance Spectacular!

Taletha — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:50:48 GMT

Due to a large number of circumstances outside of anyone's control, Belly Dance Spectacular has been postponed until 2009. Stay tuned for a new date!

Date Change! Taletha and Matthew Elliott at Road to Morocco

Taletha — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 00:49:33 GMT

It's now on the 13th of September NOT the 6th!

Carnival of Evil: Dreadful Playthings! Oct. 4th and 5th!

Taletha — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:52:36 GMT

Dreadful Playthings! Location: Leapin' Lizard Gallery 726 Main St Covington KY 41011 Doors open at 6:00 on both nights. The Saturday show starts at 8:00 PM and the Sunday show starts at 7:00 PM. Ticket Prices: $20 in advance $25 at the door (2 for $40 at the door) Tickets go on sale August 1st at http://www.zaharastangledweb.com/Carnival2008.html

Matthew Elliott and Taletha at Road to Morocco!

Taletha — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:36:52 GMT

Saturday, September 6th 2008! It was so much fun the first time we're doing it again! Road to Morocco is bringing Matthew and Taletha back for another night of belly dance, great wine, and tasty food! Road to Morocco 308 W. Chestnut Louisville, KY 40202 Call 502-376-5855 for information! Show starts at 7 p.m. $5 Cover 21+ Only

Workshop Page Updated

Taletha — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 07:08:25 GMT

I've added a lot of information to my workshops page, including a system for determining the level of the workshops themselves, which is something I've wanted to do for awhile. I've also added 3 new workshop subjects to my list! Check it out! http://taletha.com/workshops.htm And for those of you in Kira's (Oasis) neck of the woods, keep an eye out for something in January! And you thought you were rid of me! =oO

Gothalyptic Vids

Taletha — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:26:02 GMT

A lovely Muse has posted some footage from the Gothalyptic show. It was HANDS down the best belly dance show I've seen! And I'm not just saying that 'cause I'm with TL2 and am friends with most of the dancers. =op As soon as Letha and I have a chance to review the stuff we got, we may post some of that as well. Thank you, our lovely Muse. =oD http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=gothalyptic&search_type= [Paris trip blog coming soon maybe! Still recovering from the jet lag!] P.S. Oh! And no vid of the UBER TaraSita performance yet! So I'm basically just teasing you with this photo! heheee! *luvs on TaraSita*

Haha! You Think I'm Going to Rest Now?

Taletha — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:33:22 GMT

Well, you're WRONG! Here comes Belly Dance Spectacular! September 27, 2008 at the Clifton Center! Pre-ticket sales have officially started! For the month of July ONLY, you will be able to get your show tickets for $10! Belly dance spectacular is your chance to catch a glimpse of the beautiful world of Middle Eastern dance! It is the combined effort of three Louisville area belly dance troupes: Asrar Al Badra, Gypsies of the Nile, and Troupe Oasis. Our mission is to bring a professional quality belly dance show to the Louisville area not only for the enjoyment of the belly dance community, but also to help broaden the horizons of those who are curious about this ages old art form. At belly dance spectacular you will see the colorful, shimmering costumes of Egyptian style belly dance, the earthy and adorned costumes of American Tribal Style and Tribal Fusion, the dark and modern costumes of Gothic Belly dance. You will hear anything from the traditional sounds of the Middle East to the electronic sounds of the West. And most importantly, you will see the strong and sensual movements that make belly dance the enchanting, inspirational and respected art form it is. Location The Clifton Center 2117 Payne Street Louisville, KY 40206 Show Time Doors open at 7 p.m. - Show starts at 8 p.m. Ticket Prices The month of July ONLY: $10 After July: $18 at the door $15 before the show Students and Seniors: $10 Groups of 10 or more: $12 per person Children 6 and under: Free How to Get Your Ticket? You can pre-purchase your belly dance spectacular tickets for $10 from any of the troupe members and directors performing in the show. Remember this is for the month of July ONLY! You can e-mail Isis at isisofindiana@aol.com with the following information: Your full name The number of tickets you would like to purchase The names of the people for whom you are reserving tickets Visit http://www.bellydancespectacular.com/ for more information!

We pwned Gothalyptic!

Taletha — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:30:46 GMT

We kicked its azz! Thank you for helping us in our pwnage! On behalf of TL2 Productions, I'd like to thank everyone who made Gothalyptic possible! We had excellent teachers, enthusiastic students, scrumptious vendors and the show...wow! The show! As event organizers doing a festival for the first time, we really couldn't have asked for it to go any better. We WILL be doing it again next year! So now, here's a question for you! Who do you want us to bring in next year? Throw us some names and we'll see what we can do! Prepare yourselves for Gothalyptic 2009! Mwahahaaaa!!!! For the record, this year we had.... 4 tasty instructors: Asharah, Sri TaraSita, Zahara, and Taletha. Unfortunately, we were unable to hold the drum workshop. Maybe next year! 5 delectable vedors: The Red Camel, Christiane, Hadara Tribal, Cat's Paw, The Kiswanis 11 irresistible show acts: Christiane (KY), Rhiannon (OH), Hadara (KY), Sidonia (TN), Celeste (IN), Jajira (OH), Taletha (KY), Amirah (IN), Zahara (OH), Sri TaraSita (KY), Asharah (VA) 2 articles in the media: Velocity, The Courier Journal This all = 1 Festival of Gothalyptic Proportions!

Gothalyptic in the Courier Journal!

Taletha — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:59:52 GMT

There are a few errors in the facts, but the reporter did a great job of covering most of the important points of the interview and she was cool! There's a short video to go along with the story as well! Let's hear it for Letha for getting us this media attention! http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080627/SCENE05/806270361/1011/SCENE&referrer=NEWSFRONTCAROUSEL

Gothalyptic in Velocity

Taletha — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:50:10 GMT

I know, I post the same thing everywhere all the time. Gotta cover all the bases! Anyhow, this is the BEST write up I've seen about belly dance locally. I'll post as soon as the Courier Journal stuff comes out too! http://www.velocityweekly.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080625/VELOCITY02/806250483/1066

July 26 - Road to Morocco

Taletha — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:53:20 GMT

Fine wine and fine dancing in one place! Road to Morocco presents an evening of belly dance with Matthew Elliott of Lexington and Taletha! Road to Morocco 308 W. Chestnut Louisville, KY 40202 Call 502-376-5855 for information! Show starts at 7 p.m. $5 Cover 21+ Only

Trying to pay via PayPal for Gothalyptic?

Taletha — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:12:42 GMT

PayPal has done some kind of security thing to the TL2 account and has therefore limited the amount of funds we can accept through that account. Figures they would do that NOW. Anyhow, until we take the proper steps to remove that limit, we will be accepting payments to janedoeprod@aol.com. We will also be accepting money at the door. Please tell anyone who has attempted to pay online to resubmit a payment to janedoeprod@aol.com ! I'm sorry for the inconvenience this has caused anyone, but we'll get you registered!

June 21 - Cuba Libre

Taletha — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 03:12:23 GMT

Hope to see you there!

15 Days Left!

Taletha — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:22:21 GMT

To get the pre-registration prices for the Gothalyptic Belly Dance Festival! http://www.tl2productions.com/gothalypticinfo.htm