Moments Sharing

The Astro Beastie

UrvashiChandani — Thu, 08 May 2008 18:01:49 GMT

Serpens performance announced :)

UrvashiChandani — Thu, 08 May 2008 02:55:09 GMT

.."MIDNIGHT, May 10--bellydancers, TBM CD promo, 3 DJs, 2 vendors, free cake... Midnight's always a little bit like Las Vegas--with great shows, music, drinks, complimentary food options, and a weekly drawing that gives everyone who enters a chance to go home a winner. This Saturday is a perfect example. We've booked not one but two exotic bellydancing acts (Serpens, Shaell) that we know you won't be able to resist. Combine them with a CD release party for The Birthday Massacre, three hot DJs (Phae, DuJour, Gleek), two impressive vendors (radio-active- music.com, Maile Man), and all the usual extras, all for just a $5.00 cover, and we bet you can't find any better deal--especially given our admission and drink discounts-- in D.C. for sure! BELLYDANCERS! Our headline act this Saturday is Serpens; and, as some of you may already suspect given the name, they not only perform the ancient Eastern art but do so accompanied by live snakes! Serpens is a relatively new group, but both of its members have studied bellydancing for many years. Urvashi is well known in Washington bellydancing circles, currently a leader of the troupe Gypsy Hips. Farasha, a licensed veterinary technician by day, also performs with the group Rhythm and Cues. Dancing together with their pair of boas, they'll leave you amazed and begging for more. Opening for Serpens will be Shaell, a Midnight regular much admired in the local gothic scene for her dance floor moves and stylish dress. Serpens will be filming this appearance, and you can take pictures as well. However, in order to guarantee the safety of the snakes (and our attendees), and to keep The Meeting Place's insurers happy, we've imposed a strict "no interaction" policy. Only Serpens members and their assistants will be able to hold or touch the snakes, and close- up shots will be prohibited. Bring your zoon lens. This is going to be a "don't miss" show for sure!.."

Serpens to Debut at Club Midnight 10 May ! Shimmies, Swords and Snakes. . .OH MY!

UrvashiChandani — Tue, 06 May 2008 00:55:18 GMT

Farasha (Ellen) and I are sooo excited about our Debut performance at Midnight THIS SATURDAY! Come see us charm and enchant with our serpent dance partners Bhakti and Orianna! Both our babies are 5'-6' Columbian Boas and oh sooo beautiful ! Be mystified Be mezmerized but most importantly, Be there! ;) 1707 L Street, NW, Washington, D.C. (half a block from the Farragut North Metro station) Show begins at 11:45p Thank you Dark Gypsy / Shael for working out this opportunity for us :)

MAY 17, 2008: SECOND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL HERDELJEZI (ROMA/GYPSY) MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL

UrvashiChandani — Sun, 04 May 2008 18:06:09 GMT

I will be assisting the vending at the Festival with Farasha :) http://wmfolklifecenter.org/annual_festival07 Lots of Tribal goodies Hairfalls Flowers (designed by Farasha and Urvashi) Cholis (hand made by Ellen and Annie (Farasha and Annesh) Skirts Jewelry BRAND NEW Maduro's "Siege" CD Come by and say Hi! :)

My photo of Carolena

UrvashiChandani — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 01:55:26 GMT

I am so proud and honored that Carolena is using my photo that I took of her for her post cards as well as on her site AND the latest use is on the back cover of their new DVD. I just came across a post and saw someone was inspired to paint it as well! Here is the thread: http://tribes.tribe.net/fatchancebellydance/photos/4a8c071f-e4b3-4fda-92dd-c4a521a6acf9 So so flattered :)

Tonight !

UrvashiChandani — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:26:06 GMT

Thursday, April 24, 2008 more on this date 9:00 PM Price: $10 Don't miss the mesmerizing talent of some of DC's best belly dancers: Samira Shuruk, Sammati, Mayyadah, Urvashi, Katrina and Asharah. Steet Address is: 1210 H Street NE Washington DC 20002

"May I Quote You!??" Do you ask permission?

UrvashiChandani — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:27:53 GMT

I was curious about this. I have read other articles that say that if you want to use a quote for a testimonial or something that you should, out of respect, ask the person if you may use their quote. I would like both personal opinion, as well as true proper, respectful etiquette on quoting a statement someone made to you :) Thank you!!

Chacarron Macarron

UrvashiChandani — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 16:57:41 GMT

a little something to get you to go . . ."HUH??" and maybe laugh a little? :D http://brainsalad97.imeem.com/video/UZLjnBHw/el_mudo_chacarron_macarron_art_video/

The Second Annual Belly Dance Convention

UrvashiChandani — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 14:09:32 GMT

Tiraz Dance Network - Featured in the April edition of Northern Virginia Magazine- Presents The Second Annual Belly Dance Convention Saturday, April 12 11am to 2:00pm, the Carver Center 200 Willie Palmer Way, Purcellville , VA 20132 Entrance fee is $5 Tiraz Members enter FREE! Reconnect with friends and meet new dancers! Shop ‘til you drop! An exceptional line up of vendors featuring merchandise for every style dancer of every skill level: accessories, jewelry, costumes, clothing, music and video!!! Presentations and performances by our featured members: *Turkish Romany dance performance by Kostana *Tribal dance presentation by troupe “Rhythm & Cues” * Miramar presents her stage version of the Bedouin wedding dance, Hagallah! *Dabke line dance demonstration and participation by native Egyptian Yousra “Yucy” el Banan and the “Belly Dance For Life Troupe” PLUS… *Cabaret performance by Aliya. AND MORE… Experts will be on site to give you personal attention and help you become the dancer you were meant to be: * Gerson Kuhr, The Fitness Pharaoh: Personal trainer, fitness expert and producer of popular DVD “Core Training for Belly Dancers.” *Sally’s Veils: Veil designer and dancer Sally, a.k.a. Zraya will have one of a kind silk veils on sale, take custom orders, and offer tips for dancing and caring for your delicate veils. *Cleo’s Closet, owned and operated by Nimeera : Northern Virginia ’s first and only retail store devoted exclusively to the Art of Belly Dance will bring her store to you! AND… by popular demand, they will bring Eye Kandy Glitter! Let Nimeera and her staff show you how to put your best hip forward… in class, on stage and on the town! PLUS…enjoy a rare shopping opportunity with many vendors of quality merchandise to enhance your dance experience. See you there! Visit www.tirazdancenetwork.com

Gypsy Caravan DVDs?

UrvashiChandani — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 03:52:46 GMT

Howdy! I am in search of used Gypsy Caravan DVD collection to expand my tribal edumacation :) Anyone sellin' any ? Fank youz! :)

Rhythm & Cues Performing at Tiraz Belly Dance Convention!

UrvashiChandani — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:35:30 GMT

Come and support our local artists and see us perform a delicous set ! April 12, 2008 Vending and shows and workshops oh my! . . a bellydancer dream . . . More info coming soon! www.tirazdancenetwork.com/events.aspx

The Foundation For A Better Life . . .

UrvashiChandani — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 22:06:36 GMT

I can't help but to be inspired and moved by the commercials. One of my favorite quotes "Be the change you want to see in the world..." Mahatma Gandhi http://www.forbetterlife.org/be_inspired/tv.asp?id=1094 http://www.forbetterlife.org/

My new addiciton

UrvashiChandani — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:44:39 GMT

If you dont have Dish satellite tv, here is one fantastic reason to subscribe. I can't stop watching it!! http://www.veria.com/portal/site/NWC-TV

Santas Lap

UrvashiChandani — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 19:07:42 GMT

I just can't help myself!!! I must share good stuff when I find it! :) HAHAHAHAHA!!! *SNORT!* http://www.songagram.com/Merry_Christmas_to_You/I_Farted_On_Santas_Lap.htm

"Santa Claus is Freaking Me Out!" ~ Lord Weatherby

UrvashiChandani — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:44:15 GMT

I LOVE THIS SONG !!!!! http://www.btpodshow.com/music/?artist_id=6678

Install Love

UrvashiChandani — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 16:29:42 GMT

Installing Love Tech Support: Yes, how can I help you? Customer: Well, after much consideration, I've decided to install Love. Can you guide me through the process? Tech Support: Yes. I can help you. Are you ready to proceed? Customer: Well, I'm not very technical, but I think I'm ready. What do I do first? Tech Support: The first step is to open your Heart. Have you located your Heart? Customer: Yes, but there are several other programs running now. Is it okay to install Love while they are Running? Tech Support: What programs are running? Customer: Let's see, I have Past Hurt, Low Self-Esteem, Grudge and Resentment running right now. Tech Support: No problem, Love will gradually erase Past Hurt from your current operating system. It may remain in your permanent memory but it will no longerd disrupt other programs. Love will eventually override Low Self-Esteem with a module of its own called High Self-Esteem. However, you have to completely turn off Grudge and Resentment. Those programs prevent Love from being properly installed. Can you turn those off? Customer: I don't Know how to turn them off. Can you tell me how? Tech Support: With pleasure. Go to your start menu and invoke Forgiveness. Do this as many times as necessary until Grudge and Resentment have been completely erased. Customer: Okay, done! Love has started installing itself. Is that normal? Tech Support: Yes, but remember that you have only the base program. You need to begin connecting to other Hearts in order to get the upgrades. Customer: Oops! I have an error message already. It says, "Error - Program not run on external components." What should I do? Tech Support: Don't worry. It means that the Love program is set up to run on Internal Hearts, but has not yet been run on your Heart. In non-technical terms, it simply means you have to Love yourself before you can Love others. Customer: So, what should I do? Tech Support: Pull down Self-Acceptance; then click on the following files: Forgive-Self; Realise Your Worth; and Acknowledge your Limitations. Customer: Okay, done. Tech Support: Now, copy them to the "My Heart" directory. The system will overwrite any conflicting files and begin patching faulty programming Also, you need to delete Verbose Self-Criticism from all directories and empty your Recycle Bin to make sure it is completely gone and never comes back. Customer: Got it. Hey! My heart is filling up with new files. Smile is playing on my monitor and Peace and Contentment are copying themselves all over My Heart. Is this normal ? Tech Support: Sometimes. For others it takes awhile, but eventually everything gets it at the proper time. So Love is installed and running. One more thing before We hang up. Love is Freeware. Be sure to give it and its various modules to everyone you meet. They will in turn share it with others and return some cool modules back to you. Customer: Thank you

Its that time of year again!!! MY FAVORITE HOLIDAY SONG OF ALL TIME!!! are ya ready for it!! :)

UrvashiChandani — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 17:22:21 GMT

http://www.minibite.com/christmas/hippo.htm

Why not do it in your sleeve? :)

UrvashiChandani — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 15:51:16 GMT

http://www.coughsafe.com/media.html

Solo Debut Video

UrvashiChandani — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 04:18:22 GMT

okay, be gentle . . here it is. I had a great time :) http://gallery.mac.com/urvashi.chandani#100040 p.s. any constructive criticism is welcome via a private message to me :) Thanks!! :) this was performed freestyle improv...

I survived my first SOLO!! Woohoo!!

UrvashiChandani — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:39:59 GMT

What a fun night! It was great meeting the Tiraz dancers and sharing a very memborable evening with my sweetie pie Norm, my first dance instructor and dear friend Nadhira, my very dear friend and troupe Gypsy Hips sistah Kiona, my Rhythm & Cues sistahs and dear friends Farasha (and Olivia cutieface her daugher) and Aneesh. I managed to make my costume without any patterns and straight from my imagination and it turned out pretty damn good I must say. There is nothing better than staying up until 4am Saturday morning to put the final touches in place. Thought I still had a few things to put together Sunday morning . . it seems to be an unavoidable happenstance for me. I try to have everything done the day before but somehow I manage to still have things to do hours before the show :) The Tiraz ladies, resturaunt and audience were wonderful and very supportive :) it was a great way to break in my first solo. I was nervous until it was time for me start dancing . . I was surprisingly very comfortable. I did not do choreography, so I was freestylin' in my Raks Eclectique way :) It was well received and over before I knew it! I have video so I will post it soon (probably tonight) on my .mac site for better resolution. I know there were alot of flashes going off so I can't wait to see the photos! Thank you Farasha for taking pixies and running up to me after I danced and sat down to give me a hug, it meant the world to me :) It really did :) Thanks for the photos Farasha!!! :)

Kassar Workshop and Holiday Hafla!!!

UrvashiChandani — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 22:08:00 GMT

SPREAD THE WORD... The amazing duo from the north is gracing us with their presence here in DC, Sunday Dec 8th for a tribal fusion belly dance workshop! And following the workshop we'll be celebrating the holidays at our HOLIDAY HAFLA! open to people interested the tribal belly dance community in the DC area! Melanie and Karin began their history together as a collaboration for a New Jersey Renaissance Kingdom performance. From there, the duo Kassar was born. They have been dancing together as Kassar for the past seven years, all the while studying with numerous instructors of the tribal persuasion. Between them, they also bring a background rich in formal ballet training, West African dance, tango fusion and Indian dance technique. This has culminated in the development of their own unique, highly-acclaimed style of tribal bellydance. Kassar has since grown to both teach workshops and perform nationwide. They are extremely pleased and excited to be teaching their first workshop in the DC area. www.kassar Layers & Isolations Workshop $45 Think you have mastered your isolations? Join Kassar for a workshop that will push your boundaries and train your mind and body to connect and move in unique ways. We'll layer basic isolations, expanding your technique repertoire and movement vocabulary. An open mind and a basic mastery of tribal isolations is recommended, but not required. This challenging workshop is open to belly dancers of all levels. register at www.dctribal.com Location McLean School of Ballet & Jazz 1437 Emerson Avenue McLean, VA 22101 Click here to view a map of the studio location, or visit Google maps to obtain detailed directions. followed by our Holiday Hafla!!!!! $10 Join DCTribal as we celebrate the holiday season with some dancing and live music! Bring your hip scarf, drum, food & friends to enjoy the evening's festivities. There will be a few performances and a some surprises. Hafla Dec 8th 4-8pm more information at dctribal.com see you there!!!

Rhythm & Cues Tribal Belly Dance first Tribal Cafe this Sunday sunday sunday! 25 Nov

UrvashiChandani — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 02:12:34 GMT

Soooooo excited to dance at Asylum for DC Tribals Tribal Cafe! The last one this year so I hope I see lots of ya beauties there yipp'in us on! This holiday, I have plenty to be thankful for. I am thankful belly dance. Because of it, I have been blessed with the friends I have made and the experiences I have encountered. I can't imagine my life any other way now. Thank you all :) *big giant squish!!*

Recommendations for website hosting/creating for troupe web sites

UrvashiChandani — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 16:37:38 GMT

I was hoping someone would be able to offer suggestions on the best route to go for web hosting / domain registration ect.. right now I am using yahoo for my domain registering and citymax for my web with redirecting in yahoo to get the website name to show without the citymax added to it. ie www.gypsyhips.com or www.gypsyhips.net or www.gypsyhips.us are all hosted by citymax with the domain purchased through yahoo. am I making any sense? Can ya help? :)

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street ~and~ HORRORFEST 2007!!

UrvashiChandani — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 15:37:37 GMT

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Trailer for Tim Burton's new movie starring Johnny Depp, "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street". http://www.craveonline.com/share/v/6024 Horrorfest 2007 Main event trailer for After Dark Films' 2007 Horrorfest. http://www.craveonline.com/share/v/5997

Movie Recommendation

UrvashiChandani — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 19:22:38 GMT

Hideous Kinky Beautiful. from imdb: "Hideous Kinky is the story of two sisters (seven and five years old) traveling with their hippie mother from London to Morocco in the late 60's." http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0136244/plotsummary