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Learn About One of The Top Entertainers in Greater Orlando

Learn more about Jennifer’s experiences traveling the globe, teaching Bellydance workshops, competing, and performing at both private functions and large industry events. As one of the top entertainers Greater Orlando has to offer, her resume and experience are well-respected.

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Resume

Summary

Experienced belly dance entertainer in Greater Orlando, FL offering luxury Middle Easter style bellydance performances for events since 2007. Her mission is to share the joy Middle Eastern dance and culture has given her to others and bring the music to life.

Public Venue Experience

Takis Greek and Italian Restaurant – Nov. 2008 – Nov. 2020

Taverna Opa Nov. 2007 – Aug. 2014

Arabian Nights Dec. 2008 – Dec. 2013

Disney (Morocco Pavilion) March 2010 – June 2010

Awards

1st Runner Up: Bellydancer of The Year 2015

1st Place: Bellydancer of The World Oriental 2013

1st Place: Bellydancer of The World Folklore 2013

1st Runner Up: Bellydancer of The World Fantasy Fusion 2013

1st Runner Up: Miami Bellydance Competition Professional

2012 1st Place Ya Halla Ya’ll Professional Soloist 2012

Photographers Choice/People’s Choice 2012

1st Place Stellar Pro Soloist 2012

Career Highlights

Instructor for some of the largest industry conventions:

MEDA Connecticut
BVI- Master Class Weekend Colorado
Sadie’s Raq N’ Rhythms Retreat
Miami Bellydance Convention,
Bellydance Masters
River City Raqs
A plethora of workshops across Florida
Texas: Karavansa Studio
Ya Halla Ya’ll Dominican Republic- Bellydance Deluxe

In The Media

Interview on Afro Tv’s “The Lowdown with James Yon”

Writer- Fanoos Magazine

Author- The Bellydance Competition Handbook

DVD – Shimmies on The Downs?

Billboards- Taverna Opa

Radio- Los Anormales

Writer for Yallah Magazine

Featured in numerous magazines

Community Central TV Special

Where does Bellydance Come From?

While the origin of the dance is widely debated, this is one of the oldest forms of dance and hails from the Middle East, Mediterranean North Africa, and Gulf. Origin theories describe the dance form as being used during celebrations such as child birthing, weddings and other major events pertaining to the fertility of the land. While much remains to be known, one thing is for sure, in today’s day and age, bellydance is quickly changing, fusing, and the need to strongly educate spectators ande dancers on its cultural roots and origins is of utter importance in preserving what makes raqs sharqi unique in this ever changing genre. The word “bellydance” itself is a misnomer. The correct term is raqs sharqi or raqs beledi. Each country is divided into regions and each region is further divided into its own villages and towns. In all of these regions, a distinct dance can be seen ( a result of the people, way of life, resources, and etc. of each village). Understanding the nuances is a great challenge as a performer but very much what keeps professional dancers motivated to continue to learn more. This is why it is imperative to travel and spend time with MEAHT people.

Bringing a Taste of the Middle East To Florida

Jennifer: Our club; The Mid-Atlantic Club of The Villages; enjoyed your performance immensely. Your dancing was graceful and beautiful and your ability to interact with the crowd and bring them into the performance was wonderful and made the night considerable fun. We are one of the oldest social clubs in The Villages and have been meeting every month for many years. Your lovely and talented dancing and professionalism made the night one of the best club nights ever. Thanks for a great night.

Hilda Brooks

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Have a story you would like to share to the world? Raqs Sharki changed my life and it has led to so much happiness and kindness to be spread. Simply call me today to discuss your vision.

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