KC Fringe "Glamorous Belly Dance" review by Sadiah68

A Glamorous glimpse of Cairo Belly Dance!

Rating: 5

Glamorous Belly Dance

KC Fringe Festival

I've studied Middle Eastern dance for 20+ years & found this show to be a gorgeous display of classic Egyptian cabaret-style belly dance.  Zaghareet and bravo ladies!

The first half showcased 6 very lovely solo dancers, performing traditional isolated belly dance movements, to classic Egyptian songs.  These ladies wore fabulously glamorous costumes!  One costume most audience members won't be familiar with was a beautiful black Assuit dress, worn by Zada.  These Egyptian dresses are works of art in themselves, with the black fabric patterned with hand-crimped pieces of silver.  I found it a nice touch to include this very traditional costume.

What a surprising delight to hear Darrell Brogdon, host of radio's Retro Cocktail Hour, introducing songs in the second set.  Music in this set was not typical belly dance music, so the introductions were informative and interesting.  The second set introduced at least 5 more beautiful dancers, several group dances and the use of veils and fans.

The show was a good mix of music, costumes and dances.

My favorite piece, performed by Zada Al Gaziyeh, was a study in graceful, captivating arms and hand movements.  Her grace is something most dancers will never master during a long belly dance career; this was simply mesmerizing.

Go enjoy this glamorous glimpse of Cairo belly dance!