Links
Local Instruction and Performance
Jamileh performs and teaches Middle Eastern dance in various locations throughout southern Maine. Many local dancers have studied with her.
Adira performs and teaches a high-energy, fun and soulful version of bellydance, as well as Bellyrobics and other exercise classes.
Ayperi is a local performance favorite. She teaches in Portland and Yarmouth.
Kamileh is a powerful, spiritual dancer, located in Freeport, Maine.
Naya's Trance is the local bellydance performance troupe. Several of their members also teach; visit their website for details.
Josephina is a beautiful, expressive performer. She teaches belly dance in Bath, Maine.
Datura Night Bloom — the incomparable Heléna Melone. Flamenco and bellydance pioneer. A force of nature with impeccable technique, based in Montville, ME.
Bangor Belly Dance — Middle Eastern Dance in Bangor, Maine
Okbari are talented musicians who perform regularly with dancers in Portland and further afield. Eric LaPerna of Okbari also teaches classes in Middle Eastern drumming.
Influences, Colleagues, and Friends
Fat Chance Belly Dance — The original American Tribal Style dance company. Their director, Carolena Nericcio, is the creatrix of ATS.
Joy Herbst and Celadon Tribal — a Fat Chance certified teacher, and versatile performer.
Information and Networking
Shira.net
Shira’s extensive website can provide the answer to most any general bellydance question.
Belly Dance in Maine - and Beyond! on Tribe.net
Discussion and information about belly dance in Maine, on social networking site Tribe.net.