Backstage spaces are tight, shared, and a little chaotic. A few simple habits of courtesy and safety go a long way toward keeping the show running smoothly for everyone.
Backstage Etiquette for Bellydancers Read More »
Your participants registered for your event. They did not register to become your emotional support team, communication system, or group-chat audience.
A Plea to Event Organizers Read More »
Hiring a Bellydance performer? Discover what questions to ask, what a professional performance should include, realistic pricing, cultural considerations, and expert tips to help you choose the right entertainer for your celebration.
Bellydance has so many great benefits! Let’s explore just a few of the amazing elements that make it so wonderful. Come for the sparkle. Stay for the celebration.
Why Bellydance Is Great for Body, Mind & Soul Read More »
Every year, when this Hafla rolls around, I find myself packing a bag and making the trip to Brockville, and I never regret it.
Why I Keep Coming Back to the Brockville Hafla Read More »
When Siobhan performed at Aziza’s Dreamcamp, she moved me! She stood out among a room full of strong professionals. That’s why I am bringing her to Ottawa this August. Don’t miss this workshop!
Why You (Yes, You) Need to Be at the Siobhan Camille Workshop in Ottawa Read More »
In 2021 I chose to stop using my dance name; listening carefully to the concerns of native dancers, evolving my practice, and honoring the cultures that inspire my art.
What’s In A Name? Letting Go Of My Dance Name Read More »
Your first professional Bellydance gig is more than a solo — it’s about preparation, music, costuming, offstage professionalism, and fair rates. This post offers practical guidance to help new dancers show up confident, polished, and respected.
You Booked a Gig: How to Show Up Like a Professional Bellydancer Read More »
Dancing socially is not the same as working professionally. Before you accept paid gigs, you need clear terms, solid boundaries, and answers to every booking question. Professionalism starts long before the music plays; not in a last-minute panic after you have already said yes.
Presenting a Professional Front: What You Need Before You Start Taking Gigs Read More »
No secrets here! I believe that transparent pricing empowers clients, protects our dance community, and makes hiring a professional Bellydancer easier, clearer, and more respectful. Duniya Studio publicly shares our rates so you can plan with ease, skip the haggling, and enjoy beautiful, honest dance.
Why I’m Choosing to Publish Our Performance Rates Read More »