tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9864263611044815602024-11-05T18:55:45.655-08:00Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-35698660870485879292014-10-21T17:38:00.000-07:002014-10-21T17:38:20.041-07:00

Delilah Here! *waves*  :D Northwest Bellydance is still right where it was, being fantastically directed by the Amazing Nefabit! (Not that I am proud of my daughter or anything) Mystik Dream is now reborn in Dixie Land! That's right! Due to a strange and wild course of events, I've moved to Starkville, Mississippi, my hometown. There is quite a bellydance void in this area, so while I'm

Delilahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09064341374713384322noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-47238865596208488242011-12-22T13:47:00.000-08:002011-12-22T13:48:22.470-08:00

It's spring cleaning here at Mystik Dream and (almost) everything must go! We're selling group costumes, solo costumes, veils (Akai Silks and Shibori Borealis), props, skirts, pants, you name it. Let's just say our two closets got trimmed down to one closet.We mostly have classical/cabaret stuff but we have some awesome tribal goodies as well.We have many brand new unused items including

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Hello dancers! I've been thinking about the company lately, and I'd like to create a kind of gateway opportunity for students to work with the company on a level suitable to their experience. Rather than having this huge gap from the start of training to the possibility of auditioning for the company, I thought it would be good to create parts in the company's repertoire that can be

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Hello students! Major changes are happening here at Mystik Dream! First, we are pleased to announce that you can now create an account to register for new classes, sign up for a drop in, workshop or private lesson, mark yourself as absent, check your balance, and more! We can also process credit cards online, over the phone and in person! Check it out here! https://www.thestudiodirector.com/

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-16728211300025222082011-10-02T13:54:00.000-07:002011-10-02T13:54:20.828-07:00

Well, Almishkal 2011 was a success! We had a few hiccups in the show - a bra with stage fright, beads on the floor and a great big SPLAT in my solo - but all that only adds to the showbiz experience! I always say - it's not about a lack of mistakes, it's about recovering gracefully. I'm still not sure about the final attendance headcount, but we're estimating around 150. I've received a ton of

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Hello all! Time for a much-overdue blog post! Lots happening so read on for the latest! As requested, there will be a special choreography class Tuesday September 20th at 4:00 to work on the intermediate choreography, as well as to sign up to perform the choreography at Almishkal September 30th! We have prepull tickets available for sale - don't forget to pick some up for your friends and family

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-27753686794004337972011-08-10T14:15:00.000-07:002011-08-10T14:15:31.612-07:00

Hello everyone! Our studio has been nominated in Krem 2's Best of Spokane Competition! We are currently in 5th place (thank you to those who already voted!!) but we are competing against big names in town so we need your help! Please vote for us by following the link above - it's easy and you can use your facebook account! We have a deal on classes up for anyone who votes!! Get a month for half

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Hi everyone! D here! :) We are happy to announce that the Mystik Dream Dance Studio now has Air Conditioning!!! *shivers with glee*

Delilahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09064341374713384322noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-54160010691332906032011-08-08T14:17:00.000-07:002011-08-08T14:17:55.888-07:00

Hello everyone! As you know, we have our show Almishkal coming up on September 30th and will be benefiting the Bing Crosby Theatre! The poster is in the works right now, and when it's done, we will have a special rewards program set up. For every poster you can get put up, you will earn a dollar credit towards classes, no limit! If you have the time to get 40 posters up then you will earn a month

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-82418644003165960062011-07-12T15:36:00.000-07:002011-07-12T15:36:42.110-07:00

Hello everyone! I'm offering a special insider's deal for current students only - pay for the next session in advance and I'll give you 12 weeks for only $75.00 (normal price $100.00)! This is the lowest price of the year, so don't pass it up! :) Thank you everyone for your continued support! Also - it looks like we might be auditioning for Spokane's Got Talent, so stay tuned!

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-68730487292156746922011-07-11T13:21:00.000-07:002011-07-11T13:21:40.635-07:00

Hello everyone! I'm looking at placing another order for dancewear soon, and I want to make sure I order colors that will sell well! Take a look at the photo and let me know which colors you'd be most likely to wear! Also, our leftover stock will be going on sale!

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Check it out! :D

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-48098752205497723492011-07-01T15:44:00.000-07:002011-07-01T15:44:16.887-07:00

Hello all! Print out and bring in this coupon to save on a whole session! It's almost officially official that Arora will be scheduled for December 16th at the Bing Crosby Theatre. Student auditions for parts in the show will be held the second week of October during usual class times. You will be required to perform the choreography one at a time so practice, practice, practice! If you are

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-14656252618656945252011-05-27T14:47:00.000-07:002011-05-27T14:48:35.977-07:00

Hello all! Nadiyah and Hasnah Haddiya are hosting a hafla and pet food drive tomorrow at A Taste of India on Division - they have amazing food there and the  buffet will be open for 10 or 12 dollars. Free entry for the show but it is a drive for Spokanimal so please bring along a donation of pet food of some kind! This is a great chance to get out and meet people in the community and enjoy

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-334495246452522052011-05-11T12:03:00.000-07:002011-05-11T12:03:02.463-07:00

Having a structure in your practice is very challenging! Many dancers end up staring aimlessly into their mirror unsure of what to do. But a thorough, regular practice is the best tool in a dancer's arsenal. Dedication and finding time are hard, but if dance is a real priority there is no excuse for irregular or (gasp!) total absence of practice. Some dancers mistakingly believe they don't need

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-45379015832376887122011-05-08T11:10:00.000-07:002011-05-08T11:10:14.445-07:00

Hello students! For those of you who have cable I highly reccomend recording or tuning into the show Shimmy on Fit TV. It's a really great practice tool, with good instruction and beautiful production. Check out the preview below! http://www.shimmy.tv/index.html While some of the movements are done slightly different than the way I teach them (usually simplified or emphasizing posture slightly

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-60378924683288190082011-05-02T23:35:00.000-07:002011-05-02T23:35:50.886-07:00

Hello all! I'm happy to announce our most recent brainchild, a student resource that I'm very excited about - a library! We already have a pretty respectable collection of DVDs - instructional, performance and documentary, as well as books and CDs! Also, right now we have a whole bunch of DVDs to sell for 40 to 60 percent off - they don't have the covers, so I'd like to replace the ones

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-66894098157830355882011-04-30T21:38:00.000-07:002011-04-30T21:38:29.469-07:00

The following is from my Facebook notes from January. :) Came across it and thought I'd share here. For any of my serious students, this mentality is what I hope to instill in all of you. Take it to heart! I have not danced in eight. days. My body, as an instrument, is out of tune. I rue the difference I feel after one or two days. Dancing daily results in every muscle memory being fresh in

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Greetings students and dancers! We will be hosting our quarterly (or supposed to be quarterly, cough, choke) souk on Saturday April 29th here at the studio from 3 to 6pm! Come browse the various new and gently used wares including practice wear, costuming, fabric, props, and all kinds of things! Also, we are beginning our newest session May 1st! We will be welcoming new students and a new

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-61973876579314390812011-04-11T00:54:00.000-07:002011-04-11T01:02:37.032-07:00

Koreshakti's performance at the Abney Park show yesterday at the Knitting Factory! Nefabit, Surina, Savvy, and Nicole, You guys RAQ!! :)

Delilahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09064341374713384322noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-61416477682215630802011-03-23T02:04:00.000-07:002011-03-23T02:49:09.547-07:00

We are now carrying a selection of hip scarves, zills, and dancewear.One of our suppliers is an eBay seller, dapeng http://stores.ebay.com/dapeng2009We also have a wholesale account with http://www.bestuwant.com/They are starting to carry the same things as dapeng, but they have lower prices! :)We can place a large order with either of these guys for a 20% discount. We will make a 10% profit, but

Delilahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09064341374713384322noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-50030088140862138162011-03-03T10:53:00.000-08:002011-03-03T11:03:43.599-08:00

This is still my most favorite sword dance of all time.It is from Suhaila Salimpour's theatrical performance Sheherezade.The song is "Edge of Survival" by Ziad Islambouli.

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Here is a list of upcoming events, performances and workshops in and nearby Spokane! Please comment or email if I missed something. :) March 5th 3:00-8:30pm Sultana dancers Hafla Clarion Hotel Ballroom Richland, WA The Sultana Dancers 2011 Annual Hafla is fast approaching! Come check out one of the longest standing belly dance shows in Southeastern Washington with some uber talented dancers

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For a fun treat, give Radio Bastet a listen! Each free podcast features a variety of music from vintage LPS from the 50s through the 80s! So much fun to put on in the background while stretching or practicing! For those of you who collect (like me) this is a great way to preview what the old albums sound like before trying to hunt one down! (Ebay cough, choke) Happy listening!

Nefabithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14802457845637522883noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-986426361104481560.post-52882639658367191442011-02-21T14:39:00.000-08:002011-02-21T14:39:57.427-08:00

"If a student takes the stage, they need to take the stage as a student, being presented as a student. When a professional takes the stage, it needs to be clear through skill and presentation that they are one, without introduction. A professional who is "ready" can take command of any space, even if the attention isn't exclusively on her/him, and make it their own for five minutes,

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