Monali's Classes
Biography
Monali is an Indo-Canadian trained dancer who has studied multiple dance forms around the world. Her background is in traditional Indian style of dances including Bharatnatyam, Kathak and Folk, which has provided her with a deep love of cultural representation in movement.
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She brings this same sensitivity and focus on representation to her love of Raqs Sharqi and has been learning, performing and competing in Egyptian and American Cabaret style Belly dance for the last few years.
As a dancer, she has had the privilege to be part of professional dance groups and has had the amazing opportunity to perform on national stages.
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Monali has been teaching children’s workshop classes in and around Houston, TX and will continue do so now in Tulsa, OK. She also holds a teacher’s Level 1 Certification from the Ahlam Academy of Middle Eastern Dance.
Bollybelly Through the Ages
Monali will be exploring the history of bollywood and introducing the different eras. She will talk about the evolution of bollywood in dance styles, costuming and influence. Monali will highlight teaching the basics of the Classic Hindi cinema era (1970s to 1980s) and teach a fusion choreography influenced by the biggest artist at that time.
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Cost $70