Drake von Trapp's Classes
Biography
Drake von Trapp is a belly dance historian, researcher, teacher, and performer, recognized for his pioneering research on male belly dancers in the U.S.
He holds a BA and MA in Dance, a post-master’s in Multicultural Women’s and Gender Studies from Texas Woman’s University, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Performance Studies at UT Austin.
His biographical and archival work on male belly dancers has sparked generative discussions about history, femmephobia, and Orientalism.
Presently he is working on biographical research about Bert Balladine, as part of a larger genealogical project of formative male figures in US belly dance history.
Old School Flavor, New School Seasoning
It's a throwback! Delve into the world of old school West Coast funsion with influences from Jamila Salimpour, Bal Anat, John Compton, Hahbi'Ru, and more.
This workshop is perfectly suited for anyone wanting to reconnect with their fusion heritage, or for those seeking out some vintage nostalgia.
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Cost $85
Cave Goblin Fusion
Known for his propensity for moving like a cave goblin who learned to belly dance, Drake teaches the fundamentals of his unique “cave goblin” grunge style of fusion.
This class will explore counterintuitive movement pathways, creative floorwork, and body conditioning to unlock the goblin within. Knee pads optional.​
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Cost $85