Adrianne Dancer
Resources for Students
It's important for ANY serious dancer to study the culture, history and current discussions in our art form. Below is a list of books, lectures, programs and more for you to check out.
Journey Through Egypt
Learn about the real dances of Egypt with Sahra Saeeda. JTE 1 & 2 are hosted in a city near you. JTE 3 & 4 take place in Egypt.
JTE 1 is a MUST for anyone studying Egyptian Dance.
Farida Fahmy Thesis
Learn about the history of the Reda Troupe and their influence on the dances of Egypt. Download her thesis for an amazing journey.
Learn about the history of the Reda Troupe and their influence on the dances of Egypt. Download her thesis for an amazing journey.
2016 Look at Contemporary Cairo Dancing
Learn about the current (2016-2017) state of Egyptian dance in Cairo as performed by native Egyptians. Researched and written by Christine M Shain (Shiraz).
In Our Own Words
The Cairo Dance scene explained by those working and living in Cairo
The Fez Documentary
Learn about the history of American Belly Dance on the West Coast.
Dancers- Documentary
Watch this very real look into the world of Egyptian Dance. Be warned- this is the kind of real-life experience most dancers in Egypt face.
MENAT Dance Geeks
Lectures by current dancers discussing their unique perspectives and journeys in this art form.