Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Albuquerque: Oriental Potpourri-Dance Workshops for Adults

This could be for older teens too just call and ask if you are interested. I know a lot of moms belly dance for exercise and fun!--Tabbi

Hello Dear Dancers,
Oriental Potpourri is coming up and I promise that this will be my second -to--the last post to you! (If I have time I will email one more little reminder to you.) Below are some housekeeping details and notes to people that have already registered OR if you are about to register OR are thinking about it.
Happy Dancing,
Amaya

1. Deadline for discounted BEST DEAL workshop fees is the end of this month. I have extended this deadline by one week...THRU FEB. 7TH!!! Why? February is my birthday month and this morning I am feeling big hearted. :-)

2. Email Amaya if you are interested in an ad...full page $50 (4.5” wide x 7.5” hi), half page $40 (4.5” wide x 3.5” hi), business card $30 (vertical style only). Due by Feb. 10th, camera ready.

3. The Saturday Bag Lunch Presentation was not clear in the flyer. Please bring your OWN bag lunch and drink to the “Who’s Your Momma” presentation.

4. Please stop by and visit anytime during the weekend with out two Vendors for all your dance needs! Magical Fashions from Atlanta, Georgia and also Cinnamon Dazzle of ABQ.

5. Pick up your show tickets soon! Remember that this show usually sells out about one week before showtime. Where: Kent at Whitehorse on Lomas Blvd. and all the local OP Teachers have tickets to sell also, or contact me, Amaya for info and tickets, too! :-)

6. Show tickets are not available in the package fee of $100.

6. TEACHER SPECIAL: Register four students for any one class and get that workshop FREE! (Please send all registrations together in one envelope)

7. See the bottiom of this email for hotel information for you out-of-towners.

See you soon!
Amaya
505. 281.4492 or 280.3638

P.S. Please feel free to pass this information onto your email lists. The more people involved this weekend the more energy and fun for all us! Collective positive energy is what this planet needs more of. (Please tell that to the presidential candidates!)



Amaya Productions presents…
Oriental Potpourri 2008
February 15, 16, 17, 2008


Friday, FEBRUARY 15, 2008 (Theater Stage at SBCC)

6:00 PM – 7:15 pm FLO of the Rogue Bindis will be teaching "Who's leading anyway?" Do you always seem confused on the magic of group improv? Learn the secrets of dynamic cues and transitions, alternate leads and opposition. Also Flo will be sharing a quick funky combo for all styles to take away and use. $20
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Saturday, FEBRUARY 16, 2008 (Multi Purpose Room at the SBCC)
9 am Shopping & Registration

10 am – 11:30 am MARGO teaches elements of a Pop Lebanese Choreography with signature Nadia Gamal Moves! $25

Noon – 1:30 pm Bag Lunch and “Who’s Your Momma?” Belly Dance History Presentation by ANALA
Anala calls herself the Bellyvangelist of Southern New Mexico and is the director of the Silver Dunes Troupe and owner of Shuvani Studio, where she strives to make every woman aware of her inner goddess. Be captivated by this historical presentation…See petroglyphs, the Victorian dance era, 1898 Turkish Dance by Ella Lola filmed by Thomas Edison, Little Egypt on film and over 40,000 years of dance information. From Little Egypt to Barbara Eden to Samial Gamal! Don’t forget to bring your lunch! $10


1:30 pm – 3:00 pm MARGO teaches Delightful Debke Line Dancing plus a short debke choreography as a nice addition to your show. Wear supportive shoes and be ready to have fun! $25


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Amaya’s
Oriental Potpourri Show 2008
...a night of swirling veils, clashing swords, finger cymbals and more.
An Oriental Dance Mosaic Feast for the whole family.
Featuring Guest Artist….
Margo Abdo O’Dell, Lebanese Oriental Dancer!!
“To dance is to celebrate life," comments Margo. Through dedication and hard work, combined with her vibrant dancing and exuberant spirit, Margo hopes to share this celebration of life with audiences everywhere.

Plus Top Tribal, Cabaret, Gitana Belly Dancers....
Amaya! Rozana! MIchelle! Anala! Flo Bargar
Saturday February 16, 2008 7 pm
South Broadway Cultural Center Theater
Albuquerque, New Mexico
$10 General Admission $15 at door…if available
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Sunday, FEBRUARY 17, 2008 (Multi Purpose Room at the SBCC)

9 am Shopping & Registration

10:00 am – 11:00 am ROZANA al JINAN teaches Dynamic Combinations – Expand your dance vocabulary with a series of exciting combinations that will set you apart. These combinations will be taught using both melody, for your spirit and rhythm, for your soul. $20

11 am – Noon MICHELLE MORRISON teaches “Bhangra” a crazy-energetic dance form from the Punjab region of India. While its origins are in yearly harvest celebrations, today it's addictive beats and wild fun moves have been sampled by such pop artists as Jay-Z and Missy Elliot. Be prepared to have a blast! $20

~~~~~NOON LUNCH ON YOUR OWN & SHOPPING TIME!~~~~~

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm AMAYA teaches Improvisation - making the dance your own through musical interpretation and dance composition techniques. Add a freedom to your dance that will enhance the Dance Fun Factor 100%! $20

2:00 – 3:00 pm Last chance for Shopping with our vendors:
Magical Fashions (Atlanta, GA)
Cinnamon Dazzle (ABQ, NM)


About Margo Abdo O’Dell:
…her work has been recognized with grants from The Minnesota State Arts Board, The Jerome Foundation, The McKnight Foundation, The St. Paul Travelers Foundation, The Women's Foundation of Minnesota, and The Metropolitan Regional Arts Council. She is the director of Margo's Mid-East Dance Studies, tours extensively, and publishes Margo's Mezza, her online newsletter, which has subscribers throughout the world. Margo Abdo O’Dell is one of few women of Middle Eastern descent in North America who has publicly taught and performed Middle Eastern dance locally, regionally and nationally


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REGISTRATION


___BEST DEAL! $100 includes all 3 days of workshops Does not include any show tickets. Must be postmarked by 1/31/08.

___Package Deal: $135 Includes all workshops after 1/31/08
___Ala carte classes. Please include a list of selected classes and fees
___Show Ticket(s) $10/advance purchase
Please note: If space is available, you can register for a class at the door. $5 at door registration fee will be added.

Name:_________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address:__________________________________________________________
Phone: ____________________________ Email:_______________________________
Visa or MasterCard accepted:___________________________________________ Exp. Date:___________________________________
Signature:___________________________________

~sorry, no refunds~

Send registration to:
AMAYA PRODUCTIONS, PO BOX 205, CEDAR CREST, NM 87008-0205
PH: 505.281.4492 Email: maria@amaya.com Web: www.maria.amaya.com



Both these hotels are close to the South Broadway Cultural Center:

Motel 6
1000 Avenida Cesar Chavez
505-243-8017
$39.99 + tax single
$45.99 + tax double
Airport shuttle is $6/person to this hotel


or

MCM Elegante Hotel
2020 Menaul Blvd. NE
1-866/650-4900
They have a free shuttle to and from the airport. Free restaurant full breakfast, two free drinks in the bar. Standard room $79. For this price you will need to call Sales Director, Shawna Black, and let her know that you are with Oriental Potpourri. Her cell: 505.715.2728

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