BIOGRAPHY
Mariyah is a dance artist/choreographer/instructor. In addition to her performance of classic Oriental Dance, Mariyah is a theatrical artist. Drawing on her study of a variety of dance and movement forms, and her passion for myth, mysticism and poetry to create dances which evoke archetypal figures and a journey of the spirit. Distinguished by her graceful and evocative dance style, she has performed countless shows for weddings, events, and cabaret and theater stages in the NYC area and beyond. She is a member of the Dalia Carella Dance Collective since 2001, a cofounder of Entelechy Dance Theater and Infinity Bellydance, a performer with project "Bella Gaia" and coproducer of the Siren Revival and New York Oryantal Parti performance series
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Learn the beautiful art of Bellydancing in a supportive and fun class environment. This Classic Bellydance class will incorporate elements of Egyptian, Turkish and classic Vintage Oriental styles Classes will focus on essential bellydance technique, fluidity and musical expression. Veil and finger cymbals may be incorporated into some classes