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CLASS AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Check back for upcoming performances!
Lessons available from private to small group classes and workshops. Contact me for details and to schedule your event.
1001 Nights & Fractured Fairy Tales- A Bellydance Story
Pittsburg, PA
Carnegie Stage, 25 W Main St, Carnegie, PA 15106
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Al-Anqa will perform as a guest artist in this fantastical reimagining of fairy tales through history. Show produced by Berna of PA. Show times and ticket information coming soon.
World Cultural Festival Performance w/ Sahara Dance
Washington, DC - On the Mall
The weekend of September 29th and 30th, Sahara Dance will perform a masterpiece choreography by Jillina as part of the "Cultural Olympics", representing Middle Eastern dance on the global stage. Performance will be live streamed. Exact date/time TBD.
Fall 2023 Wellness Class
Davis & Elkins College, - Elkins, WV
Tuesdays from Noon - 1pm
Get a gentle workout while learning the basic movements of Egyptian dance. Bellydance is a beautiful dance form that helps you connect with your body, improve posture, and build strength and flexibility. No previous experience necessary, and all body types and fitness levels are welcome. All movements will be broken down step-by-step with an emphasis on dancing and having fun.
120-01 Fundamentals of Modern Dance - Fall 2023
Davis & Elkins College, - Elkins, WV
This class is intended to introduce students to various choreographers and techniques within the modern dance movement. Class meets on Wednesdays at 2-4:30pm, fall 2023 term (August 23, 2023 - December 13, 2023) on the campus of Davis and Elkins College. Register through D&E.
Upward Bound Summer 2023 Cultural and Wellness classes
Davis & Elkins College, - Elkins, WV
Intro to Bellydance Cultural Class and Beginning Modern Wellness Class in the month of June for WV Upward Bound students.
Choreographer for Very Still and Hard to See
Harper McNeely Auditorium- Davis & Elkins College, Elkins, WV
Thursday, April 13, 2023 7:30 pm
Friday, April 14, 2023 7:30 pm
Saturday, April 15, 2023 7:30 pm
The Davis & Elkins College Film and Theatre Department transforms Harper McNeely into a haunted hotel for their spring production. Directed by Lonnie Martin, Assistant Professor of Film and Theatre at D&E. Free admission. Donations appreciated.
International Day - Performance
Davis & Elkins College, Timms Lounge - Elkins, WV
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Noon - 12:30pm
Bellydance Basics - Cairo Combos
Virtual - Zoom / Presented by Davis & Elkins College Day of Dance
Thursday, March 25, 2021
6pm - 7pm
FREE. No experience required. In this class, you'll learn some quintessential Egyptian style movements, wrapped into fun, danceable combos. You'll leave class with a short choreography and a good workout. All levels welcome, adjustments made for more experienced dancers. Register for class on the Class Registration page. The ZOOM link to join class will be sent out approximately 1 hour before class to the email address you provide during registration.
SharQui - The Bellydance Workout
Virtual - Online
Join Al-Anqa on ZOOM for a 30 minute SharQui workout on the 3rd Friday of each month at 6pm.
Registration by Donation. Once registered, you will be sent a confirmation email. The ZOOM link to join class will be sent out 15 minutes prior to your scheduled class time. Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. SharQui is a fresh approach to fitness that will not only get you fit but you’ll have fun doing it. Get acquainted with your inner Shakira. SharQui The Bellydance Workout is accredited through ACE, NASM and AFAA. Register for class on the Class Registration page.
SharQui - The Bellydance Workout CANCELLED
Davis & Elkins College Wellness Class
This class has been cancelled. Davis & Elkins College Faculty and Staff will be sent login credentials for an online class they can utilize for the remainder of the Spring semester while the school works remotely.
Every Wednesday 11:45am - 12:45pm, January 22, 2020 - May 6, 2020 in the Creative Commons on the Campus of Davis & Elkins College
FREE to Davis & Elkins College Faculty, Staff, and Students. Donation Suggested for community members. SharQui is a fresh approach to fitness that will not only get you fit but you’ll have fun doing it. Join Al-Anqa, a certified SharQui instructor, in the Creative Commons and get acquainted with your inner Shakira. No class Feb 12, Feb 26, or March 4. SharQui – The Bellydance Workout is accredited through ACE, NASM and AFAA.
Multi-Cultural Day - Performances
Davis & Elkins College, Madden Center - Elkins, WV
Friday, February 21, 2020
11am - 1pm
Jillina's BDEx Presents: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Norfolk, VA
Norfolk Collegiate School - 7336 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23505
Saturday, January 18, 2020 7pm
We are definitely not in Kansas anymore! Join a beautiful cast of dancers as we travel over the rainbow. Inspired by world fusion and Middle Eastern dance traditions, Jillina's BDExperience reimagines this classic tale, incorporating Oriental bellydance, Tribal Fusion and Folkloric dance to an original score by Paul Dinletir and featuring new music by Khader Ahmad. The Emerald City has never been quite this enchanting.
Choreographer for After Frankenstein- Playing With Fire
Harper McNeely Auditorium- Davis & Elkins College, Elkins, WV
Thursday, October 17, 2019 8pm
Friday, October 18, 2019 8pm
Saturday, October 19, 2019 10:30pm
Sunday, October 20, 2019 4:30pm
The Davis & Elkins College Theatre Department puts on a version of Frankenstein for your Halloween enjoyment. Directed by Lonnie Martin, Instructor of Film and Theatre at D&E. Free for students, faculty, and staff of Davis and Elkins College. General Admission tickets $10.
Jillina's BDEx Presents: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
New Bern, NC
Orringer Auditorium at Craven Community College, New Bern, NC
Saturday, June 22, 2019 7pm
We are definitely not in Kansas anymore! Join a beautiful cast of dancers as we travel over the rainbow. Inspired by world fusion and Middle Eastern dance traditions, Jillina's BDExperience reimagines this classic tale, incorporating Oriental bellydance, Tribal Fusion and Folkloric dance to an original score by Paul Dinletir and featuring new music by Khader Ahmad. The Emerald City has never been quite this enchanting.