| Samovar Dance Company & Anu |
Samovar Dance Company and Sisters of Anu, both directed by Ruric-Amari, are high-energy performance groups bringing authentic and experimental belly dance to a wide variety of venues in Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio. On stage: Ruric-Amari, Annie, Blythe, Christine, Fathiya, Jennia, Jessica, Jesse, Kathy, Lauren, Pamela, Tania.
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| Ruric-Amari |
Ruric-Amari is a performer, teacher, choreographer, and director of the Samovar Dance companies and the Ruric-Amari Dance studio. Ruric-Amari's innovative, disciplined approach to the ethnic dance arts has given her a regional reputation as a mesmerizing performer and teacher. This performance is part of Ruric's Indic Idiom project, inspired by La Meri's experiments with Bharatanatyam dance in the 1940s.
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| Raks Makam |
"Doira Dars" ("Drum Lesson") is an Uzbek etude for both musician and dancers. Choreography: People's Artists of Uzbekistan Qizlarkhon Dustmukhamedova and Qadir Muminov. Music: Jon Silpayamanant. Dancers: Jessica Hamilton and Jo Hadley. Raks Makam performs music and dance from Central Asia, the Silk Road and the Middle East.
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| Kelly Craig |
With flying hair and Turkish flair, sequins and veil, Kelly enjoys performing the Classic American Cabaret style of bellydance. With a background in theatre arts, Kelly is known for her dynamic and lively performances.
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| Samovar Oasis |
Samovar Oasis was formed in 2011 by Ruric-Amari to present the dances of Tahiti and other dance forms of Oceania. On stage: Fathiya, Lauren and Theresa in a delectable Tahitian Otea (drum solo) choreographed by Ruric-Amari.
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| Theresa |
Theresa is a teacher, performer, and principal dancer with the Samovar Dance Company. She frequently teaches American Tribal dance workshops at Ruric-Amari Dance. She has now branched out into Polynesian dance.
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| Blythe Danse Extravaganza |
Blythe is a lifelong dancer with background in Jazz, Modern, and bellydance. Principal dancer with the Samovar Dance Company and solo performer. Blythe brings a sassy fusion of Jazz and Bellydance to her Danse Extravaganza, which she teaches at Ruric-Amari Dance.
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| Shahrazad Noir |
Shahrazad Noir is comprised of Louisville dance instructors Jeannine Marie and Angela Marie. The close friends began performing professionally in 2007, dancing at a variety of festivals, parties, and functions. In 2010 the duo came together, forming Shahrazad Noir. Together they captivate audiences through their unique fusion style and playful energy.
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| Samovar East |
Samovar East presents authentic Bollywood and Ruric-Amari's Indic Idiom dance project at public and private venues. Ruric's classical Bharatanatyam training with Akila and Dr.Vasundhara Doraswamy gives the authentic edge to Samovar East's performances. On stage: Annie, Lauren, Ruric-Amari. |
| Sisters of Anu |
Zill Musings by the Sisters of Anu to the music of their own finger cymbals. On stage: Dawn, Fathiya, Jessie and Lisa performed a choreography by Anna Beth. |
| Samira |
Samira performs solo and with troupe Azhar, Lubaba. She teaches dance classes in Oakland City, IN, where she also directs Troupe Sharaka Raqsa. Samira specializes in Egyptian cabaret and folkloric bellydance, Tribal fusion, snake dancing, and is certified in Group Fitness Instruction through NETA. |
| Crescent Moon Dance Company |
The Crescent Moon Dance Company was established in 1990 to promote and celebrate the many rich, diverse, and ancient cultures of the Middle East and Central Asia through their dances. The Company's repertoire includes folk & classical dances from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Persia, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Azerbaijan. The CMD is based in Louisville, Kentucky, and perform at ethnic festivals, school programs, international banquets, and other multicultural and educational events. On stage: Rya Baila, Mandy Gatewood, Jo Hadley, Jessica Hamilton, Pat Harrod, Diane Kasselhut, Cindi Rogers.
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| Laylia |
Knowledgeable drummer and fabulous dancer, Laylia is known for mesmerizing sword dancing, delicious layering and playful audience interaction. She attributes her love of belly dancing and drumming to Ohio's Hakan Kaya & Colorado's Selayma. A solid background in theater, Precision Dance (Drill team), Ballroom, and hip hop give her a edge in breaking down movements for students. Director of Laylia's School of Belly Dance and Drum in Columbus, Ohio. |
| Samovar Dance Company |
An amusing experimental Mid-Eastern dance (X-MED) choreographed by Ruric-Amari to Sing Sing Sing, composed in 1936 by Louis Prima and made famous by "The King of Swing" Benny Goodman. On stage: Annie, Blythe, Ruric-Amari.
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Act Two showcased five Bellydance Superstars (BDSS) dancers and their latest dance projects.
