Belly Dance Performance Styles
If you would like to book Teressa to perform in any of these dance styles, please book a belly dance performance! If you'd rather take lessons to learn any of the above dance styles, see which belly dance classes are being taught by Teressa now! You can also see dance video clips of the below performance styles.
EGYPTIAN BELLY DANCE
Bring the splendor of Egypt to your next event with Teressa’s Egyptian belly dance shows! These shows are typically 20 minutes in length, which commences with a dramatic and exhilarating entrance piece with a veil, then leads into beautiful solos to popular and classical Arabic songs, including a high octane drum solo. Teressa also employs a variety of props including finger cymbals, shamadan, or sword.
WORLD FUSION
In the growing interconnectedness of the world’s cultures, dance is no exception. Teressa creates dynamic fusions of belly dance with other styles, such as classical Indian, Bollywood, and hip-hop. Fusion performances are fantastic for parties, theatrical events and galas, and if you are interested in a contemporary and interpretive presentation of belly dance.
MIDDLE EASTERN FOLK DANCES
Middle Eastern folk dances are a wonderful addition to community events, cultural festivals, and school shows. These performances are based on the diverse dance styles from the different Middle Eastern regions. Teressa performs various folkloric styles including:
- Upbeat Saidi and Assaya (cane) dances from Upper Egypt
- Dances of the Ghawazee from Egypt
- Feminine and uplifting Khaleegy from the Gulf
- Theatrical and coquettish Melaya from Alexandria
- Mesmerizing sword dances