Audience FAQ

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What is bellydancing?

To start with, here is a great article about the history of bellydance by Lotus Niraja.

I've never seen a belly dancer perform. What should I expect?

Is there anything I need to do differently than at a different style of performance?

I'm impressed. Can I hire a bellydancer for a private event? How do I do it?

I'm a dancer myself and I like to see other dancers. What should I do at these other performances?

It depends on what type of performance it is. If they are stage performances, clapping or any other encouraging sound effects are welcome and can add to the atmosphere of those performances.

If they are at a restaraunt, you can be a little quieter but still supportive. At many of these places, the dancer will invite people to come up and dance. If you are one who is invited, keep your dance simple and relating to the dancer. She invited you up to share her limelight, not to steal it. Don't stay up too long; if the dancer starts clapping or motioning towards your seat, be polite and finish up. When you're done, clap for yourself and for the dancer. Enjoy it and appreciate it; these impromptu dances are always fun.

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