Laura Raqs Belly Dancer from Vancouver, BC

Laura is a internationally-trained, established, multi-faceted bellydancer from Vancouver, British Columbia. With over 12 years of experience as a performer, instructor, and choreographer, she comes to the stage confident, elegant and professional. Most experienced in Raqs Sharki and Cabaret-style, she has experience in Tribal Fusion, Gypsy/Turkish Rom, Dabke, Shaabi, Saidi, Baladi, and Bandari and is always thriving to learn more. Laura is proficient with a wide variety of props including veils, swords, canes, trays, and candles and can create a varied and dynamic performance from beginning to end. Available throughout Greater Vancouver, The Lower Mainland, Victoria and Vancouver Island, this sought-after belly dancer is a great addition to any event, wedding, restaurant, festival, or party. Laura is available as a soloist, duet or group of up to six dancers with the professional bellydance troupe Dounia Dance Collective. Live Arabic and Turkish musicians available upon request.