Exquisite Belly Dance by Heather Louise Belly Dancer from Portland, OR

Belly dance is the dance of celebration, joy, and fun! Heather brings magnetic energy to every performance to make it an event that your guests talk about for years to come. Whether belly dance is part of your cultural heritage or you are looking to add something exciting and fresh to your party, Heather will no doubt inspire you and your guests to dance the night away. Wondering how to incorporate belly dance into your party? Some popular options include: Birthday Party Dance: A 20 - 30 minute classic belly dance performance including props like veil and finger cymbals. Upbeat, exciting music. Heather always includes a few songs to get the guest of honor up to dance, and finally inviting everyone up to celebrate! Wedding Performance: A 20 - 30 minute classic belly dance performance by Heather including various props, depending on the requests of the organizer. Veils, fan veils, double veil, candleabra (shamedan), candle tray, Egyptian stick dance (raqs assaya), live drumming. - some wedding options include zeffat al arusa (entrance of the bride) - 2 or more sets (an entrance and then a full Oriental performance, for example) - live music by NW premier Middle Eastern band, Ritim Egzotik Bridal Shower: Nothing brings people together like music, dance, and a reason to celebrate. In addition to being an award-winning performer, Heather is an experienced, encouraging teacher. Within just a few minutes your guests will learn classic, fun dance moves that you can take on the dance floor anywhere! Pair this mini-lesson with a short performance for the perfect celebration of femininity, union, and friendship. Henna Night: A tradition in the Middle East and India, the night of henna is a time to adorn the bride, be with female relatives and friends, and prepare for upcoming nuptials. A special dance performance and party is perfect for this celebration. Please inquire for details. Baby Shower: Dancers are an important part of many rites of passage in the Middle East and North Africa. Baby showers are another wonderful celebration of womanhood. Heather lots of ideas on how to celebrate the passage into motherhood. Please inquire for details. Live music or multiple dancers can also be arranged with ample notice.