How long is the show?
A typical show is between 15 – 60 minutes.
The dancer(s) may use finger cymbals, swords, tray and/or veils. When
appropriate, the show may include audience participation, for example,
the guest of honor may be asked to belly dance! It's fun..but not required!
Yes, the belly dance show is family friendly. Children love to dance!
The belly dancer provides music
on CD or digital music player MP3 player (example: iPod) and the venue should
provide the sound system (LOUDER IS BETTER). Usually the dancer will
stay out of sight until music has begun to play.
Depending on your preference, music can
range from Classical Arabic to Modern Pop.
Yes, Yes, and more YESes!!! Unless.. the host of course has requested
otherwise. The dancer(s) will gladly accept tips. Tips may be tucked into
the dancer’s belt, or a Vase/Basket may be provided instead to drop money in. Another exciting and fun way is to toss money above the dancer like confetti. This is called a “Money Shower”. Funds are collected after the show. Audiences love to see this....Kids love to collect for the dancer (s). Ask me...what this entails?
It is always better to book the show sooner than later. If you are flexible about the time that the show begins, last minute shows can be arranged. However, Saturday and Sunday evenings/nights, and during the Holidays, Wedding Season (May – September) tend to book quickly.
Basinah and friends live in the San Francisco Bay Area. Shows outside of Northern California will need to be booked well in advance and PAID IN FULL before departure.
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