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Woohoo!

Thank you to Glimpses of Glitter Videography for these incredible videos of World Belly Dance Day 2026 (https://www.threads.com/?xmt=AQG0wnxDoMjyFEnUoZ6BtVKbcWsu-Ytz_kV3lBuLZzOaHzE) and to Tenille and her team for putting together such an amazing event (as always).

Here's the link to our performances on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsIiHzaHnZaSD1vpB3lmAXqCMrdJzTv3d&si=0g_g2crMViBcL2wC

World Belly Dance Day 2026 Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

And here are our videos from World Belly Dance Day 2025

When I watch these, I am so proud of all the hard work the dancers put in:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsIiHzaHnZaQ2UEkhTV_LsW2rENNK8_rA

World Belly Dance Day 2025 At the Waves Theatre in Cape Town

I cannot believe I haven't shared our YouTube videos in so many years...

Well, in anticipation of sharing our videos from World Belly Dance Day held recently, here are our WBDD videos from 2024:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsIiHzaHnZaT9JIUe_4eQtra1ObbqFye4

World Belly Dance Day 2024 Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

🌟 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝟲-𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘀! 🌟

Feeling the call to dance? 💃✨

It’s time to step into the beautiful world of belly dance!

We’re excited to launch our brand-new Beginners Fusion Belly Dance course – perfect for complete beginners with zero experience required.

Over 6 fun weeks you’ll discover:

Gorgeous fusion belly dance moves blending traditional technique with modern flair
Increased confidence, grace, and core strength. A supportive, joyful space to express yourself through dance

𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
📅 Starts: Tuesday, 21 April 2026
🕖 Time: 7:15 PM
💰 Price: R600 (payable upfront)
👥 Secure your place now and join us for this empowering 6-week journey.

Venue: https://share.google/4tkYDeg9dHwwHGaPY

WhatsApp me on 064 904 1881 to book or for more info. Bring your friends – the more the merrier! 💖

Who’s ready to shimmy, shine, and feel amazing? Tag a friend who needs this in their life! 🔔

🌟 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘀! 🌟

Ready to discover the magic of belly dance? 💃✨
Join our brand-new **6-week Beginners Fusion Belly Dance course** designed especially for total beginners – no experience needed!

What to expect:
- Fun fusion style blending classic belly dance with modern flair
- Build confidence, coordination & core strength
- Learn beautiful movements in a supportive, all ages, all fitness levels group vibe 💖

Details:
- Duration: 6 weeks
- Price: R600 (payable upfront)
- Start date & venue: 𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗼𝗻 – sign up now to secure your spot!
- Minimum: At least 6 students needed to run the course – tell your friends!

Spots are limited – don't miss out on this empowering journey!
DM us to reserve your place or get on the priority list when we announce dates & location.

Who's ready to shimmy into something new? Tag a friend who'd love this! 🔔💃

The 6th CTODF welcomes Marisa Copley

Enthralled by dance since age 2, Marisa dances relentlessly from the heart with diverse choreography and improvisation on the frontier edges of fusion belly dance. She is a passionate collaborator with dancers, musicians and artists of many styles. She is also Africa's first certified practitioner of Datura Style/The 8 Elements with Rachel Brice and was recently awarded UK magazine LUXlife's Creative & Visual Arts Award for "Most Creative Choreographer (South Africa)".

We look forward to sharing the stage with you!

🎉 Get ready to shimmy and shine at the 6th Cape Town Oriental Dance Festival! 💃 Join us on Sunday, 26 October 2025 at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre for a vibrant celebration of belly dance, featuring talented dancers of all ages and skill levels from across the Western Cape and beyond! 🌟

📣 Calling all belly dancers! Want to perform? Apply now at orientaldancefestival.co.za/performers-application/. Bring your passion, moves, and sparkle to the stage!

🎟️ Spectators, it’s FREE! Invite your friends and family to cheer you on and enjoy a day filled with mesmerizing performances from 10:00 to 18:00. Don’t miss this colorful showcase of rhythm and grace! ✨

📍 V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre
📅 Sunday, 26 October 2025
🔗 Learn more: orientaldancefestival.co.za

Keep watching this space for exciting news, including workshops on Saturday, 25 October 2025!

Do you sell belly dance jewellery, coin belts, costumes, props or any other belly dance related items?

We are looking for vendors for the 6th Cape Town Oriental Dance Festival at the V&A Waterfront (next to the Amphitheatre).

Contact Stephanie Singh on 072 317 6139 to book your stand!

Join us at Mesopotamia Kurdish Restaurant (36 Burg Street, Cape Town) on Friday, 24 October 2025 at 7 pm to celebrate the 6th year of the Cape Town Oriental Dance Festival. There will be stunning performances by various CTODF participants.

Lets launch the 6th CTODF with a bang!

Contact Stephanie Singh to book your spot: 072 317 6139