2024 Fall workshops with Lynette
Dance like there is no tomorrow
Dabke by ReOrient
Our Dabke has a feminine twist, inspired by the song “El Tanoura” التنورة by Fares Karam. From the ReOrient collective’s performance for Multiculturalism Day 2019, produced by Crimson Coast Dance Society in Nanaimo, BC. Video by Bruce Finlayson. Dancers Kirsten, Taissia, Lynette and Kelly are joined by other dancers and drummers of ReOrient. Read more…
Fall 2017 Workshops with Lynette
Arab, Turkish and fusion belly dance in three workshops Sundays Sept.17, October 1 and 22 1:30-3:30 pm (3 sessions for the price of 2 – see below) Contemporary and traditional dance from the Middle East * Develop skills with body-friendly warm-ups, movement technique and vocabulary * Enhance your understanding of Middle Eastern music, dance and… Read more…
5th Annual Nanaimo Belly Dance Bazaar 2015
Hope to see you there on June 20 – I can hardly wait! Many thanks to Genya Bonfield and her team of volunteers for producing the event this year. Get the latest news from the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/118888411465134/ Read more…
Fall Belly Dance Teachers Showcase & Bazaar 2014
MANY MANY THANKS to our wonderful dance community, for supporting the 2014 Teachers Showcase and Bazaar with such energy and enthusiasm! You raised almost $800 for Haven Society this year, and shared the joy of the dance with well over 100 participants, dancers, drummers, and Haven volunteers. Thank you all. ********************** FIVE half-hour dance workshops… Read more…
Fall 2013 workshops with Lynette
Belly dance! in downtown Nanaimo Basics Thursdays Sept. 26, Oct. 3 & 10 * Moves, music & dances of Egypt, Lebanon & Turkey. For beginners & a refresher for more experienced dancers Art & artistry Thursdays starting October 17 * All experience levels welcome – contemporary dance from the Middle East and exciting fusions.… Read more…
Nanaimo’s Bellydance Bazaar another success!
THANK YOU to the bellydance community, donors, St. Paul’s Church and volunteers for all your work in 2013!!! We raised more money than ever for Haven Society. If you have suggestions and ideas for next year, let us know at bellydancenanaimo@gmail.com or on our Facebook site ! A fundraiser for Haven Society, hosted by Genya & Lynette… Read more…
Fall classes with Lynette – 2012 – downtown Nanaimo
Art of Middle Eastern Dance – Tuesdays starting October 16 – Explore the joy and artistry of Middle Eastern dance in weekly multilevel classes with a masterful instructor/performer. This fall Lynette will strengthen your technique and movement vocabulary, while deepening your understanding of traditional styles and contemporary approaches to Turkish, Arab and fusion dance. Develop confidence in… Read more…
Belly for the Beast 2011
October 1, 2011 – Bellydancers take over the stage at Nanaimo’s Port Theatre! See fine local bellydance in a proper theatrical venue – while supporting the SPCA. A dynamite show showcasing traditional, folkloric to modern fusions, with touches of flamenco, Romany, contemporary dance – and live music adds depth to several pieces. Applause to Pacifica for creating… Read more…
Traditions, Tribes and Fusions – Nanaimo workshops
May 15, 2011 Dance with Arab Rhythms – LIVE!!!! Guest drummer Robin Shackleton of Sylvan Temple joins Lynette for a dynamic and energizing multi-level workshop. We’ve booked a large bright and NEW studio in downtown Nanaimo, to fill with drumming and dance! Develop your dance vocabulary and music understanding, as we work creatively with beledi… Read more…
Exploring Tarab with Lynette
Spring 2007 OPA! News, Victoria by Sidona On February 18th members of Women of Widad piled into a van to take the trip up to Nanaimo to attend a workshop with Lynette Harper. We were excited and all felt that we needed a burst of dance energy after the long winter and… Read more…
Miraj was a sensory treat
16 April 2003 Daily News, Nanaimo – Review by Lynn Welburn Miraj (an Arabic word meaning ascent, the journey upwards) was the perfect title for the April 11 performance by Earthfire dance at the Malaspina University College theatre. But mirage, commonly used to describe something you think is real and which then vanishes, leaving… Read more…
Bellydancing makes another comeback
April 9 2003 The Harbour City Star, Nanaimo By Sandra Steilo This week I joined in on a trend that has been around for hundreds of years but now is suddenly new and hot again. I took a beginner belly dancing class with Lynette Harper at the Community Service Building. She got… Read more…
Shaking things up
14 November 1998 Harbour City Star, Nanaimo By Goody Niosi The Spice Girls may have Girl Power, but Nanaimo’s own Earthfire has Woman Power; a force that’s gathering enthusiastic fans wherever they perform. Earthfire is a troupe of women who dance together with joy, energy and exuberance. And although they perform folk dances from… Read more…