[quote=A'isha Azar;76126]Dear Machiavellie,
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I agree that this is the key to presenting fusion honestly and clearly to our audiences. I feel that even authentic ethnic dancers have a responsibility to explain to their audiences what they are seeing and hearing. Our company does narrated performances in which anything presented on the stage comes with a short explanation. I applaud you for taking the time and trouble to inform your audiences!
I would LOVE to come back to Newfoundland!! If it comes to that, let me know if you would like references in Canada specifically or elsewhere.
Regards,
A'isha
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I looked at your company's web site and noticed you have a member whose purpose is to narrate and I love the idea! Right now, we usually either have to submit an introduction to an emcee, send one of our members out in a cover up or try to make sure an explanation is printed in the program. I think that bellydance is misunderstood to a sad degree by many, many people, and in our experience, people have enjoyed themselves a lot more once they understood what it was. We do a lot of women's events in particular to promote bellydancing to other women. Those are usually my favourite.
I'm glad we've been able to have this conversation, and I hope to someday give you the opportunity to come back to Newfoundland
