Enchanted Darkness: The Masquerade

This year we are proud to host 2 of the most progressive and dynamic gothic/industrial performers today; Ariellah (www.ariellah.com) and Sashi (www.ascendtribaldance.com). Both will be instructing 4 hour workshops that will drill, challenge, enlighten and inspire everyone. Directions and map provided below.

You can now purchase workshops here.

Workshops will be held at Academy of Dance Designs at
929 Raynolds
El Paso, TX 79903
915-564-5626
www.academyofdancedesigns.us
M-F 10 am – 6pm (mst)
Sat. 10 am – 3:30 pm (mst)

Cost:
$75 in advance (includes both workshops)
$100 at the door (includes both workshops)
(there is NO alternative price for ½ of the workshops)
*NO REFUNDS*
All major credit cards accepted (4% charge added to each cc/debit card transaction)
Check and Money orders accepted. Please make payable to Academy of Dance Designs

There is also a 2 hour yoga warm-up workshop on Saturday morning with Tony Gutierrez before Ariellah’s workshop.

Cost:
$10 (at door only)
*NO REFUNDS*

Friday August 1, 2008
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Sashi of Ascend Tribal
Gothic Tribal Fusion Belly dance:
The Dark Art of Tribal
Description:
In this workshop you will learn a (NEW) full choreography , which will showcase the marriage of Tribal Fusion Belly Dance with the elements of the Goth/Industrial subculture. We will discuss and learn the fundamentals of Tribal Fusion Belly Dance including proper posture and technique, specific moves and transitions, leading and following, group improvisation, dance expression and costuming. We will also explore and learn ways to infuse the look, personality, music and essence of the Goth/Industrial subculture into this dynamic dance style. At the end of this workshop, you will take with you the experience of an alluring transcendental journey into the world of Gothic Tribal Fusion Belly Dance. Dress prepared to dance. Knowledge of basic Tribal Fusion and Gothic Bellydance is helpful. All levels are welcome. Bring a yoga mat and water.

Saturday August 2, 2008
8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Tony Gutierrez
Intro to Yoga and warm-up
Description:
TBA

Saturday August 2, 2008
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (1 hr lunch break)
Ariellah
The Darker Side of Drilling
Description:
In Ariellah's workshop, students will drill and discuss chest and hip isolations, pops, locks and snake-like dark fusion belly dance arm movements, incorporating a dramatic darker side to their dance. Students will learn a short choreography, which will incorporate these techniques. Reinforcing fundamentals will bring strength and fluidity to the student's movements and elevate their dance.

Directions:
I-10 west
Exit Raynolds, Turn Right (north), White building on left hand side across from Carpet Warehouse

I-10 east
Exit Raynolds, Turn Left (north), White Building on left hand side across from Carpet Warehouse

EconoLodge
Turn Right on Montana (west), Follow to Raynolds, Turn left (south), White building on Right side across from Carpet Warehouse.

Please carpool if possible. Parking is very limited.