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Roza

Phoenix, Arizona

I am a reseacher and dance teacher of Egyptian or Oriental Dance, (Raqs Sharqi), who travels to Egypt yearly to study with a large number of native dancers at the International Ahlan Wa Sahlan Festival organized by Raqia Hassan. I founded and direct the Shahrazad Dance Company, a troupe of seven women performing in Phoenix, Arizona. As a member of the Council of International Dance at United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, I have been involved in the research of authentic and historic dances of Egypt. CID@UNESCO is a group that researches and preserves folkart much as they preserve archtectural monuments such as the pyramids. I also read and write in Arabic as well as have a degree in education.

Web sites: www.rozabellydance.com
www.shahrazaddanceco.com

Articles on Gilded Serpent by or about Roza

1-20-11 Queens in Arizona? USA Belly Dance Queen: Arizona Arab BD Contest by Roza
To be honest, my favorite part was that the show presented an interesting challenge to many American dancers. They were required to identify the regional and cultural style of music they would be dancing to and represent that root in their technique, costume, and dance styling.
9-9-09 Bellydance from Cairo to Los Angeles: Personal Commentary on the Bellydance Superstars by Roza Sharazad
I remember the saying "Cairo is the Hollywood of Bellydance" is for a reason, and I think the ancient Egyptian theme takes us back to where the roots are deepest.