3rd Street Belly Dance
220 3rd Street
Carnegie, PA 15106
(above 3rd Street Gallery)
412-708-8838
Beginner Belly Dance Class
with Joanna Abel
Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30 PM
$10 walk-in fee, $35 for 4 classes
Contact Joanna Abel for event performers, questions, or comments:
joanna.abel@hotmail.com
3rd Street Belly Dance Presents:
Belly of Gold
A Belly Dance Dinner Theatre
Friday and Saturday, September 12 and 13, 2008 7:00 p.m.
The performance will be held at 3rd Street Gallery
220 3rd Street Carnegie, PA 15106
For tickets or more information call 412-708-8838
This performance will immerse the audience in a cultural experience through dance, music, costuming, scenery, and cuisine. Guests will dine while enjoying live jazz melodies and expertly choreographed belly dance performances that create a fusion of cultural dance styles. The evening will conclude with the title performance, Belly of Gold, an original creation by Joanna Abel.
Seating is limited to 32 guests for each performance. Tickets must be purchased in advance. $50/ticket. For more information or to purchase tickets call 3rd Street Belly Dance at 412-708-8838 or e-mail Joanna Abel @ joanna.abel@hotmail.com
The Story
Belly of Gold is a classic story of good vs. evil that offers the perfect blend of adventure, whimsy, and ethnic dance that narrate this tale. Join main character, Sona, in her battle against the wicked Boora and Chandi, and the temptations of everyday life as she comes to find that she can control her own destiny. Watch this graceful narration of dance to an eclectic and inspiring mix of old world and contemporary music.
Choreography and Costuming
The concept of choreographies and costuming are by 3rd Street Belly Dance director Joanna Abel with imaginative ideas and expert help from dancers Kari Merlina and Sterling Painton. These three ladies have been performing together for over three years. They make up the dance troupe called Sadiqa, meaning true friend in Arabic. With their professional experience this trio will be sure to captivate and inspire.
The Scenery
Creator Joanna Abel worked with 3rd Street Gallery owner and resident artist Philip Salvato while designing scenery for this production. Philip’s paintings are collected and published nationally and internationally. They are also an integral part of the ambiance in the gallery. It only made sense to bring the paintings to life in an artistic video creation that helps illustrate the story and mood of the evening.
The Menu
This professionally catered menu was hand picked to mesh with the atmosphere and whimsy of the night. Dinner will be served family style by the charismatic dancers and actors. Begin with an array of Mediterranean appetizers including grape leaves, hummus, tabouli, baba g’nosh, and assorted breads, topped off with fresh exotic fruits. The main course will include five delectable dishes. Guests will enjoy Almond Crusted Chicken with a sauce of Grand Marnier, Shrimp and Salad Skewers with Lemon Zest Sauce, Caprese Salad, a Medley of Steamed Squash, and Jasmine Herb Rice. For the final touch on this cultural menu guests will choose from an assortment of delicious dessert cakes and mouth-watering cheesecakes.
Or send a check or money order payable to 3rd Street Gallery with the attached form:
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Friday, September 12 7:00 p.m ___________
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Mail to:
3rd Street Belly Dance
C/O 3rd Street Gallery
220 3rd Street
Carnegie, PA 15106
Belly Dance Jazz Improv at the 3rd Street Gallery
Photos by Kevin Smay