Join the AUSET Festivities in January 2025!
BOOK INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOPS - DAY PASSES - OR FULL EVENT PASS!
Workshops are multi-level, so get ready for a fun, inclusive experience where everyone is welcome!
12 x Workshops plus all 3 evening events.
ONLY 20 PASSES AVAILABLE!
Just $430 instead of $580. SAVE $150. GREAT VALUE!!
Workshop #1 - 9:45am-11am
Beginner's Darbuka
(Sam)
Workshop #2 - 11:15pm-12:30pm
Reda Drills & Zills / Live Rhythms
(Keti, Kim & Sam)
Workshop #3 - 1:30pm-2:45pm
Khaleegee
(Amera)
Workshop #4 - 3pm-4:15pm
Trance & Sufi Dances
(Terezka)
EVENING EVENT - 7:30-9pm
Friday Night Seminar Panel with Belyssa, Amera and Terezka, sharing their "Journey" highlights of their dance careers and the early days of bellydance in Australia @ Morley
Workshop #5
9am-10:30am Theater
The Mechanics of Bellydance (Tabetha)
Workshops #6
10:45pm-12:15pm Theater
Tarab from the Heart (Terezka)
10:45pm-12:15pm Studio
Spanish Fandango Fusion (Tribal) (Richelle)
Lunchtime Seminar
*12:30pm- 1:15pm Theater
'Opening the Heart' (Terezka)
Workshops #7
1:15pm-2:45pm Theater
Creative Bellyance (Belyssa)
1:15pm-2:45pm Studio
Circles, Spirals and Omi’s (Kim)
Workshops #8
3pm-4:30pm Theater
New Cairo Style! (Tabetha)
3pm-4:30pm Studio
Combination Crossovers & Cues (Kim)
SPECIAL GUEST SHOWCASE
7pm-9pm
Guest Solo Performance Showcase featuring special performances by Belyssa, Terezka & Amera
Workshop #9
9:30am-10:30am Theater Adventures in the Middle East (Amera)
Workshops #10
10:45pm-12:15pm Theater
Egyptian Assaya (Amera)
10:45pm-12:15pm Studio
Introduction to Wings (Suhayla)
Lunchtime Seminar
*12:30-1:15pm Theater
My Journey, Seminar (Belyssa)
Workshops #11
1:15pm-2:45pm Theater
Bedouin Dance Inspirations (Belyssa)
1:15pm-2:45pm Studio
Taqsim to Live Arabic Music (Keti)
Workshops #12
3pm-4:30pm Theater
Baladi Awadi and Tet (Tabetha)
3pm-4:30pm Studio 1
Dof (frame drum) for Everyone (Sam)
AUSET 'JOURNEYS' CONCERT
7pm-9pm
'Journeys' Concert @ Midland presented by AUSET team, Perth Bellydance Troupes and special guests
BOOK AUSET WORKSHOPS @ BLUE LOTUS ROOM
Venue Address: Studio 2/23 Rudloc Rd Morley, WA
9:45am-11am
Beginner Darbuka techniques
(Sam)
Learn essential techniques & Arabic Rhythms - bring your own drum or ask to borrow one ($5 drum hire can be paid cash on the day).
11:15am-12:30pm
Reda Drills & Zills to 8 Live Rhythms
(Keti, Kim & Sam)
Learn footwork & duet ideas for 8 live Egyptian rhythms, used in original Reda training in Cairo, Farida Fahmy.
1:30-2:45pm
Khaleegee - Arab Gulf Dance (Amera)
Enjoy the earthy desert Khaleegee dance of the Arab Gulf - with the expert on performing this art in the countries of origin - Amera!
3pm-4:15pm
Trance & Sufi Dances
(Terezka)
Learn the transcendent art of ecstatic trance and Sufi dances - with mesmerising live rhythms. Hypnotic, soulful and celebratory!
BOOK ALL FRI WORKSHOPS
Instead of paying $150, book the entire Friday of events for just $130
- 9:45 Darbuka (Sam)
- 11:15am Reda Drills (Keti & Sam)
- 1:30pm Khaleegee (Amera)
- 3pm Sufi & Trance (Terezka)
7pm-9pm
Journeys: Pioneers of Belllydance in Australia - Belyssa, Terezka & Amera
An intimate discussion with our guests talking about the early days of bellydancing in Australia. Mint tea and baklava served. Bar available.
BOOK AUSET WORKSHOPS @ TABETHA'S STUDIO
Venue Address: The Koort, 1/12 Old Great Northern Hwy, Midland WA
9am-10:30am
The Mechanics of Bellydance (Tabetha)
Discover the inner workings of the body & weight shift for Bellydance, great for all styles & levels
10:45pm-12:15pm
Tarab from the Heart (Terezka)
Learn how to 'surrender' into your Bellydancing, paying attention to musicality and allowing yourself to express emotion in classical Raqs Sharqi
10:45pm-12:15pm
Spanish Fandango Fusion (Richelle)
Embrace the 'Spirit of the Tribe' with Flamenco fans and Tribal skirts! Soulful, connected movement
12:30pm- 1:15pm
'Opening the Heart' for Bellydance (Terezka)
A seminar on vulnerability in dance - and how it can elevate your artistry!
1:15pm-2:45pm
Creative Theatrical Bellyance (Belyssa)
Sourcing deeper layers of inspiration for your dance, from classroom to stage.
1:15pm-2:45pm
"Wahda Wahda”
Combos, Crossovers & Cues (Kim)
Discover versatile combos for multiple styles - bring bring veil/stick for some creative fun in groups and solo.
3pm-4:30pm
New Cairo Classical Bellydance!
(Tabetha)
Exploring the new Cairo classical styling with Tabetha, who will have just returned from a Cairo trip!
3pm-4:30pm
Circles, Spirals and Omi’s
(Kim)
Discover the sensual flowing nature of circular moves and patterns for bellydancers - group or solo.
SAT WORKSHOPS - DISCOUNT
Take 4 seminars or workshops (time slots 1-4) in studios 1 & 2. Regular cost $175-190, but Sat day pass until 9am-4:30pm is discounted to $150. Save $25-40!
7pm-9pm@ Midland 18th Jan
Enjoy a variety of stunning solo performances featuring special dances by pioneers Belyssa, Terezka and Amera. Limited seating available, be sure to book early!
BOOK AUSET WORKSHOPS @ TABETHA'S STUDIO
Venue Address: The Koort, 1/12 Old Great Northern Hwy, Midland WA
9:30am-10:30am
Adventures in the Middle East
(Amera)
Hear about Amera's most memorable adventures, performing in the Middle East. Seated Seminar.
10:45pm-12:15pm
Egyptian Assaya
(Amera)
Learn the sprightly art of Assaya (women's stick dancing) Saiidi style, with Amera. Bring your cane!
10:45pm-12:15pm
Introduction to Wings
(Suhayla)
Explore the wings with technique, flow, arm work - bring wings if you have them! If not, bring two veils.
12:30pm- 1:15pm
My Journey
(Belyssa)
Follow Belyssa's exciting dance journey from New York to Perth, and the places in between
1:15pm-2:45pm
Taqsim to Live Arabic Music
(Keti)
Enjoy elegant, somatic taqsim, Raqs Sharqi style, with live Arabic music! Sensual moves, flourishes & accents.
1:15pm-2:45pm
Bedouin Dance Inspirations
(Belyssa)
Discover Bedouin dance inspiration, with traditional dresses on display, from Belyssa's research in Egypt.
3pm-4:30pm
Theater Baladi Awadi and Tet (Tabetha)
Learn the difference between the various styles, and how to achieve a robust, earthy and sensual feel.
3pm-4.30pm
Dof (frame drum) for Everyone
(Sam)
Learn how to play frame drum - A wonderful way to step and play core Egyptian rhythms!
SUN WORKSHOPS - DISCOUNT
Take 4 seminars or workshops (time slots 1-4) in studios 1 & 2. Regular cost $150-$160, but Sun day pass until 9:30am-4pm is discounted to $130. Save up to $20-30!
7pm-9pm@ Midland 19th Jan
Exciting Bellydance Performances celebrating the journey of the art form in Australia. Celebrating our pioneers and the diverse styles that have developed in Australia. Limited seats!
12 x Workshops plus all 3 evening events.
ONLY 20 PASSES AVAILABLE!
Just $430 instead of $580. SAVE $150. GREAT VALUE!!