AUSET 'JOURNEYS'
17-19 JAN 2025

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!

FIRST TWENTY PARTICIPANTS!
EARLYBIRD OFFER!
Discount Full 3 Day Retreat Pass

12 x Workshops plus all 3 evening events.
ONLY 20 PASSES AVAILABLE!
Just $430 instead of $580. SAVE $150. GREAT VALUE!!

AUSET 3 Day Program - Quick View

Friday 17 Jan 2024
Blue Lotus Room,
2/23 Rudloc Rd Morley 

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

Saturday 18 Jan 2024
The Koort, 1/12 Old Great Northern Hwy, Midland

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

Sunday 19 Jan 2024
The Koort, 1/12 Old Great Northern Hwy, Midland

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

Day 1: Friday 17th Jan 2025 

BOOK AUSET WORKSHOPS @ BLUE LOTUS ROOM
Venue Address: Studio 2/23 Rudloc Rd Morley, WA

Workshop #1
INTRO ARABIC DARBUKA
(Workshop with Sam)

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).

Workshop #2
REDA DRILLS, ZILLS, LIVE
(Workshop with Keti, Kim & Sam)

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.

Workshop #3
KHALEEGEE
(Workshop with Amera)

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!

Workshop #4
TRANCE & SUFI DANCES
(Workshop with Terezka)

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!

ALL FRI WORKSHOPS
DISCOUNT RATE!
for 4 Workshops

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)

Friday Evening Seminar
GUEST PANEL DISCUSSION
on the Stage with Q & A

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.

Day 2: Saturday 18th Jan 2025 

BOOK AUSET WORKSHOPS @ TABETHA'S STUDIO
Venue Address: The Koort, 1/12 Old Great Northern Hwy, Midland WA

Workshop #5 (Theater)
THE MECHANICS OF BELLYDANCE
(Workshop with Tabetha)

9am-10:30am
The Mechanics of Bellydance (Tabetha)
Discover the inner workings of the body & weight shift for Bellydance, great for all styles & levels

Workshop #6 option 1 (Theater)
TARAB FROM THE HEART
(Workshop with Terezka)

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

Workshop #6 option 2 (Studio)
SPANISH FANDANGO FUSION
(Workshop with Richelle)

10:45pm-12:15pm
Spanish Fandango Fusion (Richelle)
Embrace the 'Spirit of the Tribe' with Flamenco fans and Tribal skirts!  Soulful, connected movement

Lunchtime Seminar (Theater)
OPENING THE HEART
(Seated seminar with Terezka)

12:30pm- 1:15pm
'Opening the Heart' for Bellydance
(Terezka)
A seminar on vulnerability in dance - and how it can elevate your artistry!

Workshop #7 option 1 (Theater)
CREATIVE BELLYDANCE
(Workshop with Belyssa)

1:15pm-2:45pm
Creative Theatrical Bellyance (Belyssa)
Sourcing deeper layers of inspiration for your dance, from classroom to stage.

Workshop #7 option 2 (Studio)
'WAHDA WAHDA'
(Workshop with Kim)

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.

Workshop #8 option 1 (Theater)
NEW CAIRO CLASSICAL
(Workshop with Tabetha)

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!

Workshop #8 option 2 (Studio)
CIRCLES, SPIRALS, OMI'S
(Workshop with Kim)

3pm-4:30pm
Circles, Spirals and Omi’s
 (Kim)
Discover the sensual flowing nature of circular moves and patterns for bellydancers - group or solo.

FULL DAY SAT WORKSHOPS
2 Seminars/2 Workshops
Discounted Day Pass

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!

SATURDAY EVENING AUSET GUEST SOLO SHOWCASE
Includes our special guests!

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!

Day 3: Sunday 19th Jan 2024 

BOOK AUSET WORKSHOPS @ TABETHA'S STUDIO
Venue Address: The Koort, 1/12 Old Great Northern Hwy, Midland WA

Workshop #9 (Theater)
ADVENTURES IN THE EAST
(Seated seminar with Amera)

9:30am-10:30am
Adventures in the Middle East
(Amera)
Hear about Amera's most memorable adventures, performing in the Middle East. Seated Seminar.

Workshop #10 option 1 (Theater)
EGYPTIAN ASSAYA
(Workshop with Amera)

10:45pm-12:15pm
Egyptian Assaya
(Amera)
Learn the sprightly art of Assaya (women's stick dancing) Saiidi style, with Amera. Bring your cane!

Workshop #10 option 2 (Studio)
INTRODUCTION TO WINGS
(Workshop with Suhayla)

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.

Lunchtime Seminar (Theater)
MY JOURNEY - A SEARCH FOR KNOWLEDGE
(Seated seminar with Belyssa)

12:30pm- 1:15pm
My Journey
 (Belyssa)
Follow Belyssa's exciting dance journey from New York to Perth, and the places in between

Workshop #11 option 1 (Theater)
TAQSIM LIVE ARABIC MUSIC
(Workshop with Keti)

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.

Workshop #11 option 2 (Studio)
 BEDOUIN INSPIRATIONS
(Workshop with Belyssa)

1:15pm-2:45pm
Bedouin Dance Inspirations
(Belyssa)

Discover Bedouin dance inspiration, with traditional dresses on display, from Belyssa's research  in Egypt.

Workshops #12 option 1 (Theater)
 BALADI AWADI & TET
(Workshop with Tabetha)

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.

Workshops #12 option 1 (Studio)
DOF FOR EVERYONE!
(Workshop with Sam)

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!

FULL DAY SUN WORKSHOPS
2 Seminars/2 Workshops
Discounted Day Pass

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!

SUNDAY EVENING AUSET 'JOURNEYS' CONCERT
WA Troupes plus guests!

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!

FIRST TWENTY PARTICIPANTS!
EARLYBIRD OFFER!
Discount Full 3 Day Retreat Pass

12 x Workshops plus all 3 evening events.
ONLY 20 PASSES AVAILABLE!
Just $430 instead of $580. SAVE $150. GREAT VALUE!!

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