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Saturday June 2

2:30pm-4:30pm

Xata - Tunisian

Tunisian Dance Workshop with Xatia

In this workshop you will learn some basic Tunisian moves and balancing techniques, culminating in a full-length choreography set to traditional Tunisian rhythms. All levels are welcome to participate, and there are performance opportunities for those interested. Please bring a large plastic water bottle with which to practice balancing techniques. Wear a tassel belt if you have one, or a simple hip scarf (no coins or beads please). Be prepared to work barefoot and to sweat!

Xatia started dance as a hobby at 3 years old (jazz, tap, ballet) and only started to dedicate serious study to Modern Dance and Classical Ballet while attending the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she earned her Graduate Certificate in Theater Arts with an emphasis in Dance. While attending UCSC, she was given the opportunity to study ballet at the Beijing Dance Academy in Beijing ,China, and at the Royal Theater in Copenhagen, Denmark. She went on to pursue a Master of Arts degree in History from San Francisco State University where she completed her thesis on dance history, focusing on the colonial era in Algeria and France. She then spent a year living, working and studying in Tunisia, where she fell in love with the earthy, vibrant folkloric style of Tunisian dance. She was fortunate enough in Tunisia to undertake formal study of folkloric dance from Cyrine Hajri, graduate of the now defunct Dance Department of the National School of the Arts in Tunis, Tunisia, as well as learning informally while attending parties and social gatherings. She also sent a year and a half studying and working in Buenos Aires, Argentina where she studied the sensual art form of Argentine Tango as well as Classical Ballet and Pointe Technique with Victoria Mazari. She now brings her eclectic talents and experience back to the Bay Area, where she is also an avid student of many other Middle Eastern dance forms, as well as a performer with Karavansaray Dance Company and Farima Berenji. You can also see her perform Tunisian folkloric solos at various functions around the Bay Area.

$25 in advance, $30 at the door, payable directly to Xatia (via PayPal, send payment to origamiswann@aol.com)

For more information and pre-registration, please contact Xatia.

June 18 - June 29
July 23 - July 27 
AND
July 30 - August 3

Theater and Dance Summer Camps with Lauren Meyer
Ages: junior and senior high school


Theater Camp: This two-week camp is packed with classes and workshops focusing on musical theater skills and work ethic. Theater Camp is geared toward passionate students who are ready to dive 100% into the world of theater. Each student’s goals will be worked on through individual lessons and coaching.
Dates: June 18 - June 29 
Fee: $550 


Dance Intensive: This week of musical theater dance will include warm-ups, stretching, cardio, technique, and fun dances from great musicals. Come get some exercise, improve your dance skills, and have fun!
Dates: July 23 - June 27  
Times: 10am-12pm 
Fee: $150 


Theater Workshop: The Theater Workshop is a condensed version of the Theater Camp. Although it will include similar elements as the Theater Camp, it will be completely new material. First priority will be given to students who are not already registered in the two-week Theater Camp.
Dates: July 30 - August 3 
Fee: $250 


For more information or questions, please contact Lauren Meyer:
    info@lauren-meyer.com 
    www.Lauren-Meyer.com 
    (408) 605-2635
Registration at www.Lauren-Meyer.com

 

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Studio Features

Features of Halanda Studio:

Front Door Interior View

Halanda Studio as viewed from Lincoln Avenue entrance

Curtains

Curtains drawn for a Performance

  • 900 square foot space
  • 40 feet of wall mirrors on one side
  • Cushioned laminate flooring
  • Stereo system with 3-CD changer, MP3 player input, remote, and wall-mounted speakers
  • TV with VCR and DVD
  • Central Air Conditioning and Heating
  • Private bathroom with full-length mirror
  • Curtains for performance space, photo/video backdrop, and private changing area
  • 50 folding chairs available as needed (please inform us in advance)
  • Free-standing ballet barre (double-sided, height-adjustable, 6-ft length)
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Rates and Rental Policies

Studio Rental Rates

$28/hr for Non-Peak Hours
$35/hr for Peak Hours [Monday-Thursday 6-9pm, and Saturday 9am-2pm]

Discount Opportunities for Advanced Payment

  • 8 hours in a single day pre-paid: 10% Discount
  • 10-20 hours pre-paid: 10% Discount
  • 20-30 hours pre-paid: 15% Discount
  • 30-40 hours pre-paid: 20% Discount
  • 40 hours or more pre-paid: 25% Discount

In addition, a special rate of $20/hour is available for private practices or personal training involving one or two people only, during Non-Peak hours. Please contact us for more information.

Payment Terms

  • 30% payment (non-refundable) required to book rental and for Halanda to publish or promote your event
  • Total payment for rental term required prior to first use

Cancellations

Rental payments are not refundable, but in case the event is canceled after payment, the payment received may be applied as a credit to a later booking, up to 90 days from the original event date. We require at least one week advanced notice of the cancellation in order to issue a credit for use at a later date.

Studio Use Policies

Please note that alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the studio. Animals are not permitted in the studio.