SHARIF, MALE BELLY DANCER

Sharif dancing at Kalisa's
(picture by Debra Michelle)

Welcome to the website of Sharif, male belly dancer from Santa Cruz, CA!

In September 2004 I reluctantly went to my first belly dance class, and received a very warm welcome by the local belly dance community. I have now performed publicly dozens of times, and I am really enjoying it! You can read and see all the details in my dance blog and pictures. Also, have a look at my performance video or the TV commercial I did in 2006, and read answers to frequently asked questions.

Because belly dance is an uncommon activity for males in the US, I created this website to describe my adventures in the world of sequins and zills. I hope my story is useful to aspiring dancers and makes people more comfortable with male dancing. Please remember that much on this site is my personal opinion.

I like to hear from you, please leave a note in my visitors book or and link to me from your own website. I'd be happy to perform at your event, please contact me for details!

Most importantly, enjoy dancing, be it as a performer or in the audience!


Sharif at Rakkasah 2007
(picture by Desma)

 

Upcoming public performances
Sunday August 3, 2008 Fantasy Festival (outside stage), San Leandro, time TBD.
Saturday August 23, 2008 Diva Nation Show, Pacific Cultural Center, Santa Cruz, 7pm.
Sunday September 7, 2008 Crystal's Student Night, Menara, San Jose, 6:30pm.

Check the event schedule for more local belly dance events, and

 

 

Last five site updates
July 1, 2008 Added blog entry and pictures of performance at Hafla Santa Cruz.
June 19, 2008 Added blog entry and pictures of performance with Crystal's troupe at the Dance Odyssey Recital.
May 8, 2008 Added blog entry and pictures of Sese's naming ceremony.
May 2, 2008 Added blog entry and pictures about performance at Sese's Soloist Showcase.
March 20, 2008 Added blog entry and pictures of performance at the Rakkasah festival. Refreshed the "My Favorites" picture album. Added individual picture albums to the "local belly dancers" and "my teachers" pages - click on any picture!

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