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		As a career artist, Dahlena represented the dance culture of the middle east at its best”…Ali Jihad Racy Ph.D, Professor of Ethnomusicology UCLA. Performing in Night Clubs across the U.S. Plus France, Syria and Iraq. Dahlena started her teaching career in the early 1970's Dahlena has had a performing career in which she successfully transcended upscale night Club venues to the Concert stage...   Her highly disciplined and structured method of instruction that has gained her the respect of dancers and dance students all over the world Dahlena is exceptionally sincere and totally devoted to her art. She is a fine performer and human being
Since 1988, DaVid of Scandinavia has devoted his time and effort to achieve a high level of technique and cultural quality in the traditional and modern dances of India and the Middle East. DaVid is one of the leading male dancers and instructors within his field. His name is synonymous with excellence, professionalism and enthusiasm in the dance. DaVid is known for artistically developed choreographies, rich with cultural content, as well as his spontaneous ability to improvise. His East Indian heritage and cultural knowledge add to his merits.   DaVid has presented and performed at cultural, commercial and charitable events and venues around the world. He has been involved in several projects to represent, preserve, develop and improve the level of Middle Eastern and East Indian dances. He has been featured in video productions by the prestigious International Academy of Middle Eastern Dance (IAMED) and Pe-ko Records. In 2006, DaVid became the first male instructor to ever be featured on an IAMED instructional DVD.	of
	Kathryn Ferguson's  Xanadu Dancers	Internationally renowned dancer, choreographer and teacher Kathryn Ferguson captures the power and soul of Oriental dance She inspires dance students and cabaret audiences in North America, Europe, Turkey, Australia and New Zealand.   Miss Ferguson's unforgettable style blends classical elegance, strict adherence to traditional Mideastern technique, and subtle interpretations of music and its "silences." Combining technical skill with her captivating stage presence, Kathryn is able to impart intimate feelings to her audience through movement. Reviewers have described her dancing as having "natural dynamism" and "sensuous vibrancy." Two award winning films featuring American Modern Dance companies have resulted from Kathryn's energy and creative talents (as creator/producer and as assistant director, respectively). These works have been presented on American television and in European festivals.
Nadia of Las Vegas is an accomplished  perfmer, choreographer and instructor. She has a BA in both Dance Studies and anthropology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. In 2003 Donna studied abroad at the University of Ghana, West Africa where she immersed herself in the traditions of African dance and culture.  The previous year, Ms. Machon who taught Middle Eastern dance at the UNLV Dance Department, was the recipient of the departments Mitzi Huges Scholarship for her commitment and contribution to the study of dance. In addition she was selected to perform at the Edinburgh International Fringe Festival in Scotland for a one-month engagement. Donna is currently earning her masters degree in the area of education. She has taught and studied a variety of dance forms for over twenty years. She hopes to continue her studies abroad, with a focus in cultural art studies.
		Hall of Fame in honor of her contributions in dancElegance, glamour, and grace characterize the dance style of the dedicated dancer Carmen Evans. During her extensive career in New York, Carmen is well known as a teacher, performer, costume designer and choreographer.  After earning her B.A. in dance education, Carmen began intensive study with Bobby Farrah, Elena Lentini and Yousry Sheriff.  She operated her own studio and taught in many community schools.  She danced at all the major night clubs in the tri- state area as well as the United Nations, cruise ships, and countless corporate and private functions.  She was dance captain of the famous  Darvish  and Cedars of Lebanon night clubs. For two years she performed with the Ramzi el Edlibi Dance Company.  She then co-founded Oriental Images Concert Group which presented sophisticated Middle Eastern dance programs to educational groups and the general public.  She also served as consultant coach to other dancers and groups. Carmen has taught dance seminars across the U.S.  In 1995, Carmen founded Fantasia Araby Dance Concert Group and established her Arabian Dance Arts Studio  In 1997, Carmen was inducted into the American Academy of Middle Eastern Dancer’s Hall of Fame in honor of her contributions in dance
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