Art in Motion Time to Shine Hafla
We are very excited to be reviving our Time to Shine Hafla! Our last event was 2018, so it's time...to Shine. This is your opportunity to "be the star" and "shine bright" celebrating the Art of Belly Dance! We will have opportunities for shopping and dancing. We are looking forward to spending the afternoon with you.
Sunday June 29, 2025
11:30: Doors open for shopping and socializing
1PM: Performances will begin
This event will also be a potluck. Please feel free to bring a covered dish or store bought item to share. We will provide water, and soda, as well as plates and utensils.
A suggested donation of $5 at the door will us cover our expenses.
Meet the Dancers
Samara with Troupe Khaleesee
Samara with Troupe Khaleesee
Samara with Troupe Khaleesee
Samara is the director of Troupe Khaleesee, whose members have been dancing together for years in venues such as the World Dance Shows at the Lancaster Ware Center, Franklin and Marshall’s World Events, and other venues that celebrate and honor other world cultures. Her classes are located in Lancaster, PA. She believes in the importance of dancing through life no matter your age.
The Golden Goddesses
Samara with Troupe Khaleesee
Samara with Troupe Khaleesee
Sue and Pat, based in the Harrisburg area, have performed American Cabaret Bellydance at haflas and festivals for many years. This duet known as "The
Golden Goddesses" bonded in their love for the music of Oriental Bellydance especially from the "Golden Era" of Bellydance. Today they will entertain you with a "twist on tambourine" to Bashra.
Tatiana
Samara with Troupe Khaleesee
Tatiana
Tatiana is a Bellydancer from the Lehigh Valley area. She is originally from Argentina, and currently studies in the USA with Carmen Bellydance. She has furthered her studies with Oxana, Diva Darina, Alla Vats, Daliya Shevchenko, and Shahdana, among other international instructors. She’s currently studying with Leyla Hassen and enjoys da
Tatiana is a Bellydancer from the Lehigh Valley area. She is originally from Argentina, and currently studies in the USA with Carmen Bellydance. She has furthered her studies with Oxana, Diva Darina, Alla Vats, Daliya Shevchenko, and Shahdana, among other international instructors. She’s currently studying with Leyla Hassen and enjoys dancing classic Raqs Sharqi as well as modern Mahraganat, Fusion and using props!
Meet the Dancers
Anaya
Banat Al Sahra
Anaya
Originally from Puerto Rico, Anaya is a dance student in Northern Virginia with a deep passion for Egyptian folkloric styles. She is a member of Al-Massraweya and Raqs Sultana dance troupes. Anaya is thrilled to be making her debut performance in Pennsylvania.
Erin
Banat Al Sahra
Anaya
Erin has been growing in her dance journey, taking classes from many teachers in PA and MD and currently dances with Lotus Sol in Frederick, MD. She loves exploring the different regional dance styles in MENAHT and how they relate to each other. She will be performing the first zill choreography she has created
Banat Al Sahra
Banat Al Sahra
Banat Al Sahra
Banat Al Sahra is a bellydance company based in the Lehigh Valley. Carmen Bellydance is our creative director. Our home studio is Allegro Dance Studios, Emmaus, PA. We love to share the beauty of bellydance at local events and shows. a product or service you'd like to show.
Meet the Dancers
Hilal
Anam Cara
Deborah
Hilal Seo started dancing in Tokyo, Japan, where she performed in numerous shows. Since 2023, she has been studying with Toni Petroski, Director of Art in Motion Belly Dance studio in Harrisburg, PA. With a passion for traditional dances, she is also recently exploring fusion styles, drawing from her own experiences and background.
Deborah
Anam Cara
Deborah
Deborah loves to explore all styles of dance. She is a member of Anam Cara and Lotus Sol, under the direction of Lindsey McCormick, and frequently joins Toni's Art in Motion classes.
At Time to Shine, she would like to share her latest choreography to "Ya Mesafer Wahdak".
Anam Cara
Anam Cara
Anam Cara
Under the direction of Lindsey McCormick, Troupe Anam Cara is a group of incredibly hard-working dancers who somehow manage to juggle life, careers and children to foster their passion for dance and friendship and are always up for participating in Lindsey’s latest shenanigans. At Time to Shine, they will be dancing an original choreography to "Moon Over ala Nar"choreographed by Deborah.
Meet the Dancers
Farasha
Luna Nova Bellydance Company
Sabela Sestri
Farasha is a performer, teacher and choreographer from Burlington, New Jersey. She has embraced Dance her entire life; she was a former member of Morocco’s Casbah Dance Experience in New York and currently she is the artistic director of the Mystic Moonlight Dancers in New Jersey. Farasha studies many forms of Dance and co-produces dance
Farasha is a performer, teacher and choreographer from Burlington, New Jersey. She has embraced Dance her entire life; she was a former member of Morocco’s Casbah Dance Experience in New York and currently she is the artistic director of the Mystic Moonlight Dancers in New Jersey. Farasha studies many forms of Dance and co-produces dance events with Su'ad in New Jersey and Connecticut. Farasha sells Bodacious Bling jewelry and accessories at events and online at farasha.com/store. She is one of today’s Time to Shine hafla vendors!
She is performing to "Sultanas de Merkaillo" by Ojos de Brujo.
Sabela Sestri
Luna Nova Bellydance Company
Sabela Sestri
Sabela Sestri, based in Dillsburg Pa, is a belly dance troupe, under the direction of Pat Tracey. They like to have fun and they enjoy sharing their love of this dance.
Luna Nova Bellydance Company
Luna Nova Bellydance Company
Luna Nova Bellydance Company
Luna Nova Bellydance company is a fusion troupe based in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania that offers performances and instruction with the focus on the group improvisational design of FatChanceBellydance® Style dance. Luna Nova is thrilled to be performing at the Time to Shine Hafla with a number that showcases the musicality and group dynamics of our style of dance.
Meet the Dancers
The Desert Dancers
The Desert Dancers
The Desert Dancers
In January 1976, at age 23, Elisheba took her first belly dance class with Leila Kochab, age 26. They lost contact after Elisheba moved in 1978. Both continued on with belly dance over the decades as instructors and performers. Lelia Kochab continues to teach today and leads the Okhti Dance Troupe from Hollidaysburg. In 2023, they found e
In January 1976, at age 23, Elisheba took her first belly dance class with Leila Kochab, age 26. They lost contact after Elisheba moved in 1978. Both continued on with belly dance over the decades as instructors and performers. Lelia Kochab continues to teach today and leads the Okhti Dance Troupe from Hollidaysburg. In 2023, they found each other on a facebook page for dancers over 50. In 2024, they got together in person for the first time in 46 years. They decided to perform a duet, performing for the first time in 47 years this past February at the Queen of Hearts Hafla. Now in their 70s, they have a combined belly dance experience of 100 years. Their performance today is cabaret - what is now known as vintage belly dance to most of you was contemporary belly dance for them.
Elisa
The Desert Dancers
The Desert Dancers
"Ever since I can remember, dance has always been the thing that makes my spirit come alive. With ballet, I found grace, with Cuban Salsa, I found pure fun, with aerial silks, I found ferocity and now, with belly dance, I feel openness and gentleness. Belly dance fuels my every day with magic and teaches me how to love my body by being g
"Ever since I can remember, dance has always been the thing that makes my spirit come alive. With ballet, I found grace, with Cuban Salsa, I found pure fun, with aerial silks, I found ferocity and now, with belly dance, I feel openness and gentleness. Belly dance fuels my every day with magic and teaches me how to love my body by being gentle, focused and curious about how it moves. I love both Raqs Sharqi and Tribal Fusion belly dance!"
Choreography to Move Your Belly by Heather Louise (Henna)
Meet the Dancers
Pat Tracey
Pat Tracey
Pat Tracey
It's a little dangerous when I don't receive a bio. That means you must trust me enough to pull the words from my heart and compose something myself 
Pat Tracey has trusted me with her dance journey for several years now, even traveling to Egypt with me and Shannon. When I watch her perform, my heart fills with pride and joy...especia
It's a little dangerous when I don't receive a bio. That means you must trust me enough to pull the words from my heart and compose something myself Pat Tracey has trusted me with her dance journey for several years now, even traveling to Egypt with me and Shannon. When I watch her perform, my heart fills with pride and joy...especially when she danced to a live band on the dahabiya floating down The Nile. Pat is well educated in dance, and continues to study with master instructors. She teaches Beginner/Intro to Belly Dance at Spinning Harts, preparing dancers for my class!
Elisheba
Pat Tracey
Pat Tracey
Elisheba began her dance career in 1976. She got her start with Leila Kochab and continued studies over the years with Jadaya, Miraj and Serena Wilson to name a few. In 1980, she had the opportunity to perform with recording artists Eddie Kochak and Hakki Obadia. Over the years, she has taught the dance in both Johnstown and Harrisburg,
Elisheba began her dance career in 1976. She got her start with Leila Kochab and continued studies over the years with Jadaya, Miraj and Serena Wilson to name a few. In 1980, she had the opportunity to perform with recording artists Eddie Kochak and Hakki Obadia. Over the years, she has taught the dance in both Johnstown and Harrisburg, including the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She has performed with troupes and as a soloist at a variety of venues including the Ethnic Festival at the University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown, the Amani Festival, Musicfest, Kipona, the PA Ren Faire, church festivals, weddings and loved doing belly grams. Dance has brought a lifetime of grand adventures wonderful, lifelong friends.
Tahjia
Pat Tracey
Tahjia
Tahjia has been involved in the Bellydance community for several decades. She primarily is perched on the Vintage AMCAB branch; but she loves to see and appreciates all branches and styles of the bellydance tree. Tahjia has had the privilege to study under the many Vintage teachers. She is Heavily influenced by Aszmara, Dahlena, Cory Z
Tahjia has been involved in the Bellydance community for several decades. She primarily is perched on the Vintage AMCAB branch; but she loves to see and appreciates all branches and styles of the bellydance tree. Tahjia has had the privilege to study under the many Vintage teachers. She is Heavily influenced by Aszmara, Dahlena, Cory Zamora, Delilah and Artemis Mourat. When she wants to add in some Egyptain Spice.. Toni Petroski is her go to..
Meet the Dancers
Okhti Dance Troupe
Black Cat Belly Dance
Black Cat Belly Dance
And here all the way from Western Pennsylvania! Okhti Dance Troupe under the direction of Linda Bliss! This troupe has been together for many years under teacher Linda Biss ( Leila Kochab )—out of Hollidaysburg Pa
Black Cat Belly Dance
Black Cat Belly Dance
Black Cat Belly Dance
Black Cat Belly Dance is a student dance troupe from State College, PA, directed by Shannon Bishop. They love to share their love of Egyptian music and dance and perform regularly throughout Central Pennsylvania.
Baladi Beats
Black Cat Belly Dance
Baladi Beats
Baladi Beats was formed by a group of dance classmates who wanted to experiment with different dance styles and music genres. They made their debut at the 2016 Holiday Hafla, where they performed a hip hop inspired piece to Uptown Funk. They enjoy incorporating elements from tribal fusion, Spanish, hip hop, jazz, and modern into classic
Baladi Beats was formed by a group of dance classmates who wanted to experiment with different dance styles and music genres. They made their debut at the 2016 Holiday Hafla, where they performed a hip hop inspired piece to Uptown Funk. They enjoy incorporating elements from tribal fusion, Spanish, hip hop, jazz, and modern into classic Egyptian-style belly dance. Through dance, the women of Baladi Beats have formed lasting friendships which they hope will last for many years to come! They meet Saturday mornings in Lancaster and are open to welcoming new troupe members
Meet the Dancers
Avalonia
Avalonia
Avalonia
Avalonia (Elaine Torrance-Gingrich) has been studying dance since the age of four. Studies included ballet, tap, jazz, modern, and most recently belly dance. She began teaching in 2018 at Free Spirit Yoga in Hershey, PA. Elaine holds certifications in Conscious Dance and Groove and Groove FIT and is very excited to bring these modalities to the area
Jaelynn
Avalonia
Avalonia
Jaelynn took her first belly dance class in 2016. Currently, she performs with Troupes Anam Cara and Lotus Sol. As a performer, she loves to tell a story through dance.
Kalayla
Avalonia
Kalayla
From Union Bridge, Kalayla has been dancing for over 13 years. It's started with a jingle in a college common room and a love for belly dance was born. Learning from masters like Yasmin Henkesh, Sophianna skilled friends, strengthening her dance skills is a key factor for her. Performing at public and private events, Kalayla loves to stri
From Union Bridge, Kalayla has been dancing for over 13 years. It's started with a jingle in a college common room and a love for belly dance was born. Learning from masters like Yasmin Henkesh, Sophianna skilled friends, strengthening her dance skills is a key factor for her. Performing at public and private events, Kalayla loves to strike awe in her audience. Most importantly she wants a good laugh in the show too! Now you can learn from Kalayla, teaching all levels of dance in private sessions. Catch her on Facebook or Instagram to see what she's been up to and what lies ahead.
Meet the Dancers
Lindsey
Lindsey
Lindsey
For Lindsey, dance is a magical blend of movements that feeds the body, mind and soul. She teaches classical and fusion belly dance technique in Frederick, MD, and is the director of Troupe Anam Cara and Troupe Lotus Sol. Lindsey enjoys cross training in multiple styles and blending elements from dance techniques learned throughout her li
For Lindsey, dance is a magical blend of movements that feeds the body, mind and soul. She teaches classical and fusion belly dance technique in Frederick, MD, and is the director of Troupe Anam Cara and Troupe Lotus Sol. Lindsey enjoys cross training in multiple styles and blending elements from dance techniques learned throughout her life and telling stories through her theatrical dance performances.
Shannon
Lindsey
Lindsey
Shannon has been teaching and performing Egyptian dance for the past 20 years and has led tours to Egypt for the past decade. She has performed on the Nile Andrea cruise ship and her performance at The Cataract Hotel in Cairo appeared on Egyptian television. She teaches weekly classes in classic, modern and folkloric styles of Egyptian dance, both in person and online.
Helaine
Lindsey
Helaine
Helaine is a Pennsylvania based Belly Dancer. She fell in love with Egyptian folk dances, Golden Era and classical Egyptian
dance. Since 2015, she has been studying with Carmen at Allegro Dance Studios, and
her favorite props to perform with are veil, fan veil, and cane. Helaine enjoys performing with Banat Al Sahra,
Carmen’s Bellydance
Helaine is a Pennsylvania based Belly Dancer. She fell in love with Egyptian folk dances, Golden Era and classical Egyptian
dance. Since 2015, she has been studying with Carmen at Allegro Dance Studios, and
her favorite props to perform with are veil, fan veil, and cane. Helaine enjoys performing with Banat Al Sahra,
Carmen’s Bellydance troupe, and she also studies online with Shannon Bishop. Her journey took her traveling with Shannon
Bishop’s Egyptian tours in 2023 for an immersive dance and cultural experience.
Meet the Dancers
Carmen
The She Serpents
The She Serpents
Carmen is a delightful and compassionate Middle Eastern Dance Artist from the Lehigh Valley. Her passion and enthusiasm for belly dance come through in each performance. Carmen is a sought-after performer and instructor who loves the opportunity to share the beauty of belly dance with others.
The She Serpents
The She Serpents
The She Serpents
The alway true and authentic She Serpents.....The are like a box of chocolates. You get a taste of each!