For whatever reason, this new year has really strengthened my dedication to belly dance. I took the month of December off to do the family thing, and came back strong in January.
My newfound determination to work harder, dance more & enjoy being an entertainer is exhilarating!
I have spent the past few weeks taking as many dance classes as I possibly can & showing up to all the troupe rehearsals. The more I dance, the more I become the dancer. Or something like that.
Being in Anisa's troupe is a joyful experience, and it's a lot of work! I never realized how difficult it really is to be in sync with other dancers & it is challenging me in all sorts of ways.
My restaurant/cabaret-style skills are improving, if I do say so myself. I am getting more comfortable with audience interaction and am enjoying an improvised set. At Moun of Tunis a couple weeks ago, I felt really "on" and had so much fun dancing for a lovely restaurant of people & other dancers! And I even had someone take a good performing picture of me....bonus!
There is always fear & doubt, nerves, a little anxiety & often the middle of the night waking up worrying about losing my costume on stage!
But it's worth it. It's the best feeling ever!
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