Professional performances full of elegant passion. Dances varying from classical Egyptian belly dance to innovative fusions. Invoketress Dance have a versatility that can meet any of your performance needs. Solos, duets, or group numbers are available in choreographed performances, improvisational performances, with props, tutorials, and crowd interaction.
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Mary was on time which is hugh and everyone enjoyed her performance. It added some spice to our celebration.
Response from Invoketress Dance:
Gillian, thank you for your kind review! It was a pleasure performing at your event.
Mary was wonderful! It was a surprise birthday party for out son's 30th and the second surprise was the dancing. What a wonderful celebration. She was so much fun with all his guests.
Thank you Mary!!
Response from Invoketress Dance:
Laurie, thank you so much for your kind review! Everyone was lovely and I certainly hope this will be a birthday to remember!
We booked 3 ladies for our holiday gala for 150 people. The performance was spectacular!! We got to see so many diff versions of belly dancing AND they did a tutorial with our crowd.
Beautiful songs, beautiful dancing, beautiful souls.
Ishra is an absolute joy to work with!
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Everyone loved it and it made our special day that much better!!
I hired Ishra and one other dancer and they did a great job! I was very impressed by their organization. Communication prior to the event was excellent. Ishra is well organized, and set out an entertaining and exciting show for our guests that was the perfect length. Our wedding was Egyptian with zaffa to start. The girls were skilled and professional. Their routine included:
Set one:
1. Zaffa for grand entrance with zill and tambourine
Set two:
1. Sword (Enta Kawkabi)
2. Veil (El Leila Helwa)
3. Drum solo (Serena's Step)
4. Shaabi (Wastic Blastik)
5. Dance with audience (Yaho)
It was perfect and we were very impressed. I would definitely recommend booking with Ishra.
“Ishra brings not only a distinct professionalism to her work but also an infectious enthusiasm that all those involved are invariably swept up by and compelled to meet at the same high level of quality. As a role model for young women emerging in our local arts community, I’d like to believe that Ishra’s fierce experimentalism and joyful conviction in her work can only inspire the next generation of women drawn to the world of dance and multi-disciplinary collaboration.” – Andrew McPherson, twice Juno-nominated musician, voice actor
Response from Invoketress Dance:
Thank you, Andrew, for your kind words!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Invoketress offers performances and workshops in many different styles and are well-known for our variety and diversity. Workshops and shows can be personalized to suit your event and can be provided in the following styles:
- Raqs Sharqi (classical Middle Eastern belly dance) and modern belly dance (i.e., Cabaret)
- Egyptian Folklore (e.g., Saidi, Beledi)
- American Cabaret
- Transcultural Fusion
- Belly Dance Fusions
- Contemporary Fusion
- Hip-Hop Fusion
- Sacred Dance Fusion
- FatChanceBellyDance®
- Zaffe (wedding procession)
- Improvisational Tribal Style (ITS)
- Dance with props (veil, cane, sword, fan veils, Isis wings)
- Shamadan (candelabra worn on the head), candle tray on head, candles held in hands
- Dance with instrumental accompaniment (finger cymbals, tambourine, drum)
Regional dances:
Bollywood, Bhangra
Dancehall
Hawaiian, Polynesian
Flamenco, Spanish fusion
Karshilama, Romany, Turkish
Tunisian
Samba, Latin Fusion
Asian Fusion (Filipino fusion, fan dances, Vietnamese Fusion and more)
Video examples of these styles can be sent upon request.
Some themes we have performed are:
Medieval Faire & Renaissance
Warrior Women, Empowerment, Weaponry (ie. sword, daggers, stick fighting, staff)
Witches / Divination
Fairy / Fantastical Creatures
Steampunk / Goth
Geek / Pop Culture - We can cater to any fandom!
Pirate / Mermaid
Bohemian / Festival (often accompanying live music)
Fairy Tale / Princess / Lore
Burlesque / Moulin Rouge / Cabaret
Established in 2003 by founder Ishra Blanco, Invoketress is an incomparable troupe which embodies and embraces diversity not only in dance, but represents different walks of life in ethnicity, LGBQT+, education, and socioeconomic backgrounds. What holds us together is our commitment to dance and recognizing the divine in each other which allows us to continuously learn in order to evolve together.
As the Artistic Director of Invoketress, Ishra has always encouraged her dancers to find their own path from studying with other teachers to working together to host workshops with respected guest dancers in our small city of Guelph, Canada. With this openness to broaden our skill sets and deepen cultural understanding, we have grown as individuals and find inspiration from a variety of sources. The result after almost 20 years? A healthy, flourishing sisterhood where our strengths are amplified, our differences appreciated and all our stages in life are celebrated.
They have also performed at a number of notable belly dance events including the International Belly Dance Conference of Canada (Toronto), the Great Lakes Belly Dance Convention (Michigan), Tribal Revolution (Illinois), and Tribal Momentum Festival (Montreal). They have danced with numerous live musicians including twice Juno-nominated Eccodek, The Lemon Bucket Orkestra, Cuneyt Yetkiner, Bhadra Collective and Light of East Ensemble and being opening performers for Sean Paul and Akon.
In 2017, they won 1st place in the Ensemble category of the Hamilton International Bellydance Competition and solo troupe members were also placed in their respective categories. Together, they embody a diverse wealth of dance backgrounds including ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop, ballroom, Irish, Flamenco, Mexican folklore, tribal fusion, ATS® (American Tribal Style®), Bollywood, Latin, hula, Burlesque, African and more. These combined with extensive study in Raqs Sharqi (classical Egyptian belly dance) and folkloric belly dance with Ishra and other instructors have equipped the troupe with the versatility to perform both Middle Eastern dance as well as innovative fusions. Each member brings her own personal strengths and personality to the group which come together to offer rich, dynamic, layered performances.
They have performed at a large variety of events including:
- Private parties (birthdays, bachelorette parties, engagement parties, etc.)
- Weddings
- Festivals
- Gallery openings
- Restaurants
- Stage performances
- Corporate celebrations (AGMs, holiday parties, theme parties)
- Fundraisers/charity events
- Accompanying live music
- NO bachelor parties or all male events
Reserve us for your next event and make it a memorable one. Grace your upcoming festival, special occasion, wedding, corporate event and more with Invoketress Dance!
Booking Requirements:
Secure and private change room with adequate lighting (mirrors are appreciated).
Decent sound system. We can bring an iPod, USB stick, or arrange to have music sent prior to the gig.
Dance surface safe for bare feet.
A 50% deposit is required to secure the booking. The balance can be paid at the event.
Additional fees for travel may be applied.
Additional fees or a shortened dance set may be applied for events running late/delayed performances.
| June 11, 2022 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm | Birthday Party |
| June 11, 2022 • 5:30pm - 5:45pm | Birthday Party |
| December 14, 2019 • 9:00pm - 9:30pm | Christmas Party |
| October 21, 2018 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| August 19, 2018 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| November 18, 2017 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Harem Vol 26 |
| October 28, 2017 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Spooky Souk |
| October 14, 2017 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Karim Nagi Gala Show |
| September 23, 2017 • 10:30pm - 11:30pm | Babylon Restaurant and Lounge |
| September 16, 2017 • 9:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| August 26, 2017 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| August 19, 2017 • 10:30pm - 11:30pm | Babylon Restaurant and Lounge |
| August 19, 2017 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Flying Dance Festival |
| August 05, 2017 • 7:30pm - 10:00pm | Pirate Festival |
| June 14, 2014 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Fundraiser |
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| Diana Stephens | Dancer |
| Siyobin Blanco | Dancer |
| Ishra Blanco | Founder, Creative Director |
| Mary Snow | Managing Director |
| Alaina Ravello | Dancer |
| Melissa | Dancer |
| Minerva | Dancer |
| Natalie | Dancer |
| Laurin | Dancer |
| Rachael | Dancer |
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Secure and private changeroom with adequate lighting (mirrors are appreciated)
Dance surface safe for bare feet
Decent sound system: music may be arranged to be sent prior to the event or we will bring on our devices to be plugged in or played through a Bluetooth connection. We may provide a sound system if required.
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9 Verified Bookings Azim V. said “Hired Kunahree and her partner for my son’s Mandvo She danced for about 15 mins on Indian songs and everyone was amazed at her dancing.On the last song…”
Toronto, ON
Belly Dancer
17 Verified Bookings Shaimaa M. said “Thanks Marta for the amazing performance We enjoyed a lot You was at time Professional dancer”
North York, ON
Belly Dancer
Tania C. said “Very professional! Your guests will be entertained by Raks Samara. Don't hesitate to book her for your next event!”
Hamilton, ON
Belly Dancer
Soha M. said “We enjoyed the performance so much, amazing music colorful costumes.”
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