Engertic, mesmerizing, fun Raqs Sharqi performer featured in a variety of shows and events. Award winning middle eastern and North African choreography combined with pan-African and Latin flavors. Versatile styling that goes from perky and family friendly to dark, spooky, and alternative. A personality that will definitely light up your event. Unforgettable performances with: Shamadan, candle tray, cane, daggers, sword, isis wings, veil(s), zills, candles, chains & more!
Available for: variety show performances, wedding receptions, birthday parties, ambiance dancing, group classes and private lessons.
SaLydia absolutely lights up the room with her performance. She executes her moves with grace and sassy flare and is a true joy to watch. I have seen her perform both with and without props, and both are equally entrancing. A belly dancer who can fit all events and venues.
Furthermore, she is an amazing instructor. She has a way of breaking down moves and choreography into steps that make even the most novice dancer able to follow. She is kind, knowledgeable and prepared to come to you at whatever level you are at. If you want to work on shimmies or learn a prop for the first time, she can handle instructing with ease. I could not recommend her enough. Not to mention, her classes leave you sweating and glowing.
Every show I've booked Menad for, she's ROCKED the crowd!! She puts high energy and passion in get performances and it invigorates the room! I refer her to my friends and business associates and highly recommend get for any event!
Price Range: $160-$250
Gig Length: 15 - 120 minutes
An enticing entrance, lit up by a blazing shamadan or rainbow LED light isis wings!!
Music performance ranging from slow and slinky to fast and energetic!
Sword balancing, cane twirling, veil whirling and more!
Want to get involved? The performer loves nothing more than sharing the spotlight with guest who want to show off their moves too! Don’t be shy!
Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, SaLydia Menad has been studying the art of raqs sharqi for 7 years. With 4 competition titles under her belt so far, SaLydia loves combining her knowledge of the middle eastern/North African Art with American and unique styling. All while still keeping her dancing traditional for those who enjoy folk styles and the original styles.
SaLydia currently teaches beginner belly dance and belly dance fitness in San Antonio.
When booking please let performer know if a speaker needs to be provided. If there is a Dj and/or sound equipment, artist can provide host or Dj with phone and aux cord or jump drive.
Please note if there will be a stage, dance floor, indoors or outdoors and the size of the performance space. Size of the space determines the types of props That can or cannot be used.
I am mostly influenced by the music and style required to dance to that music. Whatever I hear moves me. Of course I do this with guidance from my master teachers and peer performers.
Music and styles that inspire me:
Baladi (Egyptian)
Shaabi (Egyptian)
Dabke (Lebanese)
Reggae/Reggaeton (Caribbean)
Afro-beats (pan african)
Afro-Caribbean
Pop, alternative, r&b, hip hop (American)
And of course anything Shakira
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