Silk Road Studio - Peoria

Arin specializes in teaching students and performing bellygrams. Any potential bellygram or teaching opportunity will be discussed at length so both Arin and the client will know what to expect from the event. Full contracts will be provided which will include all details of the event.

In 2002, Arin embarked on her study of SWANA/MENAHT dance (commonly called belly dance), which has been her main passion since structured dance education throughout her formative years. While she has always enjoyed diversifying her repertoire with elements of other dance styles (including everything from partner dancing to breakdancing to flow arts), her primary focus has been the culturally-rich dance forms of the last couple decades. Combining her past and present skills, she likes to continue to explore her hobbies and learn new skills to help elevate performances to the next level.

Arin is American, but has devoted training to increase her skills by attending workshops with master and local teachers, and performs with a variety of props (zills/Sagat, sword, basket, veil, Isis wings, fan veil, candles, tambourine, cane, whip, drums). She performs in both group and solo settings (Mosaic, bellygrams, restaurant/bar performances upon request) and also offers "Friends' Night In" mini classes for the perfect one-time experience.

Contract details will be finalized during conversations with the client and performer. Standard details are as follows:

Silk Road Studio – Peoria, Mosaic, and all associated performers provide a variety of dances, suitable for family-friendly entertainment. Any performance will help give you the ‘one of a kind’ gathering that you have been looking for – please provide all details below so that the performance can be specifically tailored to your event.

All performance prices are set due to a variety of factors, including prior skill classes/workshops, choreography time, costume costs, music prep, day-of prep (makeup, hair, sewing), music licensing, chaperone and transportation costs.

Required details for performance:
Client Name
Client Phone Number
Client Email
Date of desired performance
Time of performance (time that performer(s) shall start the set, not the time required to be at venue)
Loacation (including address)
Building Entry/Exit, Parking information
Performance venue (ex: private home, bar, hotel, etc)
Performance location (ex: indoor/outdoor)
Available space for the performer(s) (length/width in FT)
Ceiling height and decor (ex: height in FT, hanging lights or chandaliers)
Is the performance a surprise?
Depending on event type, does the location/venue have a professional speaker system/DJ?
Is there anything else the performer(s) should be aware of (ex: sound restrictions of finger cymbals, religious or cultural restrictions, etc)

Covid Waivers:
1) If the performer(s) should be ill prior/at the time of the event and are unable to perform or provide an alternate performer, a full refund minus any fees (Paypal/etc) will be given.
2) If the client should have to cancel the event due illness, a full refund minus any fees (Paypal/etc) will be given.
a. Proof of positive Covid-19 test results must be provided.
b. If no positive test results are provided, all other cancellation policies apply, per contract lines 17 to 19.

The client shall provide:

1) A safe, suitable environment is required for the performer, free of broken glass, spilled liquids or other hazardous objects, and animals must be secured. This includes an environment free from harassment (sexual in nature or otherwise), including that no performer shall be touched (please see ‘Tipping’ in contract line 9). Should the performer(s) deem the environment unsafe, they can leave at any time without rendering services. The client is still responsible for paying the full price of the performance.
2) If the event is to take place outside, please be sure to have a backup plan with a suitable indoor space in case of inclement weather.
3) If the client is providing the sound system, it must be tested prior to arrival. All performance music must be loud, as musical rhythms are unable to be heard otherwise.
4) Any special requests should be discussed in detail with Silk Road Studio – Peoria at the time of deposit/contract signing. This includes details for surprise events, birthdays, anniversaries, and weddings, as well as items like style of dance, colors/costuming, possible props, and audience participation.
5) Should the performer(s) be aware of any cultural or religious aspects that may require a specific music or costume selection? Please discuss this with Silk Road Studio – Peoria at the time of booking.
6) Final changes to performance attire should be discussed 48+ hours to the event date. Music, costuming, and props are selected specifically for your performance and last-minute changes cannot be made prior to the start of the performance.
7) A suitable (private) changing area with window coverings is required for the performer(s). NO VIDEO CAMERAS ALLOWED. The performer(s) will be storing bags/costuming items in this space – public restrooms and working kitchens do not mix with costumes. The client or an associated person will be required to show the performer(s) the changing space upon arrival, as not to delay the performance start time.
a. In the case of surprise parties, a phone call/text message will be sent to the designated person to inform them when the dancer has arrived. This person will be responsible for directing the dancer onto the premises.
8) Photography/video of the performer(s) is permitted, but may only be used for private purposes (wedding videos, etc). Showing, selling, or distributing footage of the performer(s) in a public area, including uploading videos onto the internet, without the performer(s) permission/written consent is strictly prohibited and constitutes a breach of copyright laws for both the performer and the musicians of the music. It is the responsibility of the client to enforce this clause. You may contact the performer(s) at (email hidden) for additional details or permission.
9) Tipping – Tipping is accepted, but no touching is allowed. Traditional tipping methods for dollar bills include handing bills to the performer(s) (so that she/he may tuck it into the edge of the costume), tossing bills on the floor in the performance space, or a ‘money shower’ in which the money is tossed above the performer(s) head. All tips belong to the performer and are not deducted from the performance fee.
10) Time allowing, the performer(s) will be happy to pose for souvenir pictures after the performance.
11) Travel costs will be applied for events more than 30 minutes outside of town. Performers will carpool when option from starting location.

The performer(s) shall provide:

12) If any performer with Silk Road Studio – Peoria must cancel, a suitable replacement will be provided. In cases of serious emergency, inclement weather, or any other legitimate reason beyond her/his control, the deposit will be refunded in full.
13) If the client is providing the sound system, an MP3 will be emailed prior to the performance. A backup CD will be available with the performer(s) at the time of the event.
14) The performer(s) will arrive 10 minutes early (if prepped) or 15 to 20 minutes (if changing is needed). The performance will start on time, and if the performer(s) must wait more than 15 minutes to perform, a service charge will be applied ($50 for bellygrams and duets, $20 per person for group performances).
a. The performer(s) must be paid promptly upon completion of the performance (cash/check only).
b. If the event is a wedding or other large party, please leave the final payment with the DJ/wedding planner/trusted individual, so that the bride/groom or other guest of honor will not be disturbed.
c. If the performer(s) must wait more than 15 minutes after the completion of a performance for the final payment, or are required to track down the individual that is paying for the event, a service charge will be applied ($50 for the first 15 minutes, $25 for each additional 15 minutes after that).
d. If the DJ is playing the performers’ music, they must play it without alterations (no starting/stopping/skipping songs) as the format has been specifically chosen for this event/venue. The performers’ are not responsible for the mishaps of the DJ and/or a show being cut short/ended due to incorrect or skipped music. Payment in full is still required.
e. Starting a show late means you may end up with a shorter show than originally planned or constitute a breach of contract on part of the client. Starting and ending on time helps keep both the event and performer(s) evenings on schedule.
15) If audience participation is encouraged, the performer(s) will seek out individuals to join the routine. If someone is uninterested in participating, the performer(s) will not force the individual.
16) Each performer will arrive for the performance with a chaperone/assistant. The event will allow a +1 for each individual unless specifically noted otherwise by Silk Road Studio - Peoria. This is for safety and pre/post performance help. If multiple individuals are performing, the performer(s) may utilize the same chaperones for the entire group.

DEPENDING ON TYPE OF PAYMENT SYSTEM, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS MAY NOT BE APPLICABLE. EX: FULL PAYMENTS THROUGH GIGSALAD.
NOTE: Any check with insufficient funds will have a $25 fee added to the total charge.

50% deposit due at time of booking:
If you desire to cancel, the 7 day cancellation policy date is:
Remaining cost of the performance is due at the time of the performance. The studio accepts only cash/check for final payment, and will not accept credit cards on site. Please see additional payment details below.

17) A 50% deposit is required to book the event. a) The deposit is non-refundable if the event is canceled less than 7 days (1 week) prior to the event date. b) If the event is canceled prior to the 7 days, a 20% service charge will be deducted from the returned deposit.
18) If the client cancels the performance 48 hours or less before the performance, the performance must be paid in full as this booking will likely be unable to be filled for the future.
19) If the event is booked less than 7 days (1 week) prior to the event date, the performer(s) may not be able to accommodate specific song/design requests and the 7+ day cancelation policy (line 17, part b) is automatically void.