A Newsletter dedicated to costume for Middle Eastern Dance, Danse Orientale, Raks Sharki, and Belly Dance.
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Spring 2002

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Other Publications by
Dawn Devine Brown

New book filled with tips on design, construction and embellishment of bedlah - Bra and Belt sets.

100% Tribal Costuming!
But good for historical dancers too!

An introduction and general reference book on Middle Eastern dance costume design.

For more information on books, booklets and other publications visit our products page.


The Style File

Presenting my latest publication The Style File. This little book is a field guide to identifying styles in Middle Eastern dance costume.

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Editorial - Regrouping

After a tragic and traumatic autumn, I took some time off to do good deal of soul searching and emotional regrouping. Here are some of my thoughts, plans and projects for 2002.

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Costuming on a Shoestring

With the economic slowdown, many dancers are forced to scale back their plans for future costumes. Here are some strategies and techniques for stretching your costuming dollar.

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Project - Tribal Hair Extensions

Here is a fun, inexpensive project to add another layer of color, movement and fun for tribal, folkloric or historically inspired costuming.

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Davina on the Web

On the Costumer's Bookshelf is featured on Gilded Serpent Magazine. Book review of Indian Embroidery by Rosemary Crill

Upcoming Dance Events
California/Nevada/Oregon

The Two Old Bags of Reno are sponsoring the High Desert Hip Fest. Two days of workshops with Fahtiem and Mesmera. With shopping and a gala show, this promises to be an incredible event!

May 18 - 19,
Reno, Nevada


Vendor Site

Madam X has a NEW PATTERN available on her website! She's created an adjustable gawazee coat pattern.

www.madameXcostumes.com


Dancer Site

Lotus Tribal Belly Dance was located right next to my table at Festival Fantasia in October. They are not only an award winning dance troupe, but they have lots of interesting merchandise for sale. They are also planning an event for June 2002 - This is one busy troupe!

www.lotusbellydance.com


Web Zines

www.gildedserpent.com

www.bhuz.com


If you are a vendor, dancer or represent a troupe or event, drop me a line. davina@davina.org
We will be happy to add your site to our list.
 

The List - Dance Publications

Perhaps some of the best resources for articles and images to inspire the costume designer are dance publications. Here is a list to get you started finding both print and electronic resources.

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Q & A - Research Questions

A question on resources for research on dance costume.

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Reading List - Review of Sultana's Tent

A new Canadian publication devoted to Middle Eastern Dance.

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