Based in Palm Beach county, Florida, the Rising Phoenix Dancers are an ad hoc troupe who enjoy performing dances of MENAT--the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (and related areas). We have an eclectic repertoire spanning the range from traditional folklore to contemporary fusion.

For our latest news, photos, etc:

Information about troupe director Sherezzah Bint al-Waha Information about our troupe members Information about the styles of dance we perform Reviews Information about the troupe's history Photo gallery Information about videos Local features and articles: About belly dancing and its history Assorted bits about Oasis Dance Camp DIY Costume instructions (by Sherezzah) How to Sew a Khaleegy Thobe How to Make Quickie Beledi Dresses How to Make Harem Pants Styles of Dance: Egyptian and Turkish, by Sherezzah Middle Eastern song translations Middle Eastern Music Mondegreens (mis-heard lyrics) Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Middle Eastern dance classes, by Sherezzah Oasis Dance Camp--It's Not Just a Camp Any More!, an article by Sherezzah "If a Cat Would Dance", a poem by Joani "Oasis Dance Camp: Memories", an article by Adena "The Hierarchy of Dance", an article by Sherezzah "The Laws of BellyDynamics" Favorite teacher/dancer survey results "The History of Pog Usage in Middle Eastern Dance Costumes" "OSHA Requirements for Belly Dancers" Seminar review: Oasis Dance Camp South 1996, by Sherezzah

If you want more information, or are interested in performances, you can find us on Facebook or you can contact Sherezzah directly at sherezzah@beledy.net.

(Check out our site info for history on what and where the latest changes are; also art credits, etc. Information at this site has been labelled with ICRA and is protected by copyright.)