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Ishra
519.846.5156
ishrablanco@yahoo.ca
Performances full of elegant passion. The perfect balance between exquisite control and wild abandon. Dances varying from traditional Middle Eastern to current funky fusions. Ishra and her troupe, Invoketress Dance Theatre, have a versatility that can meet any of your performance needs. Solos, duets, or group numbers are available. Click here to view troupe members.
Ishra and Invoketress offer performances and workshops in many different styles. Workshops and shows can be personalized to suit your event. From private parties and weddings to stage performances and corporate celebrations. However, they will not perform at bachelor parties.
For charming, enchanting and always entertaining performances and instruction, call Ishra to discuss how to make your next event unforgettable.
Raks Sharqi (Classical Egyptian) – veil, zilling, Raks Tabla (drum solo)
Upper Egypt – Saidi, assaya (cane)
Turkey (Romany) – Karshilama
Tunisian
North Africa – Zar
Umbellycall Groove (Fusion) – Ishra's unique fusion with bellydance as its base, with tastes of hip hop, Kathak, and modern
Candle Dance - Bellydance with hand held candles, shamadan
Sword
Fusion - Bellydance fused with other styles (i.e., Flamenco, Hip Hop, Kathak, Jazz, stick fighting, Cabaret, Tribal, Salsa, Irish, modern, Indian)
"...And what can be said about Lilith – Ishra. She’s a consummate professional who delights us always with her thoughtful interpretation of the themes we throw out, incredible artistry, choreography, theatre and movement – honoring women always… It was a joy to play Eve to her Lilith – apple anyone?" - Lesley Hayes, Barber Gallery