Ep 205. Angella Kim: Belly Dance in Asia: Evolution & Current Realities

Angella Kim is an internationally renowned and award-winning belly dancer from South Korea. She graduated from Dongguk University of Arts with a degree in theatre and first began her journey in Oriental dance in 2005. In 2008 Angella established her AFOD company in Beijing, China and began developing her teaching system, which is now used in over 24 provinces in China and more than 180 cities. From 2009-2012 Angella toured in Jillina's Bellydance Evolution company. She has also taught at the "Ahlan wa Sahlan" festival in Cairo, Egypt as well as Japan, Singapore, Argentina and many other countries.In this episode you will learn about:- What influenced the popularization of belly dance in Korea- Why Angella moved to China- Her teaching system - Difference in students mentality in China, Korea and Japan- Navigating dance work in China through the pandemic timesShow Notes to this episode:Follow Angella Kim via Instagram, FB, and YouTube.Follow Iana on Instagram, FB, and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club.Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE.Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast