Ep 299. Warda: From Studying Arabic Language to Building a Career in Dance

Warda is a choreographer, instructor, and performer of oriental dance and folklore styles with 13 years of experience. She has organized over 15 international events and excursions to the Middle East, making her a key figure in Bulgaria's belly dance events. With performance experience in both Bulgaria and Egypt, she is deeply connected to Oriental culture, speaks Arabic, and offers workshops across the world. In 2017, Warda launched the international festival HEZZ YA WEZZ in Sofia. She established her dance school in 2018 and has taught and judged at various international festivals. In 2021, she fulfilled her dream of teaching at Egyptian festivals, and in 2022, she performed in Egypt and appeared in a music video for Mahmoud El Esseily.In this episode you will learn about:- Studying the Arabic language, and different dialects of Arabic- Does age make difference in belly dance career- How folklore dances are different from oriental- Most important qualities the event organizer must have- Warda’s experience of living and working in EgyptShow Notes to this episode:Find Warda on Instagram, FB, YouTube, and website.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