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Jana Farran01:52 01 Sep 21Our belly dancer was incredible from start to finish! She was very helpful in planning the surprise entertainment for... my friend's 50th birthday party. She kept in contact and made sure everything was perfect. The performance was so mesmerizing! All of our guests absolutely loved her! She interacted with everyone and got them involved in the show. We could not have been happier! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!read moreRachel Thompson18:50 29 Jan 21Theresa and her troupe of professional, exotic belly dancers, exceeded my expectations for a memorable night of fun,... fearless, fabulous, females creating a real sense of true friendship and comradery for my new journey of beginners level belly dance lessons. Theresa also impressed me with her energetic and creative choreography skills, demonstrating patience and compassion while upholding and honoring this traditional middle eastern dance style.read moreLeigh Allen18:08 12 Oct 20We had so much fun being entertained by the belly dancer and her drummer at our party. Learning some belly dance moves... topped off the evening!!!!! Bravo!!read moreGloria C Barrera22:21 07 Sep 20She came to my house for my son's birthday, she was very professional, I highly recommend them.sierra Patterson12:46 06 Aug 20Theresa is a very competent teacher for beginners or advanced students. No matter your experience or the number of... students in class, I always felt like the class was just for me. She's engaging, patient and is anxious the help you develop your skills and have fun doing it!read moreBrian Elliott21:15 03 Aug 20I've been to HoA's yearly Belly Dance Competition for the last four years and it's always top tier. Everyone is... incredibly nice and the performances are always very good and a blast to watch. The troupe is also fantastic and I've seen them on a number of occasions and really enjoy their performances. Lots of talent here!read moreMark Kasaei20:42 03 Aug 20This dance group is by far the best Middle Eastern dance group in Kansas City. Not only the group members are well... educated, but they are professionals, dance from their hearts, full of emotions, and they want to show the best possible results.We have worked with this group for several years and they have never disappointed us.We wish them all the best and looking forward to work with Theresa and her team in many happy occasions to come.read more
Welcome to Kansas City Karim Nagi
Heart of America – Belly Dance Kansas City is thrilled to welcome Karim Nagi to Kansas City. He will be presenting his Arabiqa educational program at one of our area elementary schools. The Arabiqa program gives young audiences a view of the human, real, and creative side of Arabs.
Karim’s reputation speaks for itself. He is highly sought after as an educator of Arab culture, rhythm, and musicality. We are very fortunate to have the opportunity to host Karim on the Saturday following his school engagement.
KARIM NAGI WORKSHOPS & SHOWCASE
One day event of Workshops & Evening Show. Register by Feb 22nd and SAVE!
WHERE
Camelot Ballroom
6635 West 151st Street
Overland Park, Kansas
913-897-4622
WHEN
Saturday March 7, 2020
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Cymbalisms
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Saidi Tahteeb & Assaya
7:00 PM Dance Showcase featuring Karim Nagi
WHAT TO BRING?
Cymbalisms class: a set of finger cymbals.
Saidi class: a stick (hook-less cane) is best.
If you don’t have a stick, DAHLAL will be bringing some you can purchase or if you reserve in advance we can have dowel rods you can borrow.
Kansas or Missouri? Both! 
All workshops & events will be at Camelot Ballroom, 6635 West 151st Street Overland Park, Kansas 66223 (a suburb of Kansas City)
The Airport is in Kansas City, Missouri
Airport code MCI (Kansas City International) when booking your flight.
Nearby Hotels
HOME2 Suites by Hilton Overland Park
7121 W. 135th Street, Overland Park, KS 66223
1-913-229-9220
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Overland Park
7580 West 135th Street, Overland Park, KS 66223
1-913-681-8400
Hampton Inn & Suites Overland Park South
Address: 7521 W 135th Street, Overland Park, KS 66223
Phone: +1-913-681-6600
Candlewood Suites Overland Park
Address: 8953 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66221
Phone: +1-913-685-8200
TownePlace Suites Kansas City Overland Park
Address: 7020 W 133rd St, Overland Park, KS 66209
Phone: +1-913-851-3100
Aloft Leawood-Overland Park
Address: 11620 Ash Street, Leawood, KS 66211
Phone: +1-913-345-9430 • Hotel Reservations: 866-716-8143
Days Inn Overland Park
Address: 6800 W 108th St, Overland Park, KS 66211
Phone: +1-913-341-0100
Local Transportation
- Gratitude Transportation Phone: 816-665-7034
- 5 Guys Transportation Phone: 816-891-9999
- Uber – Kansas City
- Lyft – Kansas City
Workshops & Show Venue
Camelot Ballroom
Spacious Dance Floor
6,000 sq. ft. floating hardwood
Bazaar
Heart of America Raks Conference competition sponsor DAHLAL Inernationale will be vending at the Karim Nagi event.
Interested in vending at the Karim Nagi event March 7th? We would love to hear from you! Email us at info@hoabellydance.com
Performance request
Share your talent with us!
How to Request a Show Dance Spot:
Step 1: Register for workshop(s). Note: priority will be given to dancers registering for both workshops or the Full Package.
Step 2: Complete the performer form below. The form requires your brief bio.
Step 3: Send your music to hoaraks@gmail.com
Showcase Music Requirements
~ Length of music shall not exceed 3:59 minutes.
~ Music must be a single track.
~ Name your music file with your stage name (i.e. stagename.mp3)
~ Email music to hoaraks@gmail.com.
~Music is due by February 17th.
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at hoaraks@gmail.com.
Check out the performer information for performer details.