History

Raq-in out with Roxxanne: From Fez to Fame

About the Episode

Aug 1 •

21:08

An Introduction to Taqasim for Bellydancers

How to interpret, respond to, and embody Arabic musical improvisation in your dance.

Jul 23 •

Blown Away in the Windy City: Jasmin Jahal

About the Episode

Jul 1 •

22:54

“The Queer Arab Glossary”: A Book Review of a Dictionary… That’s Actually Interesting

The Queer Arab Glossary edited by Marwan Kaabour was created by the community and followers of the Instagram account @takweer_.

Jun 3 •

MaShuqa coast to coast- and overseas! Germany in 1991

In this special bi-coastal edition of RaqsNews, Athena welcomes MaShuqa, a California dancer whose career has spanned over five decades.

Apr 1 •

16:53

RaqsNews Stands in Solidarity with Palestine

Resources, Links, and Actions to Support Palestine

Mar 31 •

Dancing with the Divine

Hathor, Trance Dances, and the Power of Movement

Jan 30 •

LA to London with Kamala

Bellydance in Los Angeles in the 1970's and 1980's

Nov 3, 2024 •

21:47

What is the MED-Dance List?

The OG online belly dance community

Nov 3, 2024 •

American Cabaret in a Culturally Appropriate World

How do you approach the vintage vibes of American Cabaret, knowing what we do now about cultural appropriating? Let's explore!

Nov 3, 2024 •

Explore Ohio in the 1980's with Leyanna

Episode 1: Backstage Bellydance

Sep 1, 2024 •

23:46

The Kings and Queens of Arabic Music

A Primer on the Golden Age and the Great Four of Arabic Music

Sep 1, 2024 •

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