Upcoming Dance and Drum Events
Derek Hansen
SWFL Darbuka School
We offer Darbuka drum classes regularly.
Join Derek as he shares the rhythms of the Middle East. Learn how to create Dums , teks, pops and more with proper hand technique.
Dancers are welcome too. Start becoming familiar with the rhythms that you are dancing to. This will improve your perfomances and have you really feeling the music.
Details are Below
Oriana Bellydancer
Saidi Basics
Oriana is a professional international bellydancer and instructor based in Tampa Florida. She is the creator of Fanoos Magazine, a member of CID-UNESCO, a board member of Jawaahir Dance Company and member of the award-winning national touring troupe Disco Iskandar.
DATE :November 16 2025
Noon - 1:00
@Heart & Sole Dance Center
Port Charlotte Florida
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Riskallah Riyad Extravaganza
Middle Eastern dancer and choreographer Riskallah Riyad has performed and taught nationally for over fifty years.
Known for her graceful yet crisp style, impeccable technique, and energetic teaching, she has inspired a dedicated professional and student following.
Riskallah has been featured in Spotlight, Arabesque and Zaghareet! magazines, gracing the cover of Spotlight in 1981 and Zaghareet!
Stay Tuned for the Next Extravaganza Date
Lorelie's Upcoming Courses & Workshops
Several workshops are in the making including
- NEW Introduction to Muwashahat and Neo Andalusia Style
- NEW Learn to Dance a Traditional Bellydance Show to Live Music with Lorelie and the Belly Brothers
- NEW Learn a Beautiful Skirt and Fan Dance (Riskallah Riyad)
- NEW Learn a Sassy Vintage Drum Solo Choreography (Riskallah Riyad) with Live Drum by Derek
- Learn to Dance a Live Drum Solo with Lorelie and Derek. Details below for this workshop which includes a Certificate of Completion.
Stay Tuned for Dates and Times
Introducing SWFL Darbuka School
In Association with Bellydance with Lorelie
Join Derek as he shares the rhythms of the Middle East. Learn how to create the sounds with proper hand technique and more.
Classes on Saturday at Heart & Sole Dance Center
June 28th
July 12th and 19th,
August 2nd and 9th
Noon - 1:00 pm
3280 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33952 Units 20-21
The studio is on the backside of the Promenade
Pay ahead and get a discount-$17.50 per class
We prefer you book your class ahead so we can better prepare.
Five classes $87.50 To get the discount please pay in full ahead of time for all five classes.
Use the Venmo, Pay Pal or Zelle Buttons above to pay
To pay with Zelle use dancewithlorelie@gmail.com
or 203-512-2895
Pay at the door $20
Darbuka Class Clips
Past Workshops
Drum and Dance with Lorelie and Derek
Have you always wanted to dance to the dumbek and a live drummer but weren't sure what to do or how to recognize the rhythm? You'll learn both in this course with Drummer Derek and Dancer Lorelie.
This workshop is open to anyone who wants to learn more about dancing and drumming to the rhythms of the Middle East.
Dates: Next Workshop Date Coming Soon
Time :
Place: Heart & Sole Dance Center Port Charlotte Florida 3280 Tamiami Trail , Units 20-21
The studio is located at the backside of the Promenade
Pay ahead to secure your spot.
Checks made out to Lorelie Carvey and can be sent to 26089 Paysandu Drive Punta Gorda Fl. 33983
Enjoy the Clips from Day 2 of our Dance and Drum Workshop
Our first Drum Dance Workshop was a super success. At the end of the video you'll see everyone doing their solos and recieving their certificates of completion.
Past Events with Riskallah Riyad
Master Teacher and Choreographer Riskallah Riyad - learn more about Riskallah Riyad
Workshops - March 1 & 2, 2025
The workshops and show at the Historic Heard Opera House were HISTORIC. Thank you Riskallah Riyad our beloved teacher from CT. We all learned so much and will be incorporating what we learned in our studies in future classroom time and performances.
Showcase - March 1, 2025 - Heard Opera House
The Historic Heard Opera House in Arcadia Florida provided a beautiful backdrop for our showcase this year. Thank you Krissy and Danny for a wonderful experience. This was a dream come true and you helped to make it possible for us.
2024 Workshops with Riskallah
The Workshops
The Showcase
Other Past Workshop Series
Skirt and Veil with Lorelie and Steph
Two hours of dance techniques on two beautiful subjects An Introduction to Divine Chaos Skirt Format with Steph. then a short and simple yet beautiful veil piece choreographed specifically for restaurant dancing, parties and bridal party fun with Lorelie.
Enjoy the Video
Fusion and Cane with Lorelie and Jacquie
Enjoy two very different styles of Bellydance back to back. This is guarenteed to be a fun time. Come and join us at The Historic Heard Opera House in Arcadia Florida. Grab your coin belts and canes and lets DANCE!!!
Enjoy the Video
Everglades Enchantment Ball - June 22, 2024
It was a Magical evening of music and dance at The Midsummer's Night Everglades Enchantment Ball.
Watch the Video
Make a Beautiful Baladi Pom Pom Headpiece
