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

Middle Eastern Drummer

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

Beautiful Baladi Headpiece

Next workshop for the headpieces to be determined or contact me to request one for your group. 

Place 26089 Paysandu Drive

Punta Gorda Florida 33983

203-512-2895

Students $20, Non students $30 for this two hour class on how to make a Baladi Headpiece for your next performance.

This one is worn like a headband and looks beautiful on everyone. Can be used for Egyptian Baladi Performance Costume. 

You can pay through Venmo or Pay Pal below the photo.  Zelle bellydancewithlorelie@gmail.com or 203 512 2895


You can use Pay Pal, Venmo or Zelle.

Please Contact me first to use Zelle. Thank you