Some of our favorite people on the web:

Sabrina

Sabrina is a traditional Egyptian and Middle Eastern Style Belly Dancer and a multi-award winning performer.  She also loves to perform belly dance fusion and gothic belly dance at appropriate venues.  Sabrina hosts monthly showcases at Lestat's Coffee House.   All of the Talisman dancers study with Sabrina.

Midnight Debke

Midnight Debke is a Middle Eastern folk band based out of San Diego. By using their knowledge of classical Arabic folk music and improvisational song creation, they've been able to turn out a unique experience for any audience.

Meleah

Dancer, dance instructor, and makeup artist, Meleah is a woman of many talents. All the Talisman dancers have taken her makeup classes for dancers and use her products.

Sahar Sami and Glitter Dance Company

Master Instructor, Choreographer, Performer, Artistic Director of The Glitter Dance Company, and Executive Director of The Academy of Egyptian Dance, Sahar specializes in Egyptian style dance. Talisman performs as guest stars in Sahar's ambitious stage production, “Glimpses of Cleopatra.”

L. Rose Designs

We like to think of Lora of L. Rose Designs as our fairy godmother. With a wave of her wand, she dresses us in silks and luxurious velvets. Lora is a sweetheart, her costumes are beautiful and well-made, and the prices are very reasonable.

Pixie Vision Productions

Pixie's photos are phenomenal. What's more, she has a unique gift for making her subjects comfortable in front of the camera. Many of the photos on this site are Pixie's work.

Laura Hunter Jewelry

Our very own Laura designs handmade contemporary and sophisticated jewelry from her studio in San Diego, California. Every woman needs some sparkle in her life.

The Art of Middle Eastern Dance (by Shira)

A vast compendium of all things belly dance and Middle Eastern music, Shira's site is a must-read for every Middle Eastern dancer.

The International Academy of Middle Eastern Dance

IAMED is an international association of belly dancers, belly dance instructors, music instructors dedicated to promoting belly dancing through belly dance instructional video and belly dance dvd.

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—Sahar Sami, director of the Academy of Egyptian Dance

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