Far, far away from the lands of the Middle East and North Africa, the women of
Belly Dance United are trying to "bring belly dance home to the average person," says Tamera Gonzales, the group's artistic and executive director. "We mix it up a little and relate it back to American experiences that everyone knows." Case in point: Through tonight's presentation of
Elemental, the dancers hope to take their audience on a journey through the fairy tales of the Victorian era. "There will be performances by all types of fairies, representing air, water, earth and fire. Also, elves, fire elementals, fairy godmothers, divas, nymphs, water sprites and more," Gonzales says. Meant for all ages, the show goes on at City Stage Theatre at Union Station (30 West Pershing Road, 816-460-2020) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, and $8 for kids under 7. For more information, see
bellydanceunited.com.
— Berry Anderson
816-460-2020
