Samantha Karim

Phoenix, AZ

$350 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Drum Solo

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USA BellyDance Queen Competition Pro-Soloist Champion

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Drum Solo by Samantha Karim

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Vintage Orientale by Samantha Karim

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Overview

Belly Dancing that is fun, extraordinary and memorable!

From Traditional Belly Dance to Dance Fusion, my experience in the dance and entertainment world will leave you and your guests completely blown away...guaranteed. You and I will work together to make sure your event happens seamlessly and easily.

Samantha specializes in Private (Bachelorette, Bridal, Ladies Night Out, Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs) and Corporate Events.

Samantha Karim holds the following titles:
Belly Dancer of the Year 2016 Egyptian Champion and Miss Congeniality
Belly Dancer of the Year 2016 Fusion People's Choice
USA Belly Dance Queen 2013 Pro-Soloist Champion
*Willing to travel. Customized events are welcome!


Reviews

10 reviews

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Deborah O.

July 19, 2023
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Awesome Performance

Samantha gave an outstanding show to our guests and everyone was engaged during the events. Great Job !!!!!!

Hired as: Belly Dancer

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Samantha Karim

Thank you so much, Debbie!
It was amazing to be a part of Dapo’s birthday celebration.
You and your family were such a delight and it was wonderful to see you smile!


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Prisca M.

July 9, 2023
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AMAZING!!!

Samantha was amazing to work with! She is very kind, accommodating, and communicative! Their performance was the cherry on top of our wedding ceremony!!!

Hired as: Belly Dancer

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Samantha Karim

Thank you so much, Prisca! It was an honor for Maya and I to be a part of your special day! You were such a joy and full of smiles! Loved meeting you and everyone else. ❤️ What a beautiful reception!


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Elione G.

November 20, 2021
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An unforgettable night

Samantha did an amazing and an incredible bellydancing at my brothers 40th birthday party. Once she came out to dance & I mean wow dance. Everyone in that room couldn’t believe their eyes of how amazing & beautiful moves she had. I am so happy I chose her. I can’t wait for next party so I can bring her back.

Hired as: Belly Dancer

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Samantha Karim

Thank you so much for your kind words. You are such a fun and welcoming group
and your energy was contagious!
I was honored to celebrate with you all!


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Tony B.

October 31, 2021
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Great Performer

Samantha was great. She was easy to deal with, flexible and willing to accommodate every request we had. She kept in contact with us before the party making sure her music worked properly and was ready the day of her performance. During the party she interacted with our guest in a fun and respectful way. Everyone seemed to enjoy her dancing. We are very happy with her performance.

Hired as: Belly Dancer

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Samantha Karim

Thank you so much! It was an honor to celebrate with everyone for you and your son’s birthday!
You have such a warm and loving family.

All my best!
Samantha


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Debra R.

July 18, 2021
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She was lovely.

Samantha did an excellent job. She was professional and friendly. The arrangements we made for her performance were clear cut and helpful. I would not hesitate to hire Samantha if you are looking for a belly dancer for your event.

Hired as: Belly Dancer

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Samantha Karim

Debby! Thank you so much! It was a pleasure celebrating with you, Bob and all your guests.
I appreciate your kind words! 😊

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Booking information

Price range: $350 and up

Languages: English, Vietnamese, Basic Level

Gig length: 5 - 240 minutes

What to expect

I believe in Extraordinarty Customer Service as well as an amazing performance. Your audience will be left "wowed" and you will experience a seamless process from the first point of contact to after the event is over.

When you look to hire someone you should be asking the following questions:
-Can I trust them with MY event?
-Will I be OVERLY satisfied with my experience with my entertainer?
-Would I refer this person to my friends and family members?
-Are they qualified to REPRESENT me and my reputation?

If you're not asking these questions or don't answer yes to ALL of these when booking someone, contact Samantha and she will make sure your lackluster experience doesn't happen again.

About

Passionate. Evocative. Fun.

Known for her passion and musicality, Samantha Karim’s energetic performances leave her audiences inspired and touched. Her ability to dance with ‘reckless abandonment’ evokes a personal response within others, which encourages them to do the same.

She has taken dance education in ballet, modern, salsa, free-style, and belly dance. Samantha has harnessed the art of fusion dance yet recognizes the importance and beauty of traditional performances.

A sought after instructor, Samantha’s enthusiasm and refreshing teaching method have become one-of-a-kind. Her focus is to assist in each person’s full discovery of themselves and to not only inspire, but also challenge them to “let their dancer out”.

Samantha won Belly Dancer of the Year Egyptian Champion and Miss Congeniality, Belly Dancer of the Year Fusion People's Choice, and USA Belly Dance Queen Pro-Soloist 2013, was featured on TLC’s Four Weddings, was featured in the upcoming movie, "Grief", and was nominated Arizona’s Favorite Cabaret/Oriental Artist in 2012. She has also performed in California, Texas, Las Vegas, New York, and Indiana. *Willing to travel. Customized events are welcome.

Additional booking notes

~A professional dance area is preferred but not required depending on the venue.
~Sound is preferred to really make the most out of your experience. I have a portable PA system however a professionally built in system is best.
~A Changing/Dressing Area is required. Actual area depends on the venue.
~If the performance is to be done on a stage, I request that there be a tech rehearsal if possible to ensure a quality performance.
~Depending on request for props, additional room for performance area may be requested.
~Water must be provided for me as I just did an amazing job for you. :)

Past booked events

July 2023

15

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 7:30pm

Chandler, AZ

01

Saturday

Wedding Reception

9:00pm - 9:30pm

Scottsdale, AZ

November 2021

13

Saturday

Birthday Party

10:00pm - 10:30pm

Scottsdale, AZ

October 2021

30

Saturday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Phoenix, AZ

July 2021

17

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 9:30pm

Scottsdale, AZ

December 2018

22

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Mesa, AZ

August 2018

28

Tuesday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Scottsdale, AZ

18

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 8:30pm

Phoenix, AZ

March 2018

31

Saturday

Birthday Party

9:30pm - 10:00pm

Phoenix, AZ

September 2017

03

Sunday

Birthday (Adult)

3:00pm - 3:30pm

Sun City West, AZ

Setup requirements

Sound system, lights and sound tech (if performance is done on a stage)

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