Sahara Belly Dancer
- Houston, TX
- Belly Dancer
- 12 Verified Bookings
Dino C. said “Amazing performer! I highly recommend!”
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La Zambra is a Houston-based belly dance performing company under the direction of belly dance performer & instructor, Soraya. This dynamic group has rapidly become known for their authenticity, upbeat performances, professionalism, & original & unique choreographies. Soraya & La Zambra is often engaged for many private events such as weddings, parties, & galas, but can also be seen performing around town at various festivals, art & fundraising events, & at many local venues throughout the week.
My wedding guests were completely delighted with the belly dancing performance! Very professional and impressive show! Thank you so much for helping making my wedding so incredibly memorable!!!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 15 - 30 minutes
Soraya began studying Middle Eastern dance fifteen years ago under the tutelage of professional belly dancer Tamar based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Over the years she has continued her Middle Eastern dance education by taking master classes and workshops with various performing artists in different areas of the dance such as Ansuya, Rachel Brice, Zoe Jakes, Dalia Carella, Leila Gamal, Cassandra, Zahra Zuhair, Amel Tafsout, Fat Chance Bellydance, Jillina, Aziza and Bozenka.
Besides studying various forms of Middle Eastern dance, Soraya has studied ballet since the age of four at the Neubert Ballet Institute in Carnegie Hall, New York City. Shortly thereafter, she had begun concurrent studies in Flamenco and Spanish Dance at Carnegie Hall's International Studios. When Soraya's family moved to New Orleans, Louisiana, she continued her studies in ballet at the Giacobbe Academy of Dance, and in Flamenco with her mother, Maria Del Esapdin, founder, owner and director of Del Espadin Flamenco & Spanish Dance Academy and performing companies, Alegrias (New Orleans), Del Espadin Baile Espanol (Houston) and Solo Sevillanas (Houston).
Today, Soraya performs, teaches and choreographs Middle Eastern dance, concentrating mostly on the Egyptian, or Raqs Sharqi, style of belly dance, and Flamenco, and directs Soraya & La Zambra Belly Dance Troupe. Career highlights include her appearances in Modern Luxury's Houston Magazine, cover of 002Magazine, Mango Punch's Video for "Que se lleve el viento mi dolor", performances at HCC Heinen Theater, the Jewish Community Center, Del Espadin Flamenco & Spanish Dance Academy Flamenco Fiestas, Miller Outdoor Theater, and Loyola University (New Orleans).
Dancers provide own music via iPhone/iPod/Smartphone. Sound system capable of filling performing area required.
November 21, 2015 | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
May 16, 2015 | Birthday (Child) |
Dino C. said “Amazing performer! I highly recommend!”
Alexis O. said “She was great and all of my guest loved the performances! She is also so sweet!”
Aprille F. said “Jenny was a great addition to my Gatsby theme and she was fun and sexy! Good energy and professional!”
Cristina K. said “Sandra performed at our Lebanese/American wedding. She did a great job!! Everyone loved her. She was very friendly, professional, accommodating, and always…”