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Read My Hips is a Tribal Fusion Bellydance ensemble located in Chicago, Illinois.
The troupe performs frequently at local clubs, special events, and private parties. A performance by Read My Hips includes stylistic elements borrowed and adapted from the folkloric dances of the Middle East, Kathak, Flamenco, Hip-Hop, Bharata Natyam, and American contemporary dances. Our dancing includes floor work, sword balancing, veil, and lively zill accompaniment.
Read My Hips was founded in 1997, and was the midwest pioneer of Carolena Nericcio's ATS (American Tribal Style) improvisational bellydance format. The troupe continues to evolve and create their own unique interpretation of ATS improv, while also developing innovative and theatrical bellydance fusion choreographies.
The exotic textures of Middle Eastern folk and contemporary ethno-fusion club music colorful, eclectic costumes designed to artfully accentuate the movements and moods of the dance All elements of our stage show combine to make a striking, contemporary visual statement that is unique to our Tribal Fusion style.
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