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Founded in 1987, Khalidah's North African Dance Experience is respected and enjoyed for its engaging interpretations of dance styles indigenous to North Africa.
The company draws from the cultures and philosophies of various countries including Egypt, Morocco, and Tunisia to create a mesmerizing performance.
Its mission: To entertain and educate audiences while preserving North African dance.
Khalidah's North African Dance Experience is lead by the award-winning and internationally renowned dancer and choreographer, Khalidah Kali. |
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| Ms. Kali, who is also the founder of the company, has traveled extensively throughout North Africa and the entire Diaspora studying the cultures of these ancient societies. She has studied in Egypt and India, and she brings her knowledge of the traditional dances of these lands to the beautiful works that she creates for the North African Dance Experience. |
In addition to her gift as a choreographer,
Ms. Kali is a respected dance educator. She began teaching in 1986, and
has offered her expertise to many organizations.
Khalidah is on staff with
Joel Hall Dance Center, Chicago Park District, Ausar Auset Cultural Center, and is a
"Belly Dancers of Color Teacher Favorite at BOCA Convention in Washington, DC. |
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| Characterized by fiery elegance and enchanting sensuality, Khalidah's North African Dance Experience provides audiences with compelling visual and aural encounters. Always accompanied by authentic North African music and draped in colorful traditional costumes, the dancers escort the audience on a breathtaking journey through ancient exotic lands. |
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