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Nimeera's styles include Moroccan, Egyptian, Arabic, Turkish, Central Asian, Persian and Indian, both in Classical Ethnic and Contemporary styles. It is very important when studying different styles both to be able to accurately portray the distinct differences that make each style unique, and to be able to blend them creatively. Her graceful Persian arms, playful Indian eyes, precisely synchopated Egyptian isolations, and dramatic Turkish energy all blend effortlessly in her own unique style. And yet she easily changes her style as needed to faithfully portray these different styles in their pure forms. The best possible compliment is when people from different nationalities mistake Nimeera for their own based on the quality of her dance. Cleopatra's Closet Nimeera is grateful for her experiences with Cleopatra's Closet. She has been able to interact with so many influential members of the dance community as both a performing artist and a perveyer of fine quality dance accessories. Activities with the Silk Road Dance Company
Nimeera has been dancing since she was two years old, and comes from a family of Middle Eastern Dancers. Her first opportunity to dance on television came as a member of Moon and Star in the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA). In 1991 she organized Gypsy Blue, a dance troupe based in New Jersey. Together they performed at several SCA events. Nimeera added a regular modern Persian show blending elements of Baba Karam, Fellahin, and Bandari to her performances at Pars Famous Kabob during Nulruz 2001. Her modern Persian style of dance is firmly rooted in her study in classical and traditional Persian dance, yet carries the free spirit of contemporary Persian dance. Nimeera performed at Ahlan Wa Sahlan 2001 in Cairo, Egypt with a full Egyptian music ensemble for and audience of top international dancers. One of her more interesting events was a processional for a Somalian wedding, complete with traditional dress, drums, and zagareets. She led a traditional Zeffa Procession al Shamdan in the Egyptian Embassy, Washington DC. Nimeera is honored to be the ONLY bellydancer to have performed in the Ronald Reagan Building, dancing Raqs al Shamadan with live flame for a very special event! Nimeera has performed regularly at the Pars Famous Kabob, Fettoosh, Exotic Marakesh, Hatam Kabab, Kebab Masala, Heritage India, and Casablanca, as well as making several appearances at the Noor Mahal, Sahib, Memsahib, Le Tarbouche, A Taste of Marrakesh, and Nader's Middle Eastern Cafe.
Formal Dance Training
Along the way, Nimeera has also spent several years studying ballet, folk dance, ballroom, latin, classical indian dance, and tai chi. In addition, she searches for sources of inspiration wherever it can be found. She would like to credit the following instructors for her formal training.
Nimeera would also like to thank the following artists for being such a wonderful inspiration:
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