Della Sztuk
Della Sztuk, Dance
A transnational fusion dancer, Della Sztuk found herself in the performance art space by way of accepting an invitation to attend a belly dance class in Greensboro, NC in 2005. Ever since, she has continued to study the traditional dances and music of the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey, and their contemporary off-shoots, in addition to the dances of her own Pacific Islands heritage.
As a lifelong student of traditional, cultural arts from around the globe Della is inspired by themes of interconnectivity and power of community encoded in those lessons. She endeavors to demonstrate the idea that dance, art and joy are for every body and and best enjoyed when shared with other people, any time she has an audience.
Della is recognized for her improvisational accompaniment to live music, having a talent for wordlessly colluding with the band and beguiling the audience to join them on a musical journey.
As a transnational fusion dancer, I draw on my experience as a student and performer of MENAHT dance and music and my Pacific Islands cultural traditions to create engaging performances and educational programming that fosters a curiosity in a deeper understanding and respect of diverse cultures and strong community bonds.
Della Sztuk's Classes This Season
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Instructor NameDella SztukAges18+Room Number101Member Price$50Non-Member Price$75
This 90 minute / 2 day workshop is and introduction to belly dance. You will get familiar with foundational movements and learn a basic combination as we foster interest in respectful cultural exchange. Wear clothes you are comfortable moving in. Bring your own hip scarf or borrow one of ours. All genders, abilities and skill levels welcome! Questions may be emailed to Della Sztuk at dellfi.oracle@gmail.com
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Instructor NameDella SztukAges18+Room Number101Member Price$50Non-Member Price$75
This 90 minute / 2 day workshop is and introduction to belly dance. You will get familiar with foundational movements and learn a basic combination as we foster interest in respectful cultural exchange. Wear clothes you are comfortable moving in. Bring your own hip scarf or borrow one of ours. All genders, abilities and skill levels welcome! Questions may be emailed to Della Sztuk at dellfi.oracle@gmail.com
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Instructor NameDella SztukAges18+Room Number102Member Price$175Non-Member Price$200
In this 8 week introductory course, we will identify the Middle Eastern, North African, Greek and Turkish origins of contemporary belly dance - from the1920's Morrocan night club scene to U.S. fusion styles of today. Develop the distinctive qualities of the dance - isolation, fluidity, musicality, storytelling and emotion as you build body awareness and comfort, range of motion, flexibility, and strength. All genders and ablilities welcome! No class June 16. Questions may be emailed to Della Sztuk at dellfi.oracle@gmail.com