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Flashback to Kendrick Lamar 2013: music video cameo
In 2013, I was dancing at Thea Mediterranean Restaurant in San Jose, CA. I felt a tap on my shoulder, and someone asked me if I’d like to be in a music video.
Little did I know that Kendrick Lamar would win 2025 Grammys for all five categories he was nominated for, including Record and Song of the Year. It was fun to walk down memory lane and revisit my cameo in the music video!
Happy anniversary to my troupe: 1/8/25 marks one year!
I'm sending this love note to my troupe on our first anniversary! I'm so proud of these amazing women -- it takes a lot of courage to get up and perform in front of people, especially for this group because most of them had never danced prior January 2024. Here's to another year of shimmies and sparkles on the dance floor together!
“Shimmy It Forward” Scholarship: winners announced 1/13/25
I am grateful that my “belly sisters” from back in the day were so supportive of my idea to pay (shimmy) it forward. Thanks to their and other donors’ generosity, I had the financial means to launch the first-ever “Shimmy It Forward” scholarship program in 2024-2025. One anonymous donor was so touched by the application submissions that they offered to sponsor 7 winners (instead of just 1). Congratulations to 2024-2025’s 7 recipients!
Andrea P. | Deborah M. | Desiree S. | Elaynah R. | Erin W. | Hayley S. | Lisa H.
See more details at 2024-2025 Scholarship Winners!
New Year’s Eve 2024: video montage available!
Stephanie rang in the new in the new year with sparkles and glamour at Locanda Wine Bar in Pleasanton and Locando Capri in Brentwood on 12/31/24. Feel like you were there with this short video montage, and book Stephanie today for your next celebration!
New Year’s Eve 2024: reservations open for 12/31/24
Ring in the new year with sparkles and glamour with Stephanie at Locanda Wine Bar in Pleasanton (7:30pm) and Locando Capri in Brentwood (9pm). Book your table today before spots sell out!
Locanda Wine Bar - Livermore (7:30pm show)
2293 First St., Livermore, CA 94550
925-583-5016
Locanda Capri - Brentwood (9pm show)
301 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA 94513
925-390-5534
“All That Glistens is Gold” Retreat registration open now: 2/16/25 event
Escape the ordinary and discover the transformative power of belly dancing. Join us for an afternoon of learning, connection, and inspiration on Sunday, February 16, 2025 in Livermore within walking distance of the San Francisco Premium Outlets and many restaurants. Make a day or even a weekend out of it!
Space is limited, so register for the retreat now for the early action discount ($69 by 1/16/25), or before tickets ($80 regular price) sell out!
Galentine's Day Celebration tickets on sale now: 2/9/25 event
Get ready to unleash your inner diva at a fun Galentine's Day celebration with your girlfriends that will leave you feeling fabulous!
When: 3-6pm on Sunday, February 9, 2025
Where: Alegria (320 E Main St, Turlock, CA 95380)
How much: $45 per person includes
Belly dancing lesson
Professionally done make-up on your eyes
1 digital headshot that we select and sent to you after the event
Don't miss this opportunity to have a blast with your girlfriends and create lasting memories. Ticket sales are limited, so grab your friends and book your spot by registering for Galentines’ Day today!
“Shimmy It Forward” Scholarship application open now: 11/8/24 - 1/6/25
Stephanie is proud to present the opportunity for one person to receive one month’s free tuition for belly dancing at Alegria Performing Arts Academy! The funds were contributed by those who benefited from previous belly dancers' contributions, and have generously decided to pay (shimmy) it forward. All applicants will be entered into a random lottery for one ticket to our upcoming "Galentines Day 2025" celebration on 2/9/25 at Alegria!
Applications will be evaluated on demonstration of interest/motivation, goals and award impact. The application window will open 11/8/24 and close 1/6/25 (no late entries will be considered). Winners will be notified by 1/17/25.
Please see more details at “Shimmy It Forward” Scholarship. And then take 15 minutes and apply to the scholarship — you’ve got this!
Happy Halloween 2024!
Happy Halloween 2024! We always have a good time and we don’t take ourselves too seriously (even though we work hard at our belly dancing technique). Check out the montage from our delightfully spooky class and wait for the special guest to appear. It’s so fun, it’s scary!