You may have seen belly dancers before at a Middle Eastern restaurant or night club, or perhaps at a birthday party or wedding. Want to know more about having a belly dancer as entertainment at your next event?
What types of events do belly dancers perform at?
Birthday parties, Weddings, Awards Ceremonies, Fundraisers, Cultural Events, School Assemblies, Bachelorette Parties, Corporate Events or any other sort of theme parties. What type of events will I NOT perform at? Bachelor parties or any other all male audiences.
What type of performances do Belly Dancers do?
There are numerous different ways a belly dancer can do a performance. It all depends on the individual event and the desires of the clients. Basic formats would be a stage performance consisting of one or several 15-30 minute sets on stage featuring an opening number, maybe some props, a drum solo, and a finale. Multiple sets often include a costume change. Another way for a belly dancer to perform is to dance around the tables at an event. This is a more personal type of performance and the dancer will often interact with the audience more and encourage them to dance. Often dancers will do a fusion of both of these types of performances at an event. Group performances can run in the same basic two formats of a mix of both. A troupe can do a staged choreography, which can be a very impressive and powerful production. Multiple dancers moving throughout an event is also better suited for large events then one dancer is.
How much does it cost to hire a Belly Dancer?
I depends on the type of event, the type of performance, the location, and the day of the week. Location may factor in, I live and work in Chicago and charge extra to travel to suburbs. My prices range anywhere from $150 per hour per dancer to $400. But every dancer is different. To get a quote for your event, please email me at booking@princessrina.com.
What should I expect from a Belly Dance performance?
It depends on the dancer and the type of performance you and her agree on. It’s important for you to ask the dancer any an all question you may have. Are you expecting her to use zils (finger symbols)? Do you have a particular style of costume you would prefer? Particular music? Don’t be shy, there is no such things as a silly question.
What about tipping?
I’m so glad you asked, I actually made a whole post about it, click here.
I hope you decide to hire a belly dancer at your next event! It’s a great way to impress your guests and make you event memorable forever. Enjoy!
January 18th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
I am intrested in hiring a belly dancer for Febuary 13th for a male 40th bday party. it will be at our home in Long Grove. At 9:00pm for 1 hour. How much will you charge?