Tahira Belly Dancer
Los Angeles, CA
ph: 213/455-0860

Trained as a Ballerina and Jazz dancer from an early age, Tahira has a varied and colourful background to draw upon. Add to these classical disciplines an early exposure to Middle Eastern folk music and bellydance.
As a Belly dancer, Tahira has studied with such teachers as Sahra Sa'eeda, Amaya, Elyssa Kariakou, Tamra-Henna and many others. She has also benefitted from workshops from such greats as Fifi Abdo, Aida Nour, Carolina Nericcio (FCBD), and Morocco to name just a few.
Tahira dances in both the American Cabaret and Egyptian style Belly Dance as well drawing from the dances of Turkey, Lebanon, Yemen and Tunisia. Master of improvisation, she has danced with live musicians such as Yasmine, Shamans Dream and Ragama as well as with many Independent Bands and Singers. Her skills also include veils, zills, sword and cane. She is also perfecting the art of dancing with fire.
Tahira has performed throughout Los Angeles at many popular clubs and restaurants as well as many private events.
213/455-0860
Tahira loves to perform and create personalized programs for her clients. She finds Middle Eastern dance to be beautiful, theatrical and transformative all at the same time.
Not to mention fun! She will work with you to create a program especially for you!
Contact her for more details!
Habibi
Tahira of Los Angeles
213/455-0860
Tahira, aka Nancie Kay Shuman, has been studying and performing dance from the age 3. She is an eclectic personality, having a Masters degree in Theatre and Film and currently studying both Spiritual Psychology and Business.
Tahira is also an Executive Coach, an ordained Minister and a tarot card reader.
In what ever capacity she is hired for, Tahira delivers an outstanding show put together especially for you!
Tahira Belly Dancer
Los Angeles, CA
ph: 213/455-0860