AnnaLia and Kamila
AnnaLia
Although trained in jazz, hip hop and ballet, Anna’Lias training predominantly focuses on exotic, cultural dance forms, including, salsa, samba, afro-brazilian, persian, dabke, armenian, and of course oriental dance or “belly dance.” AnnaLia has trained with world renowned instructors, masters of their craft, including Zahra Zuhair (raks sharqi), Tom Bozigian (Armenian dance), Mohamad Khordadian (Persian dance), Monica Tibbs (samba), Rogelio Moreno (salsa); and has taken workshops from Dina, Randa Kamel, Dr.Mo Geddawi, Dandash, Aida Nour, Magdy El Leisy, and Belly Dance Super Stars Souheila Salimpour and Bozenka, just to name a few.
AnnaLia has been belly dancing professionally from 2005, having the opportunity to perform internationally in Canada and Kourdestan, Iraq. She has performed for international artists Nancy Ajram, Kiyan Pasha, Shadmehr Aghili, Andy, Jamshid, Sepideh, Omid, Helen, Leila and Moein, among others. She has performed at countless weddings, parties, restaurants, and events, as well as for the Saudi Royal family.
AnnaLia’s passion for her art is apparent to all; so authentic is her dancing that many mistake her to be of latin or middle eastern descent. Anna trains on a daily basis, perfecting her art with dedication and diligence, which is apparent in her performances. As co-owner and director of Kiyana Dance Company, Anna strives to give the audience an experience they won’t soon forget!
Kamila
At the age of four, Kamila was enrolled in her first dance class. Throughout her childhood Kamila performed with various dance groups at many festivals, showcases, etc. Although she was originally trained in lyrical and hip hop, Kamila fell in love with Oriental dance.. The exotic and mystical elements of the dance mesmerized her and she was instantly hooked. It was with this dance that Kamila's dream of performing professionally became actualized.
Kamila has performed at countless Los Angeles and Orange County venues, International and local concerts, private parties, corporate events, and also teaches. Kamila has enriched her natural dancing abilities by learning from many world renowned teachers including Aida Nour, Lucy, Magdy El Leisy, Zahrah Zuhair, Jiliana, etc. With her on-going training and dedication to this ancient dance form, Kamila's style perpetually evolves as she adds new elements to her repertoire. Her energetic stage presence and ability to connect with her audience makes Kamila an unforgettable dancer.
"My moves are the lyrics to the song of my soul" by Kamila.
