An Oriental Dancer:

• Originates from the Middle East
• Understands Middle Eastern Culture
• Understands, practices and interprets the vast and varying styles from all countries over the Middle East
• Performs solo, respecting the ancient dance form, by women for women
• Expresses the graceful form of dance expression that requires poise and control
• Does not formally choreograph her dance, which is created in the moment
• Dances with her soul, having a deep connection to the music & or song
• Has the skill to use a veil, cane and finger cymbals
  

• Little or no knowledge of Middle Eastern culture/language and the meaning of the expression of the dance
• Practices the dance for seedy nightclub audiences
• Performs tricks that include the use of fire or reptiles
• Sword dancing & balancing on hips!
• Dances with massive Wings (Isis)
• Covering the face completely
• Historically dancers have removed clothes or costume in the act
• Dance with her body but is not able to connect with the music
• Unflatteringly exposes her girth