ORIENTAL KINGDOM:
DRUM SOLO EDITION
DRUM SOLO EDITION
Powerful weekend of workshops designed to bring your live Tabla Bellydance improvisation and performance skills to an absolute new level
This Drum Solo Edition workshop weekend is designed to elevate your isolation technique, rhythm knowledge, improvisation and performance skills. You will have a rare opportunity to dive into all the aspects of live tabla performance and learn from both - world-acclaimed dancer and world-acclaimed drums master! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, this course will guide you through immersive technique, knowledge and exciting performance opportunities. Join now and become a Drum Solo performance virtuoso!
MEET OUR TEACHERS
- ALEX DELORAProfessional Dancer, Master TeacherWorld famous Oriental dance performer and teacher. Alex is known as Drum Solo Queen for a reason! Her small muscle technique and isolation combos will keep you amazed and challenged. Get ready to master your Drum Solo improvisation and musicality skills, combinations and drills with Alex - the greatest master of Drum Solo dance art.
- CHRONIS TAXIDISPercussionist, Composer, Master TeacherWorld famous percussionist, composer and musician. His passion and mastership in Arabic Rhythms will keep you driven and mesmerised! Chronis works with the biggest festivals around the globe sharing his knowledge with thousands of dancers helping them master their performance and improvisation skills.
- EVGENIYA VALUProfessional Dancer, OrganiserUK based Oriental dance teacher and performer famous for her spins, various shimmy technique and Sport Rehab background. Evgeniya knows everything about Health and Safety in Bellydance performance! Prepare to learn the most effective and safe technique application skills for your Drum Solo drills and combos.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
24 APRIL 2026, FRIDAY - GALA SHOW
18:00 - 19:00
18:00 - 19:00
Performers Arrive
18:30
18:30
Audience Door Open
19:00 - 21:30
19:00 - 21:30
Show Time
25 APRIL 2026, SATURDAY - WORKSHOPS DAY 1
10:30
10:30
Participants Door Open
11am - 1pm
11am - 1pm
Alex Delora & Chronis Taxidis
Improvisation and Performance with Live Tabla: Part 1.
1pm - 1:30pm
1pm - 1:30pm
Break
1:30pm – 3pm
1:30pm – 3pm
Evgeniya Valu
15 Types of Shimmy: Technique and Safe Performance Mechanics.
3pm - 3:30pm
3pm - 3:30pm
Break
3:30pm – 5pm
3:30pm – 5pm
Chronis Taxidis
Bellydance Rhythms: 5 Arabic Rhythms Every Dancer shall Master.
26 APRIL 2026, SUNDAY - WORKSHOPS DAY 2
10:30
10:30
Participants Door Open
11am - 1pm
11am - 1pm
Alex Delora & Chronis Taxidis
Improvisation and Performance with Live Tabla: Part 2.
1pm - 1:30pm
1pm - 1:30pm
Break
1:30pm – 3pm
1:30pm – 3pm
Evgeniya Valu & Chronis Taxidis
Arabic Rhythms: Isolation Combos for Bellydance Rhythms.
3pm - 3:30pm
3pm - 3:30pm
Break
3:30pm – 5pm
3:30pm – 5pm
Alex Delora
Drum Solo Choreography.
LOCATION
Event Location (Friday): St. Marylebone School Theatre, 64 Marylebone High Street, London, W1U 5BA.
Workshops Location (Saturday & Sunday): The Studio Space, 2 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, W12 7FR.
Workshops Location (Saturday & Sunday): The Studio Space, 2 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, W12 7FR.
GALA SHOW VENUE
St. Marylebone School Theatre
64 Marylebone High St,
London, UK
W1U 5BA.
Tube Stations: Baker Street, Regent's Park.
St. Marylebone School Theatre
64 Marylebone High St,
London, UK
W1U 5BA.
Tube Stations: Baker Street, Regent's Park.
DANCE STUDIO FOR WORKSHOPS
THE STUDIO SPACE
2 Television Centre
101 Wood Lane
London, UK
W12 7FR.
Tube Stations: White City, Wood Lane.
THE STUDIO SPACE
2 Television Centre
101 Wood Lane
London, UK
W12 7FR.
Tube Stations: White City, Wood Lane.
GET YOUR WORKSHOP PASS
ORIENTAL KINGDOM: DRUM SOLO EDITION
APRIL 24 – 26 | LONDON, UK
APRIL 24 – 26 | LONDON, UK
Gala Show Performance:
FREE with Full Weekend Pass.
£15 per person with 1 Full Day Pass booked.
Performance Only: £20 per person.
FREE with Full Weekend Pass.
£15 per person with 1 Full Day Pass booked.
Performance Only: £20 per person.
Evgeniya Valu © Fun-Tastic Bellydance
e-mail us: fun.tastic.bellydance@gmail.com
