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Shema is an internationally acclaimed professional Dance Artist, Musician and Writer, based in Nuweiba, Egypt and in demand all over the world for her dynamic and authentic performances and exceptional teaching skills. She specialises in Raqs Sharqi (literally 'Eastern Dance', or Arabic dances) and Raqs Maghrebi (Dance of the West, or Moroccan dances). Shema is renowned for her elegant and feminine styling with a powerful yet sensitive approach to Middle Eastern dance. Always interested in the history and development of this art form, she presents Egyptian Cabaret, as well as traditional Folk dances from the Middle Eastern, Arabic and North African world, also exploring how they have developed and influenced modern styles. These include Tannoura (Egyptian Whirling), Sai'idi (Upper Egypt), Khaleegy (Gulf region), and Moroccan Tanjaoua Sha'abi. She is also expanding into using styles such as Debke and Moroccan Gnawa rhythms and she regularly works with live musicians across the world. She is currently living in a Bedouin village and researching the dance, music and culture of the Tarrabin Tribe in South Sinai, whilst continuing to perform and teach in Egypt and internationally. Shema has taught, performed and lectured in Europe, Canada, United States, Morocco and Egypt and she is honoured to both study and work with some of the world’s most talented dancers and musicians.