Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania dance troupe Sadiqa brings its own innovative sense of Middle Eastern Dance to the stage. Their unique approach to this ancient artform is a fusion of traditional and contemporary movement complimented by a variety of music whether live or recorded. Their elegant and fluid dancing combined with sharp, defined movement shows this duos precision and charm.

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Troupe members Kari Merlina and Joanna Abel can be seen performing regularly around Pittsburgh and at national events. Both Kari and Joanna enjoy working with local artists on a variety of collaborative projects. Joanna is a part of the local collaborative the Hot Metal Muses and Kari is a member of the Belly Dance collective Beledi Bellies . In addition, both ladies are members of Olivia Kissel's HYBRID Dance Project.

The ladies of Sadiqa teach weekly classes. Check out Kari's Mixed Level class on Wednesdays at Studio Pantera and Joanna's Beginner/Intermediate and Beginner ITS classes on Thursdays at 3rd Street Belly Dance. Both are available for hire for a variety of events to include workshops, private lessons, and special occasions. Please contact Sadiqa to customize a performance or group lesson for your event or contact Joanna or Kari for details regarding their lessons.

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For more information: sadiqa@sadiqabellydance.com

Sadiqa Photo Credit: WDO Photography