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As a university student, Teresa Dickerson enrolled in a modern dance class, and from that time on, she knew that dance would always be an integral part of her life. As she continued her dance studies, she was introduced to the world of Middle Eastern or belly dance and has pursued the study of this intriguing dance form since 1999. Teresa, now known in the dance world as Saphira, has studied under the direction of international dance masters, including Morocco, Mahmoud Reda, Aziza, Eva Cernik, Dalia Carella, Suzanna DelVecchio, Cassandra, Shareen el Safy, Ansuya, Zoe, Andrea La Canela and more. Saphira gives special credit and thanks to Samra of Virginia, who taught her the basics of belly dance and was her talented dance partner and co-owner of Three Graces Entertainment during 2001, its first year of establishment.
By attending dance seminars and workshops frequently, Saphira continues her dance studies. In addition to studying, performing and choreographing, Saphira teaches Middle Eastern or belly dance classes in the Winston-Salem, Wilkesboro, and Boone NC areas. (see her on-line calendar for class times and locations). Saphira teaches workshops locally and also travels for workshop presentations She has also taught Middle Eastern dance workshops for organizations, businesses, and schools. See the Classes and Workshops page for workshop suggestions.
Saphira not only books performances for herself and the Three Graces dance troupes, but also for talented Middle Eastern and Greek musicians, and the amazing Ember*Ellas, fire, poi, hoop and stilt performers. Contact her at 336.830-3479 for booking information.
Saphira has performed extensively throughout areas in North Carolina and beyond. Venues include festivals, corporate events, restaurants, universities, birthday parties, retirement functions, and other special events. Saphira's beautiful costumes and her style of dance delight audiences. Audiences also find intriguing her use of various props, such as the sword, veils, cane, basket, fire, wings of Isis, shamadan and fan. Musical instruments include zills and spoons.
Saphira is currently a model for artists and photographers. Contact her at 336-830-3479 for scheduling.
Recent performances by Saphira were enjoyed at the following venues:
Performance Highlights - 2009
Appalachian State University - Diversity Day
Boone, NC
40th Birthday Party
Yadkinville, NC
International Women's Day at World Villages
Winston-Salem, NC
Carnevale at the Castle
Jamestown, NC
Wilkes Community College - International Festival
Wilkesboro, NC
40th Birthday Party
Wilkesboro, NC
Performance Highlights – 2008
Piedmont Nursing Group Health Faire
High Point , NC
Spooktacular
Winston-Salem, NC
AFAS Fashion Show
Winston-Salem, NC
Healing Arts Festival
Winston-Salem, NC
Christy and Matt's Wedding
Foscoe, NC
50th Birthday Party
Winston-Salem, NC
Pennybryn
High Point , NC
60th Birthday Party
Siloam, NC
Eno River Festival
Greensboro, NC
Fun Fourth
Greensboro, NC
Casanova's, Lewisville
Lewisville, NC
Ribfest
Winston-Salem, NC
Polynesian Performance, Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
Novant Health Group Belly Dance Class
Winston-Salem, NC
Jefferson Middle School, End of Year Activity
Winston-Salem, NC
Arts on Sunday, Merlin's Concert
Winston-Salem, NC
Bachelorette parties
Winston-Salem, NC
Glenwood Multi-Cultural Festival
Greensboro, NC
Arts on Sunday
Merlin's Concert
Winston-Salem, NC
Bachelorette Party
Winston-Salem, NC
Polynesian Performance
Cherry Point, NC
Arts Council Fund-Raiser
Government Center
Winston-Salem, NC
Polynesian Performance
Gastonia, NC
Polynesian Performance
High Point, NC
Tate Street Festival
Greensboro, NC
Birthday Party
Lexington, NC
Creekside Terrace
Winston-Salem, NC
Castle Carnevale
Jamestown, NC
Birthday Party
411 Club
Winston-Salem, NC
Atelier Studios
Winston-Salem, NC
Clemmons Village
Clemmons, NC
The Elms
Clemmons, NC
Wytheville Community College
Birthday Party
Clemmons, NC
Birthday Party
Greensboro, NC
Performance Highlights – 2007 Corporate Christmas Party
Greensboro, NC
Christmas Parades,
Lewisville and Winston-Salem, NC
Paisley Multi-Cultural Festival
Winston-Salem, NC
Fanta City International Mall
Greensboro, NC
A Day in the Village
Clemmons, NC
Love Your Body Show
Salem College
Birthday Party, Private Residence
Lexington, NC
River Festival
Wilmington, NC
Birthday Party
Belly Dance
Corporate Event, Clemmons, NC
Birthday Party
Belly Dance
Private Residence, Lewisville, NC
Merlin's Concert - Benefit for Humane Society
Belly Dance
Winston Square, Winston-Salem, NC
Bryan Center
Polynesian/Hula Dance
Statesville, NC
Summer Cruise Party
Polynesian/Hula Dance
Durham, NC
Sahara Nights
Belly Dance
Atkins Class Reunion
Brookstown Inn, Winston-Salem, NC
Blue Party
Belly Dance
6th & Vine, Winston-Salem, NC
Starmount Country Club
Belly Dance
Greensboro, NC
Eno Festival
Belly Dance
Durham, NC
Fun Fourth in Greensboro
Belly Dance
Greensboro, NC
Summer Solstice
Belly Dance
Greensboro, NC
Goddess Market
Belly Dance
Greensboro, NC
Girl Scout Luau
Polynesian/Hula Dance
Winston-Salem NC
Clemmons Village
Polynesian/Hula Dance
Clemmons, NC
Luau Party
Guest performers: Patika - fire dancer and Zeki - drummer
Baby Shower, Swan Manor
Graduation Party
, NC
Acropolis Engagement Party
, NC
Graduation Party
Borders (to promote Aura 3's CD)
Corporate Luau Performance
Shimmy for a Cause
Bachelorette Party
Tate Street Festival
Salem College
Purple Fiddle
Jammin' Java
Club 66
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
High Point Furniture Market
Monthly Gallery Hops
Clemmons Village
Peace Rally
Birthday Party
Castle Carnevale
Bon Appetit & Deli
DADA Masquerade Ball
Millennium Arts Festival
Casanova's

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Performance Highlights – 2005
DADA Masquerade Ball, Millennium Center, W-S
Eno River Festival, Durham
Riverwalk Festival, Jacksonville
Wake Forest University, Wait Chapel
Paisley Magnet School Multicultural Festival, W-S
Honeybee Festival, Kernersville
Kabab’s Bar & Grill (Weekly Performances)
Marshall St. Bar & Grill, W-S
Casanova’s Coffee, Lewisville (multiple times)
Carver High School Multicultural Festival
Black Theatre Festival
Burlington Multicultural Festival
“Because We Care” Program at the VA Hospital in Salisbury
Valentine’s Party at the VA Hospital in Salisbury
Music in the Park, Lewisville
Lewisville Lawn Party
Lewisville Commons Springfest
Medieval Fantasy Faire, Lewisville
Lexington Multicultural Festival
May & September Gallery Hops, downtown W-S
Cleveland Spring Festival
Signal Hill Mall, Statesville
Solaris Restaurant, Greensboro
Wake Forest University, Wait Chapel
Paisley Magnet School Multicultural Festival, W-S
Honeybee Festival, Kernersville
Brock Performing Arts Center
Private Birthday Parties & other Celebrations
Bachelorette Parties, W-S
Egyptian Wedding, Greensboro
Christmas Parties, W-S. Greensboro, Raleigh
Performance Highlights – 2004
Virginia Tech Multicultural Festival
Radford University International Dinner
Lexington Multicultural Festival
Galax International Festival
Eno Festival – Durham, NC
Ridgecrest – Mt Airy
Black Wolf Vineyards – Dobson, NC
Fiesta 2004 – Winston-Salem
Lewisville Lawn Party
Lewisville Sponsor Appreciation Luau
Kabab’s Bar and Grill, W-S
Virginia Tech Dance of Nations
Salem College International Dinner
Clemmons Village
Several Local Coffeehouses
Birthday Parties and Other Celebrations
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