What began as a belly dance technique study for these dancers in various classes has now evolved in choreography study and troupe performance. Their first costumes included a full circle skirt, and when Saphira, the artistic director, saw her students in spins, it reminded her of flowers as they bloom, thus the name Khiltay Phool, which means blooming flowers. Even though recently formed, Khiltay Phool has already been seen around town in performances. They enjoy studying many different styles of belly dance, including American Cabaret, Dunyavi Gypsy, Pharonic, and Folkloric. |
When the Hipnotix dancers began taking Saphira's belly dance classes, little did they know that their belly dance interests would lead to troupe performance. As they learned about the dance, costumes, and music, the more important belly dancing became to each of them. Equally important, these beautiful dancers have strong bonds of friendship, which can in part be credited to women encouraging and supporting each other in dance and other aspects of their lives. Their musical preferences are Arabic based pop, and they enjoy contemporary choreographies and costumes.
