09.21.09
Posted in Dance at 4:46 pm by deRomilly
I just want it on the record that I hate ear infections. If I’d ever had one before, I didn’t remember it. And I think I’d remember the kind of discomfort I’ve had for the past week and a half with an ear infection and bronchitis at the same time! Yuck.
Our troupe is putting the finishing touches on a routine for Beach Blanket Beledi in early October. Hee hee. I’ll provide more information after we’ve unveiled it.
What it DOES bring to mind for me though is that I discovered I need to take in my gold bedlah. Last time I tried it on, I couldn’t get it closed, I had puffed up so much. But after discovering my thyroid issues, cutting way back on my carb intake, over the past two years I have lost not only the 2 inches that wouldn’t let it close, but another 2 in addition! I am a VERY happy dancer. I am hoping that this means that soon I’ll be able to remove the kludge that is the extension at the sides altogether. And maybe use the gauntlets for something else… I don’ t know… like maybe SLEEVES?!
But very happy. I promise photos of some sort in October. Maybe. <grin>
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08.10.09
Posted in Dance at 5:13 pm by deRomilly
Yup. That little blurry area is all that's done. 
Stalled. Stuck. Not moving at all.
So I have, theoretically, been building a turquoise bedlah, as several past posts have demonstrated. Right now, however, it’s stalled.
The fabric is over the bra, I’ve got the base shape for the belt found, but not cut out, and I’m supposed to be stitching the sequins onto the bra. But I just haven’t’ been able to bring myself to do it. It’s not like it’s all that difficult, either – or maybe it is. I’m a perfectionist. Spacing of sequins is NOT a perfect science. Nor is it supposed to be. They are, in this pattern, just supposed to cover the silly thing and sparkle. But I keep expecting more – mostly, I think, because I’ve been doing appliques so much. And it’s driving me batty.
That is all. Hopefully more to report soon.
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06.20.09
Posted in Dance at 5:04 pm by deRomilly
At ShimmySouth 10 - Photo by Megan Freeman
- I dance to celebrate life.
- I dance because moving my body to music, even when I was very ill, reminds and reminded me that I’m alive and that this is a good thing.
- I dance because my inner child still likes to spin until she gets dizzy.
- I dance because it’s as close to flying as I can get.
- I dance because I love wind against my face and I don’ t run or ski.
- I dance because I love my body.
- I dance because I’m human.
- I dance because I can’t not dance and still be me.
It’s been a hard couple of weeks. But we’re still here, and I’m still dancing, even if my posting has been sporadic.
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05.06.09
Posted in Dance at 8:58 am by deRomilly
OK. I give up. I’m back, and no surprise yet. Obviously taking time away from blogging to “Get Stuff Done” isn’t the answer. I missed you. And other things kept getting in the way of getting stuff done in any case. Maybe I’m “stuckified”. I think blogging actually kept me moving forward. I’ll spill the surprise in an upcoming post – probably before it’s finished, and we’ll celebrate it’s completion with a giveaway.
Last night I attended a “Gothic Bellydance” workshop with Tempest. Those of you who know me personally know I claim to be “so Goth I no longer have to wear black! Tempest reminds me of why I still identify with this subculture: all the best parts. Lace. Velvet. Art Nouveau. Art Deco. Research. Artsy-ness. Victoriana. Lovecraft (the author). And I don’t care what you say. Bats ARE cute! (and they eat the mosquitoes around here in NC, so they are a benefit to have around, too!)
Tempest is bright, funny, smiles a lot, and shares everything she knows about the art form she’s teaching with a smile and generousity. Her workshop focussed on bringing the feel of film noir and the 20s and 30s jazz age into dance performances. Inspired by Ruth St.Denis, Theda Bara, and Mata Hari, the combinations she taught us included bellydance variations on the Charleston (one of my favorite dances: I used to do it en pointe in ballet!) and motions based on poses that her famous inspirations have struck in publicity stills.
I had my camera, and completely forgot to take any photos of anybody or anything, but you can find photos at Tempest’s site, Darkly Dramatic And did I mention that she’s an Print artist who graduated from RISD as well?! Yeah, I’m a fan. Maybe this weekend I’ll dress up in the goth makeup and get a photo for you.
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03.27.09
Posted in Dance at 7:00 am by deRomilly
I do dance!
With wardrobe malfunctions! Everyone goes through something similar at some time in their life, I think. As Mom would have said, “builds character!”
Note: All pictures in this post are courtesy of Megan H. Freeman.
In my case it was a misunderstanding of the logistics of my current weight loss — I’ve lost 2 inches in my hips over the past few months and nothing around my waist. This takes my nice hourglass figure – the curves of which served to hold up my skirt – and turn it into a cylinder – not conducive to skirts staying up.
Note to self (and other dancers) if you are in the process of losing weight, do NOT trust even a full dress rehearsal — pin – pin- pin your costume. It will be the part you’re least worried about that will snap. Keep a professional attitude, smile, turn, wave and leave gracefully if necessary.
Oops. See how low that skirt is falling?(So are the pants!)
New Comedy Schtick!
No, I didn’t lose my costume onstage – if in doubt, turn hitching it up into a comedy schtick! But apparently it was closer than I thought it was! And yes, I was wearing underwear, but luckily it didn’t come to people seeing it.
So there!
Costuming malfunctions I’ve seen over the years include everything from the loss of a false ponytail to my skirt, to broken bra straps, to a ballerina who lost the entire bodice of her tutu in the middle of a backbend — that recovery took grace under pressure and has been my gold standard for continuing over the years. If she can handle that, I can handle almost anything. So there!
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