Citynews 24 May 2007
Report by Ash in the Citynews, 24 May 2007



Panta Rei fusiondancing

PANTA REI fusiondancing celebrates the idea that everything flows and is constantly changing. It takes elements of Spanish, Gypsy, African, Asian and Middle Eastern styles and combines them with more modern styles, to create a fusion of spectacular choreographies, costumes and rhythms.

All dances are different, with emphasis ranging from the smooth moves and wave patterns of veil dancing, to the more rhythmic shaking and shimmying of drumdances. Some focus on exciting African percussion or Latin rhythms. Other dances embrace the more reflexive ambiance of relaxation music. All choreographies are designed to match movement with sound and colour in a celebration of harmonious flux and renewal.

Panta Rei dancing also gives public performances at local festivals and for community groups. Some members love to perform, others just come to classes - nobody is pressured into performing.

No dance experience is needed to join. There is no pressure and mistakes are called "little variations" that help towards each dancer's self-development. Panta Rei dancing creates a friendly and supportive environment that builds up self-confidence, where nobody is judged or put under pressure, and where everyone feels encouraged to take part in and enjoy a world of dance, costumes and music.

Classes are at Gorman House (B Block), Braddon, on most Fridays (call for details!)

Call Marion at 0405 638910, or email to
fusiondancing@gmail.com or visit
www.pantarei.org/

Panta Rei fusiondancing

There are no borders when it comes to the cross-cultural dance style called Panta Rei Fusiondancing, which combines elements of Spanish, Gypsy, African, Asian and Middle Eastern styles with ballet, jazz and more modern styles. Panta Rei fusiondancing cherishes the idea that everything flows and is constantly changing. This is reflected in the chereographoes and costume designs, resulting in a spectacular display of movements, colours and music.

All dances are different, with emphasis ranging from the smooth moves and wave patterns of veil dancing, to the more rhythmic shaking and shimmying of drumdances. Some dances feature the exciting percussion of African handdrums or the addictive rhythms of Latin music. Other dances embrace the more reflexive ambiance of relaxation music. All choreographies are designed to match movement with music and colour in a celebration of harmonious flux and continuous renewal.

For details, visit www.pantarei.org or call Marion at 0405 638910



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