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About juliet

Juliet Le Page has trained in many dance forms including Classical Ballet, Modern Dance, Jazz, and Flamenco and Middle Eastern Dance. She was one of the earliest exponents of Belly Dance in Melbourne and her first performance was in 1980. She soon became disenchanted with Belly Dance and stopped to pursue other opportunities in the arts, including script re-writes, directing, production as well as performance in theatre, TV and film. In 1995 Juliet was introduced to the work of Hilal and has since traveled the world in pursuit of excellence in the art of teaching and performing Egyptian Dance. Her dedication and discipline was rewarded in 2000 when she was invited to become an Applicant for teacher training by the Hilal Art Foundation. Juliet was awarded her full licence in 2004. She continues to hone her skills under the auspice of Marie Al Fajr. She has lectured in universities and to arts groups and has also been interviewed on National radio and for documentaries. She has performed for Arabic festivals, television and in theaters at the invitation of arts bodies. In July 2003, Juliet was invited by The Consul General of Egypt to perform at the official function celebrating Egyptian National Day. She has been interviewed and has performed on the Egyptian Show on community television. She has completed studies in psychology, anatomy and physiology and is a qualified fitness instructor as well as a licenced practitioner of the GYROKINESIS® Method*. Her research and knowledge on functional alignment and physical form relative to Egyptian dance is an important and distinctive component of her teaching. In her purpose built studio she also offers Pilates/Yoga Core Work, and Holistic Stretch classes incorporating PNF method. Juliet has been invited to sit as a panel examiner for professional dance and performance arts academies including the Australian Ballet School - (Spanish Dance 2001-2009). She also has professional experience in theater, film and television in various areas of production, acting and dance. Juliet is also affiliated with Tanz Raum, an international platform where similarly trained and accredited artists share knowledge, experience and resource to inspire excellence in the teaching and performance of Egyptian Dance. She has also taught at the international workshops organised by them. Tanzraum recognizes dedication and integrity and also produces high quality C.D's of traditional Egyptian music**. Juliet’s passion for her chosen genre is evident in her teaching and performance. Her objective is to bring to students an awareness of the intricate and rich cultural heritage of Egypt through the beauty and benefits of the dance art form. Please visit the website for more information www.eed.com.au * GYROKINESIS® is a registered trademark of Gyrotonic Sales Corp and is used with their permission. ** See the Music section for CD & DVD sales. Back to Home.

Mahmoud Reda Workshops with Ehab Hassan and Nesrin Bahaa in Melbourne, Australia October 2015

Urban Pharaohs Festival and EED are thrilled to announce there will be two (only!) dance workshops offered. They will be fun, light hearted and filled with joy…reflecting the dance itself!   These workshops will be open to all levels and … Continue reading

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THE MAHMOUD REDA FOLK TROUPE IN MELBOURNE

THE ART OF URBAN PHARAOHS PRESENTS….. An event opportunity not to be missed! In addition to an evening of Egyptian music and dance at the award winning Belleville Restaurant on the 29th October, there will also be 2 performances by the … Continue reading

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SAVING FACE

Scientists Reconstruct the Face of Ancient Egyptian Priest – linked from Daily Mail Experts have reconstructed the face of an ancient Egyptian priest using cutting edge forensic techniques. The mummy, called Kent, lived during the XVIII Dynasty and may have witnessed … Continue reading

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TUTANKHAMUN’S TOMB EXPLORATION

Update 2nd October      Dr. Nicholas Reeves announces in a press conference held today that Tutankhamun’s gold funerary mask originally belonged to Queen Nefertiti Nevine El-Aref,  Thursday 1st Oct 2015 follow this link for  more:  http://english.ahram.org.eg/News/151817.aspx Sept 2015: The … Continue reading

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CHOREOGRAPHY….lock or key?

During the last three sessions we have begun to explore choreography. How do you construct your very own? ……Ah! Choreography!…… not my favorite subject – for me it detracts from the essence of dance, I much prefer improvisation – an … Continue reading

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What lies beneath: Ancient Egypt and modern forensics

The tomb of King SenebKay (Circa 1650BC)* was discovered in January 2014, and prior to this there had been no record of this King of the Second Intermediate period. Further to this, archaeologists believe his burial site is just part of a necropolis of a forgotten Dynasty … Continue reading

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One very simple reason you should try Egyptian Elementals Dance and Movement 2015

……  All elements of your life will be positively enhanced (yes….really!!) ….but don’t take my word for it – just follow the link to the testimonials………. http://www.eed.com.au/page/dance/testimonials/index.html This five week course is your opportunity to explore an elegant, engaging and … Continue reading

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EXODUS – out of the theater

Yesterday my partner and I went to see ‘Exodus’.. and despite the fact the script was appalling and any attention to facts and timeline non-existent, (i.e. Abu Simbel existing during the time of Sety 1st among other cliche clangers!) – … Continue reading

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NAWAL EL SAADAWI

If you haven’t yet been introduced to Nawal El Saadawi, then I invite you to listen to one of the most forward, free thinking and courageous women of our time.  Despite a prison sentence, threats to her life and all … Continue reading

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A RWANDAN PERSPECTIVE ON WESTERN MEDICINE

Below is an insightful perspective from a Rwandan talking about his experience with the western clinical approach to mental health and depression. To me it is as priceless as the act of dance itself – Sun, dance, rhythm, community – … Continue reading

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