There are a lot of beautiful dancers in our field, but Mercedes Nieto has always stood out as an artist with a very distinct voice. Her dancing feels deeply rooted in raqs sharqi while still being completely her own. Her style feels romantic, nostalgic, nuanced, and deeply emotional. There’s a femininity to her work that …
Are you wanting more opportunities for play and lightness in your life? Spend a little time with a four-year-old and you’ll see how naturally play comes to them. Give them a prop – and almost anything can become one – and suddenly there’s a new world to explore. Props can bring that same imaginative spirit …
We’re so excited to introduce the Sahara Dance Living Library – a new digital home where you can continue learning, practicing, and finding inspiration whenever it fits your schedule. Whether you want to sharpen your technique, revisit favorite performances, study rhythms, or keep dancing between classes, the Living Library gives you access to growing collections …
2026-2027 is the year of Marta Korzun at Sahara Dance. 2026 to 2027 is our year featuring Marta Korzun at Sahara Dance! We were grateful to first meet her for an intensive at the end of February 2026 and are looking forward to our second set of workshops at our Washington, DC studio this August …
There’s a point every year where you can just feel the shift in the studio. Music playing a little louder. People staying after class a little to run sections again. Costumes laid out in corners. That mix of excitement and nerves that builds right before something big. That’s where we are right now. Under a …
Dear Sahara Dance Community, As another year comes to a close, we find ourselves reflecting with deep gratitude on all that we’ve created together. This year was filled with meaningful milestones, beautiful performances, shared growth, and moments of connection that remind us why Sahara Dance continues to be such a special home for dancers. Thank …
