The University of New Mexico’s Maxwell Museum of Anthropology will host “Bellydancing and the Sacred Feminine,” a performance by Albuquerque-based belly dance performer and instructor Leyla Najma, at the Hibben Center, next to the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, on Saturday, July 21, from 1-3:30 p.m.
This performance, a combination of Egyptian and Middle Eastern belly dance elements, is “a celebration of the feminine image that has intrigued the imaginations of men and women since (belly dancing) was first performed,” according to Artisans of the World. Najma will be accompanied by the live music of Sadaqah.
Beth Beaver of Albuquerque's Sadaqah, will delight her audience with songs of the near and Middle East. Ms. Beaver will share her knowledge of the music, explaining which pieces are considered classical and folk songs and what makes them different.
The performance is part of Artisans of the World, a monthly lecture and demonstration series sponsored by the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology. This series, which is partially sponsored by the City of Albuquerque Urban Enhancement Trust Fund, pairs traditional artists demonstrations with a cultural lecture.
Admission to this event is free.
Who: Albuquerque-based belly dancer Leyla Najma
What: UNM and Artisans of the World present “Bellydancing and the Sacred Feminine” featuring Leyla Najma.
When: Saturday, July 21, 1-3:30 p.m.
Where: Hibben Center, next to Maxwell Museum of Anthropology.
Media Contact: Benson Hendrix, (505) 277-1816; e-mail: bhendrix@unm.edu