About Us

Navah (NAH vah) beautiful / pleasant

I chose this simple name because it evoked the concept I hope our viewers will feel while enjoying the performance.

Ever since I was a little girl, dance has been a passion for me. As a child taking my own initiative, I began to study and watch dancers carefully then immediately run outside, find a big space by myself, and begin to practice what I saw. Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly ,Vera Ellen, dances from productions like Nutcracker, Riverdance, and West Side Story all offered monumental inspirations. As a young teen I began to seek out lessons in Ballroom, Latin, Country Two Step, and of coures Polka (Wisconsin’s state dance).

From a very young age I had an unexplainable interest and curiosity about Middle Eastern dance. The allure, movement, and the costuming would soon prove to be impossible not to explore. In 2001, I could no longer resist exploring belly dance, and I took my first class through the YMCA Program. Oriental Dance found a solid place in my heart. I found the movements mesmerizing and the costuming just as amazing. My desire and curiosity only grew, and I took the opportunity to learn more about it.

Navah is available for hire. (Teacher, Choreographer, Private Lessons, Workshops, Shows, & Events) Certified in CPR, Dance Therapeutics DT1, and Teacher certification in Gravity Yoga

Stephany Israeli Adara

Stephany Israeli Adara was first inspired by middle-eastern culture on her travels to Israel as well as her time living in Portland, Oregon where she met belly dancers who specialized in fusion belly dance and belly dance theater. A lifelong musician, she holds a degree in Music and Jazz Performance Art, and is currently certified in Rachel Brice's 8 Elements of Belly Dance and Zoe Jakes' Dancecraft format.

In addition to 25 years of music study and 10 years in-depth dance study, Stephany is an experienced choreographer who wrote the original production Dance of the Elements which debuted in 2017. She has taken classes and intensives with world-renowned belly dance super stars such as Rachel Brice, Zoe Jakes, Sylvia Salamanca and more. She has been a featured soloist and headliner in Madison's belly dance festival, Shimmy in the Grain, taught her own unique style of health-oriented belly dance movement classes in Madison, Wisconsin, and hosted workshops in Green Bay, Appleton, Madison and Oshkosh focused on musicality, theatrical show creation and zill playing for dancers.

She currently performs in Madison as a soloist at the Mediterranean Lounge as well as with Mirage Fusionistas and Navah Mirage throughout the midwestern United States.

Stephany is available for hire. (Teacher, Private Lesson, Shows, & Events) Holds Certifications Dancecraft Spades & 8 Elements Initiate

photography credit to Bill Tricomi

Kristin

Kristin began dancing at the age of three. Though, as soon as she found belly dance, she knew she found her dance "love of a lifetime". Not only was Kristin a professional Cheerleader for NBA basketball team, she also has formal training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Ballroom, Samba, and of course, Middle Eastern dance. Kristin has performed at restaurants, weddings, festivals, sporting events, private parties, themed events, parades, large stage shows, city wide performances, and corporate events. Kristin is an experienced performer who is dedicated to her art form.

Kristin is available for hire. (Shows & Events)

Kristy

Kristy stepped into her first belly dance class 20 years ago, and fell in love instantly. She was inspired by the rich culture and serpentine movements. Kristy is happiest on the stage, and enjoys the beautiful relationships built performing and teaching.

Kristy is intrigued by all forms of movement. Besides continuing her Belly Dance education, she is currently studying Aerial Dance, Flamenco, Hula and Odissi. She continues to pursue an understanding of the culture and histories of the artforms she enjoys.

Kristy is available for hire (Teacher, private lessons, shows and events). Holds certifications: Suhaila 1, Dancecraft Spades, 8 Elements Initiate, Dance Cohesion 1, Dance Therapeutics 1, Bohemian Blade Technician and Krysalis Invocation and Conception

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Saniya (sa-NEE-ya) dazzling / brilliant

Saniya began her love of dance as a young girl. She studied ballet for five years, two of those years on pointe. She also studied during that time jazz, tap, gymnastics and cheer-leading. She coached cheer-leading at a local middle school for two years before moving to Seattle, Washington in 1993. It wasn't until the summer of 2016 that she became reacquainted with her love of dancing. She began her formal belly dancing studies in September of 2016 with Middle Eastern classes in Appleton taught by Navah. Her first performance as a soloist happened in early spring of 2017, and by May, she became a dancer with the Navah Mirage Troupe. Since then she has danced at several events, including Dance of the Elements. Saniya is a dedicated dancer who is continuously learning and practicing. She loves learning all aspects of belly dancing from history to movements to the many props that are used to enhance this beautiful dance. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support, and love and Navah for reigniting her true

passion and love of dance.

Saniya is available for group hired projects.

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Dakota

Dakota began belly dance as a young girl. Sweet and shy, she would quietly study her mother (Navah) practicing her dance. Soon she would surprise her family and share her secret talents. As a teen, she participated in her school's dance troupe, and currently continues her studies with her mother and various other instructors. She has been a featured soloist in Navah Mirage's original production Dance Of The Elements. She performs as a soloist at weddings, birthday parties, bachelorette parties, and events. She enjoys assisting Navah building choreographies, as well as, mermaid and modeling.

Dakota is for hire (Teacher, Shows, & Events)

Hayley

My name is Hayley and I have been with Navah Mirage since April of 2020. I started belly dancing in high school from the De Pere community center and that is when I fell in love. After that, I danced with Tamarind Tribal and Samantha Fairuz while in college at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. I was so happy to find a troupe when I moved back to Green Bay so I could start dancing again! My experience with Navah Mirage has been incredible, and I cannot wait to see what lies in the future for us! This is a fantastic group to be with and I know we will make amazing dances!

Melian ~ Dear Gift

The name Melian was chosen to represent the gratitude she feels for the gift of dance. She feels as though she was blessed to be able to dance, and to be a part of a wonderful troupe to share this love. Melian found her passion one year ago after taking a class with Navah Mirage. She was captivated with the music, rhythm, and movements. "You fall in love with yourself as you learn and see yourself moving to the music." Melian has always had a love for dance, but has not had an opportunity to participate professionally until now. She is excited to continue to grow in this art and to share it with all of you.

Zahra beautiful / flower

Zahra was first inspired by Middle Eastern dance in 2017 when she had the opportunity to watch a dancer named Sadie perform a magical and empowering solo. Zahra knew immediately she needed to explore this artform for herself. The music was especially meaningful because of her years of her music study in jazz and music theory. As a lifelong painter and graphic designer, belly dance became a perfect fit in her lifestyle. Zahra's lifelong goal is to continue her education in the study of Middle Eastern culture, and its connection to performance art. Zahra is a talented dancer who performed in several community events. She currently takes classes with Navah, and intensives with superstars including Sadie Marquardt, Deb Rubin, and more. As a performer, Zahra plays active roles in Navah Mirage productions throughout the Midwest.

Founding Members

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Sidona (sid-oh-nah)

Sidona has belly danced for nearly a dozen years, studying in Minnesota, Ireland, and Wisconsin. She chose the dance name Sidona, which means enticing or captivating, because she finds the intricacies of this dance form so alluring. Sidona especially enjoys sharing the dance floor with other dancers, using props such as sword, and sewing some of her own costumes. Belly dance is a hobby she particularly enjoys for its fitness, flexibility, and fellowship.

Sidona is a one of our amazing founding members.

Jodi

Jodi has belly danced for many years for fun and friendship, studying with Navah of Navah Mirage. She finds the intricacies of this dance form so alluring and beautiful. Without a focus on public performance she still found her place showcasing her talents with fan veils. Belly dance is a hobby she particularly enjoys for its community and fun.

Jodi is a one of our amazing founding members.

Suesa

I have been belly dancing for over ten years, and love performing for
people. While performing, the energy the audience gives you is such a
wonderful feeling. I dance the passion that I feel. I enjoy dancing
while using zills, veils, sword, and my
favorite..... isis wings. Being one of the founding members of the Navah
Mirage dance troupe, I hoped to show others that a person of any age or any size is able to perform and to show the beauty of the dance. My
passion for the arts includes belly dance, playing key board, and
performing music with my husband.

Suesa is a one of our amazing founding members.