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DINA SAYS... (Part One) Watching the video tonight of the Dina Talk at the Bellydance Blossom Festival. Here are some gems. Q: Do you think that one day Raqs Sharqi will be recognized as the national dance of Egypt? A: Nooo. Not really. No. Dream (makes a fantasy fairy gesture) Q: What is your opinion of today’s Bellydance in Egypt? A: Russian style. There is no Egyptian style. Q: Is there anything positive or negative happening in the Raqs Sharqi scene in Cairo today? A: Nothing Q: Do you think that Raqs Sharqi is a form of feminine power? A: YESSSS ! (in a loud whisper) Q: How so ? A: The woman is more strong than the man but the sadness inside her makes her down. If she takes this sadness out, she will be very strong. The dance, is the only way to take this sadness out and you can express yourself. It’s power. It is not an easy power but it is power (showing her fist). Q: What makes a great dancer? A: When you believe in something, you reach it. When you believe in yourself. When you believe
