Janelle Issis

🇵🇸 stitched into my story.

Last night I had the honor of wearing a beautiful piece from KOURIS , designed by my incredibly talented cousin. More than a dress, it’s a piece of home—woven with heritage, artistry, and love.

A heartfelt thank you to KOURIS for generously gifting beautiful pieces to share with my JBelly’s School of RAQ: Bellydance community during our Women’s Henna Night. Watching women gather, celebrate, dance, and connect was truly special.

In every stitch, a story.
In every gathering, a reminder.
In every generation, we carry our roots forward.

From a Palestinian American girl, with love. 🇵🇸

‎على هذه الأرض ما يستحق الحياة
“On this land, there is that which deserves life.”

Arabic Night with Live Music + Belly Dance

I can’t wait! MY FAVORITE KIND OF SHOW. Thank you for the invite!! We hope to see you there.

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to join us for a feast for the senses, as we showcase the artistry of talented musicians and dancers who will take you on a journey through the music and dance traditions of the Middle East. You will have the opportunity to be transported to Cairo without the need to get on a plane.

🎶 FEATURED MUSICIANS
- Maurice Chedid - Oud + Vocals
- Nabil Bekkali - Keyboard
- Ouail Aboulhassane - Tabla
- Said Fahmy - Riq

💃🏽 FEATURED DANCERS
- Amazing Ivanna
- Janelle Issis (AL)
- Kaeshi Chai
- Sonia Ochoa (CA) - Check out Sonia’s 6/12-6/14 workshops [https://bellyqueen.com/sonia-2026]
- Wendi Weng

🌟 SOLOISTS
- Karess Douglas
- ViviMar
- Pelin Qualben
- Joudy Al Tounsi

✨ GROUP PERFORMANCES
- Pelin Qualben’s students
- Janelle & JBelly Jewels
rose.dance .andre

🖊️ EVENT DETAILS
Venue: Secret Room New York
707 8th Ave (Downstairs), New York, NY 10036
Located between W 44th and W 45th Streets

SCHEDULE
6:30 PM: Doors Open
7:00 – 9:30 PM: Show

TICKETS!!
https://events.humanitix.com/djam-nyc-arabic-night

JBelly Women’s ليلة الحنة (Henna Night) — June 12, 2026, 7–9:00 PM at The Loft New York. A safe, welcoming evening for women of all backgrounds to move, celebrate, and express themselves. Bring your energy, your friends, and your curiosity — no performance experience required. Tickets & details: https://wix.to/dPz96a1

👠 a little this .. a lot of that!

New York and online students, whether you’re looking to build strength and control, master the art of balancing, dance in heels, enjoy an unforgettable show with , or treat yourself to a beautiful all-women’s Henna Night, there’s a place for you here. ✨

Join me next weekend for movement, community, creativity, and a whole lot of joy. I can’t wait to dance with you!

Which class or event will I see you at? 💛

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❥ Fri, June 12th | 7 - 9:00PM 
Women’s Henna |📍 .loft.ny

❥ Sat, June 13th | 📍
11:00 - 12:00 Bellydance Conditioning (All Levels)
12:00 - 1:00 The Veil Experience
1:30 - 3:00 Raqs Sharqi in Heels Workshop. Lead by ._ & (Heels not required)

❥ Sun, June 14th | 📍 .loft.ny
11:00 - 12:00 Open Level Raqs Sharqi
12:15 - 1:30 Balance Lab! Bring a Book or Candle Tray!

Evening Janelle and the JBelly Jewels Perform |📍

Private Lesson Availability email [email protected]
focus on—technique, choreography, performance, props or personalized training for performance development.

👠 A little something for everyone in NYC!

Whether you’re looking to build strength and control, master the art of balancing, dance in heels, enjoy an unforgettable show with , or treat yourself to a beautiful all-women’s Henna Night, there’s a place for you here. ✨

Join me next weekend for movement, community, creativity, and a whole lot of joy. I can’t wait to dance with you!

Which event will I see you at? 💛

———

❥ Fri, June 12th | 7 - 9:00PM 
Women’s Henna |📍 .loft.ny

❥ Sat, June 13th | 📍
11:00 - 12:00 Bellydance Conditioning (All Levels)
12:00 - 1:00 The Veil Experience
1:30 - 3:00 Raqs Sharqi in Heels Workshop. Lead by ._ & (Heels not required)

❥ Sun, June 14th | 📍 .loft.ny
11:00 - 12:00 Open Level Raqs Sharqi
12:15 - 1:30 Balance Lab! Bring a Book or Candle Tray!

Evening Janelle and the JBelly Jewels Perform |📍

Private Lesson Availability email [email protected]
focus on—technique, choreography, performance, props or personalized training for performance development.

✨ NEW at JBelly Community! ✨

Try our Bellydance Conditioning (All Levels) class 💫
A powerful blend of strength, balance, flexibility + bellydance technique designed to elevate your dancing from the inside out.

🔥 FIRST TIME OFFER:
Use code JBELLYNEW to get $10 OFF your first session!

🗓 Valid for Saturday classes only:
• May 30
• June 6

Spots are limited — reserve yours now 👇
Book here


https://www.janelleissis.com/service-page/bellydance-conditioning-all-levels?referral=service_list_widget