“The dancer's body is simply the luminous manifestation of the soul.”   Isadora Duncan
Shadiyah is a full-time professional Middle Eastern/South
Asian dance artist based in the Washington, DC, Maryland and
Virginia areas, as well as a professional singer.  Traveling locally
and nationally Shadiyah performs Vintage Orientale (Classic
Belly Dance), Persian dance, Bollywood, Bhangra and Mujra
styles of dance.

Engaged in her crafts since childhood with a foundation in
ballet, tap, jazz and more, Shadiyah has been focusing on
Middle Eastern/South Asian dance for over ten years, and
continues to enrich her knowledge through education on the
history, cultures and various dances of these regions.

Described as dynamic, graceful & joyous, Shadiyah’s passionate
and elegant entertainment showcases her musicality creating
enchanting memories. With cultural respect and integrity,
Shadiyah delights audiences of all ages while adding the
perfect entertainment for your event!  

Shadiyah specializes in educational and private events for
Embassies, Universities, concerts, corporate events, art galleries,
weddings, bridal showers, engagements, parties for adults and
children, graduations, senior centers and more!  

Please contact
Shadiyah to discuss customizing your special
celebration and enjoy the beautiful and family friendly art of
the Middle East and South Asia creating memories you and
your guests will cherish for years to come!
To Contact Shadiyah, please email
Shadiyah@ShadiyahDances.com
Or telephone 301.633.9446
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Latest Exciting News!

Shadiyah performs for the Midnight In Morocco Wine & Cheese Fundraiser at Lansdowne Resort, Leesburg, VA, June 12, 2010!
Shadiyah performed on the
Middle Eastern Stage at the 5th Annual Fiesta Asia Street Fair, Washington, DC, May 22, 2010!
Shadiyah performed for the 1st Bollywood Night at TurCuisine, Herndon, VA!, May 22, 2010!
Shadiyah performs in
ENCORE: Shimmies for the Cure, Part 2, a benefit for Breast Cancer Research, October 17, 2010 in New Castle, DE!
Shadiyah  performed in the invitation only Gala show in honor of Madame Raqia Hassan of Egypt April 23, 2010 in Arlington, VA!
Shadiyah performed for the sold out
Desi Ladies Night presented by Aaja Nachle, April 16, 2010 in VA!
Shadiyah performed in the invitation only Gala Show honoring
Randa Kamel of Egypt, March 5, 2010 in VA!
Shadiyah is honored to be profiled in the Fall-Winter 2009-2010 issue of
Washington Masala Magazine! Read it here
& contact me for a copy of the magazine!
Shadiyah's performance with Shagun Weddings was featured on Image-In-Asian TV , November 2009!
Shadiyah appears in several videos for a fun project for PersianHaHa TV!
Watch them on Cable tv & YouTube! (
PersianHaHa Bia Tarof , PersianHaHa Nowruz- Khaghani & Nasle Ma-Boro Halesho Bebar)
Shadiyah's photo appears in Roger Wood's
Basic Production for Belly Dance book!

Eye Kandy Glitter & Glitter Raks - Mineral Line Now Available for a total of 90 colors!
Shadiyah is the Original East Coast authorized distributor in the Metro MD/DC/VA region for the fabulous Eye Kandy Glitter Cosmetics Line!
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