Anaheed is the host and producer of two major recurring belly dance events in the Southern California area: The Perfumes of Araby Swap Meet and (see below for details). In addition, she also hosts special engagements, such as concerts, workshops, and other related productions by popular local artists and out-of-town dancers.

Watch this site for the latest information on belly dance events hosted by Anaheed.

Perfumes of Araby Swap Meet

Twice a year, in spring and fall, the Perfumes of Araby put on a lively day of swapping, shopping, and dancing! Notices about this event will appear on this page, and in MECDA publications.

Next Date: Sunday, September 28, 2008

Clean out your closet and find some great bargains!

Location: Granada Pavilion, 11128 Balboa Blvd. Granada Hills, CA, (1/4 mile south of 118 fwy, corner of Balboa and San Fernando Mission Road, behind Trader Joe's) [see map and get directions]

Time: Table set up starts 11:30 a.m., Swap open 12:30 - 6:30 p.m. Swapping and Dancing all afternoon!

Fees: Guests - entrance is $2 at the door

Vendors - The table or rack space fee is still a great bargain at only $20.00. As we fill up, a waiting list will be available. Call (818) 893-9019 to check space availability.

Please complete the online Vendor Registration form, and submit it with your payment (check or money order) to: M.A. Cappa, 9046 Haskell Ave., North Hills, CA 91343. For written confirmation, please include a SASE with payment, or send e-mail to .

ATTENTION DANCERS: There will be a professional videographer and still photographer on site for your convenience. Please sign up for videos and/or photography when you arrive at the event. Both solo and group photography available.

PERFORMERS: Although some sign-ups for dancing are taken at door, it is highly recommended that you reserve a time slot in advance. Use the on-line Registration Form to reserve a time to perform, and check out the Performer's Guidelines page for information about dancing at this event. Call Anaheed at (818) 893-9019, or send an e-mail to for more information.

(*) When you click on this link, you'll be prompted to open or save the file swapmeet_form.doc. Save it in your computer so you can fill out the form, rename the file (according to the instructions) and send it to Anaheed.

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Cafe Beledy is now "Cabaret" Beledy

In 2007 Café became Cabaret Beledy and found a Great New Location!
Cabaret Beledy is now held at  the same facility where Anaheed teaches! This location was formerly the "Granada Hills Theater" and features a real stage in a lovely studio setting! "Gotta Dance Studio" 18167 Chatsworth St. Granada Hills, CA 91344 (NW Corner of Lindley and Chatsworth, plenty of free parking). [see map and get directions].

Over the years our Belly Dance Variety Shows have had wonderful performers such as Amara, Anja, Kamaal, Catharae, Jorjana, and of course Anaheed and members of Perfumes of Araby. In the future we'll continue to feature other local artists, teachers and students dancing to live or taped music of their choice. Do join us for a variety-packed evening in a wonderful theatrical setting!

The History of Café Beledy...

Next Date: TBA, 2008!

Pre-show shopping Bazaar!
Doors open for early shopping 7pm. Show starts 8pm

Performers in upcoming Show will include: Anaheed, Christina Rizkallah, Amara, new Tribal group "Twisted Gypsy" and more! Plus the usual great live music by Var Daghdevirian, Maurice Saba and Rico Orrell.

Café becomes Cabaret Beledy and *Moves* to Great Location!
Cabaret Beledy will now be held at the same facility where Anaheed teaches!

Tickets: $20. Open chair seating for 100. Advance Sales: send check or money order to M.A. Cappa, 9046 Haskell Ave., North Hills, CA, 91343. Call (818) 893-9019 for more information. Tickets will be held and sold at the door.

Table or Rack Space: $20. This facility requires that you "BYO" table (we do have chairs). Please complete the online Vendor Registration form, and submit it with your payment (check or money order) to: M.A. Cappa, 9046 Haskell Ave., North Hills, CA 91343. For written confirmation, please include a SASE with payment, or send e-mail to .