Shimmy Shakedown 17th Edition

Join us for the 17th Edition of Shimmy Shakedown, Southern California's premier Raqs Sharqi event celebrating the Art of Oriental Dance. Experience a beautiful weekend of master classes, inspiring performances, and celebration.

• Brenda - Egypt | Argentina
• Amar Lammar - Netherlands | Mexico
• Jinhee Kim - Korea
• Jizzelle Alexis - USA | Mexico

• 16 Hours of Intensive Workshops – Friday, April 2 & Sunday, April 4, 2027
• Spectacular Gala Show – Saturday, April 3, 2027

Stage One Dance Studio
Brea, California

Curtis Theatre
Brea, California

Visit our website for venue addresses, schedules, and additional info!

• Brenda
• Amar Lammar
• Jinhee Kim
• Jizzelle Alexis

• Brenda
• Amar Lammar
• Jinhee Kim
• Jizzelle Alexis
• Fahtiem
• Angelika Nemeth
• Rania
• Meera
• Sohaila Zyba
• Aleya of Cairo
• Jizzelle Alexis Ensemble

Founder, Producer, Sponsor & Artistic Director: Irene Alba
Co-Producer & Organizer: Jizzelle Alexis
MC & Backstage Manager: Laura Crawford
Videographer: Trevor

Registration & Event Information

Visit to:

• Register for workshops
• Purchase workshop packages and event tickets
• Performance Opportunities
• View schedules, pricing, locations, and event guidelines

• All payments are non-refundable.
• No outside photography or videography permitted.
• Please direct all artist booking and private lesson inquiries to the organizers.
• Shimmy Shakedown is held annually each spring. This is our final edition.

Interested in becoming a Sponsor or Volunteer? We'd love your support! Visit our website for sponsorship opportunities and contact information.

Founded in 2012 by Irene Alba and co-produced by Jizzelle Alexis, Shimmy Shakedown continues to bring together dancers from around the world through the love of Oriental Dance.

We can't wait to dance with you in Spring 2027!