Alimah Amani is one of the hottest up and coming bellydancers in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. She is in high demand at local restaurants, nightclubs, and other locations that feature bellydance.
Alimah began her study of Middle Eastern dance at 13 with Ilianna, one of the founding members of Behind the Veil, choreographer for Mirage Dance Troupe, and co-producer of Raq’n the Casbah. Alimah immediately fell in love with the beautiful art form. She has also studied extensively in private lessons under Shahrzad a dancer of the authentic Egyptian style and a former member Najia's award winning dance troupe, 1001 Dreams.
Unlike many dancers, Alimah's continuing study of her artform comes primarily from practical experience, allowing her great freedom to express herself as a natural innovator. She is a featured dancer most every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening at the Marrakesh, Fez Restaurant, and other Philadelphia and Delaware area restaurants and nightclubs.
Today, Alimah finds a sacredness and joy in the dance that shines through her soul and her dancing. A passionate and elegant performer, her dance is bursting with emotion and life as she layers shimmies, belly rolls & flutters, and fluid moves in her soft Egyptian style. Her powerful and emotive performance will excite any audience. Alimah Amani is a graceful artist and innovative choreographer who amazes her audience by balancing trays of candles as well as dancing with exciting props such as veils, zills, and swords. She is also a Belly Dance Fitness Instructor and certified Personal Trainer and Pilates Instructor.