Booking Information
Popular Workshop Topics
- 2 Left Hips: Belly Dance for Beginners
- Dark Cabaret Workshops including:
- Intro to Dark Cabaret
- Dark Cabaret Props
- Tribal Style Combos for AmCab Dancers
- Various Prop Workshops including:
- Candles
- Canes
- Scarves
- Skirts
- Swords
- Veils
- Parasols
Select from one of the workshops listed above or contact Kara to discuss a specific topic or custom choreography.
Customer Feedback
Kara and her belly dancing troupe did a wonderful job of performing at my two library branches of the Des Plaines Valley Public Library District. The shows were very educational and family friendly. Everyone that came rated Kara and her troupe with 5 out of 5 all across the board. I would highly recommend her belly dancing programs to anyone--especially libraries in the area.
-Shannon Pohrte, Adult Services Manager at Des Plaines Valley Public Library District
Need Entertainment that Educates?
Kara and the Desert Opal Dance Company will work with you to develop a 30 or 60-minute performance that meets the specific needs of your organization. Based on their many years of performance experience at venues such as libraries, senior centers, colleges, cultural festivals, charity drives, anniversary celebrations and cancer recovery centers, you can count on them to deliver a memorable, professional performance that will delight your audience.
Our schedule often books up months in advance, so please contact us now to reserve the date of your event.
Harem Parties
Looking for a fun, once-in-a-lifetime type of surprise for the bride-to-be, "milestone birthday" gal or women's social group?
Kara will work with you to create an exciting and memorable experience appropriate for your special celebration. Harem Parties include a belly dance lesson, group dancing and short performance by Kara appropriate for women of all ages.
Please note that all harem parties are women-only events and no men of any age will be allowed to participate or watch.
Surprise the guest of honor by adding a special gift to your Harem Party package. Select from several gift options including exotic silk veils, jingly hip scarves in a variety of colors and a CD of popular belly dance music. Guests at the party may also purchase a coin hip scarf as a keepsake and reminder of the memorable event.
Please contact Kara to reserve the date of your event.
Contact Kara
If you would like more information about hiring Kara for a Harem Party or dance show, her classes, workshops or private lessons, please contact her at 224.225.9042 or via email:
Payment options:
PayPal payments in advance of the event or cash upon arrival at the performance venue.
Due to the huge amount of preparation involved, a signed written contract and 10% deposit are required for all 30- and 60-minute dance shows. Please contact Kara for rates.
