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"We planned this event from out of state and were thrilled with Amara!
Not only did she follow-up on every detail (from music to costumes) but gave an amazing performance
and left our entire group smiling and clapping for more. She was fun, gracious and completed the atmosphere
for what we’d planned: to “knock the socks off” our Dad on his 80th birthday. We (and all of our
Raleigh-Durham counterparts) will recommend her any chance we get!".
- Bev van Westendorp
"Amara did a beautiful job for my father’s birthday this summer with everyone at the party having a
great time. From the start of her act, it was obvious she’d spent many years practicing and perfecting her art.
Her costume and props were gorgeous and her energy was extremely high, despite the fact she performed outside in humid
90 degree heat. Though she didn’t know where she’d be dancing (an irregular swimming pool deck), she improvised and took
advantage of the entire space and engaged everyone in attendance. All of her routine was outstanding, but the sword and
wing dances received the most “Ooh’s” and “Aah’s”. We would definitely recommend hiring her for any special event,
whether for business or family celebrations. We’re so glad we found her!".
- Chris van Westendorp
Drawing by Olivia (July 2008)
"Amara's performance at my husbands 40th birthday party was the icing on the cake to our classy, yet fun-filled event.
Her energy was contagious and the crowd could not get enough. My husbands 40th birthday party will always be memorable,
mostly due to Amara's performance".
- Eileen Suazo
"OH MY GOD...you were absolutely phenomenal! You were by far the best part of the wedding. Everybody loved your
performance, and you definitely made the night so much more fun and memorable! I definitely did get some great pictures of you from
some of the guests, and I will be more than happy to get those to you as soon as I get back from the honeymoon! Again, thank you so
much for making my day so special! I hope that I can find another occasion to hire you for! You were beautiful too....you looked great
in the red costume! Take care and thanks again. "
- Jo
Dear Amara
We had such wonderful time watching you dance last night at the Amato wedding. To me you brought back many happy memories of
my childhood and youth where every weekend there was belly dancing :-) To my kids you introduced a wonderful art that I hope they
will someday learn and experience.
- Jina T.
Good afternoon!
I wanted to write you both a quick note thanking you both for the wonderful job you did at our wedding. We weren't sure how our
guests would appreciate this type of entertainment, but everyone LOVED it. You both looked great and performed beautifully!
The outfits were great. Thank you for accommodating our requests for Persian music. The Iranians loved the songs, and the groom's
side was running out of camera film!! Once we get our pictures back, we can see about getting some copies for you as well.
Your outifts were beautiful and complimented our evening. Thank you for performing for us- you made our wedding memorable.
- Shadi & Eric
"Thank you again – we all truly enjoyed your dancing and the belly dancing experience! It was an unexpected surprise to a
wonderful evening!"
-Kerri
Amara and her #1 fan Lilly at the NCBellydance.org Gala show. (Sept 2007)