As part of DDF's evolution, Dunia, the festival founder, and her committee continue to focus on finding new artists to bring their love of the dance and give new flavor and workshops for fans...

Troupe member Jeanette Watts, 40, of Dayton, said some think of belly dancing as "hoochie coochie" dancing, which is far from the reality. She said belly dancing is among the most intense forms...

She lays out our outfits and they are fabulous: flouncy, flattering skirts that sit low on the hips and ruthless push-'emup, point-'em-out bras. Tanya looks sensational in her...