Jill Parker is a pioneering force in fusion bellydance, known for her earthy, grounded, and slinky sensuality. A former member of FatChanceBellyDance® (FCBD), and founder of several fusion bellydance theater company iterations, she helped shape a generation of dancers.

With over 35+ years of teaching, she’s beloved for her ability to distill movement into something both precise and deeply felt. She teaches and performs worldwide, creating heart-centered spaces for growth and connection.​

"Ismaaouni" Choreography Workshop with Jill Parker 

"Ismaaouni" is a classic Arabic song that translates to "Listen to Me". 
The version by Musicians of the Nile is a lively high energy folkloric instrumental rendition of the classic, featuring mizmar, rabab, and driving rhythmic tabla.

The choreography you'll learn is an homage to Jill's early dance inspiration, Hahbi Ru with its line formation, and earthy folk "village" feel you can almost taste Northern California Renaissance Faire Vibes of the 1990's - which were in themselves an homage to the Northern California late 60's and 1970's Renaissance fair bellydance scene of Jamila's Balanat era.

You'll find Jill's choreography taking that inspiration and imbuing it with her trademark sensuous gooey goodness, keen musicality, and a bit of cheekiness! The piece is just a blast to perform!!   

FCBD Family & old school fusion friends, you're going die for this choreography!!   ​VINTAGE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA REN FAIRE BELLYDANCE VIBES abound in this sensuous show-stopper!  ♥️

Registration is now open and required.  Space is limited and workshop is non-refundable.  

Workshop Cost: $90

Please send payment with note "Sacramento workshop 5/24/26" through Friends and Family VENMO: @Jill-Parker-36

Jill Parker is coming to Thrive Movement Arts in Sacramento!