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Nadira's dynamism and vibrancy is quite popular and has taken her to some of the best night clubs on the west coast, Hawaii and Turkey. Crowned 2004 Entertainer of the Year, 2005 Emerald Rain Champion, 2005 Double Crown Belly Dance Performing Artist, 2006 Sisterhood of the Dance, and more recently 2006 Belly Dancer of the Year, this multi-award dancer has performed in numerous shows including MEAI, 2001-2005 Arab Festivals, Folk Life and Bumbershoot festivals – some of the largest festivals in Seattle, WA. Nadira currently performs in clubs and restaurants throughout the Northwest, performances, as well as other venues including weddings, parties, and birthday celebrations. She has also been a featured performer on Persian Television.

Nadira has also given her time and talent to Seattle functions for the arts including the 2004 Visual Arts Gala for Bumbershoot, Fifteenth Annual Fundraiser and Auction for Fashion Group International in 2000 and 1999 Poncho Gala Auction; hailed as the largest auction for the arts in the world. She has also performed for members of the Pacific Northwest Ballet, based in Seattle and more recently the 21st annual "Seattle Celebrity Waiters Luncheon" for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

One can see how much she truly respects, enjoys and understands Middle Eastern music in her dance. Her ability to capture the crowd with her skilled grace and playfulness has earned her the respect of the local Persian and Arabic communities.
Nadira began her journey as a performer at the early age of six. She has studied many forms of dance from classical ballet to hip hop to jazz. In 1999, she was introduced to Middle Eastern dance after a car accident she thought ended her dance career. Utilizing this new medium of dance as a form of physical therapy, Nadira quickly embraced this style.

Entranced with this mystical new sound, Nadira started performing with Zaphara’s Middle Eastern Troupe very shortly after her beginning classes. She quickly began to incorporate her broad dance and musical background with new technical moves, and her unique style emerged. Dancing in the troupe gave great exposure to performing in front of large audiences, and at various venues.

Captivated by this form of dance, Nadira immersed herself in it and quickly emerged into the professional scene with her own elegant style. She has the ability to intrigue the audience, yet keeps them at ease with her playfulness. Nadira is a sought after performer.

"Nadira is a talented and musical performer who is dedicated to this art form. She continues to strive for excellence, does it with such grace and elegance"
Jillina - Mid-East dance Artist/Choreographer/Artistic Director for Bellydance Superstars

"Nadira is the consummate performer....with that blend of elegance,  pizzazz, and technique - always breath taking"
Zaina Hart - Double Crown Productions/The "Belly Dancer" Magazine

"Nadira is not only highly skilled but has a soothing and graceful presence when she dances. Her physical beauty draws you in and you become aware that it equals that of her internal love for Middle Eastern Dance"
Dondi Dahlin - Middle Eastern dancer, instructor, member of Bellydance Superstars