Brooklyn Arts Council

Layla. Photo: courtesy of the artist

Layla began studying Middle Eastern dance at the age of 19 at Serena Studios in New York City. Her passion for Middle Eastern dance led her to study with such masters of the form as Yousry Sharif, Ramzi El-Edlibi and Elena. Layla has performed internationally and is known for her precision in technique, expert finger cymbals and enthusiastic audience interaction. Currently, Layla is the director of the dance troupe 1001 Pearls and teaches throughout the New York City area. A graduate of Queensborough School of Nursing, Layla has earned her RN license and incorporates her knowledge and awareness of the importance of movement and activity into her classes and demonstrations.

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Dance, Folk / Traditional Arts, Traditional / Culturally Specific