
BIOGRAPHY
Meaning “touched by God,” the name Bozenka suits this performer, whose gift for the art of bellydancing transcends her Cuban-Czech heritage, as she enthralls audiences and inspires performers throughout the world. As a resident of Miami, Bozenka started her training at The Mid Eastern Dance Exchange in 1998 under the leadership of Tamalyn Dallal. She quickly distinguished herself developing an elegant, classic, earthy and charismatic style that not only earned her the prestigious title, Miss America of the Bellydance 2000, but most recently in July of 2006, she brought home the golden crown from the “Ahlan Wa Sahlan” dance festival in Cairo, Egypt. She was among 150 dancers from all over the world that participated in this contest, and won the festival’s competition event with her undeniably powerful yet uniquely graceful style. This achievement was even recognized by CNN, which broadcasted the event worldwide with its headline stating, “An American Belly Dancer has taken the Egyptian crown!”
Ever passionate about her work, Bozenka has continued to flourish and hone her craft under the tutelage of world-renowned master teachers. Bozenka has choreographed for Latin pop star Shakira, performed with “Alabina” during their concert tour in Miami Beach, and entertained many celebrities including Sean Connery, Donald Trump, Hugh Hefner, Madonna, and Enrique Iglesias. This year Bozenka has been a belly dancing globe trekker, touring with the popular dance company, the Bellydance Superstars”, as a featured soloist throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Besides being an accomplished performer, Bozenka is one of the most sought after instructors in the Oriental dance form. Her special teaching technique and her wonderful spirit make her workshops a fulfilling and motivating experience for all who attend. Bozenka is a well-rounded artist and a true bellydance Superstar!
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Photos of Bozenka taken in Siwa's desert in Egypt - Photos by E. Torres
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I call myself a “Missionary of the Art of…
Raqs Sharki, Oriental Dance, Middle Eastern Dance or the ever-popular misnomer “Bellydancing”…however you choose to call it, it’s all the same art form. And it is not only what I do for a living, but rather, it’s a way of life. Whether I’m entertaining guests at a local wedding, performing on stage while touring Europe, choreographing for celebrities, teaching a seminar across the globe or directing my dance company based in Miami Beach, bellydancing is what I do 24/7. It defines me and it’s the dance form that I best identify with. I love the intricacy of Middle Eastern music and the sensuality of the movement. Bellydancing personifies strength and power in its most feminine form. Expanding people’s knowledge of this dance beyond biases and inhibitions is my lifelong mission. Dancing is my religion. Movement is my practice. When everything is in sync; music and movement are my direct links to the divine.