If you've seen any footage of Taheyya dancing...you know what I mean. She had these gorgeous hip circles that just seemed to extend on forever! Her style was very elegant, feminine & classical. If you are a serious student of belly dance--get your hands on some video footage of Taheyya. Thankfully, there is still a wide array of video footage preserved from her performances.
Taheyya was another sensational dancer who was snapped up by savvy nightclub owner, Badia Masabny. Born under the name, Badaweya Mohamed Kareem Al Nirani, young Taheyya was originally given the stage name of Taheyya Mohamed. She was later dubbed, Taheyya Karioka based on her popular interpretation of the Brasilian style dance of that name.
For more in-depth information please read Hossam Ramzy's Article on Taheyya Karioka
