Veronika Shulkevich is a renowned Ukrainian belly dancer, choreographer, and educator from Odessa, celebrated for her contributions to oriental dance. Beginning her dance journey at a young age, she gained international recognition by winning numerous competitions and teaching at prestigious festivals like Ahlan Wa Sahlan in Egypt. As the founder of VEROSHDANCE, she trains aspiring dancers and conducts workshops all over the world, blending traditional and contemporary styles in her performances.

In this episode you will learn about:

- Teaching dance classes in Ukraine during the war time

- Managing her own clothing brand

- Working with professional models

- Tips for improvisation & improving musicality

- Veronika’s routine before going on stage

Show Notes to this episode:

Find Veronika Shulkevich on Instagram, YouTube, and FB. Her clothing brand on Instagram.

Our previous interview with Veronika:

Ep 63. Veronika Shulkevich: Young Generation of Dancers

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