PERFORMING ARTIST & EDUCATOR

More Than Dance.
A Living Art.

Rooted in Egyptian dance, Raksanna brings movement, music and story to life through classes, performances and original work.

Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora

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Belly dance and burlesque. Open-level classes and technique training.

Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora

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Ensembles, performances and original productions.

Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora

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Performances, workshops and cultural programs.

COMING UP · HOLIDAY 2026

Holiday cheer. With a wicked wink.

Saturday. November 14 · 7 p.m.

Meiley-Swallow Hall
North Central College

Got Hips? Belly Dance!

No experience needed. Every body is welcome. Learn at your pace.

Eola Community Center · Aurora, Illinois

Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora
Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora

OPEN-LEVEL · ADULTS 18+

Discover Burlesque

Explore classic and neo-burlesque through expressive movement, playful choreography and theatrical flair. Open to adults 18+ of all genders. No dance experience needed.

ARTIST · TEACHER · STORYTELLER

Meet Raksanna

Raksanna is a performer, teacher, choreographer and author whose work is rooted in decades of Egyptian dance study. Her teaching and performance experience spans North America, Europe and the Middle East.

Through belly dance, burlesque, original theatrical work, books and music, she shares an evolving artistic practice—and welcomes others into the dance.

Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora

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Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora

Stage

Original productions and shared experiences.

Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora

Ensembles

Two paths into the performance community.

Raksanna Belly Dance and Burlesque Classes in Aurora Mirage CD Oriental Belly Dance Music

Books + Music

Stories, books, and sounds beyond the stage.

Bring Raksanna to Your Audience

Performances, workshops and cultural programs for events, organizations and communities across Chicagoland.