What People Say
Some reviews by clients and artists that Anokha has performed for, as well by the press.
Press
"a startling display of avant-garde belly dancing" - John O'Mahoney, journalist of the newspaper The Guardian, U.K.
"crisp dancing" - Judith Lynch, wrote the article reviewing the video "Basswalla" at the website of the TV channel CBC, Canada.
"They were helped on stage by a beautiful dancer that gave a more exotic touch to what we were watching.” – João Nuno Silva, his review about ATMA's concert at Bons Sons Festival 2012, in his blog A Certeza da Música, PT.
Weddings & Private Events
“Anokha danced at our wedding blessing and the room was still and quiet with 90 people. Her dance is sophisticated, energetic and exotic: a real classy lady.” - Stuart and Elizabeth McLean, U.K.
“I was enchanted with Anokha at the first time I saw her move ... languid, sensual, articulated, the whole rhythm a perfect fit, a tune that lifts the spirit to a state of trance. Many dance, but few dance with the soul and surrender of Anokha.” – Joana Lobo Anta, painter, illustrator, plastic artist and singer, PT.
Bands & Artists
“… Anokha has a compelling rhythm, and gives herself to music in an emotional and mature way.” – Hugo Claro, founder of the project Meduna and one of the founding members of the band Atma, he is also a solo artist, PT.
"A groundbreaking dancer who fuses different styles creating unique moments on stage and an amazing professional to work with. I love her!” Nelson Brett, mind reader, PT & U.K.
Festivals & Other Events
"When she dances, she takes you away from this troubled world, with the chosen music and dance moves. I was so honoured to have her as one of the guest dancers at Arabic Night. She has this aura around her that hypnotize you, and that’s unique not all the dancers have that. And believe me I have seen so many dancers in my time. Keep it up!” – Sarah Malik, belly dancer and organizer of the event “Arabic Night”, U.K.
“(…) At the launch and presentation of my book, two festivities honoring several arts, Anokha was one of the guests of whom I was very proud and had the honor to have her with me on stage, in a rare moment of beauty that delighted the senses of those who witnessed and integrated the beauty, the softness and sensitivity of the dance of Anokha.
I know you will take far this rare dance, Congratulations Anokha.” – Anabela Ferreira, writer, PT.
“(…) Your professionalism, skills and grace of your movements brought an added value to our event. Therefore, you will always be our first choice in future editions. Thank you Anokha for your availability to collaborate with us bringing your sympathy and that special brightness that you transmit to all that in these moments, have the opportunity to appreciate your work.” – the organization Arabic Fest, PT.
Dance Classes
"The classes I had with Anokha were very important for me. They awakened my potencial, and made me start to rescue my sacred feminine. Anokha is a great teacher, loving and always attentive to our queries and to movement. In addition, it is felt the pleasure she has with dance and that makes us feel motivated to travel with her. I am grateful!" – Sara Faria, PT.
"Discovering parts in me that I wasn’t aware was as good as meditation. At Anokha classes I calmed my mind, and re-learned to love myself and to see me as a stronger, and determined woman. It was a pleasure to learn the dance of life, and this fantastic dancer that gives everything for the joy of dancing" – Andreia Higgs, PT.
“To discover the body, to listen the internal rhythms and align them in harmony with oriental music. An individual path, shared by women with the same synchronous language." – Luísa Cavalleri, PT.
