09/15/2025
Congratulations to Jessica Lynne Small on the success of her theatrical belly dance show, Arcana, on Saturday! A lot of Tribal Bellies members came out to enjoy it, and our own All-Father got to perform, along with many other friends of the studio. It was such a talented and creative lineup!
I want to take a moment to thank each and every movement artist for the magic they brought to the stage last night. Arcana was a true success, and it was only possible because of their talent, dedication, and passion.
They created an unforgettable experience for the audience. The hard work they put into rehearsals, their costuming, their musicality… I couldn’t be prouder of what we created together. They all fully understood the assignment and embodied what Arcana is all about: fusion, storytelling, and connection.
Thank you again to the performers for their artistry, collaboration, and for being part of this journey. I’m so grateful to work alongside such a talented and passionate group of humans.
A special thanks to my husband for running all the music and dealing with my anxiety; to Kat for flying in for the show from Michigan. My friends who traveled from other states to sit in our seats for a little while. My family who came through. Pete for stepping in as our emcee and absolutely killing it. The Williams Center for believing in my vision and housing us.
More to say, but my brain is still mush.
Until 2026.
xoxo Jessi
