The Nightshades

Belladonna and Kalistra of the Nightshades: The Nightshades are a Bohemian Belly Dance company directed by Belladonna. They have a deep passion for sword dancing and are lovers of structured group improvisation. Each are professional dancers and teachers on their own but things get magical when they come together. Oona, Cherrá & Kalistra Kalistra is an award winning fusion dancer from Maryland. She is known for her spellbinding story telling and her seriously sassy blade work. Kalistra teaches and performs with Belladonna and Bohemien Belly Dance and The Stygian Collective as well as her own solo projects. Belladonna is a modern fusion belly dance instructor, performer and show producer from Washington DC. Best known for her cutting edge blade certification program and theatrical performances. She is the founder and director of Bohemian Belly Dance and one half of the production team for Raven's Night. Inspired by the power and healing dance can evoke. She believes that self-expression is essential for one's wellbeing, and hopes her performances inspire others to find a passion they want to pursue. www.BohemianBellyDance.com