Rachel Brice is an internationally renowned dancer, teacher, and choreographer recognized as one of the key figures in the evolution of tribal fusion belly dance. A former member of the Bellydance Superstars and artistic director of The Indigo Belly Dance Company, she blends decades of experience in American cabaret, FatChanceBellyDance Style, and world dance traditions with her own distinctive artistry. Based in Portland, Oregon, she founded Studio Datura, created the 8 Elements of Belly Dance training, and continues to share her work worldwide through Datura Online and international tours. In this episode you will learn about: - Rachel’s first spark for belly dance and the role of goth culture and live music in eventually shaping her unique dance style. - The downside of early success: why it can make you afraid to risk and try new ideas. - Behind-the-scenes lessons from her Bellydance Superstars experience on leadership, rehearsal discipline, and handling pressure on tour. - Why she believes “do what you love and you’ll never work a day” is a myth — and what actually happens instead. - Rachel’s plan to partially retire in 2029 so she can return to more play, creativity, and collaboration. Show Notes to this episode: Find Rachel Brice on Instagram , and website ; Datura Online: website , Instagram and YouTube . Visit StackableDrills.com to sign up or try one of their free drill practices. Details and training materials for the BDE castings are available at www.JoinBDE.com Follow Iana o n Instagram , FB , and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club . Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE . Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast
