Ep 312. Acia Legras: Growing Up in an Artistic Family
Acia Legras comes from a family deeply rooted in the arts, having started her artistic career at a young age with the Folkloric Troupe of Réunion, which was directed by her family. This involvement allowed her to learn traditional dances like Séga and Maloya, as well as gain experience in various musical instruments native to her island. Her family's influence played a crucial role in shaping her passion for dance, particularly when she was introduced to authentic Egyptian folklore at just seven years old, sparking her lifelong dedication to belly dancing.
In this episode you will learn about:
Childhood years in artistic family
Touring and rehearsing shows vs attending regular school
Finding passion with Egyptian dance
Teaching postpartum dance classes
Sharing her passion to dance with her own daughter and students.
Show Notes to this episode:
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