MY AWESOME BELLY! …And Other Parts

Hurrah for the belly! Acclaimed belly dance performance artist Z-Helene took to the stage at The VORTEX November 14-16, 2024 with her powerful and playful one-woman show, “MY AWESOME BELLY! …And Other Parts.” In celebration of our fabulous bellies, she blends belly dance with theater, percussion, comedy, burlesque, and song— talents she has honed over a remarkable 69 years.

But what about the “other parts?” In addition to her belly, Z-Helene explores different aspects of herself. Part exhilarating performance, part candid memoir, she delves into themes of physicality, sexuality, self-acceptance, and the complexities of identity.

With a mix of risqué humor and genuine vulnerability, “MY AWESOME BELLY! …And Other Parts” invites audiences to open their minds and expand their hearts. Enjoy this hybrid performance video taken from all three nights.