The Stratford Senior Citizens Hall came alive on Thursday afternoon with the mesmerising moves of belly dancer Raizel of the dance troupe 5th Element.
Raizel enchanted the audience with her performance of traditional belly and other oriental dancing. Raizel says she has loved dancing since a young age, and began oriental dancing at only eight years old.
"I have always loved to perform and be a part of shows."
Since moving to Taranaki in 2008 Raizel has established dance troupe 5th element, which hosts belly dancing classes.
"Belly dancing is great for building confidence, embracing your feminity, learning better posture and also a whole lot of fun."
