About
Masha is a life long dancer and second-generation visual artist, originally from Ukraine; raised in California.
Until 2020, Masha lived and performed in Morocco, North Africa, dancing as a solo artist at exclusive venues in Marrakech.
Prior to Morocco, Masha lived and performed in Istanbul, Turkey for nearly three years, dancing regularly on boat tours and at some of the most popular venues for Oryantal dance, most notably her home stage of “Sultana’s 1001 Nights.”
Masha’s chapter in Turkey began in 2014, performing as a soloist in daily "Turkish Night" touristic stage productions along Turkey's Mediterranean coastline.
Previously she was based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California
Years of Ballet, Flamenco, Persian, Central Asian, and of course Raqs Sharqi dance studies all left an imprint on Masha's personal dance style, earning her multiple awards in U.S.A. belly dance competitions including:
" Belly Dancer of the Universe " (Los Angeles, 2014)
" Ultimate Belly Dance Artist " ( Las Vegas, 2013) &
" Champion of Taksim " ( Los Angeles, 2012)
Masha is presently relocating to Los Angeles, CA.
To hire Masha for special events or dance lessons, visit the Booking or Lessons page!
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Until 2020, Masha lived and performed in Morocco, North Africa, dancing as a solo artist at exclusive venues in Marrakech.
Prior to Morocco, Masha lived and performed in Istanbul, Turkey for nearly three years, dancing regularly on boat tours and at some of the most popular venues for Oryantal dance, most notably her home stage of “Sultana’s 1001 Nights.”
Masha’s chapter in Turkey began in 2014, performing as a soloist in daily "Turkish Night" touristic stage productions along Turkey's Mediterranean coastline.
Previously she was based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California
Years of Ballet, Flamenco, Persian, Central Asian, and of course Raqs Sharqi dance studies all left an imprint on Masha's personal dance style, earning her multiple awards in U.S.A. belly dance competitions including:
" Belly Dancer of the Universe " (Los Angeles, 2014)
" Ultimate Belly Dance Artist " ( Las Vegas, 2013) &
" Champion of Taksim " ( Los Angeles, 2012)
Masha is presently relocating to Los Angeles, CA.
To hire Masha for special events or dance lessons, visit the Booking or Lessons page!
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Photo: Michael Baxter ◇ Costume: Lana Couture
