future of the orient

IMG_5162, originally uploaded by MisfitHue.

i see a lot of "different" styles of dance, and what i refer to as performance art that is birthed from middle eastern dance.

at the show that i shot earlier in december, this guy came out on stage and did something with a crystal ball. he rolled it all over and managed to keep it spinning, then he added fire. not dancing, but graceful as all get out and in a crazy, unexpected way, it impressed me. you can click the photo for more pics.

there are many levels of talent and performance... i try to keep an open mind. :)