Samovar Dance Theatre in Louisville KY
Ruric-Amari, Director

The Samovar Dance Theatre (aka Troupe Samovar) was formed by Ruric-Amari in March 2005 to give students a performance outlet. Samovar has evolved into a high-energy performance group bringing authentic and experimental belly dance to concerts and festivals in Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio.

Company members rehearse twice a week and participate in Studio's classes and workshops as well. Company training is also supplemented with seminars and classes on topics such as Greek dancing, American Tribal style belly dance, and flamenco arms and turns, taught by outside artists and by experienced troupe members. This focus on authentic dance technique and constant practice has molded Samovar into a company whose performances entertain, move and delight. The goal is: the best dancers and the best shows.

Samovar has performed at benefit galas, parties, restaurants, haflas, store openings, conventions, concerts and festivals. Each performance is tailored by our Director to customer requirements: number of dancers, type of music, type of props, etc. If you are interested in booking Samovar for your event, please contact Ruric-Amari to discuss requirements and costs.

"We never had the audience react in such a manner as they did with your group's performance... you have been one of the BEST groups we have ever had."

Performance Videos

The Pooka Dance.   Three mischievous spirits (Ruric, Anna and Theresa) perform one X-Med X-perimental choreography.

Samovar and the dance of the Eleven Veils. Eleven Samovarians on stage in a unique choreography of contrast and counterpoint... To say nothing of the eleven veils!

Samovar Raks like Eqyptians do. Four members of Samovar finally get to wear beads onstage!

Watch at your own risk. Ruric-Amari & Anna of Samovar perform a genuinely unauthentic gypsy skirt dance.

Not your Average Drum Solo. Theresa, Anna, Annie and Maddie on stage.

Passions: Ruric, Anna, Theresa and Maddie on stage.