The Legends of Belly Dance 1947-1976

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The Legends of Belly Dance 1947-1976

2004

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A collection of 16 classic performances by the most prominent Egyptian belly dancers of the 20th century. The selections are from appearances in movies and other shows over a 30 year period.

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8 featured cast members

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Samia Gamal

herself

Nabaweya Fahmy

herself

Nagwa Fouad

Fifi Abdou

Soheir Zaky

herself

Zeinat Elwy

herself

Tahiya Cariocca

herself

Saneya Shawky

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