About Us

Boise Raks is a joyful, interactive celebration of dance, music, and community—presented by Starbelly School of Dance and featuring the Starbelly Dancers. Each event includes a professional performance, an accessible mini dance class, and a community dance party designed to welcome all ages and abilities.

Friday, April 11 | 2:15–3:15 PM
Dick Eardley Senior Center (Dining Room)
690 Robbins Rd, Boise, ID 83702
This 1-hour event features a dynamic dance performance, a gentle mini-class with basic steps taught from a seated position, and a joyful community dance party.
Please RSVP by calling 208-608-7580.

Saturday, May 16 | 2:00–3:00 PM
West YMCA
3780 S Findley Ave, Boise, ID 83705
This high-energy, interactive performance blends traditional Middle Eastern dance with popular modern music, followed by a fun, welcoming mini-class and group dance party.

Library Events – Summer 2026
Dates, times, and locations TBA
Our library performances are especially family-friendly and playful, featuring interactive dances designed to spark imagination, movement, and joy for younger audiences—while still delighting all ages.

Boise Raks showcases traditional Middle Eastern dance styles—including Egyptian Raks Sharqi and folkloric forms—mixed with familiar and contemporary music. Performers wear traditional folkloric costuming that is conservative, culturally respectful, and appropriate for all audiences.

Thanks to the generous support of the Boise City Department of Arts & History and Starbelly School of Dance, all Boise Raks events are free and open to the community.

Join us for a day of dance, music, and connection!