Fusion Gitana was created in 2011 by international instructor, performer and choreographer ZiZi Zabaneh, a professional dancer with over 19 years of experience. The company specializes in Flamenco, Latin and Belly Dance Fusion. It’s goal is to enrich, educate and entertain by providing authentic quality and superior training and performances. Fusion Gitana is also dedicated to hosting workshops by professional dancers from all over the world to expand knowledge and create more cultural awareness.

 

ZiZi started dancing at the age of 15 when she enrolled in Salsa classes at Miami Dade College.  At the age of 16 she became part of Grupo Arara, a professional Latin Cuban Dance Company and so her passion for dance began.  Shortly after she started taking Flamenco classes for the purpose of improving posture and to build a stronger foundation of technique.  She then became principal dancer of Gypsy Fire.  At the age of 18 she started searching for her roots and by doing so, she fell in love with Middle Eastern dance as she is part Lebanese.  She began taking classes and studying with the masters like Dina, Randa Kamel, Raqia Hassan and many more.  It wasn't until she turned 19, when she first heard Alabina when she absolutely fell in love with the mixture of both Flamenco and Middle Eastern music.  This is how her love for Fusion was born and how she came to be know as South Florida's Flamenco Fusion Master. 

 

ZiZi has provided entertainment for celebrities including Tom Arnold, Elizabeth Shue, Chris Evert, Alonzo Mourning, Dwyane Wade, Alan Thicke and many more.

Her international performances and workshops include Colombia, Mexico, Italy, Dubai, Puerto Rico & the United States.

 

Currently, ZiZi teaches at Creativo Dance Studio and at DAF studio.  She teaches workshop nationally and internationally.  She is also producing shows and bringing professional dancers from all over the world to teach workshops in Miami. 

 

Precision, strength and stamina characterize her dance style and makes her a favorite amongst audiences of all ages.

 

She is available for worshops, classes and shows.  For events outside of Miami, Florida (national or international), We can fax or email you a customized Performance & Entertainment Agreement.