For those of you who may be unfamiliar with this practice here are some tips on how to tip a belly dancer.
Tipping a Belly Dancer: Tipping a belly dancer is an acceptable and traditional practice. Also, it’s an opportunity for the audience to show appreciation for the dancer. Like any other job in the service industry, a portion of a belly dancer’s income comes from tips. If you feel uncomfortable about it, think of it as a cultural experience. Properly tipping a dancer is not sleazy but a cultural norm that may be different from what you’ve ever experienced.
Generally, you tip the belly dancer during the final section of the dancer’s musical set, just after the drum solo. In most cases, the dancer will dance around the room or tables to interact with the guests during this “final” part of the set.
Fold a bill or two in half lengthwise and tuck it into the back or side of the dancer’s hip belt, the back of the bra strap, or the arm band or glove. Never tuck money into the front, middle of her costume. (Folding the bill the “long-way” will make it easier for you to tuck in securely, so it doesn’t fall out.) It’s okay to use both hands!
If a tip falls out of the dancer’s costume, you may pick it up and tuck it back in or hand it to the dancer at the end of the show. It’s seen as a polite gesture for an audience member to go around and collect all the money that has fallen out.
A guest may present the belly dancer with a traditional “money necklace,” bills connected together, or a “money shower,” bills thrown over the dancer’s head, which are collected and given to the dancer after the show.
Men and women can tip the dancer as it’s not seen as a sexual thing but as a sign of appreciation.
Don’t hold the money in your mouth, as you’ll end up feeling foolish as it will remain there!
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