October 30, 31 & November 1, 2026

Francisco Arriví Theater · San Juan, Puerto Rico

Workshops · Performances · Culture · Community

Bellydancers performing

About the Festival

The Puerto Rico Bellydance Fusion Fest 2026 is an international celebration of movement, culture, and connection. Over three days at the Francisco Arriví Theater, we bring together artists and enthusiasts from around the world.

Join us for live performances, workshops, cultural experiences, and unforgettable memories across the island of Borikén.

Workshops Shows Culture Community

Sobre Nosotros

Conoce a los productores y la compañía detrás del festival.

Foto de Karlos Khalil

Karlos Khalil - Festival Creator

Puerto Rican artist and producer with over 20 years of experience in bellydance. Trained in ballet and modern dance, Karlos blends movement, theater, and storytelling, and is also known for creating and producing original micro-theater works.

Hafla

Coming soon.

Details about the hafla, featured performers, and schedule will be announced soon.

Competition

Categories, rules, documents and registration.

“When you dance, you can afford to be yourself” – Paulo Coelho

There are no age, experience or gender limits. We only want you: giving the best of you to a local and international audience.

Registration

  • $25.00 for individuals
  • $50.00 for groups (2 people and up)

Categories

  • Classic Singles
  • Fusion Singles
  • Group (can be Classic or Fusion)

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

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Master Classes

Explore the workshops, instructors, descriptions and offers.

MASTER CLASS OFFERS

EARLY BIRD

If you sign up for all the workshops, you only pay $350.00.

Your purchase includes a ticket to the competition and a ticket to the gala.

OFFER VALID UNTIL APRIL 20, 2026

MASTER CLASS

If you sign up for all workshops, you only pay $310.00.

Your purchase does not include tickets.

SPECIAL VALID UNTIL APRIL 20, 2026

SATURDAY - DAY PASS

If you sign up for all Saturday workshops, you only pay $210.00.

Your purchase does not include tickets.

OFFER VALID UNTIL APRIL 20, 2026

“SATURDAY +” - DAY PASS

If you sign up for all Saturday workshops, you only pay $235.00.

Your purchase includes a ticket for the gala on Sunday.

OFFER VALID UNTIL APRIL 20, 2026

SUNDAY - DAY PASS

If you sign up for all Sunday workshops, you only pay $140.00.

Your purchase does not include tickets.

OFFER VALID UNTIL APRIL 20, 2026

“SUNDAY +” - DAY PASS

If you sign up for all Sunday workshops, you only pay $165.00.

Your purchase includes a ticket for the gala on Sunday.

OFFER VALID UNTIL APRIL 20, 2026

Karlos Khalil

KARLOS KHALIL

Under the Skin

(Bellydance Drama Fusion)

In this workshop you will learn how to improve your stage presence in dance. Through acting techniques and exercises, you will discover another side of interpretation—one filled with emotions and meaning that will keep your audience engaged. This workshop is designed so that every step and movement has a purpose that comes from the depth of your heart.

Bajo la piel Workshop includes:

  • Acting techniques and exercises directed toward dancers.
  • Basic body isolation technique.
  • Mindfulness exercises to connect with our emotions and develop interpretation.
  • Interpretive choreography using modern rhythms.
  • Certificate awarded by Estudio y Formación Actoral.

Now available.

Oscar Flores

OSCAR FLORES

Veil technique and oriental choreography

In this workshop we will explore the refined technique of silk, the ancient stories and secrets behind its use, its energy, and its representation in Far Eastern culture, while immersing ourselves in an oriental choreography full of nuances that we will learn to draw in the air.

Now available.

Fantasia al Andalus

“Al Andalus” is one of the rich historical periods that flourished in the south of what is now Spain. The blend of Arab-Moorish heritage in the Iberian Peninsula gave us a refined and complex musical style. Understanding its historical legacy and representing it choreographically with a renewed spirit, flamenco echoes and oriental influences takes us on a musical and sensory journey.

Now available.

Angel Bellydance

ANGEL BELLYDANCE

Modern choreography “Arabic Pop”

This Arabic pop bellydance choreography will help you connect with the lively and energetic rhythms of modern Arabic music. Angel will guide you through a fun and dynamic Bellydance choreography that combines solid technique with a playful and daring personality. This class highlights the contemporary Arabic pop style while staying rooted in bellydance, making it an exciting and accessible experience that fits perfectly for all audiences.

Now available.

Technique for “drum solo”

You do not need a choreography class to learn strong drum solo technique. This masterclass is focused on technique and designed to elevate your bellydance drum solos. We will explore how different isolations fit different sounds in the music—from dums & teks, rolls, accents and layered rhythms—so your movement choices feel musical, intentional and confident rather than random. We will work with small and intricate muscular movements, as well as large, explosive and dynamic actions, and how to transition smoothly between them. I will also share some of the unwritten rules of performing a drum solo and the details that separate a good performance from a truly captivating one.

Now available.

Gala

Coming soon.

Gala details and ticketing information will be available soon.

Tickets (coming soon)

Itinerary

Event times and locations.

Friday, October 30, 2026

  • Competition — 8:30pm — Francisco Arriví Theater

Saturday, October 31, 2026

  • "Fantasia al Andalus" — Master Class by Oscar Flores — 10am–12pm — CBA Santurce
  • "Technique for Drum Solo" — Master Class by Angel Bellydance — 1pm–3pm — CBA Santurce
  • "Under the Skin" — Master Class by Karlos Khalil — 4pm–6pm — CBA Santurce
  • Hafla — 8:30pm — (TBA)

Sunday, November 1, 2026

  • "Veil Technique and Oriental Choreography" — Master Class by Oscar Flores — 12pm–2pm — CBA Santurce
  • "Modern Choreography 'Arabic Pop'" — Master Class by Angel Bellydance — 2pm–4pm — CBA Santurce
  • Gala — 6:30pm — Francisco Arriví Theater

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