Biography

This international performer often referred to as the "Diva" of Middle Eastern Dance has been performing and charming audiences since she was a little girl.

Born in Sofia, Bulgaria, Iva attended classic ballet school for 12 years starting from the age of four. While traveling through the United Arab Emirates, Iva fell in love with the art of bellydancing. She has been performing for the past 10 years and has made her home here in Central Florida.

  • WDuring this time, Iva has appeared not only in several local tv commericals but has also performed for the daughter of the princess of Saudi Arabia. At a local function she had the honor of performing along side the famous " ".

  • She has also competed in an MTV talent show where she placed first and later made another televised appearance on a talk show for Telemundo. She performed and was interviewed by the talk show hosts.

  • Throughout her career she has appeared at many international festivals and special events. Her most recent was at the Grand Hilton Walt Disney Resort. She had the pleasure of performing with the famous Egyptian singer and musician Majdi Al Houseini. She has also worked with local musicians Mostafa Chebani and master drummer and their band.
  • Iva is known for her strong stage presence, grace and playful attitude. She entertains audiences with a warm humor and incredible ability to reach and connect with her powerful and dynamic personality. Her soulful and expressive dance style inspires and captures everyone. Her natural ability to entertain shines on stage through every performance. She follows her passion to dance and lets her heart follow the music. It is through this passion she creates real magic.

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