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"Belly: A Journey Through Time and Cultures" Step back in time to June 1922, on the picturesque beaches of Perranporth, Perranzabuloe, Cornwall. Surfers ride the waves with exhilaration as the sun casts a golden glow upon their bronzed bodies. In another corner of the world, an Arab girl gracefully dances under a starlit sky, her movements echoing centuries-old traditions. Meanwhile, in Algeria, a Moorish belly dancer captivates audiences with her mesmerizing performance that embodies both sensuality and grace. Transporting ourselves further into history, we find ourselves amidst the vibrant canals of Venice in the 1920s. An antipope roams these enchanting streets; his presence shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Nature's beauty also takes center stage as a red squirrel delicately balances on a branch – its agile movements mirroring those of dancers from distant lands. The written word finds its place too as Anthony Trollope's timeless tales capture our imagination and transport us to worlds unknown. Returning to North Africa once more, we encounter Moroccan dancers who recline effortlessly while captivating spectators with their rhythmic motions. In Egypt, an Egyptian belly dancer enchants all who witness her artistry – her body moving like liquid fire beneath flowing veils. Finally, we meet a woman from the Algerian Berber Ouled Nails Tribe whose strength is embodied not only by her dancing but also by her resilience against adversity. And lastly but most beautifully - motherhood unfolds before our eyes as we witness the radiant glow of a pregnant woman embracing new life within her growing belly. Through these diverse glimpses into different times and cultures across continents far apart from one another emerges an appreciation for humanity's shared fascination with movement and expression – be it through dance or nature itself.