Jalilah, born Lorraine Zamora Chamas, is a distinguished Raks Sharki (Oriental dance) performer and producer renowned for her deep immersion in Middle Eastern and North African dance traditions. Of German and Mexican descent, she has traveled extensively to study various dance styles, notably the Ghawazee of Upper Egypt. Jalilah has performed globally, including collaborations with The Musicians of the Nile and Sharkiat. She has produced the acclaimed "Jalilah’s Raks Sharki" music series, featuring traditional and contemporary compositions tailored for dance. Currently based in Ottawa, Canada, she continues to teach and promote the art of Raks Sharki. ([gildedserpent.com](https://www.gildedserpent.com/aboutuspages/jalilahzamora.htm?utm_source=openai))