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Updated 2/8/2023

Shatoyia Jones

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    MA

Institution/Business Type: Artist / Creative (Individual)

"As I reflect on the legacy I desire to leave behind, I expect that once my time here on this planet has expired, I will have led with my own example and served in a manner to further opportunity access on a purely “skill and will” basis for generations to come by having: 1/significantly pushed forward the conversations & community-based solutions on equity and economic development for minority and women talent and professionals... 2/applied my gift in communications, creative problem solving / strategic development..and performing arts to create sustainable solutions for engagement and revenue growth for organizations I believe in... and 3/ left the world a better place by educating, empowering and esteeming the backbone of society: women." -- Shatoyia Jones

Hey, ya'll! I am Shatoyia Jones, Louisiana native to Springfield, MA resident, Ms. Massachusetts 2019 AWOS, international award-winning women's advocate, author, hostess & performance artist. I would love to an opportunity to bring the experience of Raqs Sharqi / belly dance to communities around the globe.

Why Me? 

Most live entertainers provide a generic, predictable experience, but I am known to leave guests with a truly uniquely memorable experience. My performance is more than just entertainment; it is a joyful celebration of feminine life energy, and an invitation to join in.

  • I provide a mysterious, mesmerizing beauty and entertainment experience.
  • I bring a balance of mystical beauty, elegance and spice to any event, being sophisticated yet sensual and often performing in stunning costumes.
  • I provide elegant & family - friendly entertainment for everyone in attendance. 
  • I bring bring instant excitement & cultural richness.

With a performance bringing beauty, movement, dance and music to your event, you are rest assured to associate your business / organization with an unforgettable experience that leaves your guests desiring to visit again for more, while establishing your community as a must-stop destination for top-tier entertainment, amongst other services you provide.

Health benefits: Tone muscle / Improve posture / relieve back and joint pains / lose weight / aid in preparation for childbirth / relaxing form of meditation and physical movement / low impact workout for all ages / relieve menstrual pain & PMS...and so much more!

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Shatoyia Jones (She / Her)
Job Title: Raqs Sharqi Performance Artist - Belly Dancer - Public Speaker - Writer - Hostess - Women's Advocate
Phone: 4132910691
Address:
Springfield, MA 01103

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About

Overview

Institution/Business Type:

Artist / Creative (Individual)

Legal Status:

Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship

Year Founded:

2012

Overview

Institution/Business Type:

Artist / Creative (Individual)

Legal Status:

Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship

Year Founded:

2012

Disciplines

Primary Discipline:

Dance - Ethnic

Additional Disciplines:

  • Multi-Disciplinary

Communities

Populations Engaged:

  • Adults
  • Houseless/Housing Insecure Individuals
  • Businesses
  • Elders
  • Families
  • General Public
  • Incarcerated (or Formerly Incarcerated) individuals
  • Immigrant Populations
  • Teens
  • Nonprofits
  • People with Disabilities
  • School Groups
  • LGBTQ Populations
  • Veteran/Active Duty Military Personnel
  • Youth-At-Risk
  • Native American Tribes

Languages Available:

  • English
  • Spanish

Geographic Reach:

  • Multi-County Region
  • Multi-State Region
  • National
  • International

Accessibility of Services

Accessibility of Services:

  • Access accommodations for people who use a wheelchair and have limited mobility
  • Accessible website and/or multimedia for people with sensory disabilities
  • Access accommodations for people who are Deaf and hard-of-hearing

Media Gallery

I Have Worked With

Affiliations and Accomplishments

Professional Associations

Professional Associations:

  • Founder, Valeur D'une Femme: Value of a Woman
  • Member, Professional Artist & Instructor, Make-It-Springfield
  • Member, Black Economic Council Massachusetts
  • Founder, First Generation Wealth Builders Association
  • Board Member, WHOW Organization, Women Helping Women
  • Co-Chair: Organizational Strategic Development & Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, SCORE WMass
  • Professional Artist: Artist Cafe
  • Professional Artist: Arts Hub of Amherst MA
  • Creative Director: Kingdom Woman

Professional Associations

Professional Associations:

  • Founder, Valeur D'une Femme: Value of a Woman
  • Member, Professional Artist & Instructor, Make-It-Springfield
  • Member, Black Economic Council Massachusetts
  • Founder, First Generation Wealth Builders Association
  • Board Member, WHOW Organization, Women Helping Women
  • Co-Chair: Organizational Strategic Development & Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, SCORE WMass
  • Professional Artist: Artist Cafe
  • Professional Artist: Arts Hub of Amherst MA
  • Creative Director: Kingdom Woman

Awards

Awards:

  • Ms. Massachusetts 2019 AWOS
  • Miss Black America Massachusetts 2018
  • Digital Undivided Award Recipient: Doonie Fund
  • Mentor Spotlight: Women Who Create
  • National Ambassador: Afri(k)que, Limited
  • Holyoke Media and Podcamp Western Mass Volunteer Grant Recipient
  • Top 20 Aussie Business Plan Competition
  • Oradora Invitada - JovenGo
  • Volunteer of the Year 2019: American Woman of Service
  • Teacher, Educator: HSSP MIT Virtual Summer Program
  • Next Gen HQ Spotlight Entrepreneur
  • Girl Behind the Look Guest Speaker: Body Positivity and Confidence
  • 100 WOC 2021
  • SHATOYIA JONES DAY

Education

Education:

  • B.A., Amherst College
  • International Peer Support Training

Special Designations

Designated Arts Community:

  • Massachusetts Cultural District Member - Amherst Center Cultural District
  • Connecticut Service Region Member - Cultural Coalition – Southeastern CT Service Region
  • Connecticut Service Region Member - Greater Hartford Arts Council Service Region
  • Massachusetts Cultural District Member - Greater Springfield
  • Massachusetts Cultural District Member - Springfield Central Cultural District

Artist Info

Teaching Artist

Teaching Settings:

  • Afterschool Program
  • Arts and Cultural Center / Venue
  • Community Site / Center
  • Corporate Business
  • Healthcare Facility
  • Private Studio
  • School / University

Ages Served:

  • Middle School-age
  • High School-age
  • College-age
  • Adults
  • Seniors
  • Elementary School-age

Subject Areas:

  • Dance
  • Arts Integration - English Language / Literacy
  • Arts Integration - Communications
  • Arts Integration - English as a Second Language
  • Arts Integration - Foreign Languages
  • Arts Integration - Health
  • Arts Integration - Science / Technology / Engineering
  • Arts Integration - Physical Education
  • Media
  • Music
  • Theater
  • Visual/Crafts

Certifications and Training:

  • International Peer Support (Mental Health), United States
  • Comparative Performance Arts & Communications, Amherst College, United States
  • Performance Mentor: U.S. Performing Arts Camp, United States
  • Instructor & Choreographer: Beyond El Campo, Costa Rica
  • Instructor & Choreographer: Amherst Dance
  • Performance Artist & National Ambassador: Afrikque

Fee range:

Varies. Starts at $250/hour or $2500/masterclass / workshop.

Teaching Artist

Teaching Settings:

  • Afterschool Program
  • Arts and Cultural Center / Venue
  • Community Site / Center
  • Corporate Business
  • Healthcare Facility
  • Private Studio
  • School / University

Ages Served:

  • Middle School-age
  • High School-age
  • College-age
  • Adults
  • Seniors
  • Elementary School-age

Subject Areas:

  • Dance
  • Arts Integration - English Language / Literacy
  • Arts Integration - Communications
  • Arts Integration - English as a Second Language
  • Arts Integration - Foreign Languages
  • Arts Integration - Health
  • Arts Integration - Science / Technology / Engineering
  • Arts Integration - Physical Education
  • Media
  • Music
  • Theater
  • Visual/Crafts

Certifications and Training:

  • International Peer Support (Mental Health), United States
  • Comparative Performance Arts & Communications, Amherst College, United States
  • Performance Mentor: U.S. Performing Arts Camp, United States
  • Instructor & Choreographer: Beyond El Campo, Costa Rica
  • Instructor & Choreographer: Amherst Dance
  • Performance Artist & National Ambassador: Afrikque

Fee range:

Varies. Starts at $250/hour or $2500/masterclass / workshop.

Touring Artist

Technical Requirements:

  • Lighting and Sound Engineering
  • Live Drum Solo accomodations

Fee Range:

Varies on services asked and time. Starts at $5,000 - $10,OOO.

State of Residence:

Massachusetts

Minimum Number of Performers:

1

Maximum Number of Performers:

3

Venues for Rent/Use

Shops at the Marketplace
Venue Address: 1365 Main Street Springfield, MA 01103
Venue Phone: 4132910921
Venue Type: Art Studio
Venue Fee Range Minimum: $100
Venue Fee Range Maximum: $500
Venue Capacity: 40
Venue Accessibility: Accessible website and/or multimedia for people with sensory disabilities. Facility is physically accessible (such as parking, entrances, accessible restrooms, seating, backstage).
Venue Seasons: Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Venue Features: Air Ventilation System, Climate Control, Dance Floor, Dressing Room(s), Exhibition Walls, Fly Space, Green Room, Livestream Capability, Movie Screen / Projection Capabilities, Recording Equipment, Restaurant / Catering, Security, Sound System, WiFi
Trained Crew Available: Yes
Union Crew Available: No
Additional Comments: Please reach out for additional questions or comments.