Want to hire performers?
We have several Guild members who are available for hire. Please send an email to theguildofmiddleeasterndance@gmail.com with your inquiry and event details and timing.
Please note the minimum Wage Guidelines below. Also, performers may need to charge more due to travel time, last minute requests or level of experience desired.
When hiring dancers please keep the following minimum wages and guidelines in mind
- Private gigs: $175.00
- Weddings: $225.00
New Restaurant wage guidelines, effective October 1, 2022. The following minimum wage guidelines were reviewed and approved by Guild members in May 2022 and are effective October 1, 2022. Wage minimums have been increased to keep up with inflation.
Restaurant minimums (effective Oct. 1, 2022)
- $90 for one show
- $110 for two shows
- $130 for three shows
Average show length for one performer is 20-30 minutes.
Dancers are required to wait a maximum of 30 minutes after their scheduled performance time to dance again or be done for the night.
Cancellation: If a performer arrives at the restaurant and the show is canceled:
- $50 + meal for no-dance fee
Holidays and rates
- Double pay: New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
- Time and a half: Easter, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Fourth of July
These holiday rates apply to solo shows; group shows may have an additional cost.
Please send any questions to us, see contact us.