Dora Oliveira has performed and taught Afro-Brazilian dance for over 25 years. Her career as a professional dancer began in 1976 when she joined renowned Brazilian folkloric dance troupe, Exaltao Bahia. Dora teaches a repertoire that ranges from Afro-Brazilian dance forms through jazz, ballet, and modern dance. After obtaining a professional dance degree from the prestigious Federal University of Brazil, Dora has toured the world as the principal dancer with Olodum the world famous samba bloco. She was also featured on the opening credits and Brazilian dance episode of the PBS "Dancing" series. Currently, she continues to tour as lead dancer with Ocheami and Show Brazil. See also Dance of the Orixas