Festival of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean Dance

17th to the 19th April 2009

Sirocco celebrates the meeting of East and West via the inspiration of dance and music, We explore the creative boundaries of tradition and offer a platform for cultural fusion.

Feed the senses with a weekend of workshops, seminars, performances and parties. Treat your body to a massage and henna painting, uncover your hidden gifts and ignite the magic spark of inspiration.



 

Our international artists for 2009 include:

  • Beatrice Grognard
  • Raksan
  • Venus Saleh
  • The Uzumé
  • Lucia Zahara
  • Karine Butchart
  • Wendy Buonaventura
  • Hazel Kayes
  • Caroline Afifi
  • Eva Warman

For more information about them, see the Artists page.

 


I thoroughly recommend this festival to anyone who is interested in looking beyond the boundaries of traditional dance styles and trying something new. My only regret was that there were not enough hours in the day to do everything I would have liked to do. Friendly, relaxed and stimulating, Sirocco offers the perfect opportunity to explore our creative energy and the spirit of dance within.

Review by Yvette Cowles (Mosaic Magazine)

 

 

 


photo of Raksan by Christian Meiners

 

Sirocco takes place in Frome, UK. Come early and enjoy the cafes, craft shops and galleries in this charming Somerset town.

For all questions, enquiries and bookings please email or telephone (+44) 0117 927 3099 or email: info@siroccofestival.org.uk
Sirocco Arts,  P. O. Box 1071, Bristol BS99 1HE.

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