This event is free and requires an RSVP. Tickets will be released two weeks prior to the event at the OXY ARTS website.
Join us for a dance workshop by artist and educator Esraa Warda. This workshop will explore the movement of Raï, the popular, grass-roots music of West Algeria associated with social protest. Raï music is rebel blues – it challenges the religious, the colonial, the social, and the acceptable status quo and therefore has been historically disenfranchised by colonialists and local Algerian nation-state. Despite its marginalization, it has been a symbol of soulfulness, freedom, and groove. Participants will learn Raï “groove” through rhythmic and fundamental footwork. The workshop is open to people of all experience levels.
After the workshop, join us for a Raï dance performance at 6 pm by Esraa Warda and percussionist Fella Oudane. No RSVP required.
