Do you know that Persians used to produce very fine wine? No wonders it became a poetic metaphor for love and union. In this workshop we will dance to a fast-paced but easy choreography to a classical Chaharmezrab, inspired by the theme of wine and cup-bearers.

Shab-e Yalda is the longest night of the year which corresponds to the Winter Solstice. It is a very important occasion for Iranians to gather and celebrate together. We will learn about this very important festival, about its origins and traditions, and then we will learn a heart-warming choreography for the cold season.

From the streets of Tehran, a fun and popular dance which fuses together humor and what Iranians call "gher" (a very distinctive movement of the hips). This dance was done primarily by men, but since the '70s a lot of women performed it (sometimes dressed up us men), following the steps of famous cabaret dancers of that time, such as Jamileh. So bring a small scarf and/or a fedora hat and let your gher go wild!

We will learn a lively and fun choreography to a traditional song from the region of Gilan. Gilaki dance is one of the many folk dances of Northern Iran famous for its hips movements and the mimicking of movements done by workers in the rice fields. 

If you are in Vienna, don't miss this workshop entirely dedicated to the art of Classical Persian Dance. This flowing and elegant dance is inspired by Persian miniatures, art, poetry and architecture. In the first part we will explore together the basic steps, body lines, arm and hand movements, and basic combinations. In the second part we will put all these together in a small choreography inspired by the energies of Norouz, the Persian New Year and Spring Festival.

All levels are welcome!

Bring comfortable clothes, either pants or skirt and...

Let's Dance!

Bia beraghsim!

For info and registration: azarshin@azarshinpersiandance.com

Cost: €60