About The Event
Nrityakosh presents an evening of dance in two distinct parts - a theatrical tribute to Oum Kulthum, one of the greatest voices of the Arab world, followed by a vibrant showcase of Egyptian dance, belly dance featuring the Nrityakosh dancers and students.
PART I - 6:00 PM
TO BURN TO BLOOM: AN ODE TO OUM KULTHUM
Eight dancers and one actor take you into the world of Oum Kulthum, the legendary Egyptian singer whose voice became synonymous with Arabic classical music and who remains one of the most influential cultural figures of the Arab world.
Set against the vibrant cultural landscape of late 1930s and 1940s Cairo, To Burn to Bloom brings together some of Oum Kulthum's most iconic songs with dance and theatre to explore the life and legacy of a woman whose music became a shared experience for an entire nation.
As her Thursday night concerts and radio broadcasts grew into a cultural ritual, Oum Kulthum's voice travelled far beyond the concert hall into cafes, homes and streets across Egypt. Through her music, millions found a sense of connection during moments of immense social and political change.
The performance invites you into the Cairo of Oum Kulthum's rise, the extraordinary power of her music, and the woman behind the voice that captivated generations.
PART II - 7:30 PM
SELECTED WORKS - EGYPTIAN DANCE, BELLY DANCE
The evening continues with a vibrant selection of Egyptian dance and belly dance works performed by the dancers and students of Nrityakosh.
Moving through different moods, rhythms and styles, these works celebrate the rich vocabulary of Egyptian dance while exploring contemporary interpretations of the form.
Together, the two parts offer two different ways of experiencing Egyptian culture - through the life and music of an iconic artist, and through the movement, rhythm and evolving language of Egyptian dance.
Two shows. Two journeys. One evening of Egyptian and Arabic music, dance and storytelling.
