Sabriye will be coming to Portland Oregon to teach two choreography workshops focusing on regional stylizations.

Saturday, October 7th
1-4pm

Mozza Masriya- ”Mozza Masriya” is an Iraqi and Egyptian medley of a pop song sung by Amina and Mohammed al Salim.  Just like the song combines Iraqi and Egyptian music styles the choreography combines Iraqi with Egyptian moves.  A fun and playful dance that can be done either as a group or solo.  

Sunday, October 8th
1-4pm

Saidi with Tahtib- This saucy Saidi choreography is with a Tahtib (thick stick rather than cane) usually used by men. The masculine wielding of the Tahtib is countered with feminine and earthy moves. During the class Sabriye will also go into some of the background of the Saidi genre as well as share and draw from her experiences on stage in Egypt.  The choreography is intended as a group dance of an even number of dancers but can easily be adapted as a solo.  The song is Ammouna Fi al Said by Amani and Bassam Yazbek. 

Location: Vitalidad Movement Arts Center* https://www.vmacpdx.com/
*PLEASE NOTE: The Studio is in the process of moving, updates will be given on which address the workshop will be held at, closer to the date of the event.