CALL FOR AUDITION!
Join the Global Dance Project – DROM
Are you a passionate dancer in The Hague? Do you want to be part of a stunning performance that brings together cultures through movement?
We are looking for Global Dancers to join DROM, a breathtaking dance production directed by Cristiane Azem.
DROM means “journey” or “path” in Romani. This performance tells the powerful story of the Gypsies’ long journey from Rajasthan (India) through Persia, Turkey, Central Europe, Egypt, and France, before settling in Spain. Through a fusion of dance and visual arts, we celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Roma people and their influence on world dance.
Audition & Training Details
📅 Training & Rehearsals with Cristiane Azem:
- Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 March: 10:00 – 16:30
- Thursday 1 & Friday 2 May: 18:30 – 22:00
- Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 May: 10:00 – 16:30
- Friday 13& Saturday 14 June: 18:30 – 22:00
🎭 Final Performance: Sunday, June 15th at Theater De Regentes
💰 Participation fee: 45€
📩 Sign up now!
Email: jolanda@werelddanswerkplaats.nl
Or call: (06-41249383)
This powerful and poetic show is divided into seven parts, each representing a different stage of this journey, featuring a variety of traditional and fusion dances.
🌍 Choreographic Structure
I. Rajasthan (India) – The Origin
- Hindu Dance – Honoring the ancestral homeland of the Romani people.
- Kalbelia – A tribute to the nomadic gypsy culture of Rajasthan.
II. Persia
- Homage to Zoroaster – A spiritual dance reflecting Persian mysticism.
- Gypsies of Metal – Sword dances of the nomads from the mountains.
III. Turkey
- Dervish Whirling – Inspired by the Sufi mystical tradition.
- Odalisques – Oriental court dances.
- Roman Dance – Turkish gypsy dance with vibrant rhythms.
- Sulukule – Evoking the energy of Istanbul’s Roma neighborhoods.
IV. Central Europe
- Ederlezi – Celebrating the spring festival of the Balkan Roma.
- Opa Cupa – Energetic Balkan rhythms.
- Circus Bucharest – A fusion of Roma-inspired circus arts and dance.
V. France
- Santa Sara Kali – Honoring the patron saint of the gypsies.
- Gypsy Swing – Inspired by Django Reinhardt and French gypsy jazz.
VI. Egypt
- Arghul Solo – A musical dance with traditional Egyptian instruments.
- Stick Dance (Raks Assaya) – Playful and powerful folkloric dance.
- Candelabra Dance – Mystical dances with candelabras.
VII. Spain – Flamenco’s Cradle
- Andalusian Solo – Reflecting the Moorish influence in Andalusia.
- La Tarara – A traditional Spanish folk song reimagined.
- Barefoot Bulerías – Flamenco in its rawest form.
- Finale: Nana de Camarón – A heartfelt lullaby tribute to Camarón de la Isla.
Be part of this unique cultural journey and dance with us on stage to honor the history, resilience, and artistry of the Roma people!
