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Music
Khaled
Liverpool Philharmonic Hall
Sat 12 July, 7.30pm
£12.50/£14.50/£19.50/£25/£30
Khaled took Algerian rai, mixed it with western music and created the voice of Algerian youth in the 70s and 80s. Now 'the King of rai' is a superstar in the Arabic world, with an almost surreal level of popularity. In 1992 his single Didi sold over a million copies in European, Arabic and Asian countries, making him more popular than Michael Jackson in India.
For tickets call the Philharmonic Box Office on 0151 709 3789 or visit www.liverpoolphil.com
Bedouin Jerry Can Band
World Museum Liverpool
Mon 14 July, 1.30pm
Performance and music workshop
Family activity, open to all.
Free
BJB are a semi-nomadic band from Egypt who blend Simsimiyya, a traditional 5 string Egyptian lyre, with desert flutes and reed pipes. See BJB perform infectious Bedouin rhythms on junk percussion then join in as they lead this performance workshop.
Tickets available on the day from World Museum Liverpool ticket desk
Reem Kelani
the Bluecoat
Wed 23 July 8.00pm
£15/£12
One of the foremost researchers and performers of Palestinian music, Reem Kelani's critically acclaimed music includes elements of classical Arabic music, folk and jazz.
'Kelani's voice is a technical marvel, capable of transforming deeply felt emotion into a range of pulverising hollers and keening wails.' THE GUARDIAN
To book tickets visit www.thebluecoat.org.uk or call Tickets and Information on 0151 702 5324
Dance
Middle Eastern Dance Bonanza
the Bluecoat
Thur 17 - Sun 20 July
Curated by Caroline Afifi
Performance
See individual events for prices
Fri-Sat pass £50/40 - allows entry to Shifting Sands, Bellies on the Brain and Sahlala (Sat night only)
Four days of Middle Eastern dance (popularly known as 'belly dancing') including evening performances of the traditional art form (Sahlalla) and contemporary interpretations (Shifting Sands), a one-day conference on the politics of the dance (Bellies on the Brain) and a full day of workshops, from masterclasses with leading artists to a free family beginners' session.
To book tickets visit www.thebluecoat.org.uk or call Tickets and Information on 0151 702 5324
Sahlalla
the Bluecoat
Thur 17 and Sat 19 July, 8.00pm
Performance
£14, £12
Headlined by the extraordinary Egyptian dancer, Djamila Hanan, performing for the first time in the UK, this wonderful evening of traditional Middle Eastern dance includes both female and male dancers and the fifteen strong Adara Company. Look out for Houda Amrani, Khaled Mahmoud, Shafeek Ibrahim, Fereshteh Hossieni and Caroline Afifi. Anticipating a high demand we've repeated the programme over two nights.
To book tickets visit www.thebluecoat.org.uk or call Tickets and Information on 0151 702 5324
Shifting Sands
the Bluecoat
Fri 18 July 8.00pm
the Bluecoat
£12/£10
An evening of performances by artists exploring new territories in Middle Eastern dance. Headlined by Raksan, performing her acclaimed piece, 46, this showcase event also features the dazzling work of Venus Saleh and Wendy Buonaventura.
To book tickets visit www.thebluecoat.org.uk or call Tickets and Information 0151 702 5324
Bellies on the Brain
the Bluecoat
Sat 19 Jul, 10.30 am - 5.00pm
Conference
£30/£25 (does not include the evening performance)
Introduced by Caroline Afifi and with a keynote presentation, Oriental Dance: Egypt's Shameful Profession, from Middle Eastern dance expert, Julie Anne Elliot (Shira), as well as seminars led by a number of the Bonanza's artists, this promises to be an intelligent and provocative look at the global explosion of 'belly dance' and the diverse and complex issues surrounding this popular art form.
To book tickets visit www.thebluecoat.org.uk or call Tickets and Information on 0151 702 5324
Midnight Club
St Anthony's of Padua Church Hall
Fri 25 July, 8.00pm
£19
Not suitable for children under 12.
Image: Robert Cook
An Egyptian evening of Shaabi dance and music, a Middle Eastern buffet with the Nile Band and guest dancers including Caroline Afifi. Live music comes from Egyptian singer Mohammed and Lebanese songs with Michael.
To book tickets call 07843 751404, visit Afifi's Café, 11 Myrtle Parade, Myrtle Street L7 7EL, or email carolineafifi@hotmail.com
Workshops
Sun 20 July, 11.00am - 5.00pm
the Bluecoat
Day ticket £45/£30 (please state a preference for the Masterclass)
11.00am - 12.00pm, Free Workshop
Join Shafeek Ibrahim for Nubian Grooves, a free family beginners' workshop that will get you belly dancing in no time!
11.00am - 1.00pm, Djamila Hanan Masterclass
£20/£12 or included with the Day Pass and Weekend Pass
For experienced dancers, this masterclass will focus on advanced Middle Eastern dance technique.
11.00am - 1.00pm, Raksan Masterclass
Day Pass or Weekend Pass holders only
For adventurous dancers keen to use the tools of Middle Eastern dance to create personal new works.
After lunch the day continues with two further workshops suitable for dancers at all levels and available to Day Pass and Weekend Pass holders only:
2.15pm - 3.30pm, Khaled Mahmoud
3.45pm - 5.00pm, Fereshteh Hosseini
Buy a day ticket and really push your technique to the next level!
To book tickets visit www.thebluecoat.org.uk or call Tickets and Information on 0151 702 5324
