Ep 263. Charafe of Morocco: Pursuing Dance Career in Morocco
Charafe is not just a dancer, he is one of the few, if not the only, male belly dancer in Morocco. He tries to lead a life as normal as possible in Casablanca. He teaches dance, makes choreographies for belly dancers, and participates in modern dance performances of his friends Ahlam and Wajdi. Charafe managed to establish dance classes in Casablanca, spreading awareness and education of various dance styles, including oriental and Moroccan folklore, within the country, as well as abroad.
In this episode you will learn about:
Being a male dancer in Morocco
Seeking formal oriental dance classes
Variety of Moroccan dances, including Moroccan classical style
Cultural connections with Andalusia
Working with celebrities and TV shows
Show Notes to this episode:
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