Raqṣ
Arabic language and culture to dance with awareness
An online course designed for dancers who want to deepen their knowledge of Arabic language and culture.
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Gain unique skills that blend language, culture, and movement. Dance with authenticity and awareness. Sign up to be the first to know when the doors open.
Go deeper into Arabic language and culture.
Dance with authenticity and awareness, discovering new perspectives on the Arab world and beyond.
Raqṣ is a one-of-a-kind journey — a valuable tool to dance with authenticity and awareness through elements of Arabic language and culture.
I created it by combining my expertise in Arabic language and culture with over ten years of experience as a practitioner of Oriental dance and Arab folklore.
My name is Rosanna Maryam Sirignano, and I’m here to guide you step by step in discovering key elements of Arabic language and culture, to enrich your dance with depth and authenticity.
You will learn
- Elements of Arabic Language
- You’ll learn essential words and structures, with a focus on terms that frequently appear in song lyrics and in the embodied vocabulary of dance.
- You’ll discover how Arabic expresses time, space, and relationships — and how this shapes the way people feel, communicate, and dance.
- You’ll gain insight into the symbols, gestures, themes, and values common to many Arab cultures, allowing you to recognize and honor them in your artistic work.
- You’ll explore the differences between Egypt, the Levant, the Maghreb, and the Gulf, learning to avoid generalizations and appreciate regional nuances.
- You’ll see how these three elements influence and reflect one another, giving dancers the tools for a more truthful, rooted interpretation.
Join the waiting list
Gain unique skills that blend language, culture, and movement. Dance with authenticity and awareness. Sign up to be the first to know when the doors open.
