NEXT FARHA FESTIVAL - MAY 16TH - 23RD 2012  - please note date change, the trip will now run Wednesday - Wednesday due to factors beyond our control.  
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Price - £650 - scroll down to see what is included

GREAT NEWS:  Our third teacher is confirmed: The incredible Dandesh
Dandesh is featured on our 2005 Cairo Nights DVD along with Kazafy - only £6 for a double DVD - click here to order 
OFFER - until Sept 30th 2011 when ordering more than £40 worth of goods from Farida Dance you will receive a complimentary copy of the Farha DVD - click here for more info

Our other fantastic teachers are Eman Zaki (oriental) and Mohamed Kazafy (folklore).  For more details on the teachers click on the side bar.  Also classes with Sarah Farouk, Kay Taylor and Tracey Gibbs.

We rarely get the opportunity to dance with live music .... so this is your chance. It is an incredible opportunity to develop your understanding of live music with our orchestra 'Layali el Helwa'.

Whatever level you are, you will take something away from this. Dancers can choose to work with live music - up to and including a rehearsal and performance in the show. Others may want to take part in the workshops to find out  how you go about working with a live band ...... but may not want to actually do it!  Whatever your level this is an incredible opportunity.

See a taste of the 2009 Farha Festival. (Farha Festival 2009)

Teachers and timetable varies every time, with a mix of familiar favourites and new faces, but if you want to get an idea of what to expect have a look at our video collage by Tracey Gibbs. 

Mohamed Khazafy, former soloist in the Reda Troupe, will be with us all week. He is teaching workshops in the Reda style. Both technique - and choreography. You will get the opportunity to work with professional male dancers in Luxor. Khazafy has created a piece of choreography specially for the Farha Festival. How much fun will that be?  Those that want to have the amazing experience of performing with a folklore troupe instead of a solo can do so.  Or you may choose to do the classses but not have the pressure of performing.

In addition, by popular demand, there will be taster sessions from Sara Farouk, Kay Taylor and Tracey Gibbs.

What makes the Farha Festival so special?
Small Master Classes - maximum 20 - this enables the teachers to focus on individuals and make sure you get the most out of the event.
All classes with good English speaking teachers or a translator.
Many classes with live music - all are fantastic musicians.  You can read more about Ahmed Mahrouse and our orchestra 'Layali el Helwa' by clicking on the 'Farha Band' link on the side bar.
23 hours of tuition in air conditioned spaces.
All classes with good English speaking teachers who can break things down.
It is about your individual development .... whatever your level.

What is included:
Transfers from and to the hotel.
7 nights B&B in 5 star luxury on the banks of the Nile.
Orientation around Luxor with suggestions of places to go and things to do n free evenings.
A free day with no classes to either chill by the pool or explore the ancient wonders.
23 hours of master classes, many with live music.
Welcome drink at introductory talk (non alcoholic)
Dance show with the incredible Dandesh.
Party night at end of week which includes a delicious buffet.
Rehearsal time - either with the band if you want to do a solo - or with Kazafy and the boys if you want to take part in the Reda style performance.
DVD of party night performances. 

Price £650 (in a shared room, flights not included)
£12 supplement per night for a single.

Partner Rate: £400
Partners are welcome to join in non dance activities.

Additional nights - if anyone would like to stay extra nights this is possible - the rates are
Single room £45
Double room £60 

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Our preferred method of paying your deposit is by cheque

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9 Ferndale Ave, East Boldon, Tyne and Wear, NE36 0TQ
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