About Al-Arz
The Al-Arz Lebanese Art Group is Canada’s only Lebanese performing arts organization dedicated to the creation, advancement and dissemination of Lebanese dance, music and theatre. Brought to life in 1976 by Tony Yazbek, Al-Arz, has spearheaded numerous cultural and artistic programs, initiatives and special events that support its mandate and foster greater appreciation for Lebanese performing arts in Canada.
With dance at the heart of Al-Arz’s existence, it enjoys accolades for its repertoire of original dance creations and dynamic presentations in which a unique blend of traditional and modern movement and styles come together.
Al-Arz has participated in international folklore festivals and events abroad:
IIIrd Minas Gerais International Festival – Brazil
Zacatecas International Folklore Festival – Mexico
Lebanese Congress – Mexico
Re-opening ceremony of the Canadian Embassy – Lebanon
Summer Arts Tour – Lebanon
In Canada, it has participated in numerous festivals and events such as:
Festival des traditions du monde de Sherbrooke – Sherbrooke
Festival Orientalys – Montreal
Le Festival Juste pour rire – Montreal
Le Festival d’été de Dorval – Dorval
Le Festival du monde arabe – Montreal
Les Grands Feux du Casino – Gatineau
Jeux de la Francophonie – Ottawa/Hull
International Folklore Summit – Lachine
Francophone Summit – Moncton
Canadian Heritage Festival – Edmonton
Commonwealth Games – Edmonton
