Dance

The dance section of the Al-Arz Lebanese Art Group is the cornerstone of the organization. Known for its energetic dance creations, Al-Arz is recognized as North America’s leading Lebanese dance group. It has created a unique and dynamic style of Lebanese dance that is inspired by folklore and characterized by fluid movement and formations that challenge traditional definitions of dabké.

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