WEDNESDAY: 6PM – 7:15PM
FALL: September 11 to November 27, 2024
$15 trial class
$215 full session*
$75 4-classes card*
$20 per class
Payment methods: e-Transfer to sofiaelirakiartist@gmail.com or cash at the door.
Registration: Via this form > https://forms.gle/zBDyoQkeFZ4hC4Zd9
Bilingual teacher
*Reduced rate for full session or 4-classes card (dance artists, BIPOC, LGBTQIAA2+)* on request
CATEGORY
CONTENT
It’s on, ACTION! Dive into the wonderful world of Bollywood!
This dance style from Bollywood films is high in both energy and emotion, with a wide range of influences and a rich repertoire! In this class, we’ll cross eras and navigate through the different styles that make up this dance, exploring the art of storytelling in movement. In addition to strengthening your technique, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about Indian culture and the world of Bollywood cinema through dance, as well as boosting your self-confidence and, above all, having fun!
After an opening ritual, the class begins with a dynamic warm-up, followed by technical exercises (mudras, head movements, footwork, rhythm, etc.). The class continues with the learning of a choreography. Each class will focus on a theme/aspect of Bollywood dance (film, decade, influence…).
WHAT TO BRING
Comfortable clothing
Water bottle
Towel
Notebook
The class is barefoot.
ACCESSIBILITY
This class is open to all and can be adapted as needed (if you have any discomforts, injuries… please let me know in the registration form).
BIOGRAPHY
Sofia is a Moroccan-born professional dancer specializing in contemporary and Bollywood dance, with training in various dance styles and a bachelor’s degree in cinema.
Performer and production manager for the Veils of Bollywood collective (choreographer Rameez Karim), she performs in a variety of contexts (Révolution, Festival Orientalys, Art en Soi,…), and leads cultural mediation workshops for different audiences.
Her mission is to represent and promote cultural and artistic diversity by highlighting cultures that are under-represented in Quebec and by making art accessible. In 2024, she co-founded the Rangoli Indian Dance Festival in Montreal.
Linktree : https://linktr.ee/sofia.eliraki
Instagram Sofia El Iraki : https://www.instagram.com/sofia.eliraki/
Instagram Veils of Bollywood : https://www.instagram.com/veilsofbollywood/
Instagram Festival Rangoli : https://www.instagram.com/festivalrangoli/
These classes are open to all levels, and advance registration for one or more classes is recommended.
Please contact your teacher for more information.