BAACS in Tajikistan
Ballet Afsaneh and the Tajik Dance Initiative
Jul. 6th, 2006 | 01:33 am
In 2005 Ballet Afsaneh, the professional performing arts ensemble of the Afsaneh Art & Culture Society, launched the Tajik Dance Initiative (TDI). Over the next two years, with the help of our artists, volunteers and foundation partners, the project will support the research and development of dance and related arts in Tajikistan. Providing an opportunity for both Tajik and international artists and scholars to work together to maintain the vitality of Tajik dance in its cultural context and its relationship to place, time and spirit.
Located north of present day Afghanistan, east of Uzbekistan, to the north and west of Pakistan and China, this remote region of the world, once known as Bactria, maintains a deep connection to dance in its many faceted secular and spiritual forms. The artists of Ballet Afsaneh have had a passionate interest for many years in the dance and related arts of this particular region of Central Asia. For us it is a dream come true to have this opportunity to study with our teachers in Tajikistan and to help support the stewards of traditional expressive arts as they emerge onto the world stage.
2006 marks our first project year and the pilot program is "Humanities Link". The program engages young Tajik scholars and artists with their international counterparts for field research expeditions and skill building opportunities. Fostering a team spirited, collaborative, non-extractive approach to research and bio-cultural stewardship.
This blog will create a place to share the adventures of our participating artists and scholars, where they can share their progress, thoughts and pictures of friends and activities as the TDI cultural exchange project unfolds. Check back in often, share your comments and enjoy the adventures of our intrepid Afsaneh travelers.
To read more about the work of Ballet Afsaneh and the Afsaneh Art & Culture Society visit our website:
www.dancesilkroad.org
Jul. 6th, 2006 | 01:33 am
In 2005 Ballet Afsaneh, the professional performing arts ensemble of the Afsaneh Art & Culture Society, launched the Tajik Dance Initiative (TDI). Over the next two years, with the help of our artists, volunteers and foundation partners, the project will support the research and development of dance and related arts in Tajikistan. Providing an opportunity for both Tajik and international artists and scholars to work together to maintain the vitality of Tajik dance in its cultural context and its relationship to place, time and spirit.
Located north of present day Afghanistan, east of Uzbekistan, to the north and west of Pakistan and China, this remote region of the world, once known as Bactria, maintains a deep connection to dance in its many faceted secular and spiritual forms. The artists of Ballet Afsaneh have had a passionate interest for many years in the dance and related arts of this particular region of Central Asia. For us it is a dream come true to have this opportunity to study with our teachers in Tajikistan and to help support the stewards of traditional expressive arts as they emerge onto the world stage.
2006 marks our first project year and the pilot program is "Humanities Link". The program engages young Tajik scholars and artists with their international counterparts for field research expeditions and skill building opportunities. Fostering a team spirited, collaborative, non-extractive approach to research and bio-cultural stewardship.
This blog will create a place to share the adventures of our participating artists and scholars, where they can share their progress, thoughts and pictures of friends and activities as the TDI cultural exchange project unfolds. Check back in often, share your comments and enjoy the adventures of our intrepid Afsaneh travelers.
To read more about the work of Ballet Afsaneh and the Afsaneh Art & Culture Society visit our website:
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