Sema, the Paths to Ecstasy – November 7, 2024 LiveEvents October 30, 2024 62 Festival du Monde Arabe presents Sema, the Paths to Ecstasy Specially created for the 25th Festival du Monde Arabe by whirling dervish Tanya Evanson, this show takes the audience on a mystical journey carried on a whirlwind of grace and light. Backed by a musical ensemble blending Persian and Arabian styles, Tanya Evanson’s and Shraddha Blaney’s divine dance depicts the fervent embrace of eternal Love. Whirling dervishes: Tawhida Tanya Evanson, Shraddha Blaney and Crow Musicians: Elham Manouchehri, Dariush Azar, Joseph Khoury and Amir Amiri Cinquième Salle Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 8:00pm To purchase your tickets, visit: www.placedesarts.com Conceived and produced by Alchimies, Créations et Cultures, the Arab World Festival of Montreal (Festival du Monde Arabe de Montréal or FMA) is a thematic event dedicated to the meeting of Arabic and Western cultures. Through its three sections – Performing Arts, Culture Forum and Cinema – the FMA presents modern bodies of work through original productions in dance, music, theater and multidisciplinary arts, debates, conferences, lectures and films. www.festivalarabe.com
