Orientalys Festival – August 29-September 1, at the Old Port LiveEvents August 19, 2014 6344 Orientalys Festival Let the Orientalys Festival take you on a part-real part-imaginary journey through the Orient by way of a colourful medina reminiscent of the old Suks. Join in numerous captivating activities designed for adults and children alike: performances, multimedia animations, calligraphy, dance, and music workshops, henna tattoos as well as tastings of fine Oriental cuisine. Orientalys is a free Festival fully devoted to the meeting of Eastern and Western cultures, celebrating a diverse, avant‐garde and open-minded Montreal. Every year in August, the Jacques-Cartier Quay moves to the beat of bold fusions and original shows crossing three continents from North Africa to China, by way of Spain, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Iran, Cambodia, India and Japan as well as many other Eastern countries! Performances, workshops, animation, exhibitions and activities for children and adults are on the program each year – all around a veritable Oriental Medina! In this place of sharing and exchanging, festival-goers can wander around a unique spot, enjoying the benefits of argan oil and soft soap, discovering the atmosphere of gentle evenings under a nomad tent, or negotiating for a distinctive handicraft item. And booths offering fine dishes from around the world will flatter the taste buds of food-lovers. Orientalys Festival is conceived and produced by Alchimies, Créations et Cultures. For more information: www.festivalorientalys.com
