The extremely popular World On Stage series continues Saturday with a performance by Ballet Afsaneh at 11 a.m.

The performance will feature dance, poetry, and music of the Silk Road —the historic trade route stretching 7,000 miles across Central Asia from the China Sea in the east to the Mediterranean in the west. 

Their repertoire includes:

• Afghanistan: Attan, Afghan National Dance; Loghari, Herati, Tajiki and Pashto dances
• Iran: Classical Persian dances including Barg-e Behesht: The Gardens of Paradise, Dayereh Hasti: Circle of Life, Atash Dar Noor-e Maah: Fire in the Moonlight, and Caravan of Dreams.
• Iran: Folk (Mahali) Repertoire: Gilaki, Azeri, Qashqa’i, Armenian, Bandari, Kurdi
• Tajik and Uzbek: Safaar-e Zamaan, Time’s Journey, Uzbek Wedding Suite, Kolyabi, Badakhshani, Ferghana, Bucharan, Shodiana, Chashmaqam, and various Tajik Contemporary dances

In our rapidly changing world, the need to understand and appreciate other cultures has never been greater. Saturday's performance is a terrific opportunity to introduce your children to the incredible beauty and artistry of Central Asia. Catch a sneak video preview of their work online.

Register online today to guarantee your seat.

This entry was posted on February 15, 2008 and is filed under Jennifer Caleshu.
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