Egyptian dance was handed down within the family from generation to generation - until social and economic changes threatened its very existence. Today, Suraya Hilal has brought the rich dance tradition of Egypt back to life. She has analysed, reconstructed, clarified and developed the dance in all its aspects: the fiery dance of the Egyptian gypsies, the earthy dance of the Fellahin, the sophisticated dance of the royal courts, and the urbanized folk dance. All these forms have now been re-established in her work and can take their place as a part of the world's cultural heritage.

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