Spotlight: The Reda Folkloric Dance Troupe: How does dance reflect and shape a country's national identity?

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Presenter: Hoor ElShafei

Delivered: Dubai on May 26, 2024

In this afikra spotlight, Hoor ElShafei highlights how the Reda Folkloric Dance Troupe, founded in 1959 by Mahmoud Reda and Farida Fahmy, played a crucial role in shaping Egypt's national identity through dance.

Sources & Future References

• Egyptian Folklore and the Reda Troupe folkloric music and dance

• The Founding of the Reda Troupe: An Historical Overview

• Bibliotheca Alexandrina Newsletter Published by the Media Department Issue No. 7, April 2010

• 5 Iconic Dances that Capture Egypt’s Passion for Folk | Egyptian Streets

• Cultural Traditions in Dance & Dress: A Brief History of Egyptian Folklore Dancing | Egyptian Streets

• Mahmoud Reda Dance Legacy | NESMA

• Republished: Mahmoud Reda - A pioneer of folk dance - Walks - Heritage - Ahram Online

• The Reda Folkloric Dance Troupe and Egyptian State Support During the Nasser Period on JSTOR

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