Sofia, Bulgaria – Dervish in Progress (DIP), created by the renowned Ziya Azazi, welcomes you to experience the full range of whirling workshops from May 31st to June 4th at ToploCentrala, Sofia, Bulgaria. This combined offering is perfect for those eager to immerse themselves fully from beginner to advanced levels.
Foundational teachings will be imparted, focusing on the core principles of DIP, such as ‘equation’ – understanding the dynamics of whirling, ‘steering the wheels’ – mastering control and balance, and ‘body analysis’ – recognizing and aligning body movements with the rhythm. The full workshop offers also an integration of the following 3 specialized classes:
- Dervish Tango: A fusion of whirling & partner dances, emphasizing fluidity and grace, to experience dualities such as responsibility-surrendering, holding-dropping, accepting-rejecting, and taking-giving, masculinity-femininity in partnering.
- Exploring the Skirts: This class delves into the symbolic and practical aspects of using skirts in DIP, enhancing the visual and spiritual experience. But also to incorporate the flow and movement of the multiple skirt whirling techniques and learn how to use the skirt as an instrument, partner, extension, or mirror of the body/self.
- Performing DIP: Focuses on the performance aspect, combining technique with expressive storytelling, and how to captivate the audience with mesmerizing performances. The class covers various staging aspects, and aims to enhance creativity, emotional awareness, and performance skills.
Beginners and those looking to refresh their knowledge will be given basic information on the first 2 days. From June 2nd, three classes will be addressed separately, but also will be blended together. As the workshop progresses, these classes will intertwine like puzzle pieces, helping participants better understand the teachings of DIP.
The aim is for practitioners to leave the workshop feeling they have progressed and ascended a level in their whirling dance skills, and thanks to the cumulative format of the information to make them feel the holistic advancement in DIP.
Event Schedule:
- May 31: 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM
- June 1: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- June 2: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- June 3: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- June 4: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Open-door Presentations: June 2 & June 4, 7:00 PM
Special Offer:
The workshop is priced at 200 Euro
(A special 30% discount is offered exclusively for Bulgarian performing arts professionals. We have limited availability. Please contact ToploCentrala directly.)
Registration Information:
Secure your spot today by booking online at dipshoponline.com. For alternative payment methods, please contact us at +436605860660 or via email at dervishinprogress@gmail.com.
Location Details:
The workshop will be held at ToploCentrala, located in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria. This venue is known for its cultural significance and supportive environment for artistic endeavors.