BEGINNERS RAQS SHARQI

Step into a realm where dance transcends mere performance 🌟 MAHRAGAN’s competition is an invitation to unveil your artistic soul and ignite your imaginative spirit. Here, it’s not just about steps and rhythm; it’s about storytelling, expressing your inner world, and bringing your personal narrative to life through the rich tapestry of oriental dance. Embrace this opportunity to embody your thoughts, your passions, and your dreams on stage. We eagerly anticipate witnessing the unique and creative expressions that only you can bring to life 💫

‼️ ONLY 10 SPOTS IN EACH CATEGORY ‼️

 

⚙️ How does it work?

Your task will be to create a dance presentation based on one of the themes for 2026 edition in the category you choose.

💃 5 themes to choose from:
🦋 METAMORPHOSIS
🔥 POWER
🌑 SHADOW
🌬 FREEDOM
🌊 STILLNESS

You choose your level, then you choose a style, and then you choose a theme you want to show on stage. For example, you choose to present yourself in the Beginners Raqs Sharqi category. Next you have to choose one of the five themes and you interpret it in the language of Middle Eastern Dance in the Raqs Sharqi Style. If you will choose Folklore, you also choose one of the five themes and interpret it through the language of Egyptian or non-Egyptian Folklore. The same goes for each category and each style no matter the level.

And for those who want to go all out, we’ve prepared the Mahragan’s Crown category. These are as many as 3 presentations that will create a full picture of your artistic vision. Winners will be selected based on technique, originality and artistic interpretation (idea, image, acting).

Here are a couple of clues you can use to create your presentation:

🦋 METAMORPHOSIS
Transformation • Evolution • Shift • Becoming • Change of state
Interpretation focus: visible development, contrast within the choreography, journey from one quality to another.

🔥 POWER
Strength • Authority • Confidence • Control • Presence
Interpretation focus: grounded movement, clear intention, command of space.

🌑 SHADOW
Depth • Vulnerability • Inner conflict • Complexity • Tension
Interpretation focus: emotional layers, contrast, intensity, subtle storytelling.

🌬 FREEDOM
Expansion • Release • Joy • Flow • Limitless movement
Interpretation focus: spaciousness, traveling, openness, dynamic changes.

🌊 STILLNESS Control • Suspension • Minimalism • Precision • Awareness
Interpretation focus: pauses, breath, micro-movements, intention in simplicity.

‼️ ONLY 10 SPOTS IN EACH CATEGORY ‼️
Registration until September 13, 2026 or until places are filled

📆 October 16, 2026 – FRIDAY 18:30 All Beginners, Grand Diva and Tabla Solo category

📆 October 17, 2026 – SATURDAY 10:00 All Semi-pro, Duos & Groups, and Mahragan’s Crown Pro category