Welcome to Scenegym in:
Dabke: The Rhythm of Resistance and Celebration
With guest teacher Tareq Abu Nahel

When: 10.-14. November, 10:00 -14:30 every day.

Where: Oslo teatersenter.
The workshop ends in a showing at 19:30 on Friday during Oslo Fri festival.

Sign up for the workshop here soon …

About the workshop
Join us for a vibrant and interactive workshop on Dabke, a traditional folk dance from the Levant region that embodies resistance, resilience, and communal joy. Rooted in Palestinian heritage, Dabke is more than just movement — it is storytelling, protest, and a powerful expression of cultural identity.

Led by Tareq from Al-Huriyeh Dance Group, this workshop will guide participants through the basic steps, rhythm, and cultural context of Dabke. No prior experience is needed — just bring your energy, curiosity, and a willingness to connect. Let’s dance, learn, and celebrate a tradition that continues to inspire across generations and borders.

Who is the workshop for?
For people with a background in art or activism, and/or with an interest in exploring how to combine the two together. When signing up you need to add your CV, just so that we can see if you have any experience in art and/or activism.

Bio: Tareq Abu Nahel is a Palestinian cultural artist, dance instructor, and founder/member of Al-Hurriyeh Dance Group — a troupe dedicated to preserving and teaching traditional Palestinian Dabke. With a strong commitment to cultural heritage, Tareq leads workshops, performances, and community events that celebrate and sustain Palestinian identity through movement and music.

In addition to performing, Tareq trains new generations in Dabke, collaborates with cultural institutions, and uses art as a form of resistance and unity. His work bridges tradition and activism, inspiring pride and connection wherever it travels.