Past event
The olive and the oak: a meeting of east and west through stories, dance and music Pay as you can
Join Byre World on a moving and joyful journey across the Middle East through stories, poetry, music and dance.
Featuring contributions from students and scholars, this event celebrates the everyday lives, creativity and hopes of people across the region, from Palestine and Morocco to Iran and Syria.
Expect short talks, reflections, poetry, photos, live traditional dance and musical accompaniment, all revealing the unexpected threads that link East and West. The evening will include a special performance by Middle Eastern dance troupes.
Come celebrate the shared soul of humanity across borders, time periods and languages.