Infinite Dabke

Dabke is a traditional folk dance from the Levant region, popular in countries like Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Palestine, and Iraq. It is typically performed at weddings, celebrations, and cultural events. The dance involves a group of people holding hands or shoulders, forming a line or circle, and performing synchronized, rhythmic steps, stomps, and jumps, often led by a lead dancer who directs the group's movements. Dabke combines elements of communal dance and storytelling, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage.

For Palestinians, Dabke holds deep cultural and symbolic significance.It is perceived as an expression of resistance and defiance, particularly in the context of the Palestinian struggle for self-determination. The synchronized steps and strong, collective movements of Dabke symbolize the strength and solidarity of the Palestinian people. Through this dance, they affirm their cultural roots, pass down traditions, and reinforce a sense of community, even in the face of adversity.

In the face of challenges like displacement and globalization, Infinite Dabke proposes to create a Dabke form which regenerates infinitely, preserving the bounds between dancers and perpetuating their culture. In Infinite Dabke, each dancer embodies an instrument and interprets a generative score through dance. The combination of the instruments compose a live music, always evolving and renewing itself, as an attempt to escape the constraints of time.