Troupe Eshveh

Troupe Eshveh is a professional dance ensemble founded in 2008. Using both choreography and a group improvisational format, we perform strictly contemporary folkloric dance derived from Egyptian, Persian and other Middle Eastern traditions.



With combined dance experience of over 45 years, Troupe Eshveh is comprised of five principle dancers: Amira Shagara, Katayoun, Sah'ra, Shukufeh, and Sitara.


Our Mission - Authenticity and Entertainment

Our mission is to perform contemporary, folkloric dance from the Egyptian and Persian cultural traditions. Choreography and costuming are chosen for family viewing with the intent of educating, enlightening and uplifting our audiences while sharing the exuberant, cultural dances of the Middle East. Troupe Eshveh devotes special attention to authentic movements, musical interpretation and dance style.

What can we expect from a Troupe Eshveh performance?
Expect a polished, exciting and authentic representation of Middle Eastern folklore dance. Traditional props such as the assaya (Egyptian cane), zills (finger cymbals) or veil may be used. Colorful, richly adorned costuming (often from the country of origin) will be appropriate for the dance style and for all audiences. The troupe is well known in the dance community for their surprising mid-performance costume changes. Performance lengths can vary from 15 to 30 minutes.

Performances 2008 - 2010

Restion Multicultural Festival, Invited performers, Reston, Va, 2010

International Children's Festival, Invited performers, Vienna, Va, 2010

McLean MultiCultural Night, Invited performers, McLean Va., 2008, 2009 & 2010

International Festival, Featured Performers Sterling Va., front page feature in the Washington Post

Mosaïque Cultural Dance Showcase, Featured performers, Reston, Va.

Arabian Nights Gala, Invited performers, Alexandria, Va.

Miramar’s Enchanted Garden Middle Eastern Dance Show, Featured performers, Winchester, Va

Women of Selket Annual Gala, Featured performers, Richmond, Va

Asia Festival DC, Invited performers, Washington, DC

In addition to the above performances, troupe members perform Middle Eastern dance as soloists in Maryland, DC, and Virginia. Troupe members are instructors of Middle Eastern dance and are founding members of the Tiraz Dance Network, a Middle Eastern Dance Collaborative.

What is the meaning of "Eshveh"?
Although there is no equivalent in the English language, in the Persian language it can be described as a mischievous or slightly coy manner from a young woman. The nature of Eshveh is innocent yet knowing and represents the characteristics of the dancer particularly in classical and social dances.

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Videos

Troupe Eshveh performing Egyptian Raqs Assaya (Saidi cane dance)

Katayoun of Troupe Eshveh performing Raqs Beledi (Egyptian folklore) with sagaat (finger cymbals)

To engage Troupe Eshveh for a performance, contact Shukufeh at DanceShukufeh@yahoo.com