'Dance Histories: A Journey Through the Muslim Silk Road' with Nadia Khan

Through personal stories and historical insight, Nadia Khan highlights the spiritual core of traditional Muslim dance, showing how its movements reflect worship, celebration, and even political resistance. From the Sufi whirling dervishes to the folk dances of Central Asia, she journeys along the historic Silk Road, illustrating how the dance of each community captures its essence and is central to their preservation. 

Author of Dance Histories, Nadia offers much-needed correction to the narrative surrounding dance in the Muslim world, inviting readers to explore its true beauty and its profound impact on both Muslim and non-Muslim societies alike.

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Nadia Khan is a historian, author, and speaker uncovering hidden histories and cultural heritage through powerful storytelling. Her debut book, Dance Histories: A Journey Across the Muslim Silk Road, brings forgotten dance traditions and stories back to life, connecting the past to our present. Nadia has collaborated with artists like George the Poet and veteran journalist Mishal Husain, and delivers talks and workshops that spark curiosity and celebrate diverse heritage.

This event is sponsored by Beacon Books
Publishing classic and contemporary books since 2012
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