Tanoura Dance Troupe perform in Cairo - in pictures

Members of the Tanoura Dance Troupe perform during Ramadan at the Sultan Al Ghuri Complex in Cairo, Egypt. All photos: EPA
Members of the Tanoura Dance Troupe perform during Ramadan at the Sultan Al Ghuri Complex in Cairo, Egypt. All photos: EPA
The religious dance hailed from Turkey.
The religious dance hailed from Turkey.
It has since evolved and is now popular with Egypt’s youth.
It has since evolved and is now popular with Egypt’s youth.
A dancer takes centre stage.
A dancer takes centre stage.
A kaleidoscope of colour dazzles the crowd.
A kaleidoscope of colour dazzles the crowd.
Performers twist and turn.
Performers twist and turn.
A dancer turns in a circular fashion.
A dancer turns in a circular fashion.
Dramatic music and lighting play a big part in the production.
Dramatic music and lighting play a big part in the production.
Tanoura dancing often takes place at Egyptian weddings and parties.
Tanoura dancing often takes place at Egyptian weddings and parties.
A traditional folk dance, Tanoura dancing is a staple at entertainment shows throughout Egypt.
A traditional folk dance, Tanoura dancing is a staple at entertainment shows throughout Egypt.
Egyptians have added a personal touch to Tanoura performances, introducing festive lanterns and tambourines to the mix.
Egyptians have added a personal touch to Tanoura performances, introducing festive lanterns and tambourines to the mix.