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.