On August 24, 2019, Hamazkayin’s “Ani” dance ensemble, under the direction of Joe Avakian, participated in the annual “Festival Orientalys” held in Vieux Port de Montreal. The festival brings together the cultures of three continents to fortify, express, and create a beautiful cultural mosaic.
There was great interest in the Armenian dance segment. Those present had the opportunity to attend a thirty-minute session and familiarize themselves with graceful Armenian line folk dances accompanied by the dhol and zurna.
On the same day, the Ani ensemble, under the direction of Eva Hayrapetian, brought their talents to Montreal’s Sourp Hagop church kirmes. They performed five breathtaking line dances, which were deeply appreciated and applauded by the audience.
