World Artists Experiences (WAE) is committed to developing a vital role of the arts in building bridges of international understanding. As a universal language, the arts create unique opportunities for cross-cultural communication, interaction and learning.

By providing educational experiences with world artists in schools, colleges, and communities, WAE seeks to foster an appreciation and support for the rich diversity and cultural commonalities of the world's citizens and, thereby, foster mutual respect among all people.

Egypt - Aswan Folkloric Dance Troupe to Perform July 15 at 7 PM
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase Street, Annapolis, MD

World Artists Experiences partnering with The Embassy of Egypt presents the Famous Aswan Folkloric Dance Troupe.

Aswan Folkloric Dance Troupe is one of the famous dancing groups under the Egyptian Ministry of Culture which preserves the regional cultures within Egypt. The Aswan Folk Troupe was established in October 1975 to reflect the culture and heritage of Egypt’s most southern governorate with its clear Nubian influence.

The Dance Troupe will present the customs and traditions of the Nubian people through their dance with their twelve dancers and musicians. The dances and songs reflect the rich costumes and traditions of the Nubian people in the region of Aswan, including the customs of the dates and palm trees, marriage, weddings, children’s games, songs and rhymes , and comic dances. The group has performed in thirty countries around the world.

This is a free concert; no tickets are required.

For more information, call 410-647-4482 or contact wae@comcast.net.

"Feel Fine Band" to Perform July 25 at 7 PM
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis

World Artists Experiences with the Embassy of China presents Tianjin Folkloric Troupe. In order to promote cultural exchanges, this famous group has traveled throughout the world performing the great folk traditions of China. They hope to bring the China traditions to the world wherever they are. The dynamic folk experience brings costumes, singing, dancing from festivals, customs, and the atmosphere of various regions, ceremonies and people of China. The colorful and rich costumes represent the various regions of China, as Xinjiang, Yunnan, Tashilamagan, Tianshan, Mongolia and many others.

This is a free concert; no tickets are required.

Other venues and dates are also scheduled, including Salisbury on July 23 and Brooklyn Park on July 26. See the Event List for a complete schedule.

For more information, call 410-647-4482 or contact wae@comcast.net.

Calling Volunteers!

World Artists Experiences is organizing 2009-2010 teams of volunteers to build and further the vision of bridging international understanding through cultural and citizen diplomacy in schools, colleges, and communities.

We invite you to join us.

Please email: wae@comcast.net or Call 410-647-4482 or 410-647-7494

and indicate areas which you might enjoy assisting WAE: publicity, development, administrative assistance, web design, fundraising, cultural immersion experiences, cultural ambassadors in schools, international art exchanges, international education month, an international summit, Ambassador Series of world experiences in communities, assisting with the welcoming and hosting international groups, graphic design, as programs, flyers, etc., videotaping, coordinating volunteers, hosting a “house of Friends” to allow many people to know about the organization, building audiences, writing, editing, researching, grant writing, etc.