Yemeni 'war dance' is now a staple at weddings
STORY: This 12 year-old is performing
a Yemeni dance of war
Location: Sanaa, Yemen
It's called the 'Baraa'
and it used to announce
upcoming battles
Today it's a staple at weddings
BADR AL-AWADHI, GROOM:
"The Baraa is a very ancient traditional Yemeni dance. It is a must at all weddings - it’s indispensable, and every tribe and village has its own take on the ‘Baraa’. We can’t do without this tradition at any wedding, be it large or small."
Ahmad Khuraish is part
of a folkloric group
That performs 'Baraa' dances
at weddings across the city
AHMAD KHURAISH, DRUMMER:
"I first learned the drums about 4-5 years ago, and my father was the one who trained me. ‘Baraa’ means everything to me, it’s my hobby."