The Cyprus-based folk formation Sovatchii is scheduled to participate in the 11th edition of the traveling festival, Expats Join Hands in Worldwide Dance. The event is set to take place from May 15 to 17 at BMW Park in Munich. According to the group’s artistic director, Teodosi Teodosiev, Sovatchii will perform as a kamerná formation.
The performance will feature a segment of ‘Dances from Southeast Bulgaria,’ which was choreographed by Todor Bekirski and set to music by Stefan Chapkanov. Teodosiev described the piece as having a strong stage presence and powerful emotional impact. Sovatchii was established on October 1, 2015, by Teodosiev, who concurrently serves as the artistic director and choreographer.
Over its operational history, the group has become an active organizer of major annual festivals within Cyprus. Its core mission involves uniting Bulgarian school and amateur ensembles, alongside singers and musicians spanning various age demographics. The Expats Join Hands in Worldwide Dance festival is dedicated to amateur folklore ensembles performing outside of Bulgaria.
The initiative was initiated by the Ot Izvora group in Lyon, France, which hosted both the inaugural edition in 2015 and the tenth edition in 2025. For the 11th iteration in Munich, organizers anticipate attendance from over 100 dance ensembles and more than 4,000 guests. The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) is the official media partner for the event and will provide coverage for all participating groups.
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