The Cyprus-based folk formation, Sovatchii, is scheduled to participate in the 11th edition of the traveling festival, Expats Join Hands in Worldwide Dance. This event will take place from May 15 to 17 at BMW Park in Munich. According to the group’s artistic director, Teodosi Teodosiev, Sovatchii will present a performance as a chamber ensemble.
The performance will feature a segment of ‘Dances from Southeast Bulgaria,’ choreographed by Todor Bekirski and accompanied by music from Stefan Chapkanov. Teodosiev noted that the piece is characterized by its strong stage presence and powerful emotional impact. Sovatchii was established on October 1, 2015, by Teodosiev, who remains both the artistic director and choreographer.
Over its operational history, the group has become recognized for organizing major annual festivals within Cyprus. Its core objective is to unite Bulgarian school and amateur ensembles, alongside singers and musicians spanning various age demographics. The Expats Join Hands in Worldwide Dance festival is organized for amateur folklore ensembles performing outside of Bulgaria.
The initiative was initiated by the Ot Izvora group in Lyon, France, which has hosted both the inaugural edition in 2015 and the tenth edition in 2025. Organizers anticipate the 11th Munich event will host over 100 dance ensembles and an attendance exceeding 4,000 guests. The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) serves as the official media partner for the event and will feature all participating groups.
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