
All dances are participatory and spectating is somewhat discouraged because joy is the goal, as opposed to the technical performance of specified dance steps or forms. Format įive to 500 dancers stand in a circle, often around a leader and musicians with acoustic instruments in the center. They combine chants from many world faiths with dancing, whirling, and a variety of movement with singing. The DUP are of North American Sufic origin. Their intention is to raise consciousness and promote peace between diverse religions according to one stated goal. The Dances of Universal Peace ( DUP) are a spiritual practice that employs singing and dancing the sacred phrases of the world's religions.


A 'Dances of Universal Peace ' session with the dance teacher and accompanying musicians in the centre and the dancers of all ages and abilities in circles around them.
