In many ways, geisha are living embodiments of Japanese traditional culture: each one is well versed in traditional dancing, singing, musical instruments and occasionally other arts such as tea ceremony and ikebana (flower arrangement).

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Built in 1954 and once the largest open-air cinema in then Czechoslovakia, its reconstruction will pave the way for hosting such festivals as Cassovia, an annual international folkloric extravaganza running from 26 to 30 June 2013, which offers visitors the opportunity to learn traditional folk dancing, make typical Slovakian handicrafts and participate in a torchlight parade.

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Open air cultural performances and concerts featuring traditional Qatari sword dancing take place every weekend in the winter.

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The patios also host traditional singing, flamenco guitar playing and dancing.

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The annual Trevithick's Dance leaves Basset Street at 2.30pm with almost 100 adults dressed in the traditional Cornish colours of Black and Gold, dancing behind Camborne Town Band.

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The event will combine a traditional Argentine asado (barbeque) with gaucho (Argentine cowboy) music and dancing, as well as a selection of cocktails prepared by expert mixologists.

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The whole population contributes to the success of the festival: craftswomen make silk buttons for traditional dresses, fruit growers supply cherries, local sports clubs participate in competitions, and music and dancing troupes animate the entire festival.

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