GAYHANE: QueerOriental Dancefloor
GAYHANE is a long-standing monthly QueerOriental dance event in Berlin. This 'House of Halay' welcomes queers, lesbians, transpeople, and gays for a night of belly dance beats. The soundtrack, curated by DJs including Ipek, mikki_p, Aziza A, and Amr Hammer, features Turkish, Arabic, Greek, and Hebrew pop music. Each night features a special 'Mitternachtsspitzen' performance at 1:00 AM by a surprise guest, alongside a commitment to political and social solidarity projects. The venue is transformed into an oriental festive tent where everyone dances the Halay together until the early morning.
What kind of music is played at GAYHANE?+
GAYHANE features a mix of Turkish, Arabic, Greek, and Hebrew pop music alongside organic house and belly dance beats.
Where is GAYHANE held?+
The event takes place at the iconic venue SO36, located at Oranienstraße 190, 10999 Berlin, Germany.
Is there a special performance?+
Yes, each night features a 'Mitternachtsspitzen' performance at 1:00 AM by a surprise guest.
Who can attend GAYHANE?+
GAYHANE is an inclusive space welcoming queers, lesbians, transpeople, and gays.
Is the venue accessible for dancing?+
The venue is transformed into an oriental festive tent designed for dancing, including traditional group dances like the Halay.
