“Egyptian Journey of the Soul” Ritual Dance Performance | GG Park

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Although you still have to pay to visit the museum’s galleries, Friday Nights at the de Young presents a full evening of free events in the public spaces that don’t require admission.  Enjoy Arabic music spun by DJ Nadar, learn how to make your own version of King Tut’s death mask, and enjoy a live ritual dance performance of The Egyptian Journey of the Soul with members of the Velocity Circus dance troupe.

Wilsey Court
6:00–8:30 p.m.
Arabic music by DJ Nader: “Internationally Local.” Taking the international music scene to higher levels and connecting the globe, DJ Nader blends many types of music behind house beats while maintaining a Middle Eastern feel. No song is outdated, and no mix is too simple. The DJ Nader Show gives off a vibe that will make you feel good, with music that your body needs.

6:00–8:30 p.m.
Hands-on art making for everyone, with “art diva” Kim Erickson. Tut’s death mask is famous, but too fragile to travel out of Egypt. Make one of your own, and then have your picture taken by our mini gold pyramid.


Koret Auditorium
7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. (two seatings)
Special performance: Ekara, the Egyptian Journey of the Soul, by November Artists-in-Residence, Jim Berenholtz and Gregangelo, with Velocity Circus. A live ritual dance performance to original music by San Francisco composer Berenholtz, set to ancient Egyptian texts from the Book of the Dead, and featuring members of the Velocity Circus dance troupe. Free; tickets are required and available at Koret Auditorium from 5:30 p.m. while they last. Seating is limited and first come, first served; doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.