Sarab is a new contemporary dance collective based in Amman and led by artistic director and dancer Sarah Faouri.

About us

Sarab is a new contemporary dance collective based in Amman and led by artistic director and dancer Sarah Faouri. Following its debut in June 2024, the collective seeks to produce original, high-quality contemporary dance performances throughout the year.

Sarab’s broader mission is to foster meaningful connections through movement, push creative boundaries, and redefine the medium of contemporary dance. Sarab is also committed to the artistic growth and personal development of its dancers, ensuring that they continue to evolve and excel in their craft.

Affiliation with Bank al Etihad

Sarab is an initiative of Bank al Etihad Foundation. Bank al Etihad has been a long-standing supporter of arts and culture in Jordan.

Artistic Director

Sarah Al-Faouri

Artistic Director

Sarah Faouri began dancing at the National Center for Culture and Arts in Amman at the age of six. After completing her Royal Academy of Dance examination, Sarah continued her professional training at Danceworks Berlin, from which she graduated with a degree in contemporary dance and choreography in 2021. Sarah has performed works by renowned choreographers such as Christina Mertzani, Heidi Weiss, and Michael Langeneckert at various theaters across Berlin. Additionally, she choreographed for and performed with MISK Dance Company at the Amman Contemporary Dance Festival in 2022 and 2023. Sarah now heads the dance department at the Amman Institute of Performing Arts and leads the Sarab Dance Collective, both initiatives of Bank al Etihad Foundation.