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Breaking the Norm: Street Dancing in Yerevan

YEREVAN (A.W.)—There are a lot of things going on below the surface in Yerevan. While most people are stuck on the tourist sites, consumer boutiques, and stereotypes of the past, a new generation of youth are embracing fresh ideas and alternative subcultures. Case in point: More than 200 people gathered recently for a street dance competition in the heart of Yerevan (just

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Serouj Aprahamian

Serouj Aprahamian has always been actively involved in the Armenian community. From 2007-2009, he served as the Capital Gateway Program Director for the Armenian National Committee of America in DC, while obtaining a Master's in International Relations from American University. He also served for three years as the Executive Director of the AYF Western Region and has contributed regularly to the Armenian Weekly, Haytoug, and Asbarez. He is currently a correspondent of the Armenian Weekly in Yerevan.

3 Comments

  1. It is great to see the youth have found an avenue to express themselves. It is through our youth that the Armenian heritage will continue in strength and mission.

  2. Sad that a country with such unique culture is being saturated by cultureless American hip-hop. Even if break dancing has mostly gone out of style in its country of origin. Maybe in 15 years dubstep will finally reach Armenia. *sigh* Teens think their fads will last forever.

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