Orientale

Orientale is a MENAHT music and dance collective based out of Denver, Colorado. Since 2023, manager and head dancer Angela Merlano and band lead Charles Graham have collaborated to bring Middle Eastern magic to the Front Range and neighboring cities. With saxophone, doumbek, oud, and riq, Orientale creates an unforgettable atmosphere and cultural appreciation that matters. Mixing live belly dance performances with music is what makes Orientale unique as a collective and community. Highlights of Orientale’s career include being hired by the Downtown Denver Partnership, getting contracted by South Suburban Parks & Recreation, and creating community shows at several local cafes and restaurants across the Denver Metro area.