Tunisian street dancers compete for Paris spotlight: Video
The rhythmic energy of street dance took center stage at the Tunis Opera Theatre as Tunisia hosted the first Arab world edition of Juste Debout, a globally renowned street dance tournament originating in Paris.
The event, held as a qualifier for the 2025 world finals, brought together top dancers vying for a chance to compete in Paris on March 2.
Bruce Ykanji, the founder of Juste Debout, explained the tournament's unique focus: “This stage aims to identify top dancers who will advance to the world finals.” The competition exclusively celebrates upright dance styles, including popping, locking, house, and hip-hop new style.
French-Tunisian organiser Syhem Belkhodja reflected on the significance of the event’s name and its resonance with the Arab world. “‘Juste Debout’ [was launched] because we needed to stand up, whether in Tunisia or in any other Arab country. It was this term that really struck a chord with me as a young person,” she said.
