Ilie Brăileanu
Ilie Brăileanu is a prominent choreographer and director of the National Children’s Calus Festival, known for his dedication to preserving and promoting the traditional Romanian dance of Calus. He has played a pivotal role in adapting the Calus tradition to contemporary contexts, ensuring its continuation among younger generations while maintaining its cultural authenticity. His efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic led to the revival of local Calus festivities, allowing children and families to reconnect with this ancient ritual.
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Ilie Brăileanu is the director of the festival and has contributed significantly to its success.
Orașul cu 2.000 de copii-dansatori pe străzi. Cum au ajuns copiii românilor din Italia să joace călușul oltenesc
Romania· 2025-06-22
Ilie Brăileanu is the choreographer and director of the festival, discussing the importance of preserving the authenticity of the calus tradition.
Obiceiul de Rusalii pe care pandemia l-a readus în curtea sătenilor. „Era văzut aproape ca vizita preotului pentru sfintele sărbători”Romania· 2025-06-07
