The magnificent Azem palace in Damascus has been chosen as the venue for a festival themed on the pasha (Ottoman Governor) and his court. A troupe in colorful historical dress, accompanied by local music and a folk dancing team, receives the attendees for the Pasha's reception party. Sword dancers and a horseback cavalry escort the invitees through the specially decorated narrow alleys of Damascus to the Palace Ottoman clad guards greet the party with an arched passage of raised swords leading through to the yard, where festivities commence with Darweech dancers and Samah Andalusian dance troupe. Guests are invited to join in and learn the steps of the dances. Following a colorful and rich dinner banquet, the pasha is announced to appear as the highlight of the evening. Instead, audiovisual sets, which have been carefully concealed, are suddenly revealed to present the product to be launched. The mystery of the pasha's court can truly be felt. Sound and complete the show.