Performance
West African Experience (Grade levels Pre K – 12) In this high-energy performance, students will experience the rhythms, dances, and songs of West Africa. Treat your students to a program that is both educational and fun! Q & A time follows the show. Duration: 50 min.
Workshop
Discover West African Rhythm through Drumming and Dance (Grade levels K – 12) In this workshop, students will learn the three basic sounds of the African djembe. They will also learn basic techniques of hand drumming, focusing on drumming styles found in the Ivory Coast. Q & A with the artist follows. Duration: 50 min.
Artist will provide up to 30 drums per classroom. Requires armless chairs set in a circle.
Residency
West African Drumming and Dance Residency (Grade levels K – 12 and colleges) This is a great way for students to be immersed in the culture of West Africa. They will learn about the rhythms, songs, and languages found in the villages of the Ivory Coast. Residencies will be custom tailored to fit your students’ needs. Performance may be included with students participating. Residency can be day long to a week or two.
Troupe shows for larger events and festivals
Experience West Africa through drumming and dance with colorful costumes, masks, and native rhythms and songs. See Gue-Pelou, a powerful, awe-inspiring mask danced on stilts. Master dancers and drummers will amaze you with their exciting displays of incredible energy and talent. An unforgettable experience!
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