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Typical of many African dances, this program gives artistic expression to a common facet of Nigerian village life—playtime. The choreography combines the strong, energetic, rhythmic footwork and gestures of African dance with movements that communicate the unfettered joy of Nigerian children at play. Students will enjoy comparing African games with their own and discovering the common threads that bind them to children half a world away.
Manga African Dance
Manga African Dance was founded in 1990 by Ramatu Afegbua-Sabbatt. The ensemble provides schools with authentic programs and also trains aspiring performers interested in West African dance. Manga performed at the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Centennial Olympic Games in 1996. The company's high-energy repertoire includes dances and rhythms from Ghana, Senegal, Guinea, Gambia, Liberia, South Africa and Nigeria.
A recipient of several awards, Manga received the John Lewis office's Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition in 2005 and 2006 as well as special recognition from the National Council of Arts and Culture in Oshogbo for "Great Authentic work in the USA."
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Grade Level:
K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Program Type:
Assembly
Audience Limit:
300
Duration:
40 minutes
Requirements:
2 microphones; 3 armless chairs; small table; 3 easels; clean performance space; 2 dressing rooms (not bathrooms)
Cost:
Single Assembly: $505
Two Back To Back Assemblies: $660
Three Back To Back Assemblies: $1193
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