Welcome to Dakar, Senegal. A Day of Sabar Dance, Drumming, and Song
Schedule
Sun Oct 20 2024 at 12:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Trinity Centre | Bristol, EN
About this Event
Building on the success of the Sabar Family Festival, we’re thrilled to invite you to the Sabar Family Workshop Series, running from October 2024 to March 2025!
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Join us for WORKSHOP 1: Welcome to Dakar: Wolof Senegal!
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Prepare for an immersive day celebrating the rich traditions of Sabar from Senegal. This workshop features not ONE, but THREE exceptional international guest instructors, offering workshops in:
Dance: Experience the lively movements that define Sabar dance and learn traditional and contemporary styles.
Drumming: Get hands-on with the powerful rhythms of Sabar drumming and discover its cultural significance.
Singing: Engage in the vibrant songs that accompany Sabar, exploring their meanings and history.
Date: Sunday 20th October / 12:00-17:00
Location: Trinity Centre, Trinity Road, Bristol, BS2 0NW
Schedule:
12-13:30 - Sabar Drumming & Song / International Guest Teachers Salif Dieng & Ndeye Thiam
13:45-15:15 - Sabar Dance (Contemporary/Modern Style) / International Guest Teacher Adja Yaccine
15:30-17:00 - Sabar Dance (Traditional & Working on Solos) / Bristol-based Dance Artist Batch Gueye
For more information, visit our website (https://batchgueye.com/sabarfamilydance/about-sabar-family/) or reach out at [email protected]
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We still have 4 Youth Bursary spaces left in Bristol!
Program Benefits:
Performing Arts Training: Learn from world-class artists and deeper cultural arts training.
Mentorship: Guidance from professional creatives and organisers for sustainable careers in the arts.
Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Experience cultural arts events, networking opportunities, and work experience in the cultural and performing arts sector.
What’s Included?
Free access to all Sabar Family workshops in Bristol (Oct 2024 - Mar 2025)
Transport costs covered
Who can Apply?
15-25 years old youth of African heritage, based in Bristol
Commitment: Attend Sabar Family workshops in Bristol and fill out evaluation questionnaires at three time points.
Ambassadorship: Support PR and outreach as a youth ambassador.
Interested? Get in contact with us today! Email us [email protected] or message us on instagram @batch_gueyeofficial
Where is it happening?
Trinity Centre, Trinity Road, Bristol, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 16.96 to GBP 44.04
