Thank you for joining us in February 2009. We hope you will join us in February 2010 for next year's celebrations!
February 2009 Schedule:
WEEKEND 1
From Africa to the World
If Africa is the birth place of human life, the drum is the heartbeat. The festival’s first weekend (Feb 7-8) explores the drum and its relationship to music, dance and storytelling. Performers such as Baobab Afrikan Arts present Sabar Dance and Drum. Ijo Vudu Dance International explores the roots of the legacy of dance and drumming with Voyage Afrique while Griot performances combine storytelling with drumming.
In addition, the second annual Kuumba Choreographers Congress uncovers the influences of African dance in the “street beats” of urban dance.
And for the first time, Harbourfront Centre hosts Somaliwood, a films series that tells the stories of Somalians through both dramatic and documentary films.
WEEKEND 2
Anniversaries and Celebrations
Harbourfront Centre celebrates the anniversaries of three prominent Toronto-based African-Canadian arts organizations and individuals, including A Different Booklist, the Muhtadi International Drum Festival and Up from the Roots. The weekend also features the amazing comedy styling of Kenny Robinson’s Nubian Disciples All-Black Comedy Revue with a free afternoon all-ages showcase and a special Valentines adults-only ticketed show.
SEARCH THE SITE
| Education | eNewsletter | Donate | Marine | Venue Rentals | Visitor Info | Volunteer |
|
Come learn in a dynamic, enlightening and inclusive place that bridges the gap between learning and contemporary culture. |
Expose Yourself | Media | Purchase | Contact us | Submissions |
Get involved | Jobs | Site Map | Privacy | Legal
