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Weekend of Feb 7 - 8: From Africa to the World

Join us as we celebrate the rich history of the African drum and its relationship to music, dance and storytelling.

 

Weekend of Feb 14 - 15: Anniversaries and Celebrations

Honouring the anniversaries of three iconic Toronto organizations: A Different Booklist book store, the Muhtadi International Drum Festival and Up from the Roots.

 
Saturday, February 7, 2009
12:00PM Sabar Drum and Dance with Daniel Joof and Tamsir Seck:

Led by acclaimed Masters from West Africa presented with Baobab Afrikan Arts.



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1:00PM - 6:00PM HarbourKIDS: African Wall Hangings:

Create fabric wall hangings inspired by African arts and culture with artist Nazreth Mebrathu.



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2:00PM Screening: Somali Voices:

A compelling documentary featuring over one hundred Somali people from across the globe.



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2:00PM Griots with Katenen "Cheka" Dioubaté:

From the Mandé peoples of western Africa, enjoy the sounds of Katenen "Cheka" Dioubaté who will perform a variety of Griot music.



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2:00PM - 8:00PM Somaliwood:

Exploring Somali culture from the world capital of Somali filmmaking, Columbus, Ohio, with OLOL Film Production.



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2:30PM Benne Wafers - Family Cooking Class:

Rising Chefs Culinary Centre presents an African-focused dish cooking class for families.



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5:00PM Hiplife
Hosted by Trixx featuring Bonital L and Stevano UGO:

Music and dance in traditional Ghanaian fusion of highlife and hip hop.



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5:30PM Meet the Artists! Q&A:

Learn about Somali culture and the making of Somaliwood with OLOL founder, Abdisalam Aato and actress Faduma Nakruma, Yasmin.



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7:00PM Screening: Ambad (Lost):

A tragic story of hope, triumph, and redemption with an all-star Somaliwood cast.



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8:00PM Kuumba Choreographer's Congress with five of Toronto's finest choreographers: