Celebrate the legacy of Nelson Mandela with Colourful Radio DJs, poetry & Afro-Contemporary dance performances
Celebrate the legacy of Nelson Mandela with Colourful Radio DJs, poetry & Afro-Contemporary dance performances at The Africa Centre
2018 marks the centenary of the birth of Nelson Mandela. To celebrate his legacy, a series of events, presented in collaboration with Union Dance and Muntu Arts, explores the theme of inspired leadership in the 21st century.
Reflection Route features an original Contemporary Afro dance performance by choreographer Sarita Piotrowski. Set to a hypnotic South African soundtrack, Sarita and Afro dance specialist Ofelia Omoyele Balogun will perform alongside South African poet Leeto Thale to honour Madiba through unique and dynamic presentations.
“In the lead up to the 100th anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s birth on 18th July 2018, The Africa Centre & Colourful Radio are delighted to be honouring the legacy of Nelson Mandela by hosting an evening of music, dance & poetry celebrating the culture of Africa and its diaspora. The evening is presented by Union Dance and Karina H Maynard as part of the Nelson Mandela 100 Centenary Programme.” – Kenneth Olumuyiwa Tharp CBE
Audiences will be welcomed by Kenneth Olumuyiwa Tharp CBE, Director of The Africa Centre & Kofi Kusitor MBE, Founder of Colourful Radio.
Music
From Afrobeat to Soul, Hip Hop and Jazz Funk, Colourful Radio DJs Jazzi Q, Pete Mello & Sammy Sam will provide uplifting, energetic rhythms throughout the night.
Friday 6th July 2018 | 6pm to midnight
Tickets £8 via Eventbrite:
