Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Spirit of Uganda

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Time: 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Price: Adult $45.00 • Child/Senior $40.00 • HSU $25.00

Where: Van Duzer Theatre , HSU Campus (download a campus map [pdf])

Contact: Center Arts; ; 707.826.4411

Summary:

To the melodic tones of standing drums, with dramatic choreography, bright, layered rhythms and gorgeous call-and-response vocals, a vibrant cast of performers, aged 8-18, bring to life the sounds and movements of East Africa. Ambassadors for Uganda’s 2.4 million orphans, these children personify the resilience and promise of Africa’s next generation as they promote awareness of Uganda’s dual crises of AIDS and civil war, and raise funds to support themselves and others displaced in their homeland.

“Young, proud, and marvelously spirited musicians and dancers. Whatever these performers do, in whatever different bright attire, they do with discipline, fervor, and joy. The pounding feet and agile bodies, the drums and vibrant human voices all send a message—one of courage and hope.”—Village Voice