The Illinois-Sao Paulo Chapter of Partners of the Americas is proud to present a 10 day exchange with Sao Paulo-based African Dance and Drumming performance artist Fanta Konate’s cultural mission to Chicago December 1-10. Fanta will reach out to 1000’s in the Chicago area with dance and rhythm workshops showcasing Guinean influence on Brazilian music, including the following public events:
African Sensory Experience
Friday, December 3, 2010 6-10 pm
Suggested Donation $20
Presented in partnership with Jane Addams Hull-House Museum
The University of Illinois at Chicago
800 S. Halsted
RSVP to ksuzanne@uic.edu
Fanta Konatê and Luis Kinugawa of the Africa Viva Institute present an African Sensory Experience. Engaging all senses, this workshop shares the deep culture of Guinea Conakry with participants, combining a history of the region with participatory dance and rhythm workshop and culminating with a taste of West African flavors in a typical Guinean meal.
African Dance & Percussion Workshop
Saturday, December 4, 2010 2-5 pm
FREE
Presented in partnership with Gingarte Capoeira Chicago
1501 West Chicago Avenue
Dance workshop and presentation with Fanta Konate and Luis Kinugawa, with potluck to follow. Come early for Capoeira Roda for kids and adults, presented by Gingarte Capoeira.
West Africa Dance Introductory Class with Fanta Konate
Saturday, December 10, 2010 2-4 pm
FREE
Presented in partnership with praxis place/CCBdance Project
1474 North Milwaukee Ave., Third Floor
Register at celiaandchristianbambaradance@gmail.com
Dance workshop and presentation with Fanta Konate and Luis Kinugawa, with potluck to follow.