[bfsa] African Brazilian Dance Performance-PGH

[Cameron Hughes]

That would be fantastic!


"Bonnie Young Laing, Ph.D" wrote:
> 
> Thought this African Brazilian Drumming and Dance performance might interest
> some members:
> 
> Nego Gato Presents http://negogato.org
> Navio Negreiro
> October 13-15
> The Kelly Strayhorn Theater
> 
> 5941 Penn Ave
> Pittsburgh, PA
> 
> October 13th- 8 p.m.
> October 14th- 10 a.m  1 p.m. 8 p.m.
> 
> October 15th- 7 p.m.
> 
> Tickets:$18.00 adults
> 
>         $12.00 children
> 
> Thunderous Drumming, acrobatic finesse, and a storyline stretching over five
> centuries highlight the most recent work created by the Nego Gato Music and
> Dance Ensemble with guest artist Paco Gomes. In Navio Negreiro-The Ships of
> Enslavement- the rhythms of the ancestors resonate in this tale that
> dramatizes the experience of those who traversed the tragedy of the Middle
> Passage yet emerged victorious. The story begins in Africa, carries the
> audience onto the ships of enslavement, and follows the African-Brazilians
> through the inspiring events of survival against insurmountable odds. The
> amazing costumes illuminate the stage as the performers dance a blend of
> traditional Afro-Brazilian movements and modern dance. This performance
> marks the first time that two incredible artists: Mestre Nego Gato
> <http://negogato.org/about_gato.html> , and International Choreographer Paco
> Gomes <http://negogato.org/NavioArtistBios.htm>  have collaborated to create
> a full-length concert event. The evening is propelled by the dynamic rhythms
> of the drum led by Director Mestre Nego Gato. Melodies which have survived
> centuries are sung as the performers mix Modern dance choreography with the
> spiritual dances of the African-Brazilian religion Candomble. Highlighting
> the performance are the dazzling athletic displays performed from the
> unbelievable Afro-Brazilian martial art known as Capoeira. Navio is sure to
> "edutain" audiences of all ages, don't miss it! To buy tickets see below!
> 
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