Sounds of Hope -- Masankho & Bokomosso Youth
Washington DC, DC
Friday, January 18th from 6:30 to 10pm
On Friday the 18th of January Join Masankho + other Interplayers and the Bokomosso Youth from South Africa for an evening of improvised music and dance and the amazing sounds and dances of these youth from South Africa.
Every Friday night good folks (of all ages, shapes, sizes and colors) have gathered here for Good Music, Good Food for a Good Cause. Dinner and desserts are served (by volunteers) starting at 7, then we're treated to 2 different acts of music (or spoken word, or African Drumming and Dancing). These Sounds bring Hope to the community because every Friday night the ticket sales benefit a different charity.
Doors open at 7 PM with the show beginning as early as 7:30 PM. Call for details 510 931 7874.
Cost: $15 to $50 sliding scale
Registration/Information: 510/931-7874
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Masankho is a multi - disciplinary Performing Artist, Certified InterPlay Leader, Educator and PeaceBuilder. He brings many unique perspectives to his work around the world. He learned the fine arts of storytelling and dance from his Malawian culture spending many long days and nights listening to stories and dancing to music that captivated his mind, shaped his being, nourished his soul and strengthened his spirit. Using performing arts Masankho motivates and inspires people of all ages to work together to bring about peace, social justice and cultural understanding. In 1997, he started UCanDanc—African Healing Arts to bring his passion for dance and storytelling to communities around the world. Masankho has been a Certified InterPlay Leader since 1999.
Masankho can also be reached at these phone numbers: +265 99 255 5338 or 88 113 8655 (available on Whatsapp / FaceTime)
Also: Skype : kamsisi
Facebook / Twitter: storytelling4u