Connected The Rhythm Lives Within Calling Us Home - Yacou Mbaye

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Connected, The Rhythm Lives Within, Calling Us Home - Yacou Mbaye
Monday 6 May 2024, 7pm
Marrickville Pavilion

Connected : The Rhythm within calling us home, was a work in development, exploring the interconnectedness of rhythm and music, songs and stories, past and present, the spirit world and the human world, that connects all cultures, across the globe. Contemporary dancer and musician Yacou, worked alongside 11 artists in a multidisciplinary work combining storytelling, music and dance in a cross-cultural production. The community was invited to see the work in development at an open rehearsal. The evening saw a packed audience, fully engaged and participating in interactive opportunities.

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Participating artists

Lucky Lartey Ro Celeste  Mariu Meneses Betervide

Pape Mbaye Rebecca Sheret

Mai Seligmann   Karen Davies   Nancy Dennis

Jess Dinh

Project Outcomes

Overview
80 people turned up to see this exciting new work by Yacou Mbaye, some industry professionals also attended and have showed interest in the show.

"Seeing the stories in my heart, coming together and the audience response was really special. The development of the material was also a highlight. The artists come from many countries, and we talked about the connection we all have with music, with our ancestors. The chance to create with talented musicians and artists, sharing culture".

"Cultural Connections gave me the chance to develop a creative project that I had not been able to before. Funding that supports local artists from diverse backgrounds is important".

Artists
12 artists were employed and part of the production including dancers, musicians, directors, creators and singers.
1 professional photographer attended the event.