The Light of Kinara: A Kwanzaa Celebration by Djapo Cultural Arts Institute | Dec 19-22

Thu Dec 19 2024 at 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-05:00

Cleveland Public Theatre | Cleveland

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The Light of Kinara: A Kwanzaa Celebration by Djapo Cultural Arts Institute | Dec 19-22
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December 19, 2024 - December 22, 2024
7:30pm, Thu/Fri/Sat and 3:00pm, Sun, Gordon Square Theatre
This vibrant performance guides viewers from an invocation of unity to a final reflection on faith. It is more than a celebration of Kwanzaa—it is a powerful reminder of the enduring light within us all, a light that shines brightest when we come together as a community, honoring our heritage and illuminating a future grounded in shared values. The celebration features spoken word, music and dance.
ABOUT DJAPO CULTURAL INSTITUTE
In the Wolof language, Djapo means, “Together.” Considered one of the premier cultural arts organizations in Ohio, Djapo Cultural Arts Institute is a professional Performing Arts Company comprised of talented artists from around the world. Founded in 2009 by Artistic Director Talise A. Campbell, Djapo Cultural Arts has touched over 450,000 people through performances, school assemblies, residencies, and workshops. Thousands more have enjoyed Djapo’s artistry at their highly anticipated annual Juneteenth African Dance & Drum Festival and Concert, which draws people from all over the world. Djapo’s mission is to engage the community in the preservation and understanding of African diasporic works in music, dance, history and folklore through research, dialogue, community building, international travel and theatrical performance in order to foster collective learning and growth. With a repertory of over 40 works from Artistic Director Talise Campbell as well as other nationally esteemed choreographers, Djapo sends a message of diversity and inclusion. The company continually expands the reach of artistic possibilities, making long-lasting connections while celebrating the universal spirit of dance.
Photo of Djapo Cultural Arts Institute by Steve Wagner
The James Levin Theatre is ADA-compliant featuring a patron elevator and an all-gender, wheelchair accessible restroom.
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