The National Dance Company of Guinea - Les Ballets Africains | Dominion Energy SchoolTime Series

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am UTC-05:00

325 State St, New London, CT, United States, Connecticut 06320 | New London

Garde Arts Center
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The National Dance Company of Guinea - Les Ballets Africains | Dominion Energy SchoolTime Series
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Formed by distinguished Guinean choreographer Keita Fodeba in 1952 and recognized as the National Dance Company of the Republic of Guinea, Les Ballets Africains brings their inimitable blend of traditional dance, music, and storytelling to New London. Featuring striking demonstrations of spectacle, acrobatics, comedy and drama, Les Ballets Africains thrills audiences with the multilayered intensity of traditional polyrhythms, and the power of African percussion. Through their use of traditional dance, authentic Guinean instruments and costumes, the company proudly shares their culture and message of unity.
Les Ballets Africains has visited the four corners of the earth, sometimes remaining on tour for up to two years at a stretch, with the mission to foster a greater understanding of West Africa by sharing their art and culture with the rest of the world.


Recommended Grade Levels: K-12
Curriculum Connections: West African and Guinean history and culture, West African dance, music, and acrobatics

Tickets: $17 per person. Groups of 15 or more: $15 per person & groups will receive one free chaperone ticket with every 15 paid. Additional chaperone tickets available for $15 per person.
Special Assistance: The Garde is equipped with wheelchair seating positions and accessible bathrooms. Wireless listening systems are available by reservation. Please indicate special needs at the time of your reservation. Wheelchair seating is available in the orchestra only.
TICKETS or QUESTIONS: Call the Garde Box Office at (860) 444-7373 ext 1. or email [email protected]
Please Note: Due to time constraints the Garde requires that students arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to performance time.
This performance is part of the DOMINION ENERGY SCHOOLTIME PERFORMANCE SERIES
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