Ibadi - a 2004 project, went on a National Tour in 2004, representing the energy and excitement of African culture.The piece was devised and performed by local, as well as international artists. The performance included a variety of dances from all different parts of West Africa such as Atilogwu from Anambra State, Apepe from Ogun State and Swange from Benue State.
Our favourite part of the day was practising our performances. We think our parents and relatives really enjoyed it. We would appreciate it if they could come back again so that children that have not yet become part of this school can enjoy it, we are sure that the younger children will appreciate it as well.”
Head - Our Lady Immaculate, Liverpool
Testimonial
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Ibadi - Harmonising Inner Expression
Theme Background
Visual arts
Drama
Dance
Music
Drama
Dance
Music
Flash of
Lightning
Lightning
Rhythms of African Dance (ROAD)
Ibadi
- Harmonising inner expression!
- Harmonising inner expression!
Ariya
- Celebration of Life
- Celebration of Life
Pantheon
of Deities
of Deities
Igbekun (Bondage)
Past Projects
Dances are sacred, holding deeply symbolic meanings and significance. Africa has got a wide range of ethnic groups, languages, beliefs, cultures and costumes, but dance unites.
West African dances start from the waist: West African believe strongly in making use of their waist when dancing, which gives them the great ability to wiggle - the dances are not completed without including the wiggling. The Yoruba people of mainly the Western part of Nigeria, therefore will say Ibadi ni ijo wa "meaning; The dance is on the waist".
Ibadi was a powerful performance combining rhythms,vocals, acrobatics, poetry, dance and drama. The show was a delight to all the senses, feauturing elaborate costumes, energetic drumming and tight dance routines.
The project was supported by: Arts Council England, Liverpool Culture Company and Powys Environment and Development Education Centre (PEDEC).
They also took part in the follow:
West African dances start from the waist: West African believe strongly in making use of their waist when dancing, which gives them the great ability to wiggle - the dances are not completed without including the wiggling. The Yoruba people of mainly the Western part of Nigeria, therefore will say Ibadi ni ijo wa "meaning; The dance is on the waist".
Ibadi was a powerful performance combining rhythms,vocals, acrobatics, poetry, dance and drama. The show was a delight to all the senses, feauturing elaborate costumes, energetic drumming and tight dance routines.
The project was supported by: Arts Council England, Liverpool Culture Company and Powys Environment and Development Education Centre (PEDEC).
They also took part in the follow:
