The African Festival 2013 featuring African Drummers, Dance and Theater at Select Citywalk, Plot #A3, District Centre, Saket > 12noon-11pm on 3rd-7th July 2013
Time : 12 noon - 11:00 pm
Entry : Free (Seating on First-Come First-Served basis)
Area : Saket
Event Description : The African Festival 2013 featuring African Drummers, Dance and Theater
If you see a visually stunning acrobatic performance, a mighty African statue under the high ceilings- of Saket’s Select CITYWALK, chances are you have just witnessed the ongoing “Afro Festival”. A breathtaking beautiful show of juggling arts, dramatic street entertainment and an exhibition of sculptures and paintings have been put together to celebrate the vibrant culture of Africa. The festival plans to open on 3rd July with creative artworks and cultural display till 7th July, followed by Acrobat performance on 6th July 2013.
The Afro festival brings to life the experience of its people as a living and dynamic tradition that continues to evolve at the turn of the 21st century. To increase public understanding and appreciation of African art and culture, the festival is devoted exclusively to African way of life. This stunning exhibition integrates everyday life of the people, related objects with paintings and performances and interaction with the artists. As will be seen throughout the performances and exhibits, the Festival aims to create representations of society that draw upon the past to meet the challenges of the present. This major festival presents exquisite examples of eclectic art and sculptures from Africa. Many of the works on exhibit are part of the AfroAdna exhibition which was held in April this year. Featuring works of Thomas Ongon'ga, Michael Soi, Edward Orato, Dennis Muragiri and James Oluoch, each creation showcases the artist’s mood, aesthetics and personal journey of creating their pieces of art. Themes explored in this exhibit are inspired by everyday activities of people in Africa, warrior-clans and wildlife. The artists’ interpretation of their work is grounded in the belief that “The people of Africa have created an extraordinary cultural heritage, deeply embedded in a beautiful yet fragile physical environment”. The colors in the art work are bright and bold in shades of red, ochre-yellow and ebony black.
To celebrate the fun spirit, feast upon the acrobatic experience that blends circus arts with the surreal to create a world where physical strength rubs shoulders with the dare devil acts. The Jambo acrobats are backed by foot thumping Afro Caribbean music. Two acrobats each holding on to large rings that suddenly make them airborne, with a third one reaching out for them to add drama. You will be forgiven for believing that people are flying in mall. They toss their spinning props across the stage to one another. And just when you think this is over the top, they amaze you with a finale that is probably, for anyone else on earth, impossible to perform. Look out for choreographed entertainment as you watch jugglers performing tricks and catching tossing balls in seconds. The multimedia displays are magnificent, followed by acts of bottle balancing, fire eating and the unbeatable fire limbo. The magnificent and daring act is performed effortlessly under the limbo pole- the height of a beer bottle. The table bricks balancing act is also featured with precision, balance and stamina.
Make sure you visit this event and wave a Jambo, which means hello in Swahili.
Related Events : Dance | Theatre | Music
Entry : Free (Seating on First-Come First-Served basis)
Place : Select Citywalk, Plot #A3, District Centre, Saket, New Delhi - 110017
Venue Info : www.selectcitywalk.com | Map | Nearest Metro Station - 'Malviya Nagar (Yellow Line) Exit Gate - 3'Area : Saket
Event Description : The African Festival 2013 featuring African Drummers, Dance and Theater
If you see a visually stunning acrobatic performance, a mighty African statue under the high ceilings- of Saket’s Select CITYWALK, chances are you have just witnessed the ongoing “Afro Festival”. A breathtaking beautiful show of juggling arts, dramatic street entertainment and an exhibition of sculptures and paintings have been put together to celebrate the vibrant culture of Africa. The festival plans to open on 3rd July with creative artworks and cultural display till 7th July, followed by Acrobat performance on 6th July 2013.
The Afro festival brings to life the experience of its people as a living and dynamic tradition that continues to evolve at the turn of the 21st century. To increase public understanding and appreciation of African art and culture, the festival is devoted exclusively to African way of life. This stunning exhibition integrates everyday life of the people, related objects with paintings and performances and interaction with the artists. As will be seen throughout the performances and exhibits, the Festival aims to create representations of society that draw upon the past to meet the challenges of the present. This major festival presents exquisite examples of eclectic art and sculptures from Africa. Many of the works on exhibit are part of the AfroAdna exhibition which was held in April this year. Featuring works of Thomas Ongon'ga, Michael Soi, Edward Orato, Dennis Muragiri and James Oluoch, each creation showcases the artist’s mood, aesthetics and personal journey of creating their pieces of art. Themes explored in this exhibit are inspired by everyday activities of people in Africa, warrior-clans and wildlife. The artists’ interpretation of their work is grounded in the belief that “The people of Africa have created an extraordinary cultural heritage, deeply embedded in a beautiful yet fragile physical environment”. The colors in the art work are bright and bold in shades of red, ochre-yellow and ebony black.
To celebrate the fun spirit, feast upon the acrobatic experience that blends circus arts with the surreal to create a world where physical strength rubs shoulders with the dare devil acts. The Jambo acrobats are backed by foot thumping Afro Caribbean music. Two acrobats each holding on to large rings that suddenly make them airborne, with a third one reaching out for them to add drama. You will be forgiven for believing that people are flying in mall. They toss their spinning props across the stage to one another. And just when you think this is over the top, they amaze you with a finale that is probably, for anyone else on earth, impossible to perform. Look out for choreographed entertainment as you watch jugglers performing tricks and catching tossing balls in seconds. The multimedia displays are magnificent, followed by acts of bottle balancing, fire eating and the unbeatable fire limbo. The magnificent and daring act is performed effortlessly under the limbo pole- the height of a beer bottle. The table bricks balancing act is also featured with precision, balance and stamina.
Make sure you visit this event and wave a Jambo, which means hello in Swahili.
Related Events : Dance | Theatre | Music
The African Festival 2013 featuring African Drummers, Dance and Theater at Select Citywalk, Plot #A3, District Centre, Saket > 12noon-11pm on 3rd-7th July 2013
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