PROGRAMMING
Victoria BC, November 30th, 2017
‘United
by Our Heritage & MEET THE ROOTS’
It
is under this strong uniting theme that Victorians will celebrate the
26th edition of Black History Month: more than 20 cultural and social
activities revolving around the achievements of the Black community.
From January 13st through the 28th, the public is invited to get to know
Black culture in all its forms, as infused into all these shows,
exhibitions, conferences, screenings, and galas.
The
public will have the chance to get a glimpse of the artistic world of
the African legacy –
-MAMADOU
DIABATÉ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfkEzpFAc7o)
. Mamadou
Diabate was born into a traditional musician family (Sambla people)
in Burkina Faso (West Africa), with a long tradition of practicing
the profession of storytelling and music making.
-
The choreographer and dancer MERLIN NYAKAM
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGzSlWzwK_4)
.
Born
in Cameroon, Merlin has reached an international status for his
interpretations and teachings of African and Afro-Contemporary dance.
Merlin has and continues to enchant audiences around the world.
Special
guests will include the Montreal-based African flutist Laso Sanou,
(African harp & Percussion)
Ottawa-based percussionist Akra Soumah as well as our local and regional artists.
Ottawa-based percussionist Akra Soumah as well as our local and regional artists.
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Black History Month 2018 Launch
Wednesday, January 31, 2018 |
Antechamber- Victoria City Hall , 1, Centennial Square| 5 - 8 pm.
Light dinner will be served.
P.S. Donations will be welcome
to help offset the cost of hosting this event.
RSVP: vaccsociety@gmail.com
TRUE ROLE MODELS:
We
all need role models – people that inspire us to outdo ourselves.
Production Pulchérie Mboussi/Black History Month shares profiles of
people within Black communities who, through their accomplishments,
have had a remarkable impact on our society.
Often
working in the shadows, these women and men have avoided potential
pitfalls through their uncommon devotion, determination, and passion
until they finally reached their dreams. Productions Pulchérie
Mboussi/ Black History Month is keen to pay tribute to such
individuals by letting others know about their varied
accomplishments. Those selected as laureates will be presented in the
Black History Month Magazine available free of charge. The BHM
Magazine is the heart of Black History Month.
Each laureate
profile contains within it a lifetime of effort. Their journeys lend
confidence to every generation, particularly young people who are
visible minorities and whose sense of identity is still forming.
These 5 positive figures contribute to the common good of our
society and are deserving of this spotlight.
ISSAMBA
SHOWS
Prepare to be captivated
from very the first sound. Deeply immerse yourself in African roots
through African instruments, traditional rhythms, and a fusion of
dancing styles. Let the rhythm move you and don’t repress the urge
participate! Witness a spectacle of the senses with Issamba.
February 1st, 2018 –
8:00 - 10:00 P.M. (Door open @ 7:30)
Mary Winspear Centre - Charlie White Theatre
2243 Beacon Ave, Sidney BC V8L 1W9
February 2nd, 2018
8:00 - 10:00 P.M. (Door open @ 7:30)
Beban Park Recreation Center
2300 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9R 1Z7
February 3rd, 2018
8:00 - 10:00 P.M. (Door open @ 7:30)
TheWise Hall Lounge
1882 Adanac Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V5L 2E2
General admission: Adv. $30 -
door: $40 for all
ISSAMBA
is an exquisite presentation of artistry from all five African
regions united through a single show that feature for the first time,
directly from Austria, we are pleased to present world-renowned
Master balafon
-MAMADOU DIABATÉ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfkEzpFAc7o . Mamadou Diabate was born into a traditional musician family (Sambla people) in Burkina Faso (West Africa), with a long tradition of practising the profession of storytelling and music making.
-MAMADOU DIABATÉ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfkEzpFAc7o . Mamadou Diabate was born into a traditional musician family (Sambla people) in Burkina Faso (West Africa), with a long tradition of practising the profession of storytelling and music making.
-
The choreographer and dancer MERLIN NYAKAM
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGzSlWzwK_4).
Born
in Cameroon, Merlin has reached an international status for his
interpretations and teachings of African and Afro-Contemporary dance.
Merlin has and continues to enchant audiences around the world.
Special
guests will include the Montreal-based African flutist Laso
Sanou,
Ottawa-based percussionist Akra Soumah as well as our local and regional artists.
Ottawa-based percussionist Akra Soumah as well as our local and regional artists.
Prepare
to be captivated from very the first sound. Deeply immerse yourself
in African roots through African instruments, traditional rhythms,
and a fusion of dancing styles. Let the rhythm move you and don’t
repress the urge to participate! Witness a spectacle of the senses
with Issamba.
TRANSCEND YOUR SENSES and
become the rhythm.
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MOVIE
SCREENING & PANEL DISCUSSION
In collaboration with La Société
francophone de Victoria.
Film Screening & Panel Discussion:
Michaëlle Jean - A WOMAN OF PURPOSE
MICHAËLLE JEAN: A WOMAN OF
PURPOSE
A film by
Jean-Daniel Lafond
A film by
Jean-Daniel Lafond
Production: NFB and InformAction
Thursday, February 15, 2018 | École
Victor-Brodeur | 6:30 - 9 pm.
https://bhm2018moviescreeningpaneldiscussion.eventbrite.ca
https://bhm2018moviescreeningpaneldiscussion.eventbrite.ca
In 2005, Michaëlle Jean became the Governor General of Canada. A dedicated journalist and citizen of the world, she devoted her mandate to youth, women, Indigenous people, and culture, promoting social change and international diplomacy. In 2010, the tragic earthquake in Haiti took her back to her native land.Michaëlle Jean: A Woman of Purpose is an insider’s look and a thoughtful portrait of the woman and the stateswoman.
P.S. Donations will be welcome to help
offset the cost of hosting this event.
Light
dinner will be served.
CLOSING
GALA
Saturday,
February 24, 2018 | Cedar Hill Recreation Center, 3220 Cedar Hill
Road | 6:30 - 12:30 a.m.
General
admission: Adv. $30 - door: $40
The Closing Gala is a festive night of educational, entertainment, food, music, and memorable speakers.. Celebrating our 26th Canadian commemoration of Black legacy and honoring our community True Role Models.
This Gala will be an elegant affair, featuring a Caribbean dinner, followed by a dance party
The
closing night for the 26th edition of Black History Month will be
held in the Auditorium of Cedar Hill Recreation Center on 3220 Cedar
hill Road from 6:30 to 11:30p.m.
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Other event
Wednesday
6- Thursday8, February , 2018 | CDI College | 950 King St.
Dancing with Merlin NYAKAM you will have the unique opportunity
to discover a body work based on the use of energy from the earth to the sky as
part of African dance and rhythms.
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MEET THE ROOTS
Friday, February 9, 2018 | École
Victor-Brodeur
In
collaboration with La Société francophone de Victoria.
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