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SUMMARY:Afro Urban Dance Workshop Vol. 8
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the eighth instalment of our workshop series highlighting modern dance styles from Africa and the Afro-Diaspora! A celebration & recognition of popular Afro-Diasporic dances that will allow you to delve deep into movements and education about African traditional\, street and social dances contributing to the urban setting of Calgary. Register by clicking on the links below! \nWORKSHOP DETAILS: \nPart 1 – Saturday\, July 15\, 2023 (10 am – 3 pm)\nWesley Ruzibiza – Germaine Acogny contemporary\nKeiron Sargaent – Caribbean Folk\nRegistration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/653337478987 \nPart 2 – Saturday\, July 22\, 2023 (10 am – 3 pm)\nImania Detry – Sabar Traditional and Mbalax\nOmari Wiles – Vogue Femme\nRegistration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/653352393597 \nPart 3 – Saturday\, July 29\, 2023 (10 am – 3 pm)\nOmari Wiles – South African Footwork\nAkosua Akoto – Coupé Décalé\nRegistration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/653358652317 \nLimited space is available! See you there!
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/afro-urban-dance-workshop-vol-8/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Woezo Africa Music &amp%3B Dance Theatre Inc.":MAILTO:info@woezoafrica.com
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SUMMARY:Woezo Africa Cultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:We are back with the third installment of the Woezo Africa Cultural Festival (WACF)! The Woezo Africa Cultural Festival aims to share and educate the community at large on the level of artistry and innovation that exists within African culture and African Diasporic history through a series of interactive activities\, artisan demonstrations\, cultural performances and workshops that will be delivered virtually. \nOn August 26th and 27th\, participants can expect two days filled with African music and dance performances\, family-friendly arts and crafts workshops\, a bustling cultural fair\, an immersive visual art and jam session\, and a community-oriented networking mixer all held within the lovely atmosphere of Downtown Calgary. \nWe believe that African\, Caribbean and Black cultural practices have a place in the mainstream. We are driven by a desire to advocate for our unique art forms through broader community exposure to the rich\, dynamic\, and inviting cultures of peoples of African descent. The festival encourages the Calgary community to engage in events that challenge dominant culture and more accurately represents the diversity of the city\, and Canada as a whole. \nAll communities are welcome to join us for the WACF in learning\, participating in and viewing many creative mediums enriched with the history of African culture. Try something new\, or join it all – we are excited to share a piece of our culture with you! \nRegister at https://2022WACF.eventbrite.ca
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/woezo-africa-cultural-festival-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210921T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164126
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SUMMARY:Chat & Chew
DESCRIPTION:A monthly grassroots gathering for the collective re-imagining of an equitable and just future for the arts in Calgary. \nWe want to invite you into an initiative that started up in Calgary in June 2020. A number of us see the importance of keeping equity\, diversity\, inclusion\, and accessibility (EDIA) concerns front and centre as we go through so much change everywhere including the arts sector. Gatherings will be facilitated by the Cultural Instigators (CI)*. Once a month we will gather to collectively discuss topics of EDIA through an anti-racist lens to get grassroots ideas and actions going. Have a question or a proposal for future conversation topics and themes? Send an e-mail to citizenartistsyyc@gmail.com. \nUPCOMING TOPIC \nSeptember 21 from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Are you ready to hear the truth? \nThe day before Treaty 7 Day\, the Indigenous led spiral of the Cultural Instigators–Kelli Morningbull\, Riel Manywounds\, Jarret Twoyoungmen and Jared Tailfeathers–invite you to listen to invited elders and community speak on how to honour Every Child Matters in practice. \nThe current number of children found at Residential schools is 6\,509+. As Indigenous nations and families continue to investigate\, grieve\, and finally bring their lost family home\, those responsible have yet to be charged for these crimes against humanity. Next month\, there will be a change of policy makers. What will they be doing to effect change and hold the government and church accountable? \nAre you ready to hear the truth about a legacy of extraction and colonialism on the stolen lands of Indigenous peoples\, where settlers now occupy with Treaty? \nCultural Instigators (CI) is an initiative to support artists involved in building equity\, diversity\, inclusion and accessibility in their work to organize and to create artistic projects that build the community’s capacity to confront social issues\, through an anti-racist framework. CI is funded by but not led by Calgary Arts Development. \nRSVP via Eventbrite to receive links\, meeting reminders\, plus topic details: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/chat-chew-are-you-ready-to-hear-the-truth-tickets-170085810237
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/chat-chew/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
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SUMMARY:CHAT & CHEW – Monthly Zoom Gatherings (Woezo)
DESCRIPTION:CHAT & CHEW – Monthly Zoom Gatherings\nFebruary to July 2021\n4th Tuesday of each month\, at 1:00-2:30 pm MST\nFeb 23 / March 23 / April 27 / May 25 / June 22 / July 27\n  \nWe want to invite you into an initiative that started up in Calgary in June 2020. A number of us see the importance of keeping equity\, diversity\, inclusion\, and accessibility (EDIA) concerns front and centre as we go through so much change everywhere including the arts sector. \nGatherings will be facilitated by the Cultural Instigators (CI)*. Once a month we will gather to collectively discuss topics of EDIA to get grassroots ideas and actions going. \n  \nHave a question or a proposal for future conversation topics and themes? Send an e-mail to citizenartistsyyc@gmail.com. \n*Add reminders to your Google Calendar by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3emQCEu \nHere is the Eventbrite Link! \n\nUPCOMING TOPIC\nMarch 23 | Collectively instigating access to Canada Council for the Arts Funding \nCanada Council for the Arts has increased investment of (66 million new funding allocated by the government) in the Research and Creation and Concept to Realization programs – opening the door to New and Early Career Artists. Upcoming grant deadlines: April 8 2021 and October 6\, 2021. \nOn March 23rd we come together to share knowledge and uplift artists who experience barriers to applying for Canada Council grants. Artists’ supporting artists to set up profiles and submit an avalanche of projects from Alberta. \nPAST TOPICS OF DISCUSSION\nFebruary 23 | Acknowledging and centering the body. Embodiment supporting the work of anti-racism. Facilitate by Pam Tzeng \n  \nDetails about April – July gatherings coming soon!! \n———— \n*Cultural Instigators (CI) is an initiative to support artists involved in building equity\, diversity\, inclusion and accessibility in their work to organize and to create artistic projects that build the community’s capacity to confront social issues. CI is funded by but not led by Calgary Arts Development. \n**Event banner design by Priscille Bukasa
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/chat-chew-monthly-zoom-gatherings-woezo/2021-07-27/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Woezo Africa Music &amp%3B Dance Theatre Inc.":MAILTO:info@woezoafrica.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210607T235500
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SUMMARY:Roots to Branches
DESCRIPTION:Woezo Africa Music & Dance Theatre Inc. and Action Dignity’s B.L.A.C.K (Becoming Leaders Acquiring Critical Knowledge) youth program present Roots to Branches\, an animation project for African\, Caribbean and Black youths (ages 12 – 22.) We’re looking for 10 unique stories of lived experiences from youth in Calgary. We will then adapt these stories into an animated video with creative input from the youth involved. Applications open on May 3rd\, and will close on June 7th 2021. \nFor more information: https://woezoafrica.com/R2B/ \nTo start an application: Apply here! \nIf you have any questions\, contact: rootstobranches@woezoafrica.com
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/roots-to-branches/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Call for Submissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20200912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20200926T200000
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SUMMARY:Woezo Africa Cultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:Woezo Africa Music & Dance Theatre Inc. is a performing arts organization based in Calgary\, Alberta. Founded in 2006\, Woezo Africa\, meaning “welcome to the land of perfection\,” highlights our organization’s desire to bring the uniqueness of the African cultures to the public. With a multidisciplinary approach that blends African music\, dance\, theatre\, and storytelling. Woezo Africa aims to use the combined power of arts and education to host events that promote compassion and understanding.  \nOn September 12\, 19 and 26 participants can expect to have three Saturdays filled with traditional African drum and dance performances\, stimulating arts and crafts\, moving vocal artists and musicians\, spirited comedians and spoken word artists\, cooking classes\, a screening of an award-winning documentary and a presentation of our 2020 digital UNGANISHA dance theatre production all live-streamed in the comfort of your home! With the theme of “Emerge from the Roots\,” the festival intends to engage children and adults in activities that showcase unique histories\, artistic traditions and cultural expressions to help minority groups find a voice and express their identity.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/woezo-africa-cultural-festival/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200901
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SUMMARY:UNGANISHA: Explore. Connect. Dance. (Digital Edition)
DESCRIPTION:Woezo Africa Music & Dance Theatre will be launching an online digital edition of their February 22\, 2020 UNGANISHA: Explore. Connect. Dance. production from their website from August 16 to 31\, 2020. \nThis free digital production is meant to promote intercultural understanding by illuminating the threads of African diasporic traditions throughout Western colonial expansion and its influence on the modes of these modern dance styles: Tap\, Hip Hop\, Step\, Afro Cuban\, and Afro Caribbean. \nDuring the 45 minutes of digital experience\, each dance style will be accompanied by theatrical and visual elements that provide historical and cultural insight on the challenges and contributions of Africans in the Diaspora. \n\nThe inspiration for UNGANISHA came from Woezo’s belief in the power of art to reach people at a deep emotional level and to expand cultural and historical insight and understanding. The dance theatre production aims to spotlight the diverse stories lived and told by people of the African diaspora. \nDonations will be accepted in a Pay-What-You-May format and the proceeds will go towards the highly anticipated 2021 UNGANISHA showcase on February 27\, 2021.
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/unganisha-explore-connect-dance-digital-edition/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Online/Streaming Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Woezo Africa Music &amp%3B Dance Theatre Inc. - UNGANISHA":MAILTO:unganishadance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164126
CREATED:20190627T191208Z
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SUMMARY:Woezo Africa: Afro Active Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Afro Active Fitness\nAfro Active Fitness is designed to educate participants in African dance while incorporating high intensity movements and routines to provide a full-body fitness experience. Movements that challenge flexibility\, strength\, balance and aerobic endurance using elements of traditional and modern African dance.  Push the limits of your body and\, most importantly\, have fun! \n  \nAfro Active Fitness \n(16+) \nMonday\, July 8 – August 26 (7:00 – 8:00 pm) \nNote: No class on August 5\, 2019 \n$140.00/7 weeks or $20/drop in \nSpace is limited. Register today!
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/woezo-africa-afro-active-fitness/2019-08-26/
LOCATION:Alberta Ballet\, 141 18 Ave SW\, CALGARY\, ALBERTA\, T3A5J1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190824T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190824T113000
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SUMMARY:Woezo Africa: African Dance Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:Improve strength\, tone\, flexibility\, coordination and control from the pleasures of movement\, sharing the joy and passion of the interaction between rhythm and motion by getting the whole body moving. This class begins with a series of warm-ups and isolations that explore the diversity in movement designed to prepare the body for choreography. Featuring a variety of uplifting current African rhythms from Nigeria\, Congo\, Ghana and Ivory Coast. Dance to the rhythm of the world. \n  \nAfrican Dance Dynamics \n(9-12 years) \nSaturday\, July 6 – July 24 (10:30 – 11:30 am) \n$160.00/8 weeks or $20/drop in \n  \nSpace is limited. Register today!
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/dance-class-african-dance-dynamics/2019-08-24/
LOCATION:Alberta Ballet\, 141 18 Ave SW\, CALGARY\, ALBERTA\, T3A5J1\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Woezo Africa Music &amp%3B Dance Theatre Inc.":MAILTO:info@woezoafrica.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190824T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190824T101500
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SUMMARY:Woezo Africa: Kids On The Move
DESCRIPTION:Kids On The Move\nUsing improvisation\, movement and storytelling\, kids can immerse themselves in the colourful world of African culture with no dance background required. All they need is two feet and their imagination! Contact us to enroll your child in an upcoming class. \nKids on the move \n(5-8 years) \nSaturday\, July 6 – August 24 (9:30 – 10:15 am) \n$115.00/8 weeks or $15/drop in \nSpace is limited. Register today!
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/woezo-africa-kids-on-the-move/2019-08-24/
LOCATION:Alberta Ballet\, 141 18 Ave SW\, CALGARY\, ALBERTA\, T3A5J1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190720T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190720T173000
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SUMMARY:CALL FOR AUDITIONS
DESCRIPTION:Are you a dancer of African or Caribbean decent? Do you love African dance and culture? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team of dancers committed to grow & develop their skills? Then we would LOVE for you to join our dance team! \nWoezo Africa is looking for hard working\, dedicated and passionate dancers who are committed to learning\, training\, and performing in modern African dance styles\, such as Afrobeat\, Ndombolo\, Coupé Décalé\, Afrohouse\, etc. \nNote: No previous African dance is experience needed; however prior dance experience is required. \nInterested in joining us? Email us at info@woezoafrica.com before July 13\, 2019!
URL:https://www.abdancealliance.ab.ca/calendar-event/call-for-audition-2/
LOCATION:Alberta Ballet\, 141 18 Ave SW\, CALGARY\, ALBERTA\, T3A5J1\, Canada
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