Dancers and Drummers from the Ecole de Sable (Sand School) run by award-winning Senegalese dancer Germaine Acogny. This was a live broadcast from the Festival Rythmes et Formes du Monde at Sobo Bade in Toubab Dialaw, Senegal.
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Germaine Acogny is a Senegalese dancer and choreographer, who was awarded with the prestigious Prix Ben Arab at the Ecole de sable. She was also awarded the “Grand Prix de la Ville de Dakar” and has been invited to be part of this year’s Festival Rythmes et Formes du Monde.
Acogny is one of the most famous Senegalese dancers ever. She is also an actor, choreograp
her, teacher and director of the company Ecole de Sable. Germaine Acogny’s Ecole de Sable is an institution that trains African dancers in classical dance techniques, which they then perform at cultural festivals around the world.
The instructor at the show told me this was Yama les Encanto de Walou Dekedo. With some translation difficulties, I’ll admit, I don’t know if that the name of a single piece, or the entire performance.
We got to see them rehearsing, as well as the final performance that you’re seeing part of here, and these dancers are incredible.
Other posts and videos of Ecole de Sable:
- Festival Rythmes et Formes du Monde – Senegal Travel Diary #9
- Dance Rehearsal for Festival Rythmes et Formes du Monde in Toubab Dialaw
- Dance Rehearsal 2 for Senegalese Festival Rythmes et Formes du Monde in Toubab Dialaw
FAQ
The Ecole de Sable is a dance school in Senegal founded by award-winning Senegalese dancer Germaine Acogny. The school focuses on traditional and contemporary African dance and is internationally recognized for its high-quality training and performances.
Germaine Acogny is a Senegalese dancer and choreographer who is considered one of the most important figures in the contemporary dance scene in Africa. She has won numerous awards for her work and has been credited with reviving traditional African dance forms and incorporating them into contemporary dance.
The Ecole de Sable teaches a wide range of dance styles, including traditional African dance forms such as the Senegalese dance form Jant-Bi, as well as contemporary dance techniques. The curriculum is designed to help students develop their technical and creative skills, and to gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical context of African dance. The school also offers workshops and classes in other related disciplines such as music and choreography.
The selection process for the Ecole de Sable is rigorous, and only a limited number of students are accepted each year. To be considered for admission, applicants must have a strong background in dance and a clear passion for the art form. They will also be required to submit a video audition and attend an interview.
Yes, the Ecole de Sable offers various professional development opportunities for dancers and choreographers, including workshops and residencies with visiting artists and choreographers. The school also has a strong focus on community engagement and regularly collaborates with local communities and organizations on projects and performances.
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