Welcome to Dakar: Wolof Senegal at The Trinity Centre
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A event held at The Trinity Centre on Sunday 20th October. The event starts at 12:00.


Building on the success of the Sabar Family Festival, we’re thrilled to invite you to the Sabar Family Workshop Series, running from October 2024 to March 2025!
Join us for WORKSHOP 1: Welcome to Dakar: Wolof Senegal!

Prepare for an immersive day celebrating the rich traditions of Sabar from Senegal. This workshop features not ONE, but THREE exceptional international guest instructors, offering workshops in:

Dance: Experience the lively movements that define Sabar dance and learn traditional and contemporary styles.
Drumming: Get hands-on with the powerful rhythms of Sabar drumming and discover its cultural significance.
Singing: Engage in the vibrant songs that accompany Sabar, exploring their meanings and history.

Date: Sunday 20th October / 12:00-17:00
Location: Trinity Centre, Trinity Road, Bristol, BS2 0NW

Schedule:
12-13:30 - Sabar Drumming & Song / International Guest Teachers Salif Dieng & Ndeye Thiam

13:45-15:15 - Sabar Dance (Contemporary/Modern Style) / International Guest Teacher Adja Yaccine

15:30-17:00 - Sabar Dance (Traditional & Working on Solos) / Bristol-based Dance Artist Batch Gueye


1 Class: £20 (£15 Earlybird)

2 Classes: £35 (£30 Earlybird)

3 Classes: £40 (£35 Earlybird)

*Earlybird ends 7th October

For more information, visit our website (https://batchgueye.com/sabarfamilydance/about-sabar-family/) or reach out at [email protected]

We still have 4 Youth Bursary spaces left in Bristol!

Program Benefits
Performing Arts Training: Learn from world-class artists and deeper cultural arts training.
Mentorship: Guidance from professional creatives and organisers for sustainable careers in the arts.
Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Experience cultural arts events, networking opportunities, and work experience in the cultural and performing arts sector.

What’s Included?
Free access to all Sabar Family workshops in Bristol (Oct 2024 - Mar 2025)
Transport costs covered

Who can Apply?
15-25 years old youth of African heritage, based in Bristol
Commitment: Attend Sabar Family workshops in Bristol and fill out evaluation questionnaires at three time points.
Ambassadorship: Support PR and outreach as a youth ambassador.

Interested?
Get in contact with us today! Email us [email protected] or message us on instagram @batch_gueyeofficial

Entry requirements: no age restrictions

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