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TAH DAM!
Music & Dance Performance for Children
TAH DAM!: Welcome
TAH DAM is a music and dance show created especially for young children and their families.
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Blending joyful music from African and Western traditions
TAH DAM is guaranteed to bring delight!
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The show features a range of fascinating instruments, including:
Mbira (from Zimbabwe), Djembe (from West Africa),
Umtshingo (from South Africa), Adungu (from Uganda),
alongside piano, rainstick, and singing.
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TAH DAM!: About
TAH DAM!: Portfolio
Show Overview
Performers: 5
Duration: 35 minutes
Required: 1 piano
Audience capacity: 200 people
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On request, the performers can also lead music and dance workshops
for children.
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TAH DAM is supported by FRATZ International and Assitej South Africa
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Created and performed by:
Manuela Lucia Tessi, Coila-Leah Enderstein, Vintani Nafassi,
Sumalgy Nuro, Thalia Laric
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Dramaturgy and narration:
Nicola Elliott
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Artistic direction:
Thalia Laric
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Photography, videography and editing:
Lindsey Appolis
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Sound recording:
Tamara Ringas and Angus Teeton
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Contact
TAH DAM!: Contact
TAH DAM! brings together five performers for a 35-minute show that pairs music with dance, using instruments from across Africa alongside piano and voice. The piece is designed for young audiences and their families, and the company can also offer music and dance workshops for children on request.
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