Hello Friends,
I know this is last minute - but if you're looking for something interesting/exciting/unique to do this weekend - think Yam. Actually, think djembe. And dancers in colorful, African attire dancing to multi-layered drum beats produced using traditional African instruments.
The Yam Festival is an annual event sponsored by the African Culture Connection. It brings together professional dancers and drummers from Africa and the United States, who tell a story using African drumming and dance. This year's performances are at the Omaha Community Playhouse tonight and tomorrow. Tickets are $15.
I got to see a preview of the show when the performers visited my school last week. Unfortunately, I had to be responsible and do the teacher thing, so I didn't get any photos. (Hey - you try interpreting in sign language an taking pictures at the same time!) But the performance was enthralling for everyone, including my deaf students.
Wish I could tell you more about the djembe, but I have to go be responsible and teach again. Suffice it to say - I started playing it in college, and I know from experience that it's the world's coolest instrument. When you hear it, you have to move to it. And if one comes close enough to touch, you can't help but try it yourself.
Off to the races. Happy Friday!
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