In September 2011, Spirit of America has been invited to bring music, motion and the arts to the youth of South Africa! Partnering with South African organizations, we will build and support the growth of hope through the arts in a country where hope is a new and fragile thing.southafrica-cropped

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Workshops for young people throughout the tour:

Performance arts, Costume design, Make-up Design, Set construction, Back stage tech, Mosaic design, Instrument repair, Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion

In Durban

Assisting the Ekhaya Multi Arts Centre in creating a new community youth music ensemble for the local township, with a committment to a five-year continuing development plan.

Exploration!

4 Field Show performances at King Zwelithini Stadium, Umlazi  - September 6-9, 2011

In Johannesburg

Daily workshops

Matinee performances for youth

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The Fall and Rise of the Phoenix!

Invited to perform as the grand finale event of Joburg’s Arts Alive International Festival
The Mandela at Joburg Theatre
September 21-25, 2011

Support this mission to South Africa

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