In February of 2019, D'atè Culture Foundation hosted Artist Convening--a one-day gathering for young artists in Kaduna, Nigeria, to showcase work, engage in discussions around artmaking, and make connections with other emerging and established artists. In partnership with Ilmihouse (Kaduna), Safe Space Chicago (USA), Hearts Heartist (Abuja), Adila Dance Acrobatics (Abuja) and Epic Royal Arts Services, DCF gathered over 50 emerging and established artists in Kaduna and Abuja, Nigeria, to showcase work in dance, visual art, spoken word, poetry, emcee/rap, etc. and engage in panel discussions and workshops around artistry in Nigeria. The goal of the Convening was to gather all of Kaduna's emerging artists in one room, share dreams, and engage in discussions around art practices to create a greater sense of community between artists in Kaduna.
Well-known practitioners including Qudus Onikeku (Lagos), Isaak Laerty (France), Adila Omotosho (Abuja), Olukitibi Bukunmi (Abuja), Brianna Alexis Heath (USA), and Professor Jerry Buhari (Kaduna) joined the gathering to lead workshops in dance, storytelling, and arts management. The gathering highlighted the work of emerging artists of African descent, and also engaged established artists to create space for honest intergenerational dialogue. |
AuthorBrianna Alexis Heath is a dancer, writer, and arts administrator living in Atlanta, GA. Archives
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