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Issamba - Your Ultimate Journey Through the Depths of African Rhms: Merlin Nyakam, Akra Soumah, Amo Damas, Adama Dembele Bilorou, Lasso Sanou

ISSAMBA is an interactive musical spectacle that showcases Rhythms, Music, and D...
Event can be attended in person In-Person Event
Music Dance Cultural / Heritage
Sat. February 23rd 2019 + Add to Calendar Victoria Event Centre (No Minors)
8:00pm - 10:00am  Doors at: 7:30pm $30

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Merlin Nyakam
Akra Soumah
Amo Damas
Adama Dembele Bilorou
Lasso Sanou

Presented by:

Productions Pulchérie Mboussi
Victoria African & Caribbean Cultural Society

Event Description

ISSAMBA is an interactive musical spectacle that showcases Rhythms, Music, and Dances from the African continent, featuring world-renowned African-born artists.

Issamba means "come together" in Cameroon
ISSAMBA promotes and brings together music from across African cultures to present a unified African groove. Immerse yourself in a mix of African instruments, traditional rhythms, and dancing styles. These artists will travel from abroad, gracing BC with their special talents and sharing aspects of their culture with BC.
ISSAMBA, a 90 minute show that gives you a glimpse into the rich and diverse musical culture of Africa, an invaluable experience you won't want to miss!


Admission:
Pre-sale $30
Door $40
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ISSAMBA After Show Party till 1:00 am
(cover charge for the party in come after 10:00 pm)
Afrobeat Ambassador - GUESTS DJ - TBD
Cash bar available *(no minors please)*
$10 in advance & $15 at the door
Guest list: [email protected]
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VVictoria: https://www.facebook.com/events/599385540458924/ EVENTBRITE
Vancouver: https://www.facebook.com/events/301432097273272/ EVENTBRITE
Sidney: https://www.facebook.com/events/308390029973238/
http://marywinspear.ca/event/issamba
Nanaimo: https://www.facebook.com/events/250791535608114/
Victoria: https://www.facebook.com/events/918575361656782/
Dances Camps with Merlin Nyakam: https://www.facebook.com/events/270663320202959/
Drum-Balafon workshops: https://www.facebook.com/events/1052622174904915/

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Victoria Event Centre
1415 Broad Street
Multi-Purpose / Hall
Capacity250
Fully Accessible see details
Open / Operational

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Issamba - Your Ultimate Journey Through the Depths of African Rhms: Merlin Nyakam, Akra Soumah, Amo Damas, Adama Dembele Bilorou, Lasso Sanou @ Victoria Event Centre Feb 23 2019 - May 2nd @ Victoria Event Centre

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