February 28 - March 15, 2020
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Powerful. Precise. Persistent. Political. The drum is talking. The music is calling. When Africans lost the right to use their drums, the beats found their way into the body of the people—the DRUMFOLK. New percussive art forms took root and made way for tap, beatboxing and the African American tradition of stepping. From hambone to hip-hop, an extraordinary ensemble of dancers, drummers and musicians takes us from West Africa to Washington, D.C., to reveal the hidden histories and resounding rhythms that transformed America.
Step Afrika!
From Washington, D.C.
"An ingenious combining of styles" - DC Theatre Scene
Recommended Ages:
For everyone 7 and up
What Kind of Show?
Dance with live music; intense and moving
Note to Grown Ups:
Drumfolk is inspired by the Stono Rebellion of 1739, an uprising of 20 enslaved Africans from Angola who used their drums to start a revolt. This event sparked the Negro Act of 1740, which prohibited, among many other rights, the Africans’ use of drums. In conveying the context of these historical events, this production features a few intense moments.
Running Time:
1 hour and 35 minutes including one intermission
Drumfolk is playing at The New Victory Theater.
Talk-Back: Saturday, 3/7 at 2pm
Sign-Interpreted: Sunday, 3/8 at 5pm
Creative Team:
C. Brian Williams, Producer
Jakari Sherman, Creator and Director
Mfoniso Akpan, Artistic Director of Step Afrika!
FAMILY ACTIVITY — Play before the play! And after!
Learn about the historical events that inspired the show, practice your stepping moves and discover different ways your body can be an instrument in this Family Activity inspired by Drumfolk. Start Activity!
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