July 25, 2013

Africa Umoja

We went to the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center on a Tuesday to see Africa Umoja, a show about the history of South Africa. The story begins in the tribal lands with an old man telling the story of his childhood, and his love for his homeland. Women and men joined in lively dances, and sang tribal songs. The show only got better from there!







We were taken from the tribal lands to the city of Sophiatown where jobs were abundant, and the singing and new dances continued... but they were accompanied with newfound oppression and hardships. Our narrator took us through the many emotions of the people... from the women of the village singing their songs of loneliness, to the men doing the "Gumboot" dance to get through the long days working in the mine. 

Africa Umoja expressed the heartache of apartheid, however, it also expressed hope for the future, and the longing for change. This lively musical is sure to be one that you and your family will enjoy! This group is in town until July 28 at the Belk Theater. Don't miss this uplifting experience! Get your tickets here! Tickets start at $15.



-Sugar and Spice

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