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Sundiata: An Epic African Folktale

Sundiata is a multi-media theatrical production that features a classic African folktale depicting the life and times of Maghan Mari Djata Keita known throughout history as Sundiata Keita. It is a portrait of the trials and triumphs of a crippled boy who grew to be the builder and ruler of the world renowned Mali Empire during the 13th Century as foretold before his birth.

The Project

The Sundiata project is a collaboration of Delou Africa, Inc. and Village Tree Enterprises.  The production will feature artists from throughout Florida and will utilize the Art of Djaliya–the craft of the oral historian in their role to maintain the continuum of history for their people through music, song, dance, poetry, storytelling, and visual art. This ancient and highly regarded communal system will serve as the platform for a folkloric production to premiere in the Miami area and a tour to pass the message of this performance on to young people throughout the state of Florida.

Our Goal

As we bring this shared history of ancient Africa to life it is our goal to uplift and inspire underserved communities and all others who appreciate African heritage throughout Florida.  Additionally, we seek to pass on the timeless lesson of the human capacity to overcome obstacles in order to realize the greatness of our individual and communal purpose.
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Saturday, February 18th
Broward Center for the Performing Arts – 7pm
Tickets will be available at BCPA

FLORIDA COMMUNITY TOURS
March 2012

Featured Artists:

Abasi Hanif, Spoken Word Poet, Drummer, West Palm Beach Ibramima Dioubate, Djali and Director of Delou Fatala, Miami
Jashua Sa-Rah, Spoken Word Poet, Drummer, West Palm Beach Kalimba Love, Singer, Songwriter, Motivational Speaker, Palm Beach County
Sharon Black, Artistic and Administrative Support, Palm Beach County Njeri Plato-Dioubate, Artistic Director
Sheila Alexander: Instruments: Djun Djun, Shakere 


 Weedie Brahmah, Music Consultant, St. Louis, Missouri
Djenaba Gregory-Faal, Playwright, Storyteller, Palm Beach County Delou Africa Dance and Drum Ensemble, Miami
Not Pictured
  • Kalimba Love, Singer, Songwriter, Motivational Speaker, Palm Beach County
  • Nantambo Ahota, Musician, West Palm Beach
  • Yarod, Spoken Word Poet, Drummer, West Palm Beach

WE NEED THE HELP OF OUR FRIENDS AND SUPPORTERS! 

How can you help?
CASH DONATIONS

Online, in person, or by mail.
Donations will go toward  production costs such as facility fees, touring costs, costumes, sets, and artist  fees.
NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL…
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Donate now by Paypal or mail check, money order, or cashier’s check payable to:
Delou Africa, Inc.
212-260 NE 59th Terrace
Miami, FL 33137

IN-KIND SUPPORT
THE SUNDIATA IN-KIND WISH LIST INCLUDES:
  • Artist Travel Assistance (Tri-Rail passes, SunPass, mileage/gas, car rentals)
  • Retreat Site (Usage of a site for our Artist Work Retreats)
  • Traditional African Attire (boubous and agbadas [i.e. African caftans], dashikis, other outfits)
  • African art/crafts (masks, baskets, cowtail/horsetail switches, fans, umbrellas, cloth)
  • Materials for set construction (wood, tools, paint, canvas, pcv pipe)
  • LCD Projector
  • Volunteers (stage manager, costumes, maskmaking, program ad sales person

BECOME A SPONSOR

Your sponsorship will support our goal to tour Florida to bring this timeless classic to young people at no cost to their families. Click below to pay sponsorship.  We’ll call you to set up benefits.  Contact villagetree1@yahoo.com for sponsorship information.

SPONSOR LEVEL

MARKETING BENEFITS

COMPLEMENTARY CONCERT TICKETS
Platinum Partner ($2,500.00+)
  • Logo and Link on Delou website
  • Logo, Link and ad on m-mail blast weekly for duration of tour season
  • Logo on printed advertising, concert program, and school study  guides
  • Company name and Logo included in official press releases
 Eight (8) complimentary tickets to concert at site of your choice
Gold Partner ($1,000.00-$2,499.00)
  • Logo and Link on Delou website
  • Logo on printed advertising and concert program
  • Company name included in official press releases
 Five (5) complimentary tickets to concert at site of your choice
Bronze Partner ($500.00-$999.00)
  • Logo on Delou website
  • Listing in concert program
 Two (2) complimentary tickets to concert at site of your choice
Community Partner ($250.00-$499.00)
  • Listing in concert program
 Two (2) complimentary tickets to concert at site of your choice