Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque

SUN, NOV 3, 3 PM

Colden Auditorium

“Explosive drumming and dance routines, the group delivered mind-blowing acrobatic sequences with extraordinary precision.”

Vice Magazine

Montréal-based troupe Cirque Kalabanté combines breathtaking acrobatics with live music, delivering performances that are described as ‘high-flying,’ ‘jaw-dropping,’ and ‘mind-blowing.’ Afrique En Cirque symbolizes the strength, agility, and joy of life in African culture. Be transported into a realm that combines traditional African arts with North American modern circus performance. Mesmerizing, melodious, and magical, this high-energy production is sure to keep the whole family on the edge of their seats!

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“Remarkable athleticism, awe-inspiring skill and cheeky clowning about, all set to tribal rhythms played by a live band.” (SCENESTR)
“A kind of daredevil circus, full of astounding leaps, rolls, and drum music, Kabalanté offers high-flying, jaw-dropping performances that will amaze the whole family” (The Georgia Straight)

Afrique en Cirque is a show by Yamoussa Bangoura, inspired by daily life in Guinea. This performance shares the beauty, youth and artistry of African culture. A colorful show beyond its scenery, costumes and staging, it makes any theatre vibrate with energy and represents the strength, agility and life’s joys of young Africans. The audience will see acrobats execute gravity-defying moves and human pyramids, accompanied by the contemporary sounds of live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and kora. Welcome to the universe of Kalabanté Productions, and prepare for an unforgettable journey.

Ticket Info

$35 (No Fees)

(718) 793-8080; Box Office Hours: TUE-FRI, 12-6 PM & one hour before event time.

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