| Program Type | Performance |
| Art Form | Dance & Movement |
| Curriculum/a | Character Education | Social Studies |
| Target Grades | Elementary School (1st - 5th grade) | Middle School (6th - 8th grade) | High School (9th - 12th grade) | Young Adult (18 - 21 years old) | Family |
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Testimonial
"Thank you for coming to Ox Ridge. It was a pleasure meeting you and the performances were wonderful! My kids (1st and 3rd graders) came home singing Soro Bindi, discussed the tale about the mouse, and recited facts about Ghana — what a success. Thank you again!"
-Lia, parent
-Lia, parent
Description
Soro-Bindi is an exciting, interactive performance that incorporates traditional Ghanaian dances, songs, and stories. Iddi Saaka drives his audience through Africa with various dances such as the Kpanlogo dance and the Bawa harvest dance, then invites students to learn about and play traditional Ghanaian instruments. Iddi educates audiences on exciting African, and specifically Ghanaian, culture. Students learn about Ghanaian culture, not only through its music and dance, but through incredible storytelling.
Objectives
* To introduce and familiarize students with the Ghanaian culture through music, dance, and storytelling.
* To foster appreciation for balance and physical coordination in combination with music and storytelling by demonstrating specific Ghanaian dances.
* To demonstrate for students the importance of global citizenship.
* To foster appreciation for balance and physical coordination in combination with music and storytelling by demonstrating specific Ghanaian dances.
* To demonstrate for students the importance of global citizenship.
Pricing Information
Single $880
Double $1,100
Double $1,100
Video
Program Length
45 min
Participants
250 students
Technical Specifications
Venue should provide 4 chairs and 8-foot leg folding table and power outlet.