WACONGO DANCE COMPANY

Repertory

Lyandja
A Congolese fable about love, family and revenge, featuring dances, art and music from the region’s various ethnic groups.
“Lyandja” is the most widely recognized piece of traditional Congolese repertoire. It has been performed around the world.

Dowry
A musical tale of love and betrayal, promoting awareness of AIDS in Africa. Written by Afrika Yetu’s Elie Kihonia, “Dowry” has been performed in South Africa and the United States.

Bulamatari
The story of the first meeting between the Congolese and European colonists at Matadi, Congo’s only port, and how it shaped the nation’s people, for better or for worse.

Talking Drums
A very fun and very interactive performance featuring several African master drummers – the audience picks up drums, and after a few quick lessons, plays along.

Safari
Afrika Yetu’s school residency program, which culminates in a student performance of traditional drum and dance. Read more about it on our Arts-In-Education page.

Africa Shout
Soukous
Kiti Na Mesa
Nzinga “Queen Mother”
Congo River
Mama Mongo
Rain Forest

Among some the Cities where we shared our Culture:

Carafrica 2002 Carnival Tour, Bahia, Salvador, Brazil
Natal University, Durban, South Africa
National Urban League Convention in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Manchester Craftsman's Guild, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Mellon Elementary School
Governor School of Pennsylvania, Erie, Pennsylvania
D.R.Congo Embassy / National Independence Day, Washington, D.C.
Byham Theater, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Long Island Zoo, New York
The Field Museum, Chicago, Illinois