Mudra-Afrique

Mudra-Afrique : The First Pan-African dance school

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Mudra Afrique, founded in 1977 in Dakar by Léopold Sédar Senghor and Maurice Béjart, was an important dance school that mixed traditional African dance with modern styles. Germaine Acogny, a skilled teacher, along with dancer, actress Irène Tassembédo and musician Doudou Rose Ndiaye, were key figures in the school. Their work helped Mudra Afrique leave a strong mark on African contemporary dance and music.

Director

Gudie Lawaetz

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Main Cast

Germaine Acogny

Irène Tassembédo

Maurice Béjart

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Director: Gudie Lawaetz

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senegaldance theatrepanafricanism

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Mudra-Afrique

Mudra-Afrique : The First Pan-African dance school

N/A•57m•

★0.0(0 ratings)

Overview

Director

Gudie Lawaetz

Watchlist

Main Cast

Germaine Acogny

Irène Tassembédo

Maurice Béjart

Full Crew

Direction

Director: Gudie Lawaetz

Keywords

senegaldance theatrepanafricanism

Did You Know?

The film's tagline is: "Mudra-Afrique : The First Pan-African dance school"

The film was directed by Gudie Lawaetz.

This title is listed on IMDb as tt13057902.

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Mudra-Afrique

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