It borrows the first part of its title, and the character of a professional mourner, from a South African novel (“Cion” by Zakes Mda). The show, in other words, is idiosyncratic: in its conception and form, in its borrowings from Western and South African culture. In South Africa, Maqoma has long been a leader in contemporary dance. His company, Vuyani Dance Theater, celebrated its 20th anniversary last year and fills large venues. “He has coherently brought classical African dance into conversation with all that is contemporary,” said Jay Pather, an associate professor and curator at the University of Cape Town.

Source: bd News24 January 15, 2020 09:22 UTC