Afrodisiac

An exploration of ritual, love and magic through the cultures of Africa and the African diaspora. The programme also features video of the magical ‘Imaginative Realism’
paintings of Cuban artist Raul Speek whose work is vibrant, colourful and
sometimes erotic, telling of his Cuban roots.

Music, concept + direction: Charlie Barber

Musicians: Seckou Keita (kora), Chartwell Dutiro (mbira), David Jean-Baptiste (bass clarinet), Semra Kurutaç (piano), Sacha Johnson (percussion), Joathan Helm (percussion), Niamh Ferris (viola), Ashley John Long (double bass), Rhiannon Llewellyn (singer)

Art works: Raul Speek

Video Production: Simon Clode

Lighting design: Ian Peniston

Technical support: Nic Prior

Stage Manager: Chris Wicks

Technician: Nic Prior

Photography: Toby Farrow

Marketing & PR: Ruth Garnault

Videos

Calendar

14.10.10	CARMARTHEN	The Lyric
15.10.10	CARDIFF	University Concert Hall
16.10.10	SWANSEA	Taliesin Arts Centre
20.10.10	MOLD	Clwyd Theatr Cymru
21.10.10	PWLLHELI	Neuadd Dwyfor
22.10.10	HOLYHEAD	Ucheldre Centre
25.10.10	LONDON	Southbank Centre, Purcell Room
27.10.10	MALVERN	Theatres
28.10.10	BROMSGROVE	Artrix
30.10.10	COLCHESTER	Lakeside Theatre