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
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 |
With the financial support of: Arts Council of England, Arts Council of Wales, Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, RVW Trust
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