CITY OF MOUNT VERNON: SUMMER BREEZE feat. WUZA-WUZA AFRICAN MUSIC & DANCE ENSEMBLE
New York’s leading Ghanaian dance and drum ensemble, WUZA-WUZA, is known for its representations of Ghana’s many different ethnic traditions, including the rich diversity of West African music, dance and culture. The ensemble features leading Ghanaian drummers and dancers living in the United States, including world-renowned choreographer Yawuza Alhassan, former Ghana National Dance Ensemble members Mariama Gariba and Esther D. Angel, and master drummers Horla Kutte, Baba Buhari and Kofi Kuube Saeed.
Co-presented by ArtsWestchester and the City of Mount Vernon in conjunction with the “Mt. Vernon Summer Breeze Series”
This program is sponsored by conEdison| Arts Al Fresco, Etain and the New York State Council on the Arts
Event Location and Ticket Information
Mount Vernon City Hall Plaza
1 Roosevelt Square
Mount Vernon, New York
Handicap Accessible? Yes
Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Times: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ticket pricing:
Free event
Presenter: ArtsWestchester
Presenter Phone: 914-428-4220
Presenter Website: www.artswestchester.org