Dance performance as part of the Re/member your House – the AfroGreeks by Døcumatism exhibition
31/10/2023 Centre d’Art Contemporain Genève, Geneva, Switzerland
A live event/dance performance by five protagonists of the collective community project the AfroGreeks, was presented on the second floor of the The Centre d’Art Contemporain Genève during the opening of the Re/member your House exhibition, with the support of Flux Laboratory.
The dancers, all members of the Afrodance group the Roots, creatively intervened in the exhibition Re/member Your House and invited the audience to participate in a collective process of redefining the assertion of freedom through dance expression. The performance showcased the group’s unique style featuring elements ranging from African traditional dance moves to contemporary Afrodance fusion, mixed with poetry and body percussion.
the Roots is a collective of dancers with origins from different parts of Africa. They are based in Greece, representing African dance in all its dimensions, using as an advantage their various backgrounds and experiences in several dance styles and having as a common vision to spread the vibrant rhythms and rich cultural heritage of Africa through dance.
The dancers who performed at the event:
Jessica Onyiyechi Anosike: with origins from Nigeria, she is a dance sensation recognized for her smooth and playful transitions creating a fusion of Afrobeat and traditional African Dance
Irene Adwoa Annan Sackey: With Ghanaian roots, she captivates audiences with her fluid yet precise movements and storytelling through dance
Demelza Elpida Itzeoma: With roots from Nigeria and the UK, she is a dance sensation who bridges the gap between Afrobeat and Afro-House
Eugene Mbappe Mikano: A Cameronian powerhouse connecting traditional African dance with Afro-contemporary.
Grace Chimela Eze Nwoke: With origins from Nigeria, she is known for her electrifying energy and her West African dance-inspired moves
