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As children dance with great speed and energy in colorful robes, guided by the drumbeats and chants from dance troupes, the gods and spirits that are evident all around the arena are beckoned upon by ...

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Brad Powell has been contributing to the performing arts in Hawaii since 1959. He’s taught speech and drama in Hawaii’s ...

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As children dance with great speed and energy in colorful robes, guided by the drumbeats and chants from dance troupes, the ...

In Benin, women are the backbone of voodoo celebrations, integral both on the front lines and behind the scenes. Their roles in organising rituals, preserving sacred knowledge, and maintaining ...

In the ancient town of Ouidah, located in southern Benin, the annual Voodoo Festival unfolds with a vibrant mix of dance, ...