Mitzi in Shanghai
Mitzi has just returned from a whirlwind visit to Shanghai to teach and perform dundun dance at the World Instrument Expo.
Babara Bangoura Melbourne workshops
We are so excited to welcome Babara Bangoura to Australia! He will run a weekend of workshops and perform with drum & dance troupe Wassawumba. Book now so you don’t miss out.
Yeni Kuti dance workshop – photos
Yeni Kuti (daughter of the legendary Fela Kuti) came to Australia from Nigeria to teach some Afrobeat workshops. Melbourne Djembe hosted one of these workshops in Brunswick.
Tsingtao Festival with Fode Bangoura
Simon and Mitzi just got back from Qingdao, China, where they were privileged to perform with some world class drummers. Check out the photos.
Yeni Kuti dance workshop & student show
Yeni Kuti, the eldest daughter of Fela Kuti and renowned dancer and choreographer is coming to Australia! She will run a single dance workshop and participate in our end-of-term student night.
Mitzi & Simon – travels in August
Mitzi heads to California for Camp Fareta and then will meet Simon in China to teach alongside the legendary Fode Bangoura. During their absence, dance classes will continue with special guest teachers and drum class will miss one week (22nd Aug)
Interview with Oumou Faye
Oumou Faye is our superstar African dancer who will be teaching at Camp Samatou this year. Read more about her.
Drum & Dance Party with Bangourake: photos
This event marked the end of term 2 2018. We had a huge night jam-packed with drum and dance, African food, and even some stand-up comedy! All Melbourne Djembe students performed, as well as a drumming group from Hurstbridge led...
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Adama Jewel dance workshops
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an experienced and talented African dance teacher from California.
Saturday 14th July
Drum & Dance Party with Wassawumba & Bangouraké
Don’t miss this event! Mohamed Bangoura teams up to perform with African drum and dance troupe Wassawumba. African cuisine, craft & clothing stalls, student performances. Sunday 1st July.