Diversity Arts Network launch

‘Diversity is the backbone of a thriving society’

ShivaNova/ Equator Festival in association with The Marlowe invite you to the launch of Kent’s Diversity Arts Network on Wed June 7th from 1.30pm – 5pm.

Arts and Cultural organisations can lead the way in diversity as an integral part of what they do, the work they programme and the staff they employ so that arts and culture can belong to everyone.

As part of our first meeting we welcome Jonathan Kennedy from Black Theatre Touring Initiative (Associate Producer at Tara Arts) and Suman Bhuchar (Freelance Marketer) who also worked at Tamasha Theatre to kick off the discussion and share their expertise in embedding diversity within an organisation.

If you are an Arts or Heritage organisation based in South-East England, we invite you to add your voice to the discussion of how we approach diversity within Kent.

Dover Together Festival: U’Zambezi perform South African songs and dances

U’Zambezi Arts specialises in songs, drum rhythms, dances and instrumental music styles from the Southern African region. The musicians are self-taught, multi-talented artists whose work has taken them into Canada, the USA, Europe including the UK, and all across southern Africa.

Participants will have a chance to learn traditional dances from southern Africa including the famous Gumboot dance which will be demonstrated here.

Dover Together Festival

The Dover Together festival is a chance for everybody in the community to come together to celebrate their, and different, cultures, try new activities and have fun. You will be able to:

• try delicious food from around the world made by local cooks
• watch professional and community performances of music and dance from different cultures
  try your hand at some new art, music and dance skills
• get involved in activities which bring communities together like sport, sewing and much more…

Dover Together Festival: Los Musicos perform Latin and Salsa

Two of the most experienced Latin guitarists in the London Tropical, Salsa and Latin music scene, Guillermo and Juan Carlos collaborate with percussionist Nickolai Rodriguez to create an exciting acoustic sound.

The basic format of the band is an acoustic trio. Two guitars and vocals accompanied by Latin percussion (Congas, Bongos, Cajon and bells). This simple setup is extremely versatile for playing a wide repertoire of Latin American tropical music. We play Colombian cumbia, chandé and currulao. ‘Son’ from Cuba and salsa from Puerto Rico and New York. Traditional corridos, rancheras and boleros from Mexico. Merengue from Dominican Republic, a few Argentinian tangos, etc.

Dover Together Festival

The Dover Together festival is a chance for everybody in the community to come together to celebrate their, and different, cultures, try new activities and have fun. You will be able to:

• try delicious food from around the world made by local cooks
• watch professional and community performances of music and dance from different cultures
  try your hand at some new art, music and dance skills
• get involved in activities which bring communities together like sport, sewing and much more…

School Workshop: Roma Dance

Roman Havasi, is a type of mainly Turkish folkloric dance from where has been adapted from, with the main base and elements of Byzantine music.

This event is a closed workshop for the pupils of this school. If you are interested in having a Nepalese dance workshop in your school please email events@eqautorfestival.com

School Workshop: Roma Dance

Roman Havasi, is a type of mainly Turkish folkloric dance from where has been adapted from, with the main base and elements of Byzantine music.

This event is a closed workshop for the pupils of this school. If you are interested in having a Nepalese dance workshop in your school please email events@eqautorfestival.com

School Workshop: Roma Dance

Roman Havasi, is a type of mainly Turkish folkloric dance from where has been adapted from, with the main base and elements of Byzantine music.

This event is a closed workshop for the pupils of this school. If you are interested in having a Nepalese dance workshop in your school please email events@eqautorfestival.com

School Workshop: Roma Dance

Roman Havasi, is a type of mainly Turkish folkloric dance from where has been adapted from, with the main base and elements of Byzantine music.

This event is a closed workshop for the pupils of this school. If you are interested in having a Nepalese dance workshop in your school please email events@eqautorfestival.com

School Workshop: Nepalese Dance

The culture of Nepal is rich and unique. The cultural heritage of Nepal has evolved over the centuries. This multi-dimensional heritage encompasses the diversities of Nepal’s ethnic, tribal, and social groups, and it manifests in music and dance; art and craft; folklore and folktales; languages and literature; philosophy and religion; festivals and celebration; foods and drinks.

This event is a closed workshop for the pupils of this school. If you are interested in having a Nepalese dance workshop in your school please email events@eqautorfestival.com

About Nepalese Dance

Legends state that dances in this country originated in the abode of Lord Shiva — the Himalayas, where he performed the tandava dance. This indicates that dance traditions of Nepal are very ancient and unique. With altitudes and ethnicity, the dances of Nepal slightly change in style as well as in the costumes. The Dishka, a dance performed at weddings, includes intricate footwork and arm movements. Accompanying music and musical instruments change in tune with the themes, which revolve around topics like harvesting of crops, marriage rites, war stories, a lonely girl’s yearning for her love, and several other themes and stories from everyday life in the villages. The famous Tharu stick dances, and the crazy peacock dance are two highlights, but there are plenty of other surprises. Expect to be invited to join in the dancing, as the evening reaches its climax.

The dancing takes place in a special community hall, newly improved with air conditioning added to make the evening more enjoyable in the hot season.

School Workshop: Nepalese Dance

The culture of Nepal is rich and unique. The cultural heritage of Nepal has evolved over the centuries. This multi-dimensional heritage encompasses the diversities of Nepal’s ethnic, tribal, and social groups, and it manifests in music and dance; art and craft; folklore and folktales; languages and literature; philosophy and religion; festivals and celebration; foods and drinks.

This event is a closed workshop for the pupils of this school. If you are interested in having a Nepalese dance workshop in your school please email events@eqautorfestival.com

About Nepalese Dance

Legends state that dances in this country originated in the abode of Lord Shiva — the Himalayas, where he performed the tandava dance. This indicates that dance traditions of Nepal are very ancient and unique. With altitudes and ethnicity, the dances of Nepal slightly change in style as well as in the costumes. The Dishka, a dance performed at weddings, includes intricate footwork and arm movements. Accompanying music and musical instruments change in tune with the themes, which revolve around topics like harvesting of crops, marriage rites, war stories, a lonely girl’s yearning for her love, and several other themes and stories from everyday life in the villages. The famous Tharu stick dances, and the crazy peacock dance are two highlights, but there are plenty of other surprises. Expect to be invited to join in the dancing, as the evening reaches its climax.

The dancing takes place in a special community hall, newly improved with air conditioning added to make the evening more enjoyable in the hot season.

Samba Drumming Workshop

A hands-on session learning and playing samba patterns and rhythms.

Samba drumming provides the heartbeat of Brazil’s vibrant musical culture. During the workshop you will learn not just how much fun samba drumming is but also how it can help your co-ordination,  concentration, confidence  and teamwork.

Suitable for children 7 years old and above.  Children 7-12 years old must be accompanied by an adult.