2022-23 SEASON
May 12, 2023
7:30 p.m.
Smith Theatre
Set list will be announced from stage.
Kalabanté Productions was created in 2007 by Yamoussa Bangoura, multidisciplinary
artist of Guinean origin who always dreamed of founding a multidisciplinary circus
school and forming his own company specializing in African arts. Kalabanté meaning
"child go-getter, ambitious, with exceptional courage" in Susu language, carries a
double mission: promoting the artistic cultures of African and humanitarian projects,
while promoting cultural exchanges, between Canada and Guinea. Kalabanté's highlighting
of multiculturalism shows audiences that it is possible to be united in solidarity
and to communicate and live together despite cultural differences.
A multidisciplinary artist who began his circus training with the Guinean troupe,
Circus Baobab, Yamoussa began his professional career with the show, "La Légende du
Singe Tambourinaire." After being spotted in Spain with Cirque Éloize, he was recruited
for the show Nomade, where he performed from 2002 to 2007.
In 2010 he joined the equestrian company, Cavalia, for the creation of the show Odysséo
and toured with them until 2012, after which time he chose to focus on his own company,
Productions Kalabanté. Yamoussa frequentlytakes part in other special events with
Cirque Éloize, The 7 Fingers, Cirque du Soleil, Cirque Fantastic, Artcirq, and Productions
Nuits d'Afrique. Yamoussa also has a strong background in traditional African dance
thanks to an internship with Les Ballets Africans, and his training with the Saamato
Troupe.
Our mission is to produce and present artistic excellence, which would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We thank them and express our deep gratitude to all patrons, supporters, and friends of The Noorda.
The arts possess the unparalleled power to inspire, educate, liberate, and transform. They elevate moments, mark milestones, soften edges, and generate profound meaning. Experience the beauty and wonder of the arts with us this season at The Noorda and begin at once to live!
Courtney R. Davis, J.D., M.A.
Dean, School of the Arts
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With this statement comes responsibility and accountability. We resolve to follow
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for the Performing Arts an inclusive, equitable, and just space for all. There is
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Artwork by Shane Walking Eagle (Sisseton Dakota).
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