African Dance and Drum Extravaganza at the Lourie Center

The Lourie Center, in partnership with Gye Nyame Ensemble, presents an African Dance and Drum Extravaganza, one night only, Friday October 7,  7-9 pm.  This event was created by Tremontenia Morgan (Queen T )of Gye Nyame Ensemble to highlight the spiritual journey of Africa through song, dance, and story.   For the African Dance and Drum Extravaganza, Queen T has assembled an incredible roster of local and regional dancers, drummers, and storyteller talent featuring:

Queen T- dancer

Dr. Ronnie Hopkins-dancer, artistic director, Ngoma Dance Troupe

Davin Lail -musical director/drummer

Don Laurin- drummer, historian

Genine Mitchell- poet, drummer

Doris Gilliam- drummer

Toni Jones- drummer

Curtis ‘Omyango’ Heru,- special guest guitarist

And more!

Doors open at 6 pm, show begins promptly at 7 pm.

Beer/wine cash bar available.  Artist’s Reception after performance

Tickets are available online or at the Lourie Center, $10 in advance.

At the door, available seats will be sold at $15, $5 for children under age12