| Description |
1 online resource (28 min.) |
| Series |
Dance in video, volume 2 |
| Summary |
Documentary on the astoundingly energetic national dance company of Sierra Leone, on Africa's west coast. In 1964 they won the international dance competition at the New York Worlds Fair with their display of folkloric dances. Several years later they came back on tour and taped this sampling of their repertory, which reflects the cultural diversity and tribal traditions of the country. Commentary by dance authority Faubion Bowers takes the viewer through a variety of dances, and an interview with the company's director, who explains that thirteen different tribal and language groups are represented in this group. Dances shown here -- from several different tribal traditions --include celebrating the harvest, welcoming a visitor, acknowledging a benevolent demon, announcing happiness, and marking an important occasion. The performances feature traditional folkloric instruments and costumes. 1972 |
| Notes |
Title from resource description page (viewed Mar. 18, 2014) |
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Originally filmed in 1972 |
| Performer |
Interview by Faubion Bowers ; performed by James F. MacAndrew, National Dance Troupe of Sierra Leone |
| Notes |
This edition in English |
| Subject |
Performances -- Social life and customs
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Folk dancing -- Sierra Leone
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Folk dancing.
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Sierra Leone.
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| Genre/Form |
Documentary films.
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Documentary films.
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Documentaires.
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| Form |
Streaming video
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| Author |
Bowers, Faubion, 1917-1999, interviewer (expression)
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MacAndrew, James F, dancer.
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Brockway, Merrill, film director, film producer.
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Sierra Leone National Dance Company, performer
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National Dance Troupe of Sierra Leone, performer.
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Creative Arts Television (Firm), publisher
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