By Taiye Olayemi
The Tayese Academy of Arts and Culture, London CIC, has partnered with Nigeria’s Alariya Cultural Group to advertise Yoruba tradition within the United Kingdom, by collection of excessive avenue cultural performances.
Babatunde Bamgbode, President, Alariya Cultural Group, in a press release on Thursday, stated that the initiative can be launched early 2025.
Bamgbode who’s an actor, stated this might showcase conventional Yoruba music, dance, and story telling.
He stated the initiative would expose various audiences to genuine expertise of certainly one of Africa’s most vibrant cultural heritages.
According to him, the partnership would see proficient members of the 2 teams carry excessive vitality cultural dance performances to a number of excessive streets throughout the UK.
He stated the initiative was a part of Tayese Academy’s ongoing mission to advertise Yoruba arts and tradition in multicultural communities to foster better appreciation and understanding of Yoruba traditions amongst people from numerous backgrounds.
“The collaboration is a major step towards fostering and advancing the Yoruba race and tradition.
“Together, we purpose to showcase the richness of Yoruba traditions on a world platform, making a deeper reference to various audiences.
“This partnership is not going to solely protect our cultural heritage, but additionally strengthen the id of the Yoruba folks by sharing our vibrant historical past and artwork with the world.
“At the center of those performances shall be Mr Sunday Fadahunsi and Mr Raheem Awesu, the joint leaders of the Alariya cultural group.
“Both are celebrated cultural ambassadors and can play lively roles as lead performers, excelling as cultural chanters and singers.
“Their leadership will ensure that the essence of Yoruba heritageis authentically represented, enriching the performances with cultural depth and artistic excellence,” he stated.
Also, Larry Sharafa, Founder of Tayese Academy stated :”Through this partnership, we hope to carry the wealthy and vibrant traditions of the Yoruba folks to life on the streets of London.
“We wish to have a good time variety whereas educating the general public concerning the magnificence and significance of Yoruba tradition.
“The excessive avenue cultural performances is not going to solely function an interesting spectacle but additionally as an academic platform showcasing Yoruba heritage in a means that connects folks from completely different cultures.
“These performances will take place in prominent locations across London,providing both residents and visitors the opportunity to witness the rhythmic power of Yoruba drumming, dance and traditional songs in an urban setting.”
