Senegal: The Mother of African Dance At 80. Why Senegal’s Germaine Acogny Is So Influential

23rd May 2024
[The Conversation Africa] Africa's most celebrated dancer and choreographer, Germaine Acogny, turns 80 on 28 May. I have had the privilege of meeting the Senegalese artist, learning from her, and interviewing her as part of my ongoing research into African contemporary dance.

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