Spirit of Uganda
A project of Empower African Children
10 a.m. Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Eisenhower Auditorium
50 minutes
To the melodic tones of standing drums, and with dramatic choreography and gorgeous call-and-response vocals, Spirit of Uganda brings to life the sounds and movements of eastern Africa. The company’s twenty-two vibrant performers, aged 8 to 18, personify the resilience and promise of Africa’s next generation as they promote awareness of Uganda’s dual crises of AIDS and civil war.
Suggested Grades
Pre-K to 12
Pennsylvania Academic Standards
Arts and humanities; geography; health, safety, and physical education; civics and government
Key Learning Areas
Music, human characteristics of places and regions (Uganda, Africa), civic engagement
Artist Website
Spirit of Uganda
Educator Preparation Materials
- Bonus Features
- Curriculum Connections
- Explore More
- Role of the Audience K-5
- Role of the Audience 6-12
This tour of Spirit of Uganda is made possible by a grant from Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.