Mzuri Dance ArtisTree presents We Are Colourful - Dances of Culture, Connection, and Belonging.

Join us for a vibrant celebration of traditional and contemporary African and African Australian dance, music, and togetherness as we mark our 28th year. Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to Mzuri Dance ArtisTree, you're invited to experience the magic we've created together.

Event Highlights:

Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony
Showcasing of We Are Colourful performance by Mzuri Young People
Special Guest performance by Ajak Kwai and her trio band
Interactive performance with N.A.G. Dancers
Live bands and Cultural Dancing workshops
East African food delights and Recipe Book Launch
Presentations including truth telling of Takanya
Promotion of some African-led enterprises
Gratitude to our supporters and partners

Date: Saturday 12.08.2023

Venue: Abbotsford Convent - The Oratory (1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford VIC 3067)

Event Schedule:
3:00 PM - Welcome and Smoking Ceremony (Oratory courtyard, weather permitting)
4:00 PM - We Are Colourful Performance (Seated venue - Oratory studio)
5:00 PM - Dance to Live Music with King Bell and Soukous Ba Congo, Mpaphi Nfandizo and Afrovival
6:00 PM - Close of Event

Please visit our ticketing page to confirm attendance. Enjoy delicious meals on the day; pre-book for a 20% discount or buy on-site at the event.

This project is funded by the Australian Government’s Fostering Integration Grants program through the Department of Home Affairs as well as City of Yarra, Yarra Arts and the State Government of Victoria. We are grateful and wish to thanks them as well as our supporters and partners Vic Health, Abbotsford Convent, Nurturing African Gen, Ana Soare's IFE Products, Ayel Akot - Voices of Africa Victoria, Cultivating Community and DFFH.

We Are Colourful explores Afrobeats and East African Traditional dance and song as a medium for creative collaboration, self expression, cultural connection, finding belonging and building community.

Come celebrate diversity, culture, and community with us at We Are Colourful - an event that promises joy, connection, and unforgettable experiences.