Opera House Arts

Grant Recipient

Location

Stonington, ME

Artist

Akwaaba African Drum and Dance Ensemble

Fiscal Year Awarded

2010

Grant or Program

New England States Touring (NEST) Grant

Grant Amount

$1,350

Opera House Arts at the Stonington Opera House presented The Awkaaba Ensemble as part of our Live for $5 Intergenerational Theater Series. In addition to their performance, the ensemble conducted a Talk Back on stage after their performance; and hosted a workshop the next day in collaboration with Seamark Community Arts.

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