There’s
a golden rule about the importance of culture in South African society which
says that all individuals must feel free to explore the uniqueness of their
culture and identity while developing understandings of the cultural diversity
that exists around them.
That
sentiment holds so true with the highly popular annual Ingoma Competition which
the Playhouse Company hosts this year at the SJ Smith (WEMA) Sports Ground on
Human Rights Day (March 21).
Playhouse
Company's Chief Executive and Artistic Director, Linda Bukhosini is excited
about this annual event because it helps bring together music and dance enthusiasts
from all corners of KwaZulu-Natal.
"We
are delighted to be able to present this highly popular event as part of our ongoing
programme of engaging with our audience - particularly those whose culture
embraces these genres of traditional dance which are such a rich part of the
history of KwaZulu-Natal," said Bukhosini.
For the
uninitiated, Ingoma is a traditional Zulu dance which was performed by Zulu
warriors before going into battle. The competition provides a chance to see how
these warriors (both male and female) compete against each other as they fight
for the title of the best Ingoma dance group. This year, the competition will
include the following categories: Ingoma, Isgekle, Ushameni, Ingoma yezintombi,
Ingoma Sikhuze and Indlamu.
The
Ingoma Competition will take place from 09h00 to 16h00 on March 21. The MCs for
the event will be Mdu Jali and Ukhozi FM presenter, Ngizwe Mchunu. For more
information contact Khulekani Kunene on 031 369 9440 or visit www.playhousecompany.co.za
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