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April 2008

Creative Collaborations: Junaid Jemal Sendi in Swansea

Last month young Ethiopian choreographer Junaid Jemal Sendi undertook a residency in Swansea for a collaborative project with members of County Youth Dance Company, young men’s dance group Dynion and students from the University of Swansea. Juniad’s technique classes gave students a chance to experience traditional dance styles alongside contemporary dance and he brought to them his experience of working with internationally renowned practitioners. 

Images courtesy: Taliesen Arts Centre
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The young dancers from Swansea learned about Junaid’s background and training and some of their perceptions about the culture, people and training provided in Ethiopia were opened up.

“It has been a truly exceptional project on all levels” and “In broader terms the feedback suggests that international working should happen more often to open the eyes of young people to the wealth and diversity of dance talent that is far beyond their experience.”
Sybil Crouch, Taliesin Arts Centre 
www.taliesinartscentre.co.uk 
 
For more details about Creative Collaborations please contact:
 
Sabrina Smith-Noble
Arts Manager (Performing Arts)
sabrina.smith-noble@visitingarts.org.uk

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