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A dance show telling the stories of 10 historically prominent African women
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10 Times Beautiful is an all-black female dance show that transports its audience through time, enabling viewers to experience a whole new dimension of African history. Come watch as 10 historically significant African women tell their stories through a powerful combination of modern and traditional dance.
This uplifting dance and visual journey starts with the blossoming of human life on earth in the form of Eve. The story meanders through the pains and struggles of women such as Angela the Slave Girl who was captured from her homeland and shipped overseas like cargo, chained in cramped vessels where tens of thousands of Africa’s children perished. Similarly, we see the successes and victories of women such as Queen Amanirenas who valiantly defended her kingdom against invading Roman colonialists. This is African history like you’ve never seen it before.
Come witness these incredible stories in an explosive performance with all-original music composed by Neo Vilakazi and Ramsis Modie, and spellbinding choreography by Divine Tasinda.
Run Time: 2 hours
Ages 12+
Contains scenes of violence and simulated sexual content that some viewers may find challenging.
creative team
Neo Vilakazi is a Composer & Producer who has lived and worked in Edinburgh for 30 years. He is passionate about offering marginalised artists meaningful opportunities to participate in in the arts, and in theatre in particular.
Ramsis Modie is a talented young black producer, musician and DJ who is sought after by many musicians working in Scotland’s music scene. He produces the backing tracks for our live performances and DJs them during performances.
Oratile ‘Tilly’ Letsholo has been involved with Neo Productions from the beginning and is an extremely competent and experienced choir leader. She takes responsibility for teaching the music to the performers.
Lewin Leon is a Scotland-based recording artist, songwriter, and producer. He is best known for his contributions to hip-hop/rap and R&B music. Lewin began his music career during his college years, while also producing beats for various projects and artists in Edinburgh.
Fiona Campbell has over 25 years of experience in managing organizations,
people and delivering artistic projects and has a wealth of knowledge of
financial management and planning.
Mhairi Gray is a young university graduate who has recently joined the team,specialising in marketing and communications with our partner organisations and venues.
Phindile Duma is an actress, singer and dancer who has considerable experience with Edinburgh's local music scene and is involved as a dedicated musician in Neo Productions' projects and shows.