The Kissidugu Foundation is proud to present Camp Merveilles, first started in 2003 in Colorado.  Named after Les Merveilles, the preeminent Drum and Dance Company from Guinea, the camps are hosted by Gabriel Fara Tolno, in tribute to his mentor, the companies legendary Director, Kemoko Sano. Camp Merveilles brings world class artisans from all around the African Diaspora to share their cultural arts and heritage. With classes for all ages and abilities, this is an opportunity to study, connect, and celebrate through music, dance, and dialogue.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR HAWAII!

Merveilles Hawaii

November 1st-5th, 2019

REGISTRATION IS OPEN: https://form.jotform.com/83458141578162

Kissidugu Foundation and Lavaroots Performing Arts present the fifth annual Merveilles Hawai’i. Featuring 8 West African Artists: Gabriel Fara Tolno, Youssouf Koumbassa, Marietou Camara, Naby Bangoura, Fode Bangoura, Lamine Bangoura and Sekou Camara.  As well as Hawaiian Hula with local Kumu’s Hope Keawe and Leia Lawrence and daily morning Yoga with Big Island favorites!  Join us for an amazing 5 days at our incredible location:  The The Grace Center at The Iole Institute. https://www.kohalainstitute.org

CLICK HERE FOR MERVEILLES HAWAII PAGE.

Camp Merveilles is the longest on-going program operating under the current non-profit of the Kissidugu Foundation. If you would like to support these programs to continue the sharing of the cultural arts of Guinea in the United States please donate online below or send a check or money order to “Camp Merveilles” P.O. Box 20894 Boulder, CO 80308. All donations are greatly appreciated! You can also donate to support the creation of The Kissidugu School of Dance, Music & Education in Guinea, West Africa. Please click HERE for more information. Inuwali!! (Thank you)