This week the OMA collaborated with OSU’s Lonnie B Harris Black Cultural Center to host the Obo Addy Legacy Project for a panel discussion and concert. Needless to say, both events were informative and incredibly fun!
International Panel Discussion
The panel discussion on the 17th showcased storytelling, dancing, and drumming. The panelists included: Yingwana Khosa, who spoke about his life in South Africa; Alex Addy, who share his Ghanaian experiences; Kenel Pierre, who discussed his childhood in Haiti; and Prudence Eca-Mizose, who expressed his thoughts on his home country of Congo. Special features included Khosa performing the Gum Boot and Toyi dances, and Addy demonstrating the kpanlogo drum. Susan Addy & Michael Sweeney of the Obo Addy Legacy Project introduced and facilitated the discussion.
Kenel Pierre, Yingwana Khosa, Michael Sweeney, Susan Addy, Prudence Eca-Mizose, & Alex Addy
Cross Cultural Rhythms Concert
Two days later, on February 19th, the OALP group Okropong performed an incredibly dynamic concert featuring Ghanaian music and dance!
Okropong Concert in the MU Lounge
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Okropong Dancers
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Okropong Concert
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Okropong Dancers
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Okropong Concert
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Okropong Concert
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