ABOUT TAMBOULA
Tamboula, a professional Afro-Haitian dance company provides intercultural experiences for people throughout the United States and beyond. This company brings a new style to the dance world of Chicago. In addition to traditional Haitian dances such as Yanvalou, Kongo, Nago, Ibo, Dahomey and Mayi, the company incorporates contemporary jazz and ballet technique in its repertoire. Founded in 2000 by artistic director, dancer, choreographer, Mr. Daniel Desir, the Chicago based dance company has been celebrating the dance and culture of Haiti since its founding. Drawing largely from sacred traditions, Tamboula’s lively presentations unmask stereotypes while entertaining audiences and keeping the magic alive.
The company’s two main objectives are:
To preserve and promote Haiti’s dance heritage by creating and presenting professional choreographic works, built on Haitian, Afro-Haitian, and African traditions.
To establish cultural exchanges among all ethnic groups, by celebrating and educating them of Haiti’s rich culture and the influence of African culture to the Americas and the world.
Tamboula achieves these objectives by its creation and presentation of educational, cultural and recreational events. Specifically, the company conducts workshops, lectures, and performs new works in concerts and festivals to reach the greater dance community. The founding of Tamboula was exactly what was needed to add to the rich cultural diversity of Chicago.
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