Workshops in Oslo with Kwani Experience

In October 2008 I was asked by Off The Hook Productions to help coordinate an artist exchange program with South Afrikan group Kwani Experience to Oslo, Norway. The program included workshops, performances and meeting with artists and organizations in the community of Oslo. Although Oslo was VERY cold, it was a great exchange program.

I have a lot of respect for Kwani Experience. The members are young, and SO dedicated to their art and expression. They literally do not want to go off stage when they play live! And, although they were quite unknown in Norway, they soon built a gang of fans through their intense performances. The workshops were with students in primary and secondary schools, and were both vibey and educational.

Our host in Oslo was Nordic Black Theatre and MS Innvik, the incredible cultural ship located at the harbour next to the Oslo Opera House.