Experience Angola: Kizomba, Kuduro and Moamba

Angolan Independence Day, collaborating with the Angola Women's Voice Association and the local Angolan community in Nottingham to showcase their culture.

Role

  • Developed event concept and coordinated with Angolan artists and performers

  • Organised catering and food vendors offering traditional Angolan cuisine

  • Curated and scheduled performances (music, dance, spoken word)

  • Managed promotion across social media, email, and print

  • Designed or oversaw creation of visual assets (flyers, signage, screen visuals)

  • Liaised with partners and community leaders for cultural accuracy and engagement

  • Handled event logistics: setup, staff/volunteer briefings, and audience flow

  • Captured feedback and photos for post-event reporting

Outcome

  • Engaged over 200 attendees in an evening celebrating cultural pride.

  • Amplified Angolan voices and traditions within a UK arts context.

  • Strengthened cross-cultural collaboration among artists, vendors, and community members.

Date: 01/11/2024

Venue: New Art Exchange, Nottingham


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