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Festival 2024 Playlist

Dobet Gnahoré

Get ready to be dazzled by the phenomenal talent of GRAMMY Award-winner Dobet Gnahoré! Hailing from Côte d’Ivoire, Dobet is a virtuosic singer, dancer, and percussionist who’s captured the world’s...

Nino Ciampa and the Hartt Salsa All-Stars

Nino Ciampa and the Hartt Salsa All-Stars are the first ensemble from the University of Hartford to be devoted exclusively to New York-style salsa music. Nino Ciampa, 19-year-old Boston native of...

Pamyua

Experience the vibrant rhythms and rich culture of the Inuit people with Pamyua! Through their captivating music and dance performances, Pamyua showcases Inuit traditions, sharing indigenous...

New Haven Chinese Cultural Cooperative

Founded in 2023, the New Haven Chinese Cultural Cooperative (NHCCC) is a vibrant nonprofit organization committed to enriching communities across Connecticut with the beauty and depth of traditional...

Stir The Style: Destination New Haven

Join us for "Stir the Style – Destination New Haven" It's not just a storytelling event; it's a passport to adventure! Delve into a whirlwind of tales as we explore the diverse paths that led people...

DakhaBrakha LIVE at the International Festival of Arts & Ideas

This concert was recorded live on June 20th as part of a heartwarming celebration of International Refugee Day! Meaning “give and take” in Ukrainian, DakhaBrakha blends traditional Ukrainian folk...

Mulan Fitness Art School

Don’t miss the vibrant dance performance by Mulan Fitness Art School! Led by the talented Ms. Jichun Sun, whose students showcase traditional Chinese dance styles alongside Mulan quan – a modern...

Cécilia

Cécilia

You are invited to delight in the enchanting sounds of Cécilia! This dynamic band effortlessly blends traditional, Celtic, and Quebecois music, creating a whirlwind of musical magic. From skillfully...

Luca Ciarla solOrkestra

Dive into a mesmerizing musical journey with Italian violinist Luca Ciarla! Using a loop pedal, his voice, and even toy instruments, Luca creates a unique blend of sounds and rhythms. Watch as he...

A Night of Poet Laureates

Get ready to be swept away at "A Night of Poet Laureates"! Join us for an electrifying evening filled with the power of words as three Connecticut poet laureates grace the stage with their...

The Ebony Hillbillies LIVE at the International Festival of Arts & Ideas

Get ready to be swept away by the infectious tunes of The Ebony Hillbillies – the last African-American String Band in America! Keeping essential traditions alive with a fresh twist, they blend pop...

PechaKucha: The Best We Could Do

How much can you share in 20 slides, 20 seconds each? PechaKucha, originating in Tokyo in 2003, offers a platform for storytellers to share their tales in a distinctive format. This innovative...

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