The Sibikwa Dance Academy recently enthralled Thembalami Care Centre and Max Ordman Deaf Association residents with their lively, vibrant dancing and drumming.
Seventeen youths from the academy recently visited the care centre to engage with and perform for the residents.
“One of our residents enjoyed it so much that she started dancing with them to the delight of the dance group. The dancers used drums to create a fantastic rhythm during their performances and the residents thoroughly enjoyed it,” says Elize Raath, Thembalami’s deputy manager.
“After their performance, the dancers helped residents to play the drums, which was a wonderful experience for them. Music and dance always make them happy,” she adds.
Patricia Maki enjoying her drumming.
Celia Fish enjoying the drum.
MODA resident Hansie Griessel with Sidney Le Sueur watching him play.
Louisa Potgieter, who thoroughly enjoyed dancing with the youth! Pictured in the background is Elize Raath, Thembalami’s deputy manager.
