The first edition of GAYA, the International Dance Biennale of Mali, was officially launched on Saturday at the IDANCE'O headquarters in Sabalibougou Courani, Bamako. The ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials, including the representative of the Minister of Culture, Attaher Maïga, and the representative of the Minister of National Entrepreneurship, Employment, and Vocational Training, Oumou Touré. The event aims to promote dance as a means of transmitting cultural heritage and fostering artistic innovation.
The biennale is organized by the IDANCE'O association, which seeks to create a platform for artists, creators, and cultural professionals to come together and share their passion for dance. According to Attaher Maïga, the initiative is a significant step towards promoting Mali's rich cultural heritage and creative industry. He emphasized that dance is an essential part of Mali's cultural identity and that it deserves to be preserved and transmitted to future generations.
The representative of the Minister of Culture, Attaher Maïga, praised the initiative, saying that it highlights the importance of dance in Mali's cultural landscape. He noted that Mali's dances, gestures, rhythms, and artistic practices are a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage and that they deserve to be recognized and transmitted. Maïga also emphasized the need for the transmission of cultural heritage to be a dynamic process that allows for innovation and creativity.
Oumou Touré, representative of the Minister of National Entrepreneurship, Employment, and Vocational Training, highlighted the economic and professional aspects of the cultural sector. She noted that the arts and culture sector employs a wide range of professionals, including artists, choreographers, technicians, administrators, producers, and trainers. Touré emphasized the need for capacity building and the creation of favorable conditions for the professionalization of the sector.
The biennale's organizer, Bibata Ibrahim Maïga, was praised by Attaher Maïga for her efforts in promoting dance and cultural heritage. Maïga's initiative was supported by the Mali Talent Incubation Program (ITM), which is a program set up by the Ministry of Culture to support young artists. The program aims to provide training and mentorship to young artists and to help them develop their skills and careers.
The GAYA biennale aims to strengthen Mali's position on the African and international dance scene, while promoting the country's rich cultural heritage and creative industry. The event will feature a range of activities, including dance performances, workshops, and conferences. The biennale will also provide a platform for artists and cultural professionals to network and exchange ideas.
The first edition of the GAYA biennale is expected to inspire new perspectives and opportunities for Mali's cultural sector. The event will run for several days, featuring a range of dance performances and activities. Key stakeholders have expressed their support for the initiative, which is seen as a significant step towards promoting Mali's cultural heritage and creative industry.
Key points
- The GAYA biennale aims to promote dance as a means of cultural transmission and artistic innovation in Mali.
- The event will feature a range of activities, including dance performances, workshops, and conferences.
- The biennale seeks to strengthen Mali's position on the African and international dance scene.
