Toubab Bougnoul (pronounced Toebab Boenjoel) is a collective of Afro Europeans, who aim to bring a dynamic mix of clattering percussion, hypnotic rhythms, high-energy dance circles, group choreos, popping 808s and polyphonic choral singing. Throughout the show, the performers' bodies meld and the individuals merge with light and projections as dance partners, all moving together as one body. The collective is like a European version of an African tribe. We hark back to certain elements of traditional dance and percussion rituals from the different cultures the group members come from, with the ambition of giving them a new interpretation. In this way, we try to connect with our roots and the spirituality of these rituals in a way that shows respect for the original traditions, feels authentic but that we can completely appropriate.
→ On presentation of your ticket, you can go for free to the Dear Antwerp afterparty at Het Bos, hosted by Yalla Nightlife.