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Azaguno “Nukpɔkpɔ”

Azaguno “Nukpɔkpɔ”

  • Date: April 2nd, 2022
  • Location: Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts, Parmer Hall
  • Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Cost: Ticket prices are $20 for adults; $5 for Messiah University students (with ID) and youth (18 and under).

Azaguno “Nukpɔkpɔ”

Join us for a Nukpɔkpɔ, a thrilling evening of traditional and contemporary West African music and dance, as the multi-ethnic ensemble Azaguno returns to Messiah University. This collaborative performance will also feature renowned international dancers and musicians from Ghana, as well as several of Messiah University’s music and dance ensembles.  Founded by Dr. Paschal Yao Younge and Dr. Zelma Badu-Younge, Azaguno, which means "a master drummer" among the Ewe people of Ghana, brings to the stage a unique African theatrical experience, fusing traditional West African music and dance with contemporary intercultural works in new theatrical contexts. Don’t miss this unique and exciting performance!

To purchase, please contact the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036 or online at messiah.edu/tickets.

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