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Germaine Acogny, Gregory Maqoma _ As We Are

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Oct 12–18

Germaine Acogny, Gregory Maqoma _ As We Are

Witness a powerful collision of African dance traditions and contemporary storytelling that pays homage to resilience and universal kinship. This choreographic journey captures a raw, rhythmic energy that bridges the gap between ancient roots and modern global struggles.

Théâtre de la Ville – Sarah Bernhardt (Paris 4th)

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From October 12 to October 18, 2026, the Théâtre de la Ville – Sarah Bernhardt presents Germaine Acogny and Gregory Maqoma: As We Are. This performance explores the legacy of Joséphine Baker through dance, followed by a vibrant ensemble piece featuring twelve dancers. The event is designed for a broad audience and is fully wheelchair accessible, with specific accommodations available for deaf, hard-of-hearing, blind, or visually impaired guests. Tickets go on sale starting September 1, 2026, at 12:00. This is an opportunity to experience a powerful dialogue between heritage and contemporary social realities.

At 82 years old, Germaine Acogny is a phenomenon. The former "spiritual daughter" of Maurice Béjart traverses the life and struggles of the famous Josephine Baker: her revolt against racism, her involvement in the Resistance… A meeting so natural that it is a triumph everywhere. Gregory Maqoma responds with a creation for twelve dancers of different traditions, uniting their practices in a joyful brotherhood that pays tribute to the teaching of Germaine Acogny and her famous École des Sables. An immemorial echo of Africa, its youth and its modernity, a telluric whirlwind at a frantic pace, Bantu is a celebration of the strength and beauty of life. Gregory Maqoma also recalls the social realities of the continent. And succeeds in bringing to life, in the spirit of Josephine’s ideal, the dream of a universal humanity.

Thomas Hahn

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At the Théâtre de la Ville – Sarah Bernhardt, 82-year-old dance icon Germaine Acogny portrays the life and resilience of Joséphine Baker. The piece revisits Baker's fight against racism and her involvement in the Resistance, bringing her historical significance to the forefront of the stage.

Gregory Maqoma follows with a collaborative work for twelve dancers from diverse traditions. This performance honors the teaching methods of the École des sables while addressing the social complexities of the African continent. Through a fast-paced and rhythmic movement, the ensemble celebrates the strength of life and the pursuit of a universal humanity, echoing the core values of Baker's own vision.

Performances run from Monday, October 12, 2026, through Sunday, October 18, 2026. Booking opens on September 1, 2026, at 12:00, with discounted rates offered for cardholders, students, and those under 30. The venue is equipped to welcome wheelchair users and provides support for audience members who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, blind, or visually impaired.

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