essence of the War Dance

essence of the War Dance

1.What pertinent information did you glean about dance from the essence of the War Dance documentary?

2.What examples of dance and music today does the Foli footage demonstrate?

3.What similar characteristics can be found in the dances of the Maasai,Bwola, gumboot and Zulu tribal movements.

4.Choose one pioneer artist or group and describe the unique efforts that have contributed to the furtherance of the appreciation of the African cultural dance.

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Qn. 1

The documentary depicts the hardships that children from northern Uganda go through as a result of war. They are living a very devastating life without parents, as most of them witness as their parents get killed. They also lack basic needs such as food, shelter and clothing.

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