Archived Events: 2023
AFRO-FUTURE
Festival:
from Yo CiTY Connect
Saturday, 4 December 2023
West Space Gallery
Abbotsford Convent
1 St. Heliers St
Abbotsford
VIC 3067
$40
Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through the heart of African culture, music, food, and dance at the spectacular Abbotsford Convent on the 9th of December!
Yo CiTY CONNECT: AFRO FUTURE is set to be the most captivating cultural extravaganza of the year, promising an unforgettable experience that transcends boundaries and brings people together.
Co-hosted by Lydia Tesema and Noah DaCosta, step into a world where beats come alive and melodies enchant your soul with electrifying performances by renowned musicians, including AUSECUMA BEATS, SOULECTRIC, COOL OUT SUN, JALI BUBA, COOL OUT SUN, LE SOUL and ALARIYA gracing the main stage.
Feel the pulse of Africa's beats as our sensational DJs; KGOMOTSO, PK & CHRIS NG spin a mesmerising blend of Amapiano, Afrobeats, and other soulful sounds straight from the motherland.
Food and beverage offerings by Tastes of Senegal, Zangers Bangers and Bodriggy Brewing.
Throughout the day are invitations into the diverse richness of African culture:
AFRO(LIT)ERATURE
11AM - 4PM in the Community and Linen Rooms
Curated by Guido Melo, AFRO(LIT)ERATURE offers an open and encouraging space for aspiring writers, people interested in African Australian and diasporic writing and other broader creatives to learn from award-winning authors.
Featured authors and topics include:
Maxine Beneba Clarke on the Art of Creating Children’s Books
Cath Moore on writing with and for teenagers
Denise Chapman and Ines Timbras in conversation with Guido Melo
Thabani Tshuma with a spoken word performance and poetry from the Soul
Sisonke Msimang speaks on writing range
EKO MELBOURNE
11AM on the Grass (Heritage Gardens)
Working with leading practitioners from the Continent, visitors will be immersed into the thriving beauty of African design and production through high quality goods and experiences.
LAWN GAMES
11AM on the Grass (Heritage Gardens)
Suitable for kids and the young at heart, join in to play giant jenga and giant connect four.
BAHAAR HENNA TATTOOING
12PM on the Grass (Heritage Gardens)
Adorn yourself with the temporary body decoration similar in appearance to a tattoo.
ETHIOPIAN COFFEE CEREMONY
1PM - 5PM on the Grass (Heritage Gardens)
Join Atakilty ‘Ata’ Woreita as she serves coffee. Whether you’re a coffee lover or not, the Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony is a great way to participate meaningfully in a cultural experience. The ceremony ultimately highlights the importance of community, hospitality, and the art of coffee brewing.
FACE PAINTING BY AIRY FAIRY FACES
2PM - 5PM on the Grass (Heritage Gardens)
Airyfairy Faces provides exceptional quality and vibrant face painting. They will be creating a splash of colour and magic at our celebration.
Yo CiTY Connect: AFRO FUTURE is proudly supported by MAV, Yarra City Council, PBS, Abbotsford Convent, Bodriggy and OZ AFRICAN TV.
