Royal Revels: Byo Arts Festival Celebrates Kingship Through Art (International Edition)

The Bulawayo Arts Festival (BAF), which commenced on Friday, May 30, is set to run through June 7, highlighting the dynamic artistic landscape and rich cultural legacy of the city.

This year's festival theme, "Honoring Monarchy via Art," recognizes Bulawayo’s deep-rooted customs, historical legacy, and communal ethos.

The festival commenced on May 30th with the Comedy Meets Poetry performance at Stanley Hall in Makokoba, which holds historical significance as Bulawayo's traditional community center.

The event, led by acclaimed comic Ntando Van Moyo, combined elements of comedy and poetry through presentations by performers including Sgoqa the Poet, Sonkomose, Thaluso Da Poet General Lesley, Nkosi King, D'Jun, and Diana Nomsa.

Subsequently, the Kasi to Kasi Talent Show occurred yesterday at the Amphitheater.

On next Tuesday, the Small City Hall is set to host an Imbube concert, which serves as a profound homage to African vocal expressions, cultural legacy, and musical synergy.

The performance will showcase famous Zimbabwean a cappella ensembles such as Amaqaqa, Indosakusa, Sunduza, Black Umfolosi, Great Stars, and Ijongosi, with Bongelani serving as the emcee.

On Thursday, the Large City Hall will host the Imbokodo Concert, featuring an all-women lineup aimed at honoring females in the artistic world.

The BAF organizers shared through social media platforms that this event will feature performances by Novuyo Seagirl, Luchi Shiki, Matojeni Melo Maniacs, WeCreate, Lemoniq, and Albinism Konnect, with TKP taking charge of hosting duties.

Multiple thrilling events will be highlighted during the last few days of the festival.

On June 5th and 6th, Stanley Square will play host to a kwaito/hip-hop music workshop.

The Amakhosi Concert is set for June 6 at City Hall, starting at 6 pm.

This event will highlight well-known male musicians from Bulawayo, featuring acclaimed performers like Msiz'kay, Luminous, Asaph Afrika, Gog' Bekezela, Guluva 7, Lamas Ellz, and Charles Mahlaba.

The performance is expected to attract a sizable audience and leave a memorable impact.

The festival will wrap up on June 7 with two events: a youth concert at Nkulumane and a Tshibilika/Rhumba concert at the City Hall Car Park.

Provided by Syndigate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info ).

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