Previous winners of the Annual Sishaya Ingoma Competition include Amashoba Ezinyathi, Ezasendlunkulu, Indlondo Emnyama andOmama Boxolo. The show will be presented by the Playhouse Company later this month and showcases the rhythm, movement and storytelling that highlights the depth and beauty of Zulu dance traditions.
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The 11th Annual Sishaya Ingoma Competition will be hosted by the Playhouse Company. The competition is a vibrant showcase of Zulu dance traditions and cultural heritage.
The event will take place at Curries Fountain Stadium in Berea on March 21, from 9am to 5pm, and will feature over 42 Zulu dance groups competing in seven traditional dance categories: Isigekle, uShameni, Ingoma Yezinsizwa, Ingoma Yezintombi, Ingoma Sikhuze, Indlamu, and Umzansi. This exciting event is free of charge and open to everyone, said head of Playhouse Company marketing, Ms Mantombi Tofile
Indlondo Emnyama
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“The Sishaya Ingoma Competition has grown in stature over the years, cementing its reputation as a key cultural event in KwaZulu-Natal. This competition not only provides a platform for traditional dance groups to demonstrate their skills but also plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting indigenous heritage,” she said. “The event promises a day filled with electrifying performances, cultural pride, and fierce competition. Audiences can look forward to a spectacle of rhythm, movement and storytelling that highlights the depth and beauty of Zulu dance traditions.”
Cultural enthusiasts and the public are invited to witness this extraordinary celebration of heritage and talent, Ms Mantombi said.
Omama Boxolo
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