The mother of African dance at 80. Why Senegal’s Germaine Acogny is so influential
The mother of African dance at 80. Why Senegal’s Germaine Acogny is so influential: Africa’s most celebrated dancer and choreographer, Germaine Acogny, turns 80 on 28 May. I have had the privilege of meeting the Senegalese artist, learning from her, and interviewing her as part of my ongoing research into African contemporary dance. This is …