CANCELED – Les Ballets Africains – CANCELED

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED

UCSB Arts & Lectures regrets to announce that the Friday, February 6 performance of Les Ballet Africains at The Granada Theatre is canceled. The artists’ visas have been placed on administrative hold, preventing them from entering the U.S. at this time. As a result, the engagement will not be rescheduled.

Arts & Lectures will issue refunds automatically to all ticket holders within the next five business days. No action is required on the part of those who purchased tickets. Please help us communicate this information to those affected by the cancellation.

Thank you for understanding and for being part of the Arts & Lectures community. We look forward to welcoming the public and the press to another event soon.

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A powerful blend of music, dance and storytelling, the national ensemble of Guinea offers a vibrant reflection of the country’s rich cultural heritage.

Founded in 1952, Les Ballets Africains has earned international acclaim for its precision and artistry that transcends mere entertainment.

With a legacy that spans continents and decades, their performances highlight traditional rhythms, striking choreography and the dynamic interplay of movement and sound.

This acclaimed ensemble of more than 40 dancers, singers and musicians shares a living tradition – rooted in history, yet constantly evolving – through a program that celebrates the depth and diversity of West African performance.