Funda is a Zulu word, spoken by the people in South Africa. Long before there were books, the elders and griots and
jaliyas – the storytellers – were the keepers of the culture; they passed on stories and songs so the community would
learn its history and values. Rhode Island Black Storytellers will provide a program of stories and music celebrating the
oral art and traditions of Black people of the African diaspora. FUNDA FEST will include African and Afro-Latino
drummers and storytellers who share tales from Africa, Cape Verde, and the Americas, making cultural connections of
African-descended people around the globe, and the stories we share.

This performance is best for Grades 3 - 8.

Curriculum Connections: Language Arts, Music, Storytelling, History, Social Studies, World Geography, and Multi-
Cultural Studies.

Runtime: Approximately 55 minutes

MANDATORY PHOTO RELEASE - Will be emailed after registration.