Koteba and Koredugaw: Sacred Laughter of Mali

KOTEBA AND KOREDUGAW: SACRED LAUGHTER OF MALI
Nakato (Mali/Quebec)

Koteba, the traditional Malian theater, and the Koredugaw, those sacred jesters who laugh at everything, are coming to the Masq’alors! Festival. The author, storyteller, and speaker Nakato—originally from Mali and now based in Sherbrooke—reveals the symbolic aspects of their masks and the role this satirical art plays in both traditional and contemporary Malian communities.
A captivating talk, filled with laughter and playful audience participation, for all ages and curious minds.