Ecole des Sables Tickets

Welcome to the performer page for Ecole des Sables (EDS), a pivotal dance center in Senegal founded in 1998 by Germaine Acogny. Based near Dakar at Toubab Dialaw, EDS has grown to host two dedicated dance halls—Kër Aloopho and Salle Henriette—and 24 artist residences, forming a vibrant hub for West African and international contemporary dance. EDS emphasizes the Acogny technique, a synthesis of West African and Western dance traditions, and runs professional training, residencies, and collaborations that connect dancers worldwide.

Since 2020, artistic direction has been led by Alessandra Seutin and Wesley Ruzibiza, expanding international exchanges and co-productions through the Jant-Bi company and collaborative works. Notable past and ongoing collaborations include projects with the Pina Bausch Foundation, such as Sacre du Printemps, and joint performances like Until the Beginnings with MOUVOIR, taking place in international venues. EDS remains a dynamic platform for creation, education, and cultural exchange in Africa and beyond.

Learn more about upcoming performances and tours, as EDS continues to bring cutting-edge dance to stages around the world, including the 2025 Fabbrica Europa program and the Africa Dance Biennale in Dakar. For the latest updates, follow the official site and Facebook page: ecodesables.

EDS is more than a performance company; it’s a living center for training, residencies, and collaboration. The venue's facilities support creative development with two professional spaces and artist accommodations, enabling long-term international partnerships. EDS’s work has gained recognition worldwide, including the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement to Germaine Acogny at the Venice Biennale (2021) and the ECOWAS Excellence Award (Arts & Letters, 2019). With ongoing projects like UNTIL THE BEGINNINGS and WÉCCO AADA Stage, EDS invites audiences to experience a rich blend of tradition and innovation in contemporary dance.

Social links: official site and Facebook page provide event updates and contact information to help you secure seats and plan visits.

City note: Dakar region, Senegal, with performances intermittently scheduled internationally. Always check the event listing for date and venue specifics.