TWAWSI – THE WORLD AS WE SEE IT…
The world we once knew is becoming one we have yet to understand...
Human life is fleeting, the world is still unfolding…
Redefining Dance of the African Diaspora with a contemporary outlook, ACE dance and music’s bold new double bill presents two powerful, contrasting visions of our world today, told through exhilarating and emotive breathtaking physicality – what are you willing to die for?
Rooted in the realities faced by millions across the globe, Serge Aimé Coulibaly captures the chaos of conflict. Driven by a fierce soundscape and fusion of African and contemporary dance, shattered world’s surge with athleticism and endurance – a testimony to human resilience and courage.
In stark contrast, Vincent Mantsoe’s work takes you to a distant place; travelling to far flung corners of the earth, where spirituality and harmony shape everyday life.
Two choreographers with extraordinary heritage and seven diverse dancers re-write the rules and embody a state of unity and deep connectedness rarely seen in our divided world.
TWAWSI offers a luminous oasis of coexistence – the world as we see it…
Autumn Tour 2026/2027
| Date | Venue | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| 19th September 2026 | Bell Square, Hounslow | On Sale Soon |
| 6th October 2026 | BCDH | On Sale Soon |
| 14th October 2026 | Theatre Royal Winchester | On Sale Soon |
| 16th October 2026 | Heywood Civic, Rochdale | On Sale Soon |
| 20th October 2026 | Hackney Empire, London | On Sale Soon |
| 3rd November 2026 | The Drama Studio, Sheffield | On Sale Soon |
| 17th November 2026 | Warwick Arts Centre | On Sale Soon |
| 27th January 2027 | CAST, Doncaster | On Sale Soon |
| 2nd February 2027 | Corn Exchange, Newbury | On Sale Soon |
| 20th February 2027 | Theatr y Werin, Aberystwyth Arts Centre | On Sale Soon |
| 2nd March 2027 | Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury | On Sale Soon |
Cast and Creative Team
Artistic Director
Gail Parmel MBE
CEO
Ian Parmel ,MBE
Associate Director
Iona Waite
Choreographers
Serge Aimé Coulibaly & Vincent Mantsoe
Lighting Design
James Mackenzie
Scenographer
Eve Martin
Costume Design & Maker
Heidi Luker
Production Manager
James McArthur
Senior Producer
Juliet Thomas
Rehearsal Director
Kennedy Junior Muntanga
Dancers
Georgia Collier, Camila Di Aloi Fandos,
Lihle Mfene, Mthoko Mkhwanazi,
Thabang Motaung, Vuyelwa Phota,
Sarah Santos