Amazones – Women Master Drummers of Guinea

West Africa


This ensemble isn’t named after women warriors of Greek mythology, but rather the African warriors of historical fact. In the 17th Century, the fierce and mighty kingdom of Dohomey (now Benin) was a wealthy West African empire. Its powerful army, considered invincible, numbered 25,000 warriors. 5,000 were women, who were the most respected and feared. They ranked above men. Centuries later this astonishing group of the Daughters of the Daughters of the Daughters of Dohomey, stand respected at the top of another traditionally male domain – master drummers.

“…they play with a fury, pounding out heart-racing rhythms and dancing into near frenzies… racking up rave reviews and challenging social conventions.”
The Boston Globe

	Weekday
	Family Day - Saturday, May 17
	Tacoma - Monday, May 19

School & Group Tickets

Important: Some school-hour performances are already sold out; you will not be able to link to these shows for purchase. However, tickets are usually available at the door day of show.