Grammy Award
winning singer, dancer and songwriter Kidjo is the definitive 21st
century world artist. Her art crosses boundaries, genres and ethnicities,
finding the connections that link musical forms from every part of the world,
while still bonding closely with her own traditions.
Beginning
in the Beninese port city of Cotonou,
Kidjo launched her career at the age of six. Kidjo is an outspoken
advocate for
African women and children, working with UNICEF, the International
Federation of Human Rights,and her own Batonga Foundation for education.
"Kidjo demands your undivided attention with her electrifying stage presence and forceful voice." - Village Voice
Co-promoted with:
Kidjo with Peter Gabriel:
$25, $35, $45. GW Students & Alumni: $15 at the Lisner Box Office.
