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The Africa Contemporary Arts Consortium
Founded in 2004, The Africa Contemporary Arts Consortium is a landmark program designed to initiate, develop and sustain a dynamic exchange of arts and ideas between artists, arts organizations and public communities throughout the United States and the African continent. The Consortium is dedicated to working with African artists who are interpreting contemporary life through traditional, popular and/or contemporary forms. The Consortium's programs are rooted in experiential opportunities that nurture dialogue and exchange, allowing for organic connections to evolve.
TACAC members have undertaken 29 projects with 52
artists from 15 African countries:
- hosting residencies that give African artists creative time and exposure to U.S. audiences and the performing arts field
- producing work in partnership with each other and with others in the U.S. and abroad
- and introducing African artists to U.S. audiences through national tours that include performances and contextual activities.
Members have taken 23 trips abroad to see African artists' works and to strategize partnerships with artists, cultural and community groups, and funders. Collectively, TACAC's members have invested $2.5 million in this work to date.