2026 Nankama Concert Tickets Now Available
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2026 Nankama Concert Tickets Now Available 〰️
Honoring Tradition. Building Community.
Honoring Tradition. Building Community.
2026 ANNUAL CONCERT
NANKAMA
October 1, 2026
Newmark Theater
A celebration of West African dance, drum, and intergenerational community.
50+
invited performances
across schools, universities & cultural spaces
20+
years
rooted in rhythm and community
20+ years
rooted in rhythm and community
200+ youth dancers
have grown through
Sebé Kan
50+ invited performances
across schools, universities & cultural spaces
2000+ people
have experienced
Sebé Kan live
200+
youth dancers
have grown through
Sebé Kan
2000+
people
have experienced
Sebé Kan live
MISSION
Sebé Kan connects youth to their West African roots, cultivating pride, cultural identity, and intergenerational community through dance and rhythm.
Sebé Kan connects youth to their West African roots, cultivating pride, cultural identity, and intergenerational community through dance and rhythm.
MORE THAN DANCE
Cultural Connection
& Identity
Portland area youth connect to West African roots, traditions, and history through movement and rhythm.
Community & Belonging
A space where youth, families, and community come together across generations.
Community Engagement through Performances
Training leads to powerful performances that share culture with the wider community.
Be Part of the Village…
Testimonials
Dancing is just the tip of the iceberg.
When it comes to Sebé Kan,
we are a family, we are one.
-Nylah Jae, Sebé Kan company member
It fostered a safe space for me to grow…with my self-confidence & my willingness to make mistakes.
-Rina, Sebé Kan company member
Having a connection in a place where you feel seen, loved and cared about when you’re around so many people who don’t look like you…
-Naime, Sebé Kan company member
Sebé Kan has made me a
better person than dancer…by FAR.
-Kelis, Sebé Kan company member
Support the Village
Support culturally grounded dance, drumming, mentorship, and community-building with your tax-deductible donation.
Since joining Sebé Kan, my family and I have developed a community that truly cares about the children inside and outside of the classroom. My daughter’s confidence has risen, she has made new friends, and she’s been able to do something that she loves…dance!
- Janay, Sebé Kan parent
IN THE PRESS
OPB “Think Out Loud” Radio Interview with Sebé Kan
KATU “Afternoon Live” Interview with Sebé Kan
KATU “AM Northwest” Interview with Sebé Kan
ARC/KUNP Feature Spotlight on Sebé Kan
