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Folktales and Storied Traditions: Troubadours, Griots, and Hakawatis

Folger Shakespeare Library
Friday, February 12, 2027
Explore oral histories, heroic sagas, folk tales, and epic romances across the West African, Arabic, and European musical traditions. In this program, Folger Consort traces the narrative and musical connections between West African djali or griots, Arabic hakawatis, and medieval Provençal and French singer-poets.
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About Folger Shakespeare Library

The venue is famous for its architectural connection to the Globe Theatre in London, offering a specialized environment for Shakespearean-style performances. It serves as a central hub for bridging the arts and humanities through transformative live productions.story_potoo

201 E Capitol St SE, Washington DC, DC 20003
Open
• Closes 6:00 PM
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+1 202-544-4600

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