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    Rejuvenated and thriving

    Dakawa Community Arts Centre reopens with a fashion show and dance off
    Buhle Andisiwe MadeBy Buhle Andisiwe MadeAugust 31, 2023Updated:August 31, 2023No Comments1 Min Read
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    Joyful Dakawa artists at the reopening of the the arts and crafts centre. Photo: Supplied
    Joyful Dakawa artists at the reopening of the the arts and crafts centre. Photo: Supplied

    By Buhle Andisiwe Made

    On Saturday, 26 August, the Dakawa Community Arts Centre held its grand reopening. The Centre presented a dance-off and fashion show for the community. The event also showcased many items where the community members could engage through Art.

    The dances incorporated different styles, while the fashion runway comprised garments made from recycled materials such as paper and plastic. Old artwork like ceramics and paintings were on sale during the event, along with refreshments.

    Snacks on sale on Saturday, 26 August at the Dakawa Arts & Craft Centre reopening. Photo: Supplied
    Snacks on sale on 26 August, at the Dakawa Arts and Craft Centre reopening. Photo: Supplied
    Young dancers posing, ready for their performance. Photo: Supplied
    Young dancers posing, ready for their performance. Photo: Supplied
    Sweet treats for available to buy at the centre's reopening.. Photo: Supplied
    Sweet treats were available to buy at the centre’s reopening. Photo: Supplied
    The young performers posing for a photo after their dance-off. Photo: Supplied
    The young performers posing for a photo after their dance-off. Photo: Supplied
    Fashion show designed piece made from recycled material. Photo: Supplied
    Fashion show designed pieces made from recycled material. Photo: Supplied
    Fashion show designed piece made from recycled material. Photo: Supplied
    Fashion show designed pieces made from recycled material. Photo: Supplied
    Fashion show designed piece made from recycled material. Photo: Supplied
    Fashion show designed pieces made from recycled material. Photo: Supplied
    Fashion show designed piece made from recycled material. Photo: Supplied
    Fashion show designed pieces made from recycled material. Photo: Supplied
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    young & totally bubbly xhosa woman from the bay. with steadfast faith and a supportive family unit i have been able to develop a cool ability to achieve. art, fashion, entertainment and pop culture are what entice me. i'm attracted to visuals that last. through writing and video creation & edits, i aspire to create work that allows artist to showcase their talents and gives audiences the opportunity to stand in awe on what it is to be creative.

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