This digital issue of Nataal magazine is dedicated to dance and considers how the body in movement can be a tool for self-expression, for political statement, or simply pure enjoyment. Enter our guest editor than Nicolas Huchard. This renowned dancer, choreographer and movement director curates a special section revealing his artistic vision, one driven as much by making social change as it is by unadulterated energy. Heal so presents a line-up of talent that make up his world in Paris. This tight-knit crew of Black creatives show love and support each other as the collectively move the cultural dial. Elsewhere, we do the kizomba in Abidjan with Armando Cabral, talk ballet and activism with Chloé Anais Lopes Gomes, go vogueing in Joburg with VMJBall, explore the skate boarding scene in Palestine and feel the blues with Art Comes First in Ethiopia. Shall we dance?
Huchard welcomes us into his world
La Diva Pieds Nus
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From the sun gods of Mambrui to the surfers of Rio, what ties all the stories in this issue together is meditation on Maji (water in Swahili). Together, let’s explore the movements, myths and memories that draw us all to the shore…