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African Exodus

Opening Date: Feb 27, 2025
Closing Date: Mar 2, 2025
African Exodus

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Playing @
Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC)
251 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10007
A musical odyssey across cultures, genres, languages and geographies—one shoe at a time.

Embark on an experimental, metaphysical journey through the African migratory experience with this groundbreaking project from The Centre for the Less Good Idea, co-founded by visionaries William Kentridge and Bronwyn Lace. At the heart of African Exodus are over 80 pairs of shoes—transformed into instruments, tools and markers of the journeys we all take. Each shoe tells a story, navigating the movement of people and their linguistic footprints within the African continent. Culminating with a breathtaking blend of African and Western choral traditions, African Exodus invites you to feel the weight and beauty of a shared human journey, where music, culture and history converge.

An original production of The Centre for the Less Good Idea.
Presented in collaboration with the Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain.
Produced in partnership with THE OFFICE performing arts + film.
Off BroadwayPerformance Art
Show Notes: Performed in English and several African languages.

Performance Schedule

THURSDAY-SATURDAY @ 7 PM
SUNDAY @ 3 PM


Written By
  • Sbusiso Shozi

Music
  • Sbusiso Shozi

Director
  • Nhlanhla Mahlangu

TDF Tickets Offers:

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Full-price tickets:

$49.00 - $69.00

Accessibility

  • Assisted Listening System

    Infrared assistive listening systems are installed in all theaters and headsets may be used at any seat. Headsets with induction neckloops are available for patrons who use hearing aids and cochlear implants with a “T” switch. Devices are distributed free-of-charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Devices are available at the Ticketing and Information Desk. Please request a device from staff as you arrive.
  • Box Office

    The Ticketing and Information Desk, located in the lobby entrance, is accessible.
  • Elevator/Escalator

    Accessible Ramps and Elevators allow patrons to reach all levels/areas of PAC NYC. Elevators are provided to navigate from the ground level to the main foyer and restaurant and to all levels of the theaters where accessible seating is present.
  • Entrance

    An accessible entrance/elevator is available at the main entrance to PAC NYC. All theaters, the restaurant and Ticketing and Information Desk are accessible.
  • Folding Armrests

    Seats with removable armrests are available in all venues.
  • Parking

    Parking is available nearby. Visit https://nycparkingauthority.com/one-world-trade-center-parking-guide/
  • Passenger Loading Zone

    Access-a-Ride users can use the AAR bus stop at the front entry of PAC NYC for more convenient pick-ups and drop-offs.
  • Restroom

    Accessible restrooms are located on the 2nd and 3rd level of the building, accessible via elevator from the ground and the main 2nd level lobby. Three ADA Single use restrooms (Large enough for companion assistance) are located on the 2nd level. Two ADA Single use restrooms (Large enough for companion assistance) and 4 wheelchair accessible toilets are located on the 3rd level.
  • Seating

    All theaters have wheelchair- and scooter-accessible locations where patrons can remain in their wheelchairs or transfer to theater seats. Patrons who cannot or do not wish to transfer from their wheelchairs to a theater seat should request/purchase wheelchair-accessible locations when ordering tickets. Seats with removable armrests are available in all venues.
  • Visual Assistance

    Audio description is scheduled for select PAC NYC events throughout the year. Patrons who wish to listen to the description must pick up a headset. Headsets are distributed free-of-charge on a first-come, first-served basis from the Ticketing and Information Desk. Touch tours are made available when possible in conjunction with audio described performances. Large print and braille Playbills are available.
  • Wheelchair Info

    All theaters have wheelchair- and scooter-accessible locations where patrons can remain in their wheelchairs or transfer to theater seats. Patrons who cannot or do not wish to transfer from their wheelchairs to a theater seat should request/purchase wheelchair-accessible locations when ordering tickets. For assistance selecting accessible seats or for more information about accessibility for a person with a disability, please contact 212-266-3010 or accessibility@pacnyc.org.

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