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A Renowned African Artiste

Peter Badejo in every sense of the word is a universal artiste. His work is addressed to the widest possible audience, and his influences are drawn from the broadest canvas - yet his roots are firmly set in his own Yoruba culture.

Peter Badejo

Peter was awarded Order of British Empire (OBE) by Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace, on the 12th of July 2001.

He is first and foremost a choreographer and a
dancer. He is a storyteller, master musician and singer and an accomplished director and actor. Although he is a Nigerian artist, he has made his impact on the contemporary dance stage of Britain and has performed, choreographed, directed and taught in Bulgaria, India and the United States.

He is not only a practitioner of the arts, but he has also conducted valuable research into the development and influence of African performing arts in society.
He is a teacher of African performing arts, catering for everyone from professional dancers and theatre practitioners to primary school children.

After a long and distinguished career in Nigeria and the United States as a performer, director, teacher and academician, Peter moved to Britain in 1990.

He has also been to Nigeria and the United States for various cultural performances. Peter is embarking on his next show called "Emi Ijo" (meaning heart of dance), which is coming up in spring. The theme of Emi Ijo is the migration of black people into Britain and their contribution dating back to the Roman Empire.

Peter's advice to the black race is to start thinking positively and be focused, despite the influence of the western culture.

He also believes that "the only identity the black man has is his culture, and it is the key to survival. In effect, we cannot afford to lose that identity."

For More Information on Peter Badejo
Contact Badejo Arts on 020 7482 4292
badejoarts@badejo.demon.co.uk