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Sold out in 2010 AND 2011, BATUKE! 3rd edition promises to deliver once again a premier quality event for you to remember. Share the experience, learn something new and be inspired!

BATUKE! is a unique opportunity to explore the culture of the Luso-African diaspora (Angola, Cape Verde, Mozambique, Sao Tome, Guinea Bissau) & its many influences (West Indies, Brazil, Europe, Portugal) with UK & International artists teaching, performing and partying with you until late hours for 4 days!

BATUKE! is...
1 Unique Event right in Central London
2 Days of inspiring Workshops & Entertainment
3 Party Nights in some of London's best venues
PLUS This year we're also joining the Notting Hill Carnival!

BATUKE! GOT TALENT!!
Friday 1st June 2012 @ Vox Club

Do u have what it takes to perform in front of hundreds of people? Do u want to perform in the premier Afro-Latin Festival of its kind in the world? Do u want to win cash?

This is your chance!!

We want the audience to discover up-and-coming talent & provide an opportunity to new blood to showcase the dance style of their choice. We want to see raw talent, high energy and originality!

1 WINNER - 1 PRIZE - 1 OPPORTUNITY

The best act wins: - £400 instant cash prize - full passes to BATUKE! 2012 - performance slot @ BATUKE! 2012 - 3 nights accommodation incl. breakfast

Second & Third Runner-up wins a performance slot at "El Grande" in 2012!

Applications open now at Kizomba.UK@Googlemail.com


Batuke Festival 2012


When: 24th - 27th August 2012
Where: Various locations