A Colorful Spectacle of West African Dance, Music and Acrobatics“…The members of this troupe are fabulous performers. They’ve been handpicked to represent their country from a culture that genuinely prizes music and dance.” (The Chicago Reader)Formed in Paris in 1952 by distinguished Guinean choreographer Keita Fodéba, Les Ballets Africains has since toured to world-wide acclaim. As the national dance company of the Republic of Guinea, the 35-member troupe embodies the authenticity of African dance, incorporating traditional instruments, intense polyrhythms and colorful costumes. Their performances transcend boundaries, promoting a legacy of cultural pride that bridges the gap between nations through the universal language of dance.CES is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org) and receives financial support from the Allegany Arts Council and the City of Frostburg.

FSU Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance presents the 2026 Honor Band Festival Concert on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2pm in the PAC Pealer Recital Hall.Purchase tickets online at https://frostburgtix.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2245, or through the University Box Office, Lane University Center 203, (Mon-Fri 10am-4pm), phone 301-687-3137. Tickets will also be available at the door the afternoon of the performance. Price for CREDIT/DEBIT card purchase: $11.73 adult; $6.53 senior, military, FSU employees; and free for students and children. CASH purchase: $11 adult; $6 senior, military, FSU employees; and free for students and children.