Nobuntu, the female a cappella quintet from Zimbabwe, has drawn international acclaim for its inventive performances that range from traditional Zimbabwean songs to Afro jazz to gospel. The ensemble’s concerts are performed with pure voices, augmented by minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments such as the Mbira (thumb piano) and organic, authentic dance movements. The ensemble represents a new generation of young African women singers who celebrate and preserve their culture, beauty and heritage through art. The ensemble’s mission is the belief that music can be an essential vehicle for change, one that transcends racial, tribal, religious, gender and economic boundaries.  

Tickets: $35 (older than 17 and younger than 62); $29 for seniors, University faculty and staff; $15 for youth/students (ages 3-17, non-University students), $5 for University students with valid ID (must be purchased in person at Lawlor Events Center). 

Note: Patron drop-off area: There is a bus stop driveway at the Virginia Street entrance to the Church Fine Arts building making it easy to drop off passengers before parking. Parking is free on arts-events evenings (after 7 p.m.) in the Brian J. Whalen Parking Complex, which is north of the Church Fine Arts Building and south of Lawlor Events Center. 

Tickets go on sale Sept. 7, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.