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West African Drama

Explore the rich oral tradition of West African storytelling, passed down through generations to entertain and educate. Discover diverse methods of storytelling, from informal gatherings to stylized verbal art, carrying historical significance and cultural roots. Uncover the impact of West African stories on history, including their role in empowering slaves. Dive into fascinating West African myths and trickster tales, featuring supernatural beings and clever heroes that captivate audiences. Free PowerPoint template available from www.brainybetty.com.

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West African Drama

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  1. West African Drama

  2. Storytelling • Telling a story in the oral tradition • Older generations stored family histories in their memories and would recite them for younger generations • Would provide entertainment and education Free PowerPoint template from www.brainybetty.com

  3. Methods of Storytelling • In West African culture, there are several methods of storytelling • A storyteller invites the audience to gather around and hear the story • There is a set beginning and end • The audience is stationary (remain the same and don’t move away from the story) • Informal gatherings of friends and family • Someone begins to tell a “big ol’ lie” and tells a story to entertain the audience • People come and go Free PowerPoint template from www.brainybetty.com

  4. Stylized verbal art • Found on street corners • Rap poems and slang • Contemporary slang Free PowerPoint template from www.brainybetty.com

  5. West African Storytelling & History • Slaves from West Africa brought the art of storytelling with them • They were forbidden to read and write • They used the spoken word (storytelling) to pass on news, stories, and other information • Played a big role in helping slaves escape on the Underground Railroad Free PowerPoint template from www.brainybetty.com

  6. West African Stories • Myths • Answer the question of “how” or “why” something came to be • Have supernatural beings and heroes • Revolve around nature • Example: Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears • Trickster Tales • One character outsmarts the others • Popular version of West African trickster tales is Anansi the spider Free PowerPoint template from www.brainybetty.com

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