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Beverly Botsford’s “Drum Talk” Comes to the Carolina Theatre of Durham for its Family Saturday Series on March 5
February 23, 2022 by

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DURHAM, NC — February 23, 2022 —Beverly Botsford’s “Drum Talk” comes to the Carolina Theatre of Durham on March 5th at 11 am as part of the theater’s Family Saturday Series.
Tickets to see Beverly Botsford in Durham are $5 and are available at the Carolina Theatre box office, the venue’s website — carolinatheatre.org —and through ticketmaster.com.
Beverly Botsford is a cross-cultural percussionist and educator, blending music, movement, and spoken word in solo and ensemble presentations. Embracing the drumming traditions of Africa, Cuba, South America, and her native North Carolina, she weaves colorful rhythmic tapestries with her infinite array of collected and homemade instruments.
In her performance “Drum Talk,” the audience will embark on a music journey, learning basic techniques of drumming from Africa and Latin America–with some Carolina spice. Using the rhythm of words and language, participants will learn some of the building blocks of music, steady beat, groove, phrasing, call and response, dynamics and improvisation.
The Carolina Theatre of Durham requires all guests over the age of 12 to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours or full vaccination for entry. Additionally, all guests are required to wear a face mask at all times unless actively eating or drinking, regardless of vaccination status.
The Carolina Theatre has implemented multiple safety measures including upgrading its air filtration systems to purify indoor air quality, adding enhanced cleaning methods and touchless payment options, and increasing the number of hand sanitizer stations around the building.
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About The Carolina Theatre of Durham:
Carolina Theatre of Durham, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which manages the city-owned Carolina Theatre at 309 W. Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701. Carolina Theatre of Durham, Inc. is dedicated to presenting vibrant, thought-provoking film and live performances that contribute to the cultural and economic vitality of downtown Durham and the Triangle Region. More information at carolinatheatre.org.
Contact: Jordan Hewitt Beard
Senior Director of Marketing, Carolina Theatre of Durham
(919) 560-3040 | jordan@carolinatheatre.org