VOICED : Namibian academy promotes dance as career option

The video explores the world of modern dance in Namibia, highlighting the passion of dance teachers and the ambitions of trainees like Oliver Stoffels, who aims to promote African dance globally. Despite the booming art scene, the dance industry faces financial challenges, with limited funding and low pay for performers. The First Rain Dance Theatre aspires to change this by promoting contemporary dance as a viable career in Namibia.

What is one of the main challenges contemporary dance faces in Namibia?

• Overabundance of dance troupes

• Lack of interest from the public

• Struggle to emerge as a recognized style

• Insufficient dance teachers

What is Oliver Stoffels' main goal regarding African dance?

• To travel the world and promote it

• To create a new dance style

• To teach it in schools

• To make it a popular hobby

How does Oliver Stoffels' family view dance as a career?

• As a viable career option

• As a prestigious profession

• As a traditional occupation

• As merely a hobby

What is a significant financial challenge for dancers in Namibia?

• Expensive dance costumes

• Lack of performance venues

• Low pay compared to singers

• High cost of dance education

What is the First Rain Dance Theatre's long-term goal?

• To focus solely on traditional dance

• To become the largest dance troupe in Africa

• To employ dancers on a full-time basis

• To offer free dance classes