Lambi "The Call of Freedom" is the journey of a determined slave who escapes a plantation in the West Indies in search of justice. Through his long haul, he travels from various Caribbean islands and reaches New York, the land of freedom. This rebirth of his soul consecrates a singular destiny which is also that of humanity. In the end, dignity, courage and strength prevail and are the framework of this spectacular show.

The Lambi (creole word for conch shell), transformed into a wind instrument, was used during slavery for unification, communication and the slave revolution.

The choreographer Franck Muhel, in memory of enslaved women and men of these painful and historic times, invites us to travel via music and dance through the islands of the Caribbean.

Let's come together to celebrate life!

We will take the audience on a journey from the Caribbean to New York City, showcasing traditional French Caribbean folkloric dances (Mazurka, Bele, Gwoka, Afro-Cuban) passing through Cuba and bringing the evolution and journey to what we know today as Mambo and Salsa dance.

Lambi "The Call of Freedom" is presented as part of The Evolution Festival at The Center at West Park, an annual program presenting original works of theater, dance, music, and interdisciplinary performance. For more information and to learn about the other shows in the festival, visit https://www.centeratwestpark.org/evolution-festival-2023

The Center at West Park’s Evolution Festival is made possible, in part, with the support of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and with public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.