Biography

Gregory Maqoma is one of the most talented choreographers and performers to emerge from the new generation of South African artists. Influenced by his childhood in Soweto and his studies in Brussels at P.A.R.T.S, Maqoma finds his expression in movement, design and the spoken word. He has previously performed with Akram Khan in Steve Reich’s Variation for Vibes, Piano and Strings, and collaborated with other artists of his generation including Vincent Mantsoe and Faustin Linyekula. Maqoma continues to perform his critically acclaimed sold-out solo Beautiful Me in Europe and the USA and has successfully pioneered his company Vuyani Dance Theatre based in Johannesburg into a fast growing contemporary company in Africa. Parallel to this intense artistic activity, Gregory Maqoma teaches in many countries in Africa, Europe and America. He won numerous awards and curated several festivals including the Dance Umbrella Festival in Johannesburg.