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Under the Baobab Tree

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Under the Baobab Tree

with Iya and the Kuumba Kids

Morning Discovery Theater

Thursday, June 4, 2026 - 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ET
Code: DT28042
Location:
S. Dillon Ripley Center
Discovery Theater, 3rd Sublevel
1100 Jefferson Dr SW
Metro: Smithsonian
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Gather round the iconic tree of life for traditional songs, stories, and dances from “Iya” Bashea Imana and her talented troupe of Kuumba Kids. This high-energy, interactive show features puppets, movement, and motivational music that rouses the spirit and moves the heart.

Generously underwritten by the Norah Roberts Foundation

About the Artist: For the past 20 years, “Iya” Bashea Imana has been using the arts as a tool for education, empowerment, critical thinking, and creativity both in and outside of the classroom. She has worked in radio and television as a professional songwriter, vocalist, and producer. Currently, Imana serves as a master educator for DC Public Schools, where she promotes the importance of the artsin education through supporting other teaching artists and using music to enhance core-curriculum subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and history.

The educational content in this show is recommended for Ages 3-6 (PreK-Grade 1).

Note About Children under 2
 Everyone must have a ticket to enter, including children under the age of 2.  Please add the "Child Under 2" price type to your cart when completing your purchase.

Group Sales
If you are buying tickets for a group of 10 or more children, please follow the instructions at discoverytheater.org/group-sales or contact us at 202-633-8700 for the group rate.