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Guinean dancers face censorship and cultural clash abroad
The Los Angeles Times review calls the performance thrilling while Guinea officials cite moral laws and modest dress. Sakho Sekou of Les Ballets Africains notes women wear full robes at home, Bakary adds indepen dence in 1958 led to nudity bans, and dancers question tours outside sensitive regions. The troupe may resume their policy after touring ends, balancing authenticity with local scrutiny.
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United States
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Guinea
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