FOOTPRINT AMBASSADORS
Biography & Awards
One of the Greatest Theatre Institute in nigeria
Footprint Ambassadors Ltd (incorporated in Nigeria as Footprints Art Ambassadors) founded in April 2003, is a world-class, award-winning African dance company dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and innovating the rich cultural heritage of African dance. Based in Nigeria and the United Kingdom, our troupe captivates audiences with electrifying performances that weave together the traditional rhythms, movements, and stories of Africa with modern interpretations that resonate with global audiences.
2003
Footprint was established in Bariga Lagos (Nigeria), being the first Children theatre company and movement in Bariga, and one of the first in Lagos state Nigeria.
2003
Footprints was selected as one of the few outstanding dance companies that performed at the Coja All African Game in 2003 (Abuja)
2005
Footprints specifically contracted by the organisers to perform at the Nigeria Music Awards (NMA 2004, Abuja)
2006/2007
Footprint performed throughout the year at Terra kulture Nigeria Music Awards (NMA 2004, Abuja)
2004 - 2016
Footprint was actively into School curriculum development and children developmental program movement through arts and culture in different nursery and primary schools all around Lagos state. The schools in this category includes but not limited to:
• Halifield School, Maryland Lagos
• Beehive School, Ikeja Lagos
• Greenwood House School, Ikoyi Lagos
• British International School, Lekki Lagos
• And many others
2017
Till date: Give Back Extravaganza Festival (GIBEfest)
GIBEfest is a conceived initiative by Footprints Ambassadors towards community development and outreach movement through arts festival. It centres on engaging underprivileged communities through arts initiatives and using performing arts for social impact, camaraderie and awareness campaigns; and sharing out of free palliatives to over a 1000 of unprivileged individuals in Bariga community on annual basis
2024
Footprint was established in London (United Kingdom)
DIRECTORS PROFILE
Michael Oladipupo Fernandez
CEO / Creative Director
Queen Adedayo Onah
Associate Creative Director
Video gallery
video caption from gibe festival
2023
we celebrated our 20th years of existence
20TH ANNIVERSARY OF EXISTENCE
GIBE FESTIVAL 2023
The Gibe Festival 2023 was a resounding success, highlighting the vibrancy of African theatre and its capacity to inspire and unite. Footprint Ambassadors effectively created a platform for cultural dialogue, showcasing the depth and diversity of African storytelling. The festival not only entertained but also educated and empowered participants, leaving a lasting impact on all involved.
