Universal African Dance and
Drum Ensemble (USA)
UAD= Universal African
Dance &
Drum Ensemble (United States of America)
  
Many say
"This is the most spectacular performance
of its kind ever seen in America"
Sensational, Electrifying, Exciting, Amazing, Powerful and EDUCATIONAL
Truly a
representation of "The
Beauty of African Culture" and
most of all
FAMILY
From the Babies to the Elders
LOVE &
the Development of SELF-DISCIPLINE IS
THE KEY 
Guaranteed to make you
STOP, LOOK and LISTEN
Music that is
therapeutic, healing and penetrates the soul
CLICK LINK BELOW FOR THIS 6 minute Promotional
VIDEO:
https://youtu.be/q3ddccczk3I
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We present more than just entertainment
We represent and present
LOVE, DISCIPLINE, FAMILY and CULTURE
which is THE SOLUTION TO
UP-LIFTING HUMANITY
and especially the social problems of the
AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITIES
in AMERICA
"AFRICAN DANCE and DRUM is where
ALL MUSIC, DANCE & DRUM COMES
FROM"
We are honored and blessed to be
considered by world renowned scholars and historians as the
innovators and trendsetters of having babies to elders
skillfully performing African Dance and Drum on stages.
"Everyone has a culture, don’t be afraid or ashamed to
live, honor and celebrate your heritage and culture in love and peace."
by Wanda Dickerson
"Black People or African-Americans and those of African Descent
your ORIGIN and ROOTS is the geographic area we call
AFRICA"
"SAY IT LOUD, I LOVE MY ROOTS and I AM PROUD OF IT"
by Wanda Dickerson in the spirit of Musical Legend JAMES BROWN
One of Wanda's favorite quotes by
Maya Angelou
"People will forget what you said,
People will forget what you did,
but people will never forget how
you made them feel"
CONTACT US- CLICK HERE
National & International AMBASSADORS OF
THE CULTURE
KEEPERS OF THE
CULTURE
Featuring: African
Dance, Traditional Songs, Stilt Walking / Dancing, Masquerading, Martial
Arts Acrobatics, Drama & Intensified African Drumming
Specializing in African Dance and Drum School Assemblies
Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble in Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania at the Kimmel Center 2004 VIDEO Below
https://youtu.be/lxpr1o743PE
Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble in New York
City 5/28/2006 Below
Please enjoy one of the greatest rites
of passage VIDEO presentations
in AMERICA
 
NEW YORK
CITY PART 1 /
https://youtu.be/s6m5bgRJBK0
NEW YORK
CITY PART 2 /
https://youtu.be/77qmoR8MuFw
CLICK ON
PHOTO FOR FULL VIEWING
KEYS TO BECOMING LONG STANDING and a GREAT
GROUP with TOGETHERNESS
LOVE, PEACE, HARMONY & RESPECT with TALENT
Universal
African Dance & Drum Ensemble
PROMOTIONAL VIDEO
CLICK LINK BELOW:
https://youtu.be/q3ddccczk3I
https://youtu.be/yTut5gZ4iwc -
26 Minute video of JOY and APPRECIATION, thanks to NJ Gov. PHIL MURPHY on 02/11/2020
and
Proclamation for Founders & Directors- Robert & Wanda Dickerson with a special performance
by
UNIVERSAL AFRICAN DANCE and DRUM ENSEMBLE
Universal African
Dance and Drum Ensemble performing at the Honoring
of
Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff & Patti Labelle for the MARION ANDERSON AWARD at the
KIMMEL CENTER
https://youtu.be/Mw4-p6RKbv0
Universal African
Dance and Drum Ensemble performing at the 6abc
Thanksgiving Parade
Representing JUNETEETH
https://youtu.be/GdZwKAEo9SE
THE SOLUTION
LOVE and DISCIPLINE
DEVELOPMENT with many forms or types of EDUCATION
by Robert Dickerson
"THE
ORGANIZATION
THAT
GIVES
THE YOUNG PEOPLE
THE OPPORTUNITY
TO EXPERIENCE
THEIR
OWN GREATEST"
"We must teach, protect and guide
our young people and children from making bad decisions"
REMEMBER-
"QUITTERS never WIN and WINNERS never QUIT"
 Our
grandson asked a question: POP POP why do you make us come to all of these
shows. I answered by saying, the people,
our supporters
and our fans call us almost everyday. They love you, they love us and they
want to see us. HE SAID OK
At times I show him this photo and he
smiles
WE ARE
ED-U-TAIN-MENT;
Educating
with inspirational and positive entertainment
The
MANIFESTATION
and
IMPLEMENTATION of
the SOLUTIONS and the
MODEL of what scholars, leaders,
historians and educators
TALK,
PREACH and
WRITE about
concerning the SOCIAL ills
and the
problems
of our youth and communities AT-RISK
MANY SAY
we are one of the greatest
REPRESENTATION and
PRESENTATIONS
in AMERICA
One of the best PREVENTIVE, SOCIAL,
HOLISTIC-DEVELOPMENTAL and EDUCATIONAL programs in AMERICA
"It is easier to build strong
children than to repair broken men"
by Frederick Douglass
True, because you cannot give a child back their childhood.
Psychologically it is very difficult to undo trauma once it is experienced.
Our programs are designed to ease the harm or pain and make better.
LOVE & the Development of SELF-DISCIPLINE IS
THE KEY
Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble
Blessed and Sanctioned to
be one of the BEST Professional,
Authentic & Traditional African Dance and Drum
Ensembles in the U.S.A.
and Performing Arts Organization located in Camden, New Jersey
and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(MINISTRY OF CULTURE & FAMILY)
"A people without the knowledge of their past
history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots" (Honorable
Marcus Garvey)
"Consciousness precedes UNITY" (Dr.
Molefi Kete Asante)
"We must display and be the
beauty, righteousness and love of our original culture" (Robert
Dickerson)
(AVAILABLE TO PERFORM ANY WHERE IN
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ABROAD)
CONTACT US- CLICK HERE
Our Mission: To
educate people about African Culture and history through music, art and
the performing arts, especially African Dance and Drum. In addition,
we seek to instill pride, dignity and enhance the understanding of the
African American experience in relationship to our African Heritage.
Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble's Biography
CLICK HERE
We Work Hard To Make Your Event
MEMORABLE,
EDUCATIONAL, INSPIRING, EXCITING and INVITING
FOR PERFORMANCE BOOKINGS: CONTACT
US- CLICK HERE
Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble (USA)
"One of the greatest presentations of African Dance, Drum and Culture in
the United States of America"
365 Days of LOVE, DISCIPLINE with an
EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL PRESENTATION DESIGNED and
SPECIALIZING in
Educational Programs, Performances, Workshops and
Theatrical Productions
for SCHOOLS, COLLEGES,
FESTIVALS, CORPORATE, RELIGIOUS and COMMUNITY Events
●
SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES
for Public, Charter, Private and etc.
● Historical Educational Presentations
● Educational (Geography) School Assemblies on African Culture and
Performing Arts
● Anti-Bully Presentations
● After-School Programs
● Multi-Cultural Representation
/
Cultural Sensitivity- Teaching Moments
●
African and Caribbean Festivals
● Summer Festivals and Events
●
KWANZAA EVENTS
●
JUNETEETH EVENTS
● Black History Month Programs
/ African American Heritage Programs
● African and African American Celebrations
● Weddings and Wedding Receptions
● FAMILY REUNIONS & FAMILY EVENTS
CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER EXPLANATIONS / pdf file
CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER EXPLANATIONS / jpg
file
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 Robert
and Wanda Dickerson Founders
and Creators of Unity Community Center (since 1983) and it's programs of
Performing Arts presentations, African and African American History of
Study, Knowledge and Experiences since 1968
MESSAGE TO OUR AFRICAN BROTHERS and SISTERS from AFRICA:
Help us or say kind words
for one of our main purposes of educating and teaching our Black or
African-American family their
ROOTS, HERITAGE and Original Culture
through the performing arts of African Art, Dance, Drum and Music.
This the true essence of LOVE
and CHARACTER
when knowing your ancestors and yourself as beautiful KINGS and QUEENS.
by Robert Dickerson
Universal African Dance and Drum
Ensemble - Camden, New Jersey and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
 Contact
us to receive Promotional Package  Contact
us to receive STUDY GUIDE
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Most of the male Black Belt
members who became Karate Champions are also members of the World
Champion UPK Pasha Generals, who
have performed at many prestigious World
Martial Arts Halls of Fame in
Jacksonville, Florida / Cleveland, Ohio / Mt. Pocono,
Pennsylvania / Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Atlantic City,
New Jersey. Both
male and female Karate champions
are also the drummers, dancers, musicians and acrobats of
the Sensational and Electrifying UNIVERSAL
AFRICAN DANCE & DRUM ENSEMBLE.
 Universal
African Dance & Drum Ensemble's drummers
and stiltwalkers who are also World
KARATE CHAMPIONS from
our Universal
Pasha Karate School (UPK) were
in the movie called WARRIOR by
LIONSGATE with famous actors Joel Edgerton, Tom Hardy, Nick
Nolte and Jennifer
Morrison. In movie theaters across America which started
Friday, September 9, 2011.  NOW
on DVD at AMAZON and etc..
CLICK LINK
BELOW for further information:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warrior_%282011_film%29
https://youtu.be/MydrN5M0keE
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CONGRATULATIONS
A Historical and World Renowned
Accomplishment
A distinguished committee of world
renowned artists and scholars chose
our very own Universal
African Dance and Drum Ensemble to
represent the U.S.A. at the historicalWorld
Festival of Black Arts and Cultures, a.k.a. as FESMAN in Dakar,
Senegal, West Africa. This
world festival was held in December
2010. Over
80 nations sent
their best scholars, historians, artists and performers to this
WORLD ARTS FESTIVAL. We were proud and honored to be selected
among the best performing arts groups in the world. Below
you will find You-Tube Videos of us performing at this
historical event.
(1) December 15, 2010 (Saint-Louis,
Senegal Africa on INTERNATIONAL STAGE) Click
here for You-Tube Video
(2) December 17 and 18, 2010 (On
Goree Island and Senegalese wedding in Dakar, Senegal Africa) Click
here for You-Tube Video(3) Further
HISTORICAL information please Click
here:
In addition, the Universal
African Dance and Drum Ensemble, a 72
member troupe is
sanctioned one of the best African Dance and Drum Troupes in
America by renowned scholars, historians and artists in America
and Africa.
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  A
Sizzling new African
Drum & Music CD 
CLICK
HERE TO ORDER DIMEDI FAABE African Drum &
Music CD 
"African Drum Beats and Music is the true root of all music (The 1st
NOTE)"
"The Pulse of the Drum - Is the Spirit of the HEART"
"AFRICAN DANCE and DRUM is where
ALL MUSIC, DANCE & DRUM COMES
FROM"
Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble in America
CD (DIMEDI FAABE) & PERFORMANCE REVIEWS
Music that is
therapeutic, healing and penetrates the soul
"Their performance was so thorough,
we are going to play the CD all day at the
Imani Celebration fest in California; You
(Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble) are the best that I have
ever seen." DR.
MAULANA KARENGA- Professor,
Author, Historian / Creator
& Founder of KWANZAA
"I've traveled all over the world, they are the
best I've ever seen in this country." DR.
MOLEFI KETE ASANTE- Professor, Author &
Historian / The
father and author of Afrocentricity
"They
(Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble) are great,
their show needs to be in Las Vegas
NOW with the best. I want their
programs
in all of my schools."
Legendary KENNY GAMBLE
/
Philadelphia International Records
"They (Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble) are
THE EVIDENCE THAT OUR ORIGINAL CULTURE and FAMILY IS NOT LOST in
AMERICA."
Also, the proof Unity Community Center (UCC) being the most accomplished
performing arts and youth preventive developmental organization in
America is coming to their
Annual Banquet. The Banquet highlights their miracle
and greatness. This Banquet is absolutely
THEIR BEST PROPOSAL,
because "SEEING IS BELIEVING"
Rev. Roy L. Jones, B.A. / M.A. / M.S.
" They (Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble) is
the best that I have seen in America. They are so good, like my
home in Africa; that is why I have my children performing with them.
They are Family"
Yalani Bangoura-
Acrobat, Dance Teacher & Djeli from Guinea, West Africa.
"This group is producing miracles." JOE
PISCOPO -
Famous Actor / Comedian & Philanthropist / Positive
Impact Foundation &
One of the original Saturday
Night Live Superstars
"So
very proud of their performances at the
Mann
Center. Robert and Wanda Dickerson' true commitment
and dedication to our young people should forever be applauded. I've
worked with their organization for 20+ years joyfully as cultural
partners with the Mann Center's educational programs." Peace and
Blessings Family!
Rhoda Blount, VP Education &
Community Engagement
"This group is wonderful, you must see them, it
is hard to explain how good they really are." Legendary DR.
BABA CHUCK DAVIS- Over
50 years of African Dance & Artistic
Director for
38+ years for DANCE
AFRICA / BAM
"I've traveled the world touring and performing
and never found a group uplifting family and African Culture in
America until meeting this FAMILY." MOUSSA
DIABATE- Djeli,Griot,
Historian & African Dance & Drum Teacher / Les
Ballet Africain- Guinea, WEST AFRICA
" I heard a lot about them, (Universal
African Dance & Drum Ensemble) when
I seen them, (Universal
African Dance & Drum Ensemble) (October
20, 2007) they are
number one" M'
BEMBA BANGOURA-Djeli,Griot, Historian &
African Dance & Drum Teacher / The
Ballet of Conakry & Ballet Djoliba - Guinea, WEST AFRICA
"They are the BEST, like the BALLET." MITO
CAMARA- African
Dance & Drum Teacher / Lead
Drummer for Les Ballet Africain for many years- Guinea, WEST AFRICA
"I am 96 years old and I have traveled the
world many times and seen many dance performances. That
was the best dance performance that I have ever seen in my life"-
(January 31, 2010) a wonderful elder Jewish Lady at a Jewish
Elderly Center in
Pennsylvania
"The impact that you (Universal
African Dance and Drum Ensemble) put
on people; if more people would do that, it would impact the world" (October
5, 2011) Dr.
Johnnetta Betsch Cole, Director of Smithsonian
Institution National Museum of African Art
Contact
us to receive Promotional Package
 
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