Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya

Legendary jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim last performed at Middlebury 30 years ago, mere days before the opening of the now Mahaney Arts Center.  This time he’ll grace our Robison Hall stage with his band Ekaya, which means “home”—during a weekend that celebrates both South African Freedom Day and International Jazz Day. The face of South-African jazz, Ibrahim (aka Dollar Brand) is known and beloved for his work, Mannenberg, which is regarded as an anti-apartheid anthem.

Performance subject to change.

Tickets: $25 General public | $20 Middlebury ID holders | $10 Youth (Under 21) | $5 Middlebury students

We also welcome you to purchase tickets in person at the Mahaney Arts Center or over the phone at (802) 443-MIDD (6433), Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. And we’ll be selling tickets at the door. Our box office will open at 6:30 PM Saturday evening to serve you!

Please note that this event will now be general admission. We apologize to those who previously purchased tickets with reserved seating. If you have specific seating needs related to accessibility, please contact Molly Andres. All others are encouraged to come early for the best choice of seats.

Vaccinations and boosters (or valid medical or religious exemptions) required. Masks optional (but welcome!) except under certain conditions.