Seychelles proudly showcase the ‘Moutya’ dance at Angel Field Festival, Liverpool in the UK.

The Capstone Theatre Hope University Liverpool; witnessed a wonderful and magical performance by the group ‘Tipik des Seychelles’, while they enthralled the audience among which included the Seychellois diaspora in the UK. The events took place from the 20th until the 27th of March, 2025.

‘Moutya,’ is a soulful and evocative performance steeped in Seychelles’ history. Recently inscribed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, ‘Moutya’ is more than a dance; it’s a profound expression of freedom, resilience, and unity born out of hardships endured by enslaved Africans.

It became a means of secret communication and a form of resistance. Today, it is a proud symbol of Seychellois identity and the Creole heritage. Performed by an extraordinary ensemble from the Seychelles, the performance showcased a blended and hauntingly beautiful drum rhythm with dynamic, expressive movements.

This event was made possible by Mrs Georgina Dhillon of the Kreol International Magazine in the UK and professor Stephen Davismoon the Executive Dean of the faculty of Creative Arts and Humanities and also the Director of the Angel Field Festival Hope University Liverpool.