Douta Seck (culture senegal) — Attraction in Dakar

Named after Douta Seck 1919–1991, a legendary Senegalese actor and cultural icon. Established April 23, 1997, by President Abdou Diouf; declared a national historical monument in 2004. It's in Medina district, Dakar Avenue Blaise Diagne X Rue 25. It serves as a Cultural Hub Promotes theater, dance, visual arts, music, and multimedia. Heritage Preservation Archives Senegal’s tangible/intangible culture. Youth & Education Hosts workshops and training for emerging artists. National Orchestra Houses the National Orchestra of Senegal ONS.

Various Activities like Festivals , Festival Njukkel, exhibitions, film screenings, conferences are held here. Partnerships with local/international cultural institutions. 💎 Legacy A dynamic bridge between Senegal’s rich traditions and contemporary creativity, honoring Douta Seck’s impact on...

Douta Seck is a government managed cultural centre. The old building is quite impressive. The main asset is its hall that is airconditioned and has features to show films. Seating is plastic chairs only. There are public toilets. The garden is even more impressive and can be used for large scale concerts. The place is poorly maintained due to lack of funds. Hiring prices are much more affordable especially to local organisers than commercial places. There is a huge generator, but usually it is not maintained as it would need so much fuel, that local organisers would hardly be able to afford...

The cultural center DOUTA SEC is a very nice place for artists I mean for the singers actors music instrumentals players theatre players ect with its nice environment, stages and it s also...