KanKouran West African Dance Company marks 30th anniversary at Lisner Auditorium

That KanKouran West African Dance Company has reached its 30th anniversary is something of a remarkable feat in Washington, a city where few dance troupes have managed such staying power. But as soon as the group took the stage at Lisner Auditorium on Saturday to mark the milestone, it was instantly clear why it has thrived: The dancers and drummers have the feel of a buoyant, joyous community, and the audience members clearly feel they are a part of it.