In the sun-drenched Village of Zuala, the silence is louder than the work. The farmers, weavers, and healers work side by side, yet they are worlds apart. Everything changes when Umkhulu, the wise elder, calls upon the children and a special drum named Dumi. With a tap-tap-thump, a new rhythm begins to spread. Can the heartbeat of a single drum turn a village of strangers into a family? A vibrant retelling of African-inspired folklore, Dumi’s Heartbeat is a celebration of community, the power of music, and the beautiful song we make when we all play together.