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Classes

DanceAfrica Master Class

 
 
Mon, May 28, 2018
  • 12PM
 
 
LOCATION:

Mark Morris Dance Center, 3 Lafayette Ave (Brooklyn)

 
RUN TIME: 1hr 30min
ALL TICKETS:  $12
Registration is closed. Class is currently at capacity.
 
 
 
 
 
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Choreographer Siyanda Mwandla of Ingoma KwaZulu Natal Dance Company leads this immersive workshop in the music and dance of South Africa. Participants are introduced to South African rhythmic traditions and master the fundamentals of traditional movement styles.

For intermediate to advanced levels. Space is limited; pre-registration is recommended. Visit MMDG.org or contact Mark Morris Dance Center at 718.624.8400 for details.

 
 
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