Classes
DanceAfrica Master Class
- 12PM
Mark Morris Dance Center, 3 Lafayette Ave (Brooklyn)
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.
This year’s performance offers a taste of the rhythm and spirit of South Africa, acknowledging Nelson Mandela’s centennial birthday and the contributions of freedom fighters past and present.
This traditional tribute to the ancestors features a libation ceremony conducted by the DanceAfrica Council of Elders with music, drumming, and dance performances.
This year's festival kicks off with the annual community welcome for the artists, featuring performances by students from RestorationART.
DanceAfrica's beloved bazaar returns, featuring more than 150 vendors from around the world, offering African, Caribbean, and African-American food, crafts, and fashion.
A survey of recent video work by South African artist Nandipha Mntambo.
The South African sculptor, painter, and video artist discusses her practice with the Brooklyn Museum’s Ashley James.
DJ Greg Caz brings his legendary mixes of vintage Brazilian beats to BAMcafé for DanceAfrica 2018.
Caregivers and children alike deepen their engagement with DanceAfrica in this fun-filled, hands-on workshop focusing on South African movement and music.
Be a part of the DanceAfrica community in this inclusive class, where adults of all physical abilities learn the rhythmic beats of the South African gumboot dance.