Virtual | Community

The Port-Au-Prince-born, Brooklyn-based DJ Hard Hittin Harry is a 40-plus year veteran of the club and mixtape scene, known for blending new and classic styles: hip-hop, R&B, soul, funk, reggae, rock, soca, Afrobeat, Haitian compas, zouk, house, and techno. A true master of his craft, Harry served as the official DJ for the Fugees and has held residencies at venues throughout New York City. He is also an involved humanitarian for numerous Haitian organizations and an active member in the community, working with Haiti Cultural Exchange and the Haitian Roundtable, among others, to promote cultural expression among Haitian people.

This virtual program of dance premieres draws inspiration from the lwa, spirits of Haitian Vodou, and brings together a community from near and far.

The best new narrative, documentary, and short films from across Africa and the diaspora, with a special focus on films from and about Haiti.

Join veteran traditional Haitian dancer and teaching artist Nadia Dieudonné for this immersive workshop on the music and dance of Haiti—available in person and online—for intermediate and advanced dancers.

DanceAfrica Artistic Director Abdel R. Salaam is joined by a panel of choreographers for a conversation about how traditional Haitian forms are translated and interpreted into contemporary performance.

Specifically designed for persons with disabilities, this inclusive, interactive class—available in person and online—explores how African and diasporic dance forms celebrate community.

Haitian visual artists offer a meditation on liberation in this new public installation on the BAM sign, presented as part of DanceAfrica 2021.

Calling dancers of all ages and folks who love to move! Participate in this year’s virtual DanceAfrica Community Day Bantaba by submitting a video of you and your community dancing.