
Council of Elders Roundtable: Legacy & Preservation
Sun, May 24, 2026
BAM and MoCADA
Present
DanceAfrica Council of Elders Roundtable: Legacy & Preservation
With members of the DanceAfrica Council of Elders
DanceAfrica’s Council of Elders has been an instrumental part of the festival since its inception. In this roundtable discussion moderated by Dyane Harvey-Salaam, members of the Council discuss the importance of preserving the legacy of DanceAfrica, and their work to create connections among the ancestors, the art and culture of Africa and its diaspora. In conjunction with the ongoing DanceAfrica Oral History Project, this conversation serves as a gathering point and opportunity for the DanceAfrica community to ask questions.
All ages. Space is limited; pre-registration is recommended.
All ages. Space is limited; pre-registration is recommended.
UPCOMING Performances
RUNNING TIME
60min
VENUE
MoCADA Culture Lab II @ L10
(10 Lafayette Ave)
(10 Lafayette Ave)
TICKET INFORMATION
Free, first come, first served
All performances will adhere to protocols developed in accordance with New York State regulations and in consultation with medical professionals for the safety of our artists, audiences, and staff.
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