Special $5 Workshop (for all ages!) Sat. Nov. 12 at the Bolender Center! Space is limited. Call 816-931-2299 to reserve your spot!
West African (8-week course)
Taught by Vanessa Gibbs
Limited enrollment. Call 816-931-2299 to enroll today!
African societies express themselves through movement and imagery in the art of dance. Teaching artist Vanessa Gibbs, a principal dancer for The Traditional Music Society, teaches students the basic concepts and techniques of West African dance from Mali and Senegal. Students will learn dances that honor kings and queens, celebrate weddings, and begin harvests. They will also learn how African dance is connected to Africa's rich musical traditions. Class is taught to live West African drumming by Rodney Gibbs.
Get 8 for $80! 1 class a week for 8 weeks. Class cards are not applicable.
Bolender Center Campus
October 20 - December 15
Thur 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.