Dance Africa Fest welcomes dance artists from all over the world, for intensive workshops exploring African diaspora dance!

On November 16, 2024 we are proud to present our signature festival for the TENTH amazing year! High-energy workshops are offered by premier artists, introducing participants to a unique blend of dance and dance traditions. All workshops will incorporate live drumming or music performed by some of Austin's and the world's best musicians. Other highlights include special free dance workshops for youth, and a vendor marketplace featuring artisan made goods and products. Come make some drum/dance/magic with us!

One day. 3 countries! Mali, Haiti and Guinea! Various levels offered! $20 per class!!!

Learn firsthand and in depth about the history, culture, and DANCE traditions with experts from three countries; Haiti, Mali, and Guinea. Artists will be accompanied by local drummers versed in each countries' specific rhythms and led by West African Master Percussionist. Sébastien Duvilaire is bringing drummers hand-picked to accompany his classes.

SATURDAY, Nov 16, 2024

LOCATION: Dancers Workshop, 11150 Research Blvd, Ste 107, Studio I, Austin, TX 78759

(1) 9:00 am - 10:00 am: Kids class with Solo Sana (free for the kiddoes and their caretakers). Ages 13 and younger must have parent or guardian on site.

(2) 10:10 am - 11:10 pm: Kids class with Sébastien Duvilaire (free for kiddoes and their caretakers). Ages 13 and younger must have parent or guardian on site.

(3) 11:20 pm - 12:50 pm - Guinean dance for all levels with Mami

(4) 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm - Haitian dance (Beginners) with Sébastien Duvilaire

(5) 2:45 pm - 4:15 pm - Haitian dance (Intermediate/Advance) with Sébastien Duvilaire

(6) 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm - Malian dance with Solo Sana (Beginners)

(7) 6:15 pm - 7:45 pm - Malian dance with Solo Sana (Intermediate/Advanced)

DRUMMERS

Aboubacar 'Abou' Sylla, Mohamed Sylla, Brandon 'Bam Bam' Grant, Owen Towles, Noah Mosgofian, Shawn Guillory, and special out of town guest drummers will accompany Sébastien's workshops.

Dance Africa Fest is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. We utilize public facilities that ensure access to the built environment for people with different abilities, and meet ADA guidelines and Texas Accessibility Standards. If you require special assistance for participation in our programs, please contact us at Tonya@DanceAfricaFest.org.

Need more info? Email: Tonya@DanceAfricaFest.org.

✨ This project is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department.