The critically acclaimed Step Afrika dance company will stomp, clap and slap high-energy rhythms at SUNY Cortland for a special Black History Month performance on Monday, Feb. 13. The dance troupe’s ...

This overview explains the diversity of African dance styles and their cultural significance across different regions and traditions. It highlights key elements such as rhythm, movement, storytelling, ...

Twenty-five dance companies from across Africa have showcased their talent at the African Dance Biennial in Senegal.

For dancer Anique Ayiboe, entering the world of "The Rite of Spring" has been a journey of discovery. The Togolese dancer, who has been traveling and performing the renowned 1975 Pina Bausch piece ...

BAM’s annual DanceAfrica Festival will return to Brooklyn from May 16-28, 2026. The long-running celebration of African and ...

The April event in Ivory Coast broke records with the presence of 320 festival programmers from 72 countries, showcasing the ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Kids aren't the only ones who get to show off their moves in dance recitals. One local dance company focuses on dancers of all ages with choreography from many cultures. They're ...

The African Dance Biennial, Africa's largest contemporary dance showcase, took place in Toubab Dialao, Senegal. The event ...

For the past three decades, West African dancer Diádié Bathily has forged a path to elevate his craft and culture in the United States. Last week, his journey brought him to the Academy Awards, where ...

When Deidre Sears stood center stage at the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, watching her students take their bows to a roaring audience, it wasn’t just a career milestone—it was a full-circle moment.

AUSTIN, Texas — Ballet Afrique founder China Smith has been creating a safe space for Black dancers in East Austin for the last 17 years. Her ballet technique classes have all the makings of ...