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Soul Stomping – Experiencing the Influence of African Dance on Broadway

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Examine the influence of West African dance on American vernacular and Broadway dance styles and choreography. Broadway choreographies have always and are currently showcasing dances that have connections to many Africanistic dances. Choir Boy, Lion King, and FELA! are just some of the musicals exhibiting Africanist movement as well as many others.

Length: 60 minutes

Madia Cooper-Ashirifi

Department Chair and Assistant Professor of Dance, Brenau University

Madia Cooper-Ashirifi, is a Liberian dance educator, West African and Social Dance Performing artist, choreographer, and modern technique educator. She is the Department Chair and Assistant Professor of Dance at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. Madia shares her culture and knowledge of West African and social dances to all ages.

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Soul Stomping – Experiencing the Influence of African Dance on Broadway
04/29/2021 at 7:30 PM (EDT)  |  60 minutes
04/29/2021 at 7:30 PM (EDT)  |  60 minutes Examine the influence of West African dance on American vernacular and Broadway dance styles and choreography.
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