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West African Family Day with Imani Faye

West African Family Day with Imani Faye

Company:

The Ailey Extension

Location:

The Ailey Extension
405 W 55th St
New York, NY 10019

Dates:

Saturday, October 19, 2019 - 5:00pm

Tickets:

https://www.aileyextension.com/familyday

Company:
The Ailey Extension

The class will focus on traditional dances from West Africa within a context of music and oral tradition. Students will learn dances which celebrate the many facets of life in West Africa such as: rites of passage, festive and ceremonial occasions. They will build strength, improve stamina and gain confidence. The musical accompaniment is the Djembe Orchestra. 
Open to adults and children 10+

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