Bridging the Gap: Community Workshops

Caribbean Open with Sabrina Naz Comănescu, Decidedly Jazz Danceworks Thursday, August 1, 10 am – 11:30 am in Rodgers Recreation Center, Rooom 039 Ages 12+, some movement experience is recommended. This high energy class will have you dancing to the Caribbean sounds of Calypso, Soca and Dancehall music. Moving between folk and contemporary styles, you will experience the West African and Latin roots of this social dance form with a focus on rhythm, body isolations and FUN! It's time for Carnival! Non-restrictive active wear and clean indoor running shoes or bare feet are recommended. Advanced Jazz with Kaja Irwin, Decidedly Jazz Danceworks Thursday, August 1, 2:30 pm -4 pm in Rodgers Recreation Center, Room 039 For dancers ages 16+ with at least four years of dance training. DJD is dedicated to showing respect for the Africanist roots and aesthetics of jazz dance and prioritizes the foundational elements that were developed in and by Black American communities. Our jazz classes provide students with a physical history of the form with exploration in vernacular styles and accompanying Diasporic influences alongside codified forms. Students will explore some of the core styles of jazz dance, swing, funk, and Latin styles and will be encouraged to embody personal expression, musicality, and rhythm. Non-restrictive active wear and jazz shoes are recommended. All community events are free and open to the public. Capacity is limited and advanced registration is required. Sponsored by Amica Insurance

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