Haitian Dance Workshop and “Tap Tap Evening” celebrate Haitian culture in Indianapolis
Tap Tap Logo provided by Websder Corneille
Haitian Dance Workshop and “Tap Tap Evening” Celebrate Haitian Culture in Indianapolis
Indianapolis will host two exciting events showcasing Haitian culture through dance, art, and storytelling this week.
First off there’s the Haitian Dance Workshop featuring renowned Haitian folklore dancer Ronael Chery. He’s known for fusing tradition with modernity, while celebrated choreographer Frantziou Decline, an expert in Haitian dance traditions, will lead two classes exploring contemporary and traditional Haitian dance genres.
The workshop will take place at Iris Rosa Dance Studio, located at 1145 E. 22nd Street, in collaboration with the Indy Dance Council on Thursday, December 21st, at 6:00 PM,
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Tickets are available online.
The celebration continues with the second edition of “TapTap Evening” at the Indianapolis Central Library on Saturday, December 23rd, at 1:30 PM.
This immersive event invites attendees to explore the sacred sounds and dances of Haiti, featuring performances by dancers, artists, and artisans. Admission is free, and registration details can be found online. Click here for more info and to register for the event. Free admission.
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Both events are part of “Re-Imagining Haitian Migration through Arts & Storytelling,” a series dedicated to showcasing Haiti's vibrant cultural expressions and fostering meaningful discussions about the country’s history, current challenges, and future opportunities.
The series is organized by the Haitian Creole Program and supported by the Indianapolis Public Library, Damien Center, Indy Dance Council, and the Indiana University Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies.
The goal of these programs according to Websder Corneille, Adjunct Lecturer of Haitian Creole Language and Haitian Studies at Indiana University Bloomington, is to “foster great cultural understanding in the community.”
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