Feb
10
12:00 PM12:00

UPTOWN CARNAVAL

Harlem Dance Club presents: UPTOWN CARNAVAL

A new offering from HDC and our first event of 2024!

UPTOWN CARNAVAL is a lively event that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Brazilian Carnivale through dance, percussion, and culture. Get ready to feel the rhythms and joy of Brazilian Carnivale in Harlem.

12:00 PM - Percussion Workshop led by Batala New York
1:30 PM - Afro-Brazilian Dance Workshop led by Janete Silva

Pelham Fritz Center
18 Mount Morris Park West @ 122nd St.

REGISTER TODAY:
http://tinyurl.com/yckhjva7

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Sep
30
3:00 PM15:00

MOTHERSHIP FIVE

The MOTHERSHIP FESTIVAL is an annual intergalactic voyage of music and dance at the Richard Rodgers Amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park.

Harlem Dance Club Presents:
MOTHERSHIP FIVE

Saturday 30 September 2023
3:00 - 7:00 PM

Richard Rodgers Amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park

FREE
More Info To Be Announced this Summer.

FREE TICKETS HERE

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Aug
5
1:00 PM13:00

Summer Performance Intensive

MOTHERSHIP FIVE
SUMMER PERFORMANCE INTENSIVE 2023

Perform with Harlem Dance Club on the MOTHERSHIP FIVE stage!

Join Harlem Dance Club for a FREE 9-week All-Levels Performance Intensive culminating in an original performance at MOTHERSHIP FIVE on September 30, 2023. All ages and abilities welcome!

The MOTHERSHIP FESTIVAL is an annual intergalactic voyage of music and dance at the Richard Rodgers Amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park.

Harlem Dance Club is thrilled to offer this unique multi-week workshop that culminates in live a performance in front of hundreds of spectators. Come together as a community to work on an original performance piece under the guidance of an extinguished guest artist (to be announced!)

Summer Performance Intensives introduce choreography, performance technique, character development, costume and styling design all leading up to an exciting culminating event.  

Our Performance Workshops are open to all ages and experience levels.

REGISTRATION HERE

SCHEDULE

8 Regular Rehearsals
Saturdays 1:00PM - 3:30PM August 5 - September 23th

September Weeknight Dress Rehearsals On Stage TBA

Saturday September 30th - All Day
***MOTHERSHIP FIVE***

REHEARSAL LOCATION
Pelham Fritz Recreation Center
18 Mount Morris Park West @ 122nd St.

IS IT FREE? Participation is free thanks to our partner NYC Department of Parks & Recreation & Funding from LMCC. Costumes will not be provided. Historically that fee has been around $45.

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Jul
22
2:00 PM14:00

10th Anniversary Fundraiser & Dance Party

BUY TICKETS EARLY!

Join us to celebrate the incredible community of friends, artists, volunteers and collaborators who have made HDC’s growth possible over the past 10 years.

CLUB HDC Vol. 1- - Saturday, July 22nd 2:00 - 6:00

Silvana Harlem 300 W. 116th St.

THEME: The New Dance Show 1992 LINK

Harlem Dance Club is a multi-generational community brought together by the healing power of music and dance. HDC has been offering free dance programming in Harlem since 2013 and will be turning 10 on July 23rd 2023. Harlem Dance Club is a volunteer-run 501c3 non-profit organization.

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Jul
8
to Jul 9

Inspirational Performance Workshop

MOTHERSHIP FIVE  INSPIRATIONAL PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP

WITH LASHARN and STEPHANIE 

SATURDAYS 11:30AM - 12:30PM 

WEDNESDAYS 4:00PM - 5:30PM 

PERFORMANCE SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 30th 2023

You are welcome to attend all sessions or drop in at any time that works for you. 

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

Join us for an Inspirational Dance workshop led by international teaching artist LaSharn Cooper-Patt. Movement will be choreographed to lyrics and music to inspire and encourage you and the audience. This is open to all ages, including youth, and no prior experience is required. It is an ongoing workshop that will culminate with the option to perform at the MOTHERSHIP Dance and Music Festival on 9/30/23 in the Richard Rodgers Amphitheater. 


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Jun
24
1:00 PM13:00

FREE Power Through Percussion with Batalá

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Guest Artist Workshops 2023

Power Through Percussion with Batalá

Saturday June 24th 1:00 - 3:00

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

**This workshop will be followed by an open house / meet and greet with the Harlem Dance Club community ending at 3:30.

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK

Workshop Description:

In this workshop participants will be challenged to channel inner power and translate it into sound for individual and collective expression. We will explore drums and other percussion instruments of various pitches and materials -- including metal, wood, plastic -- as we embrace the lessons of resistance in musical forms such as Ijexa, Ilu, and Samba Reggae developed by the descendants of enslaved Africans in Brazil and the Caribbean. The experience will be visceral, creative, joyous, and loud. Instruments will be provided. No prior experience necessary.

About the Artist:

Batalá New York is the premier all-women, Black-led percussion ensemble, bringing high-energy performances to the people of New York!

IG: @batalanewyork

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Jun
17
1:00 PM13:00

FREE Rhythm & Mime in Bharathanatyam with Chitra Ramaswamy

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Guest Artist Workshops 2023

Rhythm & Mime in Bharathanatyam with Chitra Ramaswamy

Saturday June 17th 1:00 - 3:00

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

**This workshop will be followed by an open house / meet and greet with the Harlem Dance Club community ending at 3:30.

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK

Workshop Description:

Rhythm & Mime in Bharathanatyam is Inspired by nature - Its beauty, grace - we will explore classical Indian dance moves inspired by nature and its elements. It will also feature a section where we will be emoting a story from a popular Indian folk tale which shall give an insight into the story telling aspect of the art form.

Bharatanatyam is an Indian classical dance form that originated in southern India.Bha meaning emotion (Bhava), Ra meaning music (Raaga) , Ta meaning rhythm (Taal) and Natyam meaning dance. Thus Bharatanatyam is the dance that encompasses music, rhythm and expression. With the usage of this grammer, a bharathanatyam practitioner attempts to create essence and experience of the images that the dancer conceives in her mind. Its a dance known for its grace, purity, tenderness, poses and has a expanding vocabulary to communicate to the audience.

About the Artist:

Chitra Ramaswamy was introduced to classical dance at the age of nine and began her education in the Kalakshetra style under the able guidance of her Guru Padmashree Adyar.K.Laksmanan of Chennai. She trains under Kalaimamani Jayanthi Subramaniam and mentored by Kalaimamani Priyadarsini Govind and Shri Shijith Nambiar.

Sanskriti School of Dance, under the artistic leadership of Chitra Ramaswamy is amongst the upcoming, cultured treasured Indian dance companies in the United States. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in New Jersey. Sanskriti perpetuates India’s cultural heritage by teaching and performing Bharatanatyam. Our performing arts wing strives to expand the tradition’s expressive range through innovative programming and collaboration with other artists.

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Jun
3
1:00 PM13:00

FREE Groove and Flow Dancehall with Raah Vibez

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Guest Artist Workshops 2023

Groove and Flow Dancehall with Raah Vibez

Saturday June 3rd 1:00 - 3:00

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

**This workshop will be followed by an open house / meet and greet with the Harlem Dance Club community ending at 3:30.

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK

Workshop Description:

A Welcome to the Groove and Flow Dancehall workshop, where we invite you to experience the infectious rhythm and energy of Jamaican dancehall! In this workshop, you'll learn to move to the beat of the island, with an emphasis on the flow and groove that makes dancehall so unique.

Your expert instructor, Raah Vibez, will guide you through a series of fun and engaging routines that incorporate the latest dancehall moves and styles, all designed to help you find your own personal flow on the dancefloor. From the roots of Kingston to the modern sounds of the Caribbean, we'll explore many different facets of dancehall culture and music.

Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a complete novice, this workshop is open to all skill levels. Raah is dedicated to helping you feel confident and comfortable as you let loose and express yourself through dance. So come join us for a vibrant and unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling energized, inspired, and ready to take on the dancehall scene!

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May
27
1:00 PM13:00

FREE Afro-Cuban with Liethis Hechavarria

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Guest Artist Workshops 2023

Afro-Cuban with Liethis Hechavarria

Saturday May 27th 1:00 - 3:00

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

**This workshop will be followed by an open house / meet and greet with the Harlem Dance Club community ending at 3:30.

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK

Workshop Description:

The purpose of this class is to provide an environment where participants can explore the diverse forms of Afro-Cuban dance tradition. By learning about various movements associated with the Orishas/Dahomei and more  (from African traditions brought to Cuba), we will delve into the history and significance of each form. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, this class offers an accessible path to understanding dance through the lens of movement quality and cultural context. Come join us and deepen your appreciation of this vibrant and rich cultural heritage!

About the Artist:

Liethis Hechavarria is a young and innovative dancer, instructor, choreographer, and travel host with over 25 years of experience in the performing arts industry. Born and raised in Santiago de Cuba, she began her dance training at the age of 5 and has since specialized in Afro-Cuban and Latin fusion.

As the first dancer, marketing, and artistic director assistant for the Oyu Oro Afro-Cuban Experimental Dance Ensemble in NYC, Ms. Hechavarria has made significant contributions to the Afro-Cuban dance community. She has also continued her independent studies by training at the ISA Instituto Superior de Arte en Cuba in Havana and performing with professional companies such as Folklorico Oriente, Ballet Folklorico Cutumba, and Danza del Caribe.

Ms. Hechavarria is a passionate entrepreneur who advocates for the power of movement, history, holistic media, communication, and storytelling to promote humanity's well-being. She believes that art is not a luxury but a civic necessity and is committed to giving back to her community through her work. With a bright future ahead, she looks forward to further growth in the performing arts and beyond.

IG: @afrocusoultravel

FB: Liethis Hechavarria @afrocusoul

Tiktok: @dancetravels

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May
20
1:00 PM13:00

FREE Contemporary Labs with Niki and Shavon

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Contemporary Labs Dance Workshop Series with Niki and Shavon

Saturday May 13th 1:00 - 2:30
Saturday May 20th 1:00 - 2:30
Thursday May 25th 7:00 - 8:30

Hosted by NYC Department of Parks & Recreation
Hansborough Recreation Center
35 West 135th Street between Malcolm X Blvd and 5th Ave
(Look for the Lennox Terrace Place cut de sac in the middle of the block - south side)

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK

Workshop Description:
Harlem Dance Club presents a new series of Contemporary Dance Workshops at Hansborough Recreation Center taught by our founding members Niki and Shavon. The Workshops will include Modern, Praise, and Club HDC. Sessions will include warmups, across the floor, choreography, improv, and a cool down.

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May
13
1:00 PM13:00

FREE Contemporary Labs with Niki and Shavon

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Contemporary Labs Dance Workshop Series with Niki and Shavon

Saturday May 13th 1:00 - 2:30
Saturday May 20th 1:00 - 2:30
Thursday May 25th 7:00 - 8:30
**Drop ins welcome! You do not need to attend all three.

Hosted by NYC Department of Parks & Recreation
Hansborough Recreation Center
35 West 135th Street between Malcolm X Blvd and 5th Ave
(Look for the Lennox Terrace Place cut de sac in the middle of the block - south side)

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK
**Drop ins welcome! You do not need to attend all three. You only need to register once.

Workshop Description:
Harlem Dance Club presents a new series of Contemporary Dance Workshops at Hansborough Recreation Center taught by our founding members Niki and Shavon. The Workshops will include Modern, Praise, and Club HDC. Sessions will include warmups, across the floor, choreography, improv, and a cool down.

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May
6
1:00 PM13:00

FREE Grooves with Z

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Guest Artist Workshops 2023

Grooves with Z

Saturday May 6th 1:00 - 3:00

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

**This workshop will be followed by an open house / meet and greet with the Harlem Dance Club community ending at 3:30.

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK

Workshop Description:

  • A mash-up of hip-hop, Afro dance, and House.

  • Focusing on musicality, charisma, and energy.

  • Finding comfortability in the choreography and making it your own.

Grooves with Z is a mashup class of Hip-Hop, Afro and House. Z lives by the motto, “Dance the dance you dance, don’t dance the dance people who dance dance.“ Essentially, BE YOU! This workshop will focus on finding YOUR groove. It will push dancers to apply their personality, charisma and swagger to the choreography. This grooves class will give you the confidence you need for either the stage or the dance floor at your next event.

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Apr
1
1:00 PM13:00

FREE African-Brazilian Dance with Janete da Silva

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Guest Artist Workshops 2023

African-Brazilian Dance with Janete da Silva

Saturday April 1st 1:00 - 3:00

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

**This workshop will be followed by an open house / meet and greet with the Harlem Dance Club community ending at 3:30.

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK

Workshop Description: The culture of Brazil is a colorful blend of different ethnicities. The African influences are strongest in the North. Afro-Brazilian dance is full of spontaneous, soulful, exotic, and dynamic movement that will energize your body and spirit. These classes present sequences and exercises to prepare the body for uplifting and exciting dances from northern Brazil. You will learn to develop rhythm & coordination, stay fit, relieve stress, and of course learn about Brazilian culture.

About the Instructor: Janete Silva has studied dance since childhood and has performed with various acclaimed local and international companies such as Dance Brazil (NY), Bale Folclórico da Bahia (Brazil), Bahia Brazil (Los Angeles), Orquestra Popular da Bahia (Brasil), Freddiek Bratcher and Company (Miami) to name a few. Her professional training includes Afro-Brazilian Dance, Ballet, Modern Dance and Silvestre Technique. Janete has appeared as a dancer on star singer Ivete Sangalo's recent DVD who recently performed at Madison Square Garden in NYC.

Currently, Janete is a master dance teacher in New York City. She also travels regularly for bookings and has most recently participated in the Lowell Folk Festival (Lowell), National Black Arts Festival (Atl, GA), the Brazilian Independence Day Celebration, Target's Super Sabado! at El Museo del Barrio, and the Houston Brazilian Festival.

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Mar
18
1:00 PM13:00

FREE Robin Dunn's Hip Hop Dance and F.A.C.E. Technique Workshop

Harlem Dance Club presents:
FREE Guest Artist Workshops 2023

Robin Dunn’s Hip Hop and F.A.C.E. Technique Workshop

Saturday March 18th 1:00 - 3:00

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

**This workshop will be followed by an open house / meet and greet with the Harlem Dance Club community ending at 3:30.

FREE! Open to all ages and abilities.
REGISTRATION LINK

Workshop Description:

  • Perform with more Focus, Attitude, Confidence Energy and Eye Contact

  • Build Confidence

  • Be transformed doing the "Inside Work"

F.A.C.E. Coach and Choreographer Robin Dunn will teach a Hip Hop dance workshop and introduce participants to her world renown F.A.C.E. technique. F.A.C.E. is an acronym for Focus, Attitude, Confidence, Energy and Eye Contact designed to aid students with self discovery,performance technique and movement. The class will begin with a body warm up followed by sensory exercises created to connect students more closely to their inner power. Hip Hop dance choreography will be taught incorporating the F.A.C.E. technique and principles including what Robin calls the 'Inside Work." 

About Robin Dunn: F.A.C.E. Coach, Creative Director and Choreographer Robin Dunn has established herself as one of the key community leaders within the entertainment industry today. She specializes in self discovery, performance technique and movement. Ms. Dunn is a graduate with a BBA degree in Marketing from Bernard M. Baruch College and has appeared in and choreographed numerous Off Broadway and Dinner Theater productions.  She is the former Director of Amateur Night at the world famous Apollo Theater. Her client list includes Saturday Night Live, Nickelodeon, Sesame Street, Missy Elliot, Teen Vogue featuring Jive Recording artist 'Chris Brown,' Tony Award winner, Heather Headley, The Braxtons featuring 'Jay Z,' Brian, McKnight, Sean Kingston and Disney's Raven Symone. She also worked for the management team of the iconic rock band U2.

Ms. Dunn teaches Hip Hop dance at The Ailey Extension, and Steps on Broadway.  Thanks to longtime friend and colleague, Jay T. Jenkins, she is currently an adjunct professor at The City College of  New York teaching, “Hip Hop Dance, History and Cultural Importance.” She has also taught at Hunter College (Adjunct) , The Ailey School, NYU, Earl Mosely's Institute of the Arts,  Harlem School of the Arts, Ron Brown’s Evidence Summer Intensive and Complexions Winter Intensive. She and her sisters, Desiree Crichlow and Greta Dunn were the first to introduce the art of Hip Hop dance to the east coast. She has also learned from and collaborated with some of her fellow luminaries in the industry including Buddha Stretch, Mr. Wiggles, Frank Hatchett and Charlotte Pollak. 

Ms. Dunn believes “a teacher’s job is to shape lives, build dreams and give hope for the future.” – author, unknown



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Jun
25
12:30 PM12:30

FREE Vogue Fundamentals with Cesar Valentino

Harlem Dance Club presents:
2022 Guest Artist Workshops

VOGUE FUNDAMENTALS with CESAR VALENTINO

Saturday June 25th 12:30PM

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

This all levels workshop is designed to give students a better understanding of vogue fundamentals, pop dip and spin with grace and precision. Students will learn the moves and the history from a ballroom vogue icon with 38 years of Vogue dancing experience.

The workshop will also cover traditional jazz class warm ups, across the floor exercises, flexibility, strength and core training. For the runway portion of the class, students are encouraged to bring heels. (heels are not required) Bring the energy as this is a class you won’t want to miss.

Cesar Valentino has been dancing for 45 years  and began vogue dancing in 1983. Cesar is currently celebrating 39 years of vogue dancing experience. In 1988, he quickly became a fixture in the underground ballroom and club scene where he won several coveted trophies. Cesar was also featured in one of the first ever articles about voguing in the Village Voice, was a featured dancer on the tv show the Latin Connection where he along with Michelle Visage introduced voguing on national television,  in the documentary The House Of Tres (Directed by Diane Martel). He landed a spot on the Deep In Vogue tour with Malcolm McLaren throughout Europe in 1989, appeared in music videos with artists such as Toni Braxton, Carmen Electra, and K7s  “Hi De Ho” to name a few. Cesar appeared in Jennie Livingston’s Paris is Burning documentary, Voguing, The Message, and Vogue Classique. Cesar choreographed for recording artists Tony Terry and Sweet Sensation.  Cesar has been a runway coach for upcoming and established models for more than 30 years. Cesar modeled professionally for 15 years appearing in publications Details, Vanity Fair, Blue, Gear magazine and NY fashion week.

Cesar has performed all over the world in countries such as Japan, Italy and Germany. He has served as a judge and taught vogue workshops at Funkin’ Styles Berlin Germany, Manila Philippines,Meeting Hip Hop in Sao Paolo Brazil , House Dance International, FIH 2 festival in Curitiba, Brazil and The Festival

Del Caribe in Santiago De Cuba. Cesar has appeared in tv segments about vogue history for Good Day New York, American Latino, Telemundo, eyewitness news, vh1 and NBC 6 Miami. Cesar has been presented many awards such as the Marcel Christian Legend award, the paved the way award, the ballroom gatekeeper award and the ballroom icon award. Cesar appears alongside Laverne Cox for the Smirnoff welcome home pride commercial, the NYC mayors office pride campaign, the I won’t be erased campaign, is the host and judge of Best Walk  streaming on Topic Stories, Apple TV, Roku and Amazon video. most recently appears in the feature film “I’m an Electric lampshade”as supporting actor Sin Andre and in the upcoming documentary Love is in the Legend. And most recently choreographed the off Broadway production of Bruise and Thorn. Choreographed a vogue piece for world champion figure skater Emmanuel Sandhu.

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Jun
18
12:30 PM12:30

FREE House Dance with Kim Holmes

Harlem Dance Club presents:
2022 Guest Artist Workshops

HOUSE DANCE with KIM HOLMES

Saturday June 18th 12:30PM

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

Kim Holmes (she/her) has emerged as one of the premiere and influential luminaries of the urban dance movement. With unparalleled vibrancy, sensuality, and versatility, Ms. Holmes has been coined as the “Josephine Baker of Hip-Hop". Pulling from her formal training in African, ballet, jazz, modern, and contemporary as well as house and hip-hop, Ms. Holmes has sought to redefine the face of the hip-hop/urban dance movement.

Over her professional dance career of 20 years, Kim’s evolving intrigue in hip-hop, house and contemporary has lead her to tour and work with performers, choreographers and artists such as: Beyoncé, Missy Elliott, Elite Force, Brian “Footwork” Green, Robin Dunn, Opus Dance Theatre, and many others.

Kim's rise within the entertainment and dance world, combined with her unique, stand out, lively performances has made her a sought after teacher for master classes in reputable institutions across the country and around the world: Alvin Ailey Arts and Education Foundation, Broadway Dance Center, , Hunter college, NYU and The Opus Dance Theatre Outreach Program to name a few, and a role in Tyler Perry’s For Colored Girls.

As a dancer, choreographer, teacher, producer, and director, Kim Holmes never ceases to amaze audiences worldwide as she accepts the challenge of conquering different facets of entertainment to continue to contribute and uphold the legacy of urban dance.

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Jun
11
12:30 PM12:30

FREE Island Vibes with Brat

Harlem Dance Club presents:
2022 Guest Artist Workshops

Saturday June 11th 12:30PM

ISLAND VIBES with BRAT

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

In this class, we are freein up ourselves with straight Caribbean flair. Be prepared to wine up yuh waist and mash up di place to some Soca and Dancehall music.

BRAT is a pro choreographer/dancer with Grenadian-Nevisian roots living in NYC. Traveling to the West Indies and back again, she developed a love for dance from Carnival and family fetes. Realizing that she had been bitten by the dancing bug, BRAT's mother enrolled her in Harlem School of the Arts and other after school programs. Eventually, BRAT landed a scholarship to Dance Theater of Harlem's Community Program where she realized she wanted to be a dancer.

This love led her to attend Columbia College Chicago which helped she evolve greatly as a dancer.There she added more color to her movement palate by studying techniques like Bhyrata Natyam, Contact Improvisation, Capoeira, Popping, and Aerial Dance. While living in Chicago, she was homesick and wanted to connect with her West Indian roots. This longing eventually led BRAT to enter the Midwest Dancehall Queen Competition. She won.

This victory gave her the opportunity to compete in the International Dancehall Queen competition. Doors were opened afterwards such as choreographing and/or performing at BAM, Performa 19, Nasty Woman Art Exhibit, The Shed, VOGUE, Target, Coachella, VMAS, and The US Open. It also allowed BRAT the fortune of starting her dance crew Queen Moves which connects and empowers women through dance.

BRAT communicates with the world through dance and she is forever grateful for this language.

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Jun
4
12:30 PM12:30

FREE West African Dance with Esther Grant Walker

Harlem Dance Club presents:
2022 Guest Artist Workshops

TRADITIONAL WEST AFRICAN with ESTHER GRANT WALKER

Saturday June 4th 12:30PM

Pelham Fritz Recreation Center in Marcus Garvey Park
18 Mount Morris Park West @122nd Street

Esther Grant has been studying dance for the past 50 years. Her initial seven years of dance training is in traditional dance school genres: ballet, tap, and modern dance. Her first exposure to “ethnic” dance was learning the Quadrille, a Caribbean-style square dance, from her mother. Ms. Grant became exposed to West African Dance and instantly loved the power of the drum and movement. This sparked a connection to African dance and folklore that has spanned over three decades. She has studied and danced with the late Papa Ladji Camara, Wilhemina Taylor, Abdel Salaam, Marie Basse, Fatou Sam, Amaniye Payne, Jewel Love, Ndaye Gueye, Youssouf Koumbassa and a host of talented teachers and choreographers in the NYC tri-state area. She has performed with NYC-based companies: Forces of Nature, Sabar Ak Ru Afriq, and Papa Ladji Camara’s African-American Dance Ensemble. Ms. Grant has danced at major venues and events i.e. B.A.M. Dance Africa, Radio City Music Hall, the Apollo Theatre, Newark Symphony Hall, Central Park Summer Stage, the Odunde Festival, Dance Mobile, and the Rhythms of the World Festival to name a few. Ms. Grant remains active in the dance community, with a focus training youth and young adults. She currently serves as the Rehearsal Director for Batoto Yetu Dance Company, Program Manager and Teaching Artist for the Opus Dance Theatre Arts-In-Education Program, and Assistant to the Dance Department Director at Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center. She strongly believes in the power of community dance to bring people together, preserve intergenerational respect and honor traditions that have produced greatness in people of color.

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Jun
19
2:00 PM14:00

Afro'Dance with Angel Kaba

Harlem Dance Club is thrilled to be offering three in-person classes at the Jackie Robinson Bandshell on Saturday June 19th. These classes showcase excellence in dance education. These in person classes will take place on concrete following NYC Parks COVID protocol. Please bring water. In the event of rain, a link for zoom classes will be sent the morning of June 19th. Everyone must complete the Health Screening Form before the class begins.

About this event:
Afro’Dance with Angel Kaba
Saturday, June 19th 2:00 - 3:30
Jackie Robinson Bandshell in Jackie Robinson Park
Bradhurst Avenue between West 147 and West 148 

Afro'Dance class is a mixture of the new generation of African influences and street dance. In the class you will work on musicality heavily influenced by the rhythm and musical trends from The Congo, Ivory Coast, Angola... Urban street styles are incorporated into the backdrop of this heavily African based technique. The cultural, social, and free-spirited side of this class creates an environment where students dance, learn, have fun, and feel free.

Angel Kaba is an International artistic director and award-winning choreographer based in Brooklyn, New York. Currently, she is a professor at Rider University, and a faculty member at Broadway Dance Center, Alvin Ailey Extension, and Steps on Broadway. Her artistic career began with ballet at the tender age of 6, which she pursued for more than 15 years.

Throughout her career, Angel has shared the stage with artists like Coolio, Orishas, Kaye Styles and others. Further notable experiences include stage/television/commercial performances and dancing for world renowned brands like Coca Cola, Levi Strauss & Co, Fructis by Garnier, Nutella and Universal.

REGISTER FOR FREE (or make a small donation to help keep our classes free to the public.)

REGISTER NOW

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Jun
19
12:30 PM12:30

Vogue Fundamentals with Cesar Valentino

Harlem Dance Club is thrilled to be offering three in-person classes at the Jackie Robinson Bandshell on Saturday June 19th. These classes showcase excellence in dance education. These in person classes will take place on concrete following NYC Parks COVID protocol. Please bring water. In the event of rain, a link for zoom classes will be sent the morning of June 19th. Everyone must complete the Health Screening Form before the class begins.

About this event:
Vogue Fundamentals with Cesar Valentino
Saturday, June 19th 12:30 - 2:00
Jackie Robinson Bandshell in Jackie Robinson Park
Bradhurst Avenue between West 147 and West 148 

This all levels workshop is designed to give students a better understanding of vogue fundamentals, pop dip and spin with grace and precision. Students will learn the moves and the history from a ballroom vogue icon with 38 years of Vogue dancing experience.

The workshop will also cover traditional jazz class warm ups, across the floor exercises, flexibility, strength and core training. For the runway portion of the class, students are encouraged to bring heels. (heels are not required) Bring the energy as this is a class you won’t want to miss.

Cesar Valentino has been dancing for 45 years, and began vogue dancing in 1983. In 1988, he quickly became a fixture in the underground ballroom and club scene where he won several coveted trophies. Cesar was also featured in one of the first ever articles about voguing in the Village Voice and in the documentary The House Of Tres (Directed by Diane Martel). He landed a spot on the Deep In Vogue tour with Malcolm McLaren throughout Europe in 1989, appeared in music videos with artists such as Toni Braxton, Carmen Electra, and K7s in Hi De Ho to name a few. Cesar appeared in Jennie Livingston’s Paris is Burning documentary, Voguing, The Message, and Vogue Classique. Cesar choreographed for recording artists Tony Terry and Sweet Sensation. Working as a runway coach for upcoming and established models for more than 30 years.

Cesar has performed all over the world in countries such as Japan, Italy and Germany. He has served as a judge and taught vogue workshops at Funkin’ Styles Berlin Germany, Meeting Hip Hop in Sao Paolo Brazil and House Dance International. Cesar has been presented many awards such as the Marcel Christian Legend award, the paved the way award and the ballroom icon award. Cesar appears alongside Laverne Cox for the Smirnoff welcome home pride commercial, the NYC mayors office pride campaign, is the host and judge of Best Walk and recently appears in the feature film I’m an Electric lampshade as supporting actor Sin Andre.

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Jun
19
11:00 AM11:00

West African Dance with Esther Grant

Harlem Dance Club is thrilled to be offering three in-person classes at the Jackie Robinson Bandshell on Saturday June 19th. These classes showcase excellence in dance education. These in person classes will take place on concrete following NYC Parks COVID protocol. Please bring water. In the event of rain, a link for zoom classes will be sent the morning of June 19th. Everyone must complete the Health Screening Form before the class begins.

About this event:
West African with Esther Grant
Saturday, June 19th 11:00 -12:30
Jackie Robinson Bandshell in Jackie Robinson Park
Bradhurst Avenue between West 147 and West 148 

The class is an inter-generational and multi-level West African Dance technique class.In this class, dancers will experience a warm-up, introduction to Technique, and a brief summary of the history/folklore and cultural relevance of the dance. In addition, dancers will practice movements across the floor and learn a combination. This is a non-competitive class where learning is fun.

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Apr
11
1:30 PM13:30

Afro Vibe with Maryam Kaba

Afrovibe™ is a dance cardio workout built around African and Afro dances, squats, standing strength and conditioning choreographies. We are thrilled to have Maryam Kaba livestream this unique class from France to your living room!   AfroVi…

Afrovibe™ is a dance cardio workout built around African and Afro dances, squats, standing strength and conditioning choreographies. 

We are thrilled to have Maryam Kaba livestream this unique class from France to your living room!

AfroVibe with Maryam Kaba
Saturday, April 11th
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM Eastern

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Suggested donation $5.00
*Harlem Dance Club offers free and low cost programming. Your tax-deductible donations help us feature world class guest artists!

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Jan
8
9:00 PM21:00

Happy New Year!

Our 2020 programming will run from May to September. Stay up to date by joining our Newsletter and follow us on social media @HarlemDanceClub.

We welcome you to join our MOTHERSHIP THREE planning committee beginning February. For more information email info@HarlemDanceClub.org.

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Sep
21
6:00 PM18:00

CYPHER X RUNWAY: All Style Exchange

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CYPHER X RUNWAY: All Styles Exchange - Bringing social dance and ballroom culture to the MOTHERSHIP TWO stage. All ages, styles and experience encouraged to participate. 

DJ: Hex Hector
MC’s: Tati B & Neko Milan
JUDGES: Cesar Valentino, Neguin, Kim Holmes, Dr. Rich & Monster LaBeija

CYPHER: FREESTYLE
Whether your style is Lite Feet, House, Afro Beat or Contemporary, we want you to bring your freestyle and personality to the MOTHERSHIP TWO stage. 

RUNWAY: BEST DRESSED 
in your Sunday best!

RUNWAY: INTERGALACTIC REALNESS 
best futuristic attire, creativity and presentation. 

VOGUE: ALL STYLES 
bring it in silver OR gold

MOTHERSHIP ROYALTY 
Judges will select 4 dancers to compete for the grand prize 

 MOTHERSHIP TWO
September 21st 2019 2:00 - 8:00PM
Richard Rodgers Amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park

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Sep
21
2:00 PM14:00

MOTHERSHIP TWO

RESERVE YOUR FREE E-TICKET TODAYNEW THIS YEAR! Make a small tax-deductible donation to Harlem Dance Club at check out and receive a special commemorative MOTHERSHIP TWO souvenir available for pick up at the event! $5+ = Super Shiny Launch Badge, $20…

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NEW THIS YEAR! Make a small tax-deductible donation to Harlem Dance Club at check out and receive a special commemorative MOTHERSHIP TWO souvenir available for pick up at the event! $5+ = Super Shiny Launch Badge, $20+ = MOTHERSHIP TWO Launch Crew Bandana, $40+ = We are all one on the MOTHERSHIP T-shirt.

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In celebration of Harlem Dance Club's 6th Anniversary, we are planning MOTHERSHIP TWO. The entire Richard Rodgers Amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park will become an interactive voyage of music and dance. All are welcome to this cross-genre celebration of music, dance and community. Guest Artists, DJs and more will be announced in August!

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Sep
11
2:30 PM14:30

PEACE KITE PROJECT Workshop & Presentation

Free Peace Kite Workshop for families with children ages 4-10!What: PEACE KITE PROJECT WorkshopPre-Event Workshop (Illustration and Movement): Wednesday, 9/11, 2:30-5:00pmPresentation: Saturday 9/21, 4:00 - 6:00PM at Harlem Dance Club presents: MOTH…

Free Peace Kite Workshop for families with children ages 4-10!

What: PEACE KITE PROJECT Workshop

Pre-Event Workshop (Illustration and Movement): Wednesday, 9/11, 2:30-5:00pm

Presentation: Saturday 9/21, 4:00 - 6:00PM at Harlem Dance Club presents: MOTHERSHIP TWO

Location: Pelham Fritz Recreation Center, 18 Mount Morris Park West

Celebrate Peace in this intergenerational workshop, integrating peace kites drawing, music, movements and heartfelt thoughts to deliver the peace celebration through togetherness of families and children's participation.

Instructor: Shiang-Jiun Chen Ed.D., Director of Peace Kite Project
FOR MORE INFO: Contact: shiangchen01@yahoo.com, 646-460-1739

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