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.
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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