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RT @ayenzo: “When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you.” -African Proverb RT @iamwun @JohnnyMcGillis @Lotay
RainbowKate (Kathryn Goddard) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:37:17 -0000
RT @ayenzo: “When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you.” -African Proverb RT @iamwun @JohnnyMcGillis @Lotay
RT: @meagmoney today, i wished I was legit african.
meagmoney (Meag FGW) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:37:03 -0000
RT: @meagmoney today, i wished I was legit african.
Explain this: why do a lot of us people from African descent like to dress in all white at extreme (hot or cold) temperatures? Tell me!!!
KFREEEZY (DJ K-Fresh) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:36:46 -0000
Explain this: why do a lot of us people from African descent like to dress in all white at extreme (hot or cold) temperatures? Tell me!!!
@topjuice I was born in Australia, My parents are South African....
whoisdjspecialk (Kaleen Sullivan) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:36:30 -0000
@topjuice I was born in Australia, My parents are South African....
“When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you.” -African Proverb RT @iamwun @JohnnyMcGillis @Lotay
ayenzo (Pixie Galicia) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:36:20 -0000
“When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you.” -African Proverb RT @iamwun @JohnnyMcGillis @Lotay
Female African Lioness by koenigottokars on Etsy http://bit.ly/6oMYSZ
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Female African Lioness by koenigottokars on Etsy http://bit.ly/6oMYSZ

 

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Co. - Traditional West African dancing and drumming workshops and performances led by Adjei Apenteng of Ghana, now based in Oslo, Norway. He also teaches classes in Ghana, Scandinavia and throughout Europe. [English and Norwegian]

Drum - Humboldt State University - Celebrating Afro-Cuban folkloric music, songs and dances.
Meta Description: [ Humboldt State University Office of Extended Education presents the annual Explorations in Afro-Cuban Dance and Drum workshop to celebrate the folkloric music, songs, and dances of the Afro-Cuban people. Internationally-recognized Afro-Cuban percussion and dance instructors will join local facult... ]

Drum Theatre - This Cincinnati, Ohio professional performing company boasts an eclectic repertoire of over ninety authentic traditional Nigerian dances, dance dramas and operas.

the Kusun Ensemble - Sharing the spirit of Ga people with the world, this company does traditional and contemporary African music and dance from Ghana. Check out the US tour dates and discography.
Meta Description: [ U.S. webquarters for The Kusun Ensemble, featuring West African percussionist Nii Tettey Tetteh. Contact Melody at 540-745-7882 ]

Africa Dance - Ghanaian dancer Cynthia Lønborg performs African dances and entertainment in Denmark and Europe, with performance, drumming, workshops and entertainment. Site features classes information, pictures and event schedule.
Meta Description: [ The Website of dancer Cynthia Lønborg, African dance shows: performance, drumming, workshops and entertainment. Cynthia is from Ghana, but now performing in Denmark ::: Hjemmeside for danseren Cynthia Lønborg - Afrikansk dans: forestillinger med trommer og dansere, undervisning og underholdning... ]

500 African Culture University Drum and Dance Ensemble - Mustafa Abdul-Aleem has created a performing arts ensemble featuring traditional African instruments and musical concepts. The 40 piece orchestra is based in Nashville, Tennessee and offers performances at schools and colleges.

African Dance and Theatre Association - Charitable organisation based in the UK, promoting African culture through dance, music and drama. Features history, pictures and booking information.
Meta Description: [ African traditional dance forms, drama and theatre productions, used in multicultural group and ceremonial entertainment ]

African Dance Resources From Artslynx - Categorized links.

404 African Performing Arts Association - Gine Nyi Ra, Inc. - West African drum and dance organization offering performances, classes and workshops. Based in Georgia, USA.
Meta Description: [ The African Performing Arts Association promotes drumming, dancing and culture of African artists. ]

Africanbeat.com - Los Angeles Drum and Dance Events - A list of Los Angeles African Music and Drum and Dance related events and classes.
Meta Description: [ Los Angeles Drum and Dance Events; A list of African Music and Drum and Dance related events and classes ]

Alokli West African Dance Club - A traditional West African dance-drumming club in Marin County, CA. offering classes and performances in Anlo-Ewe and other West African music dance styles from Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria.
Meta Description: [ A West African (Anlo-Ewe) dance-drumming club in Marin County, CA (near San Francisco). We offer classes and publish learning books and CDs. Related articles, photos, audio and video. ]

Balafon West African Dance Ensemble - Led by Kadiatou Conte, a native of the Republic of Guinea and formerly of the world renown Ballets National Djoliba, they are one of Washington D.C.'s premiere contemporary West African dance and music ensembles offering performances, classes and workshops.
Meta Description: [ Delivering emotionally charged performances to audiences of all ages, Balafon West African Dance Ensemble is easily emerging as one of Washington's premiere contemporary African performance ensembles. ]

Ballet Folklorique Tamboula D'Haiti - Afro-Haitian dance company, promoting Haitian folkloric dance, traditional rhythms, culture, and heritage in the Caribbean and the U.S.
Meta Description: [ Peniel Guerrier & company, promotes, performs and teaches Afro-Haitian, Caribbean & folk dance. Offers cultural tours to Haiti. ]

Batafon Arts - Offers West African drumming and dance classes for schools and the community. Profile and information about workshops and trips to Guinea and The Gambia.
Meta Description: [ West African drumming and dance for Schools and Communities. Traditional West African drums, djembe, balafon and djun djun are used for drumming classes. Visits to Guinea and The Gambia also available. Based in Brighton, East Sussex. ]

C. K. Ladzekpo - African Dance and Music - CK Ladzekpo, San Francisco Bay Area African musician, composer and choreographer, presents links to local classes, African performing ensembles, and online cultural instruction in dance, drumming, and the history of sacred rituals.

Celebrate Africa - Website of professional dancer, choreographer, and costume designer Charles Ahovissi, former member of the Ballet National of Benin, who is currently performing and teaching African dance in Omaha, Nebraska.
Meta Description: [ Celebrate Africa with Charles Ahovissi! Originally from Benin, West Africa, Charles is a professional dancer, performer, choreographer, costume designer and tailor of original African clothing. He shares his love and knowledge of African culture through teaching, dancing, drumming, and singing. H... ]

Chakatcha Dance Group - A traditional African and Caribbean dance troupe based in London. Encourages and supports programs, policies and opportunities that ensure the ongoing development, presentation and promotion of African/Caribbean Arts and Cultures through music and dance.

Collective Of Black Artists - COBA is a company dedicated to preserving the traditions in African music and dance. Includes biographies for the artists and mission statement.

Congo Rhythms - A variety of Congolese dance drum related information, from classes and workshops to upcoming performances, bios on master teachers, and links connecting you to related sites.
Meta Description: [ Congolese Dance and Drum Workshops, classes performances; bios of master teachers Dance, Drum, Song, photos. Workshop registration. Photo albums ]

Diamano Coura West African Dance Company - Non-profit cultural organization dedicated to the preservation, education, and appreciation of traditional West African music, dance, theater, and culture. With biographies, reviews, and calendar of events and workshops.

Diaspora Dance Theater Project - Company offering Afro-Cuban and Afro-Caribbean performances and classes, based in Washington DC, USA. Includes schedules, past events and photograph galleries.

Dimensions Dance Theater - Presents an annual season of two downtown Oakland, CA concerts to promote and create and premiere work on African American themes, fostering knowledge and appreciation of African and African-derived dance forms.

500 Kamsisi Dance and Rhythm Ensemble - San Francisco-based group founded and managed by Masankho Banda.

La Calebasse de Merlin Nyakam - This dance company has offered african and afro-contemporary dance with its «Récréation Primitive» Ballet and its workshops, and master classes.
Meta Description: [ La Compagnie la Calebasse de Merlin Nyakam propose d'enchanter les adeptes de la danse africaine et afro contemporaine avec son spectacle Récréation Primitive, ses stages de danse et son bal africain ]

Les Ballets Africains - National dance company of the Republic of Guinea. Includes tour dates, news, and music.
Meta Description: [ National dance company of the Republic of Guinea. African culture for the modern world ]

Les Etudiants de l'Afrique - LEDA is a Missoula, Montana based dancing and drumming ensemble offering performances and workshops centered on traditional West African music and dance, as taught by native master teachers.

Mbongi Village - Home of the Mbongi Dance Theater Project and Online Center for Congolese Culture, founded by Titos Sompa, Master dancer, drummer, and choregrapher from the Congo.

Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago - A Chicago-based company that performs authentic and progressive interpretations of contemporary and ancient African and African American dance, music and folklore.

Nzinga Dance - African and Caribbean cultural arts ensemble. They perform African and Caribbean traditional dance, drumming, song, storytelling, and folk music.
Meta Description: [ Nzinga Dance - African Dance and Drumming Site ]

Nzingha Camara - West African dance choreographer and instructor in Los Angeles. With biography, media coverage and contact information.

One World Arts Exchange - Promoting the music and dance of West African cultures.

Tamboula Ethnic Dance Co - Afo-Haitian dance company promoting a preserving Haiti's rich cultural heritage in the Midwest.

Tendacari - Afro Cuban and contemporary dance company, founded in 1992 in Buenos Aires by the Choreographer Marta Bercy. With pictures, calendar of events and news.
Meta Description: [ Compania de Teatro Danza Moderna AfroLatinaCubana - Shows, Enseñanza, Seminariosdanzas afro, afro, danza afro, ritmos, bailes, Teatro Danza de la Caridad, Marta Bercy, Maitre, Coreografas, Coreografias, Coreograficos, Canto, Percusiones, negras, America, Cuba, Cubanos, afrocubanos, afrocubana, a... ]

Utamaduni Dance Troupe, Denmark - An African performing troupe composed of Danish and Tanzanian artists who perform and teach African dance and drumming workshops all over Europe and produce a yearly summer dance camp.[Danish/English/Swaheli/Urdu].
Meta Description: [ Afrikansk dans, trommer og sang. Workshop i traditionel Tanzaniansk trommedans, udført af professionelle danske dansere og musikere. Utamaduni er et kulturelt udvekslings projekt mellem Danmark og Tanzania i øst afrika, med mere end 20 års erfaring i at optræde og undervise med traditionel su... ]

WestAfricanDance - Yousouff Koumbassa, former dancer of the National Ballet of Guinea, teaches in New York and offers instructional videos. Site also features his biography, and information about the classes.
Meta Description: [ West AFrican Dance related news ]