Tag: danceafrica

Dancer and choreographer Chuck Davis, who founded the largest African dance festival, DanceAfrica, and performance company African American Dance Ensemble, died Sunday at his home in Durham, North Carolina. He was 80. Known for his benevolent spirit and powerful presence, he was committed to keeping the roots of African dance alive, as well as fusing […]

On Memorial Day weekend, one of the country’s largest African dance festivals wrapped up its 36th annual performance at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Founded by Chuck Davis in 1977, DanceAfrica spreads the love of African dance with performances and master classes by traditional and contemporary companies from around the world. Here are a few […]