DanceAfrica
Monday, March 16, 2026
9:11 PM
BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music)
30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Scheduled
About This Event
At BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music), DanceAfrica presents Remembering, a program grounded in African and diasporic dance forms and in dialogue with a range of musical and theatrical collaborators. The company—joined onstage by the DanceAfrica Ensemble and DanceAfrica Festival performers—foregrounds rhythm, lineage and communal exchange, favoring structural discipline and musical precision over spectacle.
About DanceAfrica
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of DanceAfrica, an exuberant celebration of the African Diaspora's rich dance traditions, returning this season to the renowned Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM). Since its inception, DanceAfrica has captivated audiences with its exhilarating fusion of contemporary and traditional performances that pay homage to Africa's cultural legacy. Under the dynamic direction of Abdel R. Salaam, the festival becomes a joyous tribute, featuring unforgettable live music, master classes, and an outdoor bazaar. A staple in New York City's cultural scene, DanceAfrica brings together a diverse ensemble of performers, from the DanceAfrica Ensemble to the Festival Performers, painting the city with pulsating rhythms and vibrant stories. Don't miss your chance to witness this captivating event that promises to ignite your senses and uplift your spirit, offering a heartfelt celebration of community, heritage, and the boundless creativity of African dance.
About the Artists
DanceAfrica Ensemble
The DanceAfrica Ensemble is a collective of dancers and musicians that celebrates African culture through performance, showcasing traditional and contemporary African dance and music.
DanceAfrica Festival Performers
DanceAfrica Festival Performers are a collective of dancers and performers who showcase traditional and contemporary African dance and music as part of the annual DanceAfrica Festival held at BAM.
DanceAfrica
DanceAfrica is a dance collective rooted in African and diasporic forms, presented in New York City at BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music). Their work sits in dialogue with a wide range of musical and theatrical collaborators, including Les Arts Florissants, David Rivera y La Bámbula, Paul Beaubrun, Natalia Lafourcade, and Anika + Hearts of Steel.