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Imagine Africa Free Community Night

Presented by University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Penn Museum) at University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Penn Museum)

May 23, 2012

Penn Museum invites you to imagine Africa at a free community night, with performances and workshops by local musicians, dancers and artists. Move to the beat with the West Powelton Steppers Drill Team and line dance instructor Kenny J. Enjoy spoken word from the Philly Youth Poetry Movement, and a comic book workshop with members of the East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention. Explore the Imagine Africa ...More

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	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Tin Angel Presents: Chris and Tommy's Goodtime Show Presented by Chris and Tommy at Tin Angel May 26, 2012 Chris And Tommy's Goodtime Show will be appearing as part of a new concert series hosted by David Wannop. Also appearing will be Philadelphia's godfather of alt/pop, ...More
	Tell-a-friend Academy of International Ballet Spring Recital 2012 Presented by Academy of International Ballet at Neumann University - Meagher Theater June 1, 2012 The Academy of International Ballet announces its 10th annual Spring Recital featuring selections from the classical ballet repertoire and new choreography created by Anastasia ...More
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	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Cross-Rhythms - An Evening of Tap Dance Presented by Lady Hoofers Society at Performance Garage June 8, 2012 Cross-Rhythms - An Evening of Tap Dance will be presented one night at the Performance Garage. Produced by tap dancer and choreographer Pamela Hetherington, the concert will ...More
	Tell-a-friend De Pueblo a Pueblo: A Celebration of Mexican Culture in Venues throughout Philadelphia Presented by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens at Various Locations April 27-June 16, 2012 De Pueblo a Pueblo (From Town to Town) is an eight-week celebration in Spring 2012 that will honor our local Mexican community by promoting greater understanding of traditional ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Spring Flamenco Classes Presented by University City Arts League at University City Arts League April 9-June 17, 2012 Students learn the fundamental elements of flamenco including footwork technique, braceo (arm and hand movements), and palmas (hand clapping technique). Castanets will be used. ...More

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9th Annual Italian Heritage Festival of Gloucester County 9th Annual Italian Heritage Festival of Gloucester County Presented by Gloucester County Italian Heritage Commission at RiverWinds Amphitheater September 30, 2012 All day family fun fashioned after an Italian street fair, featuring performances, Italian dancers, lots of kids' activities, food and craft vendors, exhibitors and more!	Gloucester County Italian Heritage Commission	09/30/12	West Deptford
Beginner Belly Dance Classes Beginner Belly Dance Classes Presented by Habiba Studio: Dances of the Near East at Habiba Studio of Middle Eastern Dance January 18-July 25, 2012 Oriental dance originated in Egypt and has spread around the globe as a performing art and an exciting way to exercise. Women all over the globe have taken to this dance and it flourishes today in Asia, Europe and the Americas as well as the Middle East. Habiba trains dancers in Middle Eastern movement techniques and cultural traditions at her Philadelphia studio. She is a leading researcher of the dances of Egypt and Tunisia and teaches belly dance as well as the traditional folkloric...	Habiba Studio: Dances of the Near East	01/18/12- 07/25/12	Philadelphia
Kindermusik - Village Class, 0-18 Months Kindermusik - Village Class, 0-18 Months Presented by Kindermusik with Amanda Joy at Leverington Presbyterian Church April 30-June 20, 2012 Kindermusik is the world's leading developmentally-based, early childhood music and movement program. They believe that every child is musical, that music is the most powerful learning tool on the planet, and that early integration of music into daily life supports, nurtures and accelerates the natural development process. Their philosophies are based on decades of classroom experience, and on scientific research that proves music strengthens and stimulates neural pathways in children's...	Kindermusik with Amanda Joy	04/30/12- 06/20/12	Philadelphia
Kids' Creative Movement Kids' Creative Movement Presented by Kun Yang Lin/Dancers at CHI Movement Arts Center January 23, 2012 - Ongoing Movement concepts will be explored in a group setting for the first time. Children will have the opportunity to explore and develop their imaginations through dance exercises that promote freedom of expression as well as balance and coordination. There will be a mix of ballet, modern, improvisation, floor and across-the-room exercises, as well as props and costumes. Marcie Mamura is an artist, educator, and collaborator. Originally from Sioux City, IA, she moved to Philadelphia...	Kun Yang Lin/Dancers	01/23/12- Ongoing	Philadelphia
InHale Performance Series InHale Performance Series Presented by Kun Yang Lin/Dancers at CHI Movement Arts Center July 13, 2012 InHale Performance Series: Diversity. Opportunity. Community. The InHale Performance Series is a community initiative, presented by Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers, to help established and emerging movement artists perform their work. Selected artists receive free performance space, technical assistance, and audience feedback. Previous performances have sold out! Performances include dance, spoken word, music, video, and more!	Kun Yang Lin/Dancers	07/13/12	Philadelphia
Dancehall Sweat Dancehall Sweat Presented by Raediant Movement February 4-August 4, 2012 Dancehall Sweat is based on Caribbean Street dance that is all about confidence and attitude. This style of dance includes elements of African, hip-hop, house, zouk, salsa, and Jamaican folklore dances. The Flava style is creative, expressive, fun, and the music takes you away. Dancehall Flava dance can be seen in videos by artist such as Beyonce, Rihanna, M.I.A., and Sean Paul	Raediant Movement	02/04/12- 08/04/12	Philadelphia
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Summer Wonder Program - Ollin Yoliztli Calmecac: Aztec Music and Dance Summer Wonder Program - Ollin Yoliztli Calmecac: Aztec Music and Dance Presented by University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Penn Museum) at University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Penn Museum) August 8, 2012 The Summer Wonder Program, designed for children and their families, celebrates cultural diversity through music, dance, performance art, and interactive demonstrations. In the Nahuatl language, Ollin Yoliztli Calmecac translates "school of blood moving in the heart." Learn about the pre-Inquisition Mexicayotl culture as you delight in Aztec music and dance, and participate in the White Eagle Dance!	University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Penn Museum)	08/08/12	Philadelphia
Summer Entertainment Series: Chinese Culture & Dance Performance Summer Entertainment Series: Chinese Culture & Dance Performance Presented by Wayne Art Center at Wayne Art Center June 27, 2012 Join the Wayne Art Center in welcoming dancers from the Ming Hui Chinese School dance team as they present a unique performance of Chinese dance and cultural arts. The colorful costumes, traditional music and dynamic dances are sure to entertain! The performance will run approximately 45 minutes. Come enjoy with your family, and be sure to invite a friend! Thank you to the Minghui School and the Greater Philadelphia Asian Culture Center for their generous...	Wayne Art Center	06/27/12	Wayne

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