Capoeira – An Afro-Brazlian martial art that involves aspects of dance, acrobatics, and percussion music. A dance like fight, a fight like dance! A modern practice rooted in ancient art form.The modern take is more art form than martial art, a game that is played around the world. It is the art form of the […]
The Norwalk Pontian Society has performed at numerous events across the United States and North America, bringing their culture and traditions to crowds everywhere from Atlanta, Georgia to San Francisco, California, to Toronto, Canada. Not only do they love to perform, they take pride in preserving their culture and history for future generations.
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Marinera Dance Academy is an academy dedicated to strengthening and preserving the love of traditional Peruvian dance and culture. Marinera’s students work closely with renowned Peruvian Marinera professional dancers and instructors and pride themselves for assisting their students in reaching their full potential inside and outside the classroom.
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Junko Fisher is a traditional Japanese/Okinawa dancer and choreographer from Okinawa, Japan. A dancer since age 5, Junko studied traditional dance in college and acquired a certificate in Natori, Gojo Miyano. The performance will include two great dances, Sakura Sakura and Matsushima.
Mulkerin School of Irish Dance is dedicated to The love of Irish Dance, Ireland; it’s music, culture and its people. Mulkerin is a traditional school with a modern flair – using a combination of Ceili dances that date back to the 1600’s as well as steps you might see in Riverdance
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Klein Theater Arts mission is to inspire and educate students in the performing arts. KTA helps build a strong sense of self-esteem, confidence and character through the craft of theatre and musical theatre in a positive, nurturing, non competitive learning environment.
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Children’s entertainer and educator specializing in multicultural music for children aging from birth through 10 years of age. Armelle for Kids mission is to build bridges between cultures through music from around the world. Both parents and children will be grooving alike!
Norwalk International Cultural Exchange (NICE) Will Announce Its 2019 NICE Festival Date and make Charitable Donations to the 2018 NICE Charities On Wednesday, November 14, 2018 – 12N – Norwalk City Hall. Mayor Harry Rilling, Interim Director, Recreation and Parks, Ken Hughes, and the organizers of The NICE Festival will announce the date for The
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Danzartecuador. Ecuadorian Folk Dancers, reated in June 2014. This authentic dance group that brings culturally significant traditional dance along with colorful sights and sounds straight from Ecuador.
Anacoana is a Bridgeport-based Community organization providing enrichment program for children and their families. The Haitian dance performance includes traditional Hattian dance with a variety of vibrant colors.
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“Truly the best! I heard them at a festival and my mom was in love with them. I just hired them for her birthday and they are amazing! Professional beyond, punctual, funny and the hit of the party. You will not be disappointed!” – Maribela Colaso on Facebook
Tava is a lifelong dancer who began studying bellydance in 2000. In addition to teaching, performing and mentoring, she enjoys using the dance as a tool for improving body image in women and girls. With a deep respect and appreciation for the roots of the dance, Tava is dedicated to lifelong training and sharing the
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Henry Jones, the founder and Lead Instructor for Infinite Roots is a gifted artist, writer and musician. Mr. Jones has over 25 year’s experience in the field of music, with a strong focus on cultural arts. Currently, Infinite Roots provides instruction to over 300 students within the Fairfield and Westchester County areas. Workshop programs have
A Latin musical group featuring a dynamic percussion, a swinging rhythm section and harmonic brass sounds, including genres such as Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia and Bolero. They perform the music of notable Latin artist’s such as: Hector Lavoe, Willie Colon, Grupo Mania, Frankie Ruiz, Oscar D’Leon, Tito Puente and many others.
Anthem Reggae Band is truly original sound that is creating a big wave throughout the USA, Anthem provides musical enchantment and diversity for lovers of all reggae, from roots to dancehall.Anthem is a diverse family that wants everyone to have as much fun listening to the music as they do playing it.
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Annalisa Ewald is a professional classical guitarist in Connecticut who performs throughout the New York Metropolitan area. Annalisa’s classical guitar performances create a unique mystical experience with selections drawn from 400 years of the guitar’s international repertoire, performed by an artist crisits have named “exquisite” –memories that last for a lifetime.
Turban tying, Bhangra dancing, and Gatka martial arts, all traditional arts forms from the Punjab region and Sikhs of India will be graciously performed by Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Foundation located at 622 West Ave in Norwalk. Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Foundation Is registered non-profit IRS 501(C) (3) organization and is conveniently located in Fairfield
Tava is a lifelong dancer who began studying bellydance in 2000. In addition to teaching, performing and mentoring, she enjoys using the dance as a tool for improving body image in women and girls. With a deep respect and appreciation for the roots of the dance, Tava is dedicated to lifelong training and sharing the
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St. Luke’s Steel Band was started in the fall of 1999, many of the members or their families come from the West Indies: the islands of Antigua, Barbados, Bermuda, Grenada, Jamaica, Montserrat, Nevis, Trinidad and Tobago are all represented in the ensemble. Their repertoire includes soca, calypso, reggae, classical, sacred, jazz, popular and island folk music. www.stlukessteelband.com
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NICE is pleased and proud to support this year three outstanding organizations that change people’s lives and truly embody the spirit of the NICE mission to promote awareness of the diversity of people from around the world and foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of what each group brings to our community. We urge everyone
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