Overview
Raise your spirits, and your heart rate, with dance traditions from around the world! East Indian dance will be taught in celebration of the upcoming festival of Diwali. Other styles include Israeli folk and West African dance (with live drumming). The FREE series ends with a liturgical dance workshop that will weave together choreography from all three traditions.
All ages and abilities are welcome — no dance experience is required. Wear comfortable clothing for your joyful dance journey!
These classes will be held in Short Hills. Exact location will be emailed ahead of the event to people who register.
East Indian: Bina Menon, Founder and Director of Kalashri School of Arts
Israeli folk: Ellen Berkowitz, Director of the Shamayim Israeli Dance Program
Liturgical: Rev. Eyesha Marable, Assistant Vice President, NJPAC Community Engagement, and Founder, National Liturgical Dance Network
West African: Karen Miles, Founder, and Director, Zawadi African Dance and Drum, Inc.