WEST AFRICAN DANCE
About the class
Location: Ballet Spartanburg Studios, Chapman Cultural Center, 200 E. St. John St., Spartanburg, SC 29306
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 PM. Dates to be announced.
Age: 2-80+
Cost: Free
*Each participant MUST complete and submit a 2026 registration form. Forms may be submitted to the Ballet Spartanburg Office or emailed to our Outreach Coordinator, Susan Woodham, at swoodham@balletspartanburg.org. Please note that classes do not start until January 2026.
Ballet Spartanburg is pleased to again offer West African Community Dance classes at no cost to the community - thanks to our generous sponsors! This class is open to anyone who would like to learn about the history of West African Dance, the culture, and the many variations of this art form. Participants will also enjoy movement, exercise, and freedom of spirit and mind. Classes are taught by an exceptional African Dance instructor, Angela Gibson, and accompanied by skilled drummer Hamadi Brown.
This four-month long class is recognized as one of the most exciting community outreach programs we offer. This class is fun, engaging, and perfect for all ages. An end of the year dance demonstration in the Chapman Cultural Center's theatre in May capstones this great class. Join us!
thanks to our sponsor!
Carlos Agudelo, 2023 SC Governor's Award for an Individual
Ballet Spartanburg's Artistic Director, Carlos Agudelo, was awarded the South Carolina Governor's Award from the South Carolina Arts Commission on May 23, 2023, at the Chapman Cultural Center. The award was presented by Mr. David Platt, Executive Director of the South Carolina Arts Commission. "We recognize the unparalleled energy, enthusiasm, devotion and love for dance that Carlos has gifted to our community out of his passion for all to experience the arts for the past 32 years. We are overjoyed that Carlos has been recognized by the South Carolina Arts Commission, " Teresa S. Berline, Executive Director. "The South Carolina Arts Commission is an extraordinary organization in our state which promotes and advocates opportunities in the arts which values equality, access, diversity and inclusion. Ballet Spartanburg is honored by the support of the South Carolina Arts Commission and the recognition of Carlos Agudelo."
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