Cultural dance classes abound on Long Island — Indian, Irish, Hispanic, Korean, West African and more. Children don’t have to be part of the culture to enroll.

Marimba Rija was the perfect choice to define the character of Ghetto Kids. The marimba is a percussive instrument that’s fundamental for various music styles across Africa.

Discover local dance studios for kids and students. Search by zip code, dance style, and more to find the perfect studio for young dancers.

For the Kawambe-Omowale African Drum & Dance troupe, performance serves as a form of self-care—and introduces the community to a traditional African art form. This story was produced at the 2022 ...

As a recent Wesleyan College graduate in 2001, Pilar Lowden took a chance on bringing West African dance to Macon. Now Hayiya Dance Theatre is the only one doing it ...