Ritmo de Orun combines the Spanish word ‘ritmo,’ meaning rhythm, and the Nigerian word ‘orun,’ meaning heaven or sun. The name encapsulates the two cultures that inspire the Afro-Cuban band’s style.

Rizzi said Saravá Fest is the first event of its kind in New Zealand dedicated to Afro-Brazilian culture and heritage. “It’s ...

Drexel University’s Dance and Africana Studies programs will host a most respected dance scholar and choreographer, Dr. Kariamu Welsh, the creator of the African dance technique Umfundalai, on Oct. 17 ...

Thousands will flock to Downtown Brooklyn this weekend to celebrate the rich culture and influence of Caribbean and Latinx culture and music in Brooklyn — and to dance late, late into the night. The ...

Editor’s note: KQED Arts’ award-winning video series If Cities Could Dance is back for a third season! In each episode, meet dancers across the country representing their city’s signature moves. New ...

This year’s BomPlenazo festival will celebrate the Afro-Puerto Rican music and dance culture bomba y plena throughout the U.S. The biennial festival, which kicks off Thursday, will feature four days ...