Step Afrika! at NYU Skirball
"Visually and musically exciting," - The Washington Post
Step Afrika! blends traditional African and percussive dance styles with contemporary dance to create a unique and cohesive experience beyond dance.
The company performs in NYC for TWO SHOWS ONLY, taking the stage at NYU Skirball. Reserve your seats today!
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Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities; traditional African dances; and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into a cohesive, compelling artistic experience. Performances are much more than dance shows; they integrate songs, storytelling, humor, and audience participation. The blend of technique, agility, and pure energy makes each performance unique and leaves the audience with their hearts pounding.
Founded in 1994 by C. Brian Williams, Step Afrika! is the first professional company dedicated to the tradition of stepping. Under Mr. Williams’ leadership, stepping has evolved into one of America’s cultural exports, touring more than 60 countries across the globe, and now ranks as one of the top ten African American dance companies in the United States. The Company reaches tens of thousands each year through a 50-city tour of American colleges and theaters, and performs globally as an official U.S. Cultural Ambassador
Made possible in part with support from the Harkness Foundation for Dance and NYU Africa House.
NYU Skirball’s programs are made possible in part with support from the National Endowment for the Arts; the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature; and by Howard Gilman Foundation; FUSED (French U.S. Exchange in Dance), a program of FACE Foundation in partnership with Villa Albertine; General Delegation of the Government of Flanders to the USA; Collins Building Services; Korean Cultural Center New York, Marta Heflin Foundation; Harkness Foundation for Dance; Van Cleef & Arpels; as well as our valued donors through memberships, commissioning, and Stage Pass Fund support.