The Association of Dance of the African Diaspora

ADAD is a national organisation that supports the practice and appreciation of dance of the African Diaspora. We want dance of the African Diaspora to be visible and valued as part of the British cultural experience.

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ADAD has a unique role, working on behalf of talented dance artists who are part of the African Diaspora, to support their development and raise the profile of their work.

ADAD exists to:

Enable artists through continuing professional development
Develop new pathways to a sustainable future through education and training
Build networks through hosting events and sharing information
Foster pride in dance of the African Diaspora through celebrating heritage

IRIE! dance theatre presents:

‘MAKING TRACKS’ …

Professional Summer School in African Peoples Music & Dance

IRIE! dance theatre is Britain’s leading company working in the field of African and Caribbean dance training. This one-week Summer School will focus primarily on African and Caribbean dance with additional classes in Caribbean drumming, dance fusion and Street/Hip-Hop dance.

The programme is designed for participants who are:

Proficient in learning and performing dance routines
Have a basic understanding of diverse dance forms with particular reference to African and Caribbean dance.

5 classes per day will focus on context, technique and presentation, including an intensive course in Caribbean Drum Rhythms. A certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the course.

Cost

Summer School Programme- £300 Concession £250

Summer School Programme with Drumming- £350 Concession £300

Drumming- £100

Making Tracks will take place from Monday 30th June-Friday 4th July 2008.
At: The Moonshot Centre, Fordham Park Angus St. New Cross London SE14 6LU.

If you would like to take part but not sure if you have the right experience or for further information and to request an application form, please do not hesitate to contact IRIE! on 020 8691 6099

The Tutors

Lincoln Allert- Dance Fusion

Mohammed Dordoh - African Dance

Jackie Guy -Caribbean Dance

Del Mak- Street/Hip-Hop Dance

Oginga Osaze- Caribbean Drumming

ADAD Future Events

• January 23rd - Community Dance Consultation day (co-hosted w FCD and Irie! Dance Theatre)

• February 1st - BDE Trade Fair - Advocacy and regional event

February 7th - Talk and practical session at Feedback 33 (Professional development forum - convened by Sheron Wray)

• March 6th-9th -Move It! African and Caribbean Dance Showcase (8th) and exhibition stall - Advocacy event

• March 20th - ADAD Trailblazers Alumni Launch - Forum and Advocacy event - Held at Irie! Moonshot

• Choreographic skills day (Date TBC) - Open event with Trailblazers

ADAD Office Closure

Thursday 31st January 2008 - Friday 1st February 2008

If you have any enquiries, please forward them to [email protected]


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