RESPECT THE TECHNIQUE

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#OURSOLIDARITY BRINGS TOGETHER FOUNDER KARA MACK, MISTY COPELAND, AND RENNIE HARRIS IN THIS GROUND-BREAKING CONVERSATION ON SOLIDARITY IN DANCE!

AFRICA IN AMERICA X BOPSIDY UNITES TO CREATE THE FIRST-EVER ONLINE HUB SPECIFICUALLY FOR AFRICAN DIASPORIC MUSICIANS AND DANCERS THIS SEPTEMBER!

BOPSIDY is the first-of-its-kind social and professional network for creators, professionals, and students of dance that is dedicated to equitably empowering the artist and creator economy and uplifting every community of dance. All dance professionals and enthusiasts are invited to create a free profile page and to start connecting with one another on bopsidy.com!

SEPTEMBER 17TH & 18TH LAUNCH EVENTS

An exclusive weekend of events celebrating the launch of the first hub for African Diasporic music and dance!

Africa In America x Bopsidy invites you to a LAUNCH PARTY and a series of "RESPECT THE TECHNIQUE" MASTER CLASSES to celebrate the first online community for artists and enthusiasts of African Diasporic music and dance.

Join one or join all (get a bundle deal!) but register early as we have limited spots! Tickets are non-refundable.

"RESPECT THE TECHNIQUE" MASTER CLASS SERIES

A special series geared towards intermediate/advanced dancers of ALL STYLES who are seeking more African Diasporic movement vocabulary and/or expertise on booking that next audition!

1. Achieve Industry Success with Asiel Hardison

Get a first-ever up close and personal intensive with Asiel Hardison for any dancer that is yearning to take their career to the next level. You will not only learn how to get called for auditions, but how to up your chances in getting booked for that job!

**Surprise industry guest appearances during the workshop!**

Saturday 9/17 | 1-3PM
Crenshaw Yoga & Dance | 5426 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles (map)
Early Bird $25 tickets until 8/27 ($30 after)

2. Afrobeat & Coupé Décalé with Akosua Amoakua

Enjoy learning two of the hottest urban afro dance styles - Afrobeatderiving from Nigeria and Coupé Décalé from the Ivory Coast.

Sunday 9/18 | 1-3pm
Crenshaw Yoga & Dance | 5426 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles (map)
Early Bird $25 tickets until 8/27 ($30 after)

3. Sabar Vibes with Imania Fatima Detry

Enjoy a unique class where two worlds of Sabar, Senegal's national dance style, come together: the traditional and the contemporary. Imania’s gift of fusing her knowledge of both the folkloric and urban music and dance should not be missed!

Sunday 9/18 | 3-5pm
Crenshaw Yoga & Dance | 5426 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles (map)
Early Bird $25 tickets until 8/27 ($30 after)

LAUNCH PARTY

Celebrate with us to the global beats of DJ AFRIIIQUE with a special performance by 3x Grammy-winning and Black Panther credited percussionist/composer, Magatte Fall and Maxx Percussion!

Saturday 9/17 | 9pm-2am
Thirteen Play Lounge | 3474 W 8th St, Los Angeles (map)
Early Bird $25 tickets until 8/27 ($30 after)
Food menu available all night (try the Korean fried chicken!!)
$3 valet parking
21+ only

Limited VIP tables + bottle service available:

$150 for a table for 6 (1 bottle min; includes admission for 6)
$250 for a table for 10 (1 bottle min; includes admission for 10)

All VIP guests will get a special shout-out and interview with Kara Mack on her ARTVERSATIONS VODcast!

SUMMER READING 2022 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

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