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FRENCH CULTURE FESTIVAL - HAITIAN KONPA DANCE CLASS 🎶

  • Carver Museum Theater 1165 Angelina Street Austin, TX, 78702 United States (map)

Come enjoy a casual social Konpa night while learning some new moves in the process. Konpa dance is the cornerstone of Haitian cultural identity.

The dance blends African, Latin and European influences, reflecting Haiti's cultural heritage resulting from their colonial past. As konpa evolved in the 1960s and 1970s, it began to influence other Caribbean genres like Dominican merengue and zouk in the French Antilles, contributing to its international reach. During the class you will learn the connection, basics, history and musicality of Kompa Music in Francophone Culture. You will leave the class confident and ready to hit the dance floor. Don't miss out, spots are limited.

Paid entry with RSVP required.