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DanceHaven

Created in collaboration with senior Gabrielle Niederhoffer and tap legend Dormeshia, DanceHaven brings dynamic dance styles rooted in Black vernacular dance traditions to YSC for a weekend of masterclasses and performances. Come experience tap, Chicago footwork, swing dance, African diasporic movement, and more!

This Masterclass

DanceHaven culminates with a dance party at 9pm in The Underground with music spun by Connecticut-based DJ Ch'Varda. 

Ch'Varda (Jazlyn Council) is a DJ/Producer/Artist based in CT. Her mixes are a reflection and expression of her love for music in all forms. She specializes in 90's Hip Hop and 2000's R&B/Hip Hop/Pop. Ch'Varda continues to push through barriers and aims to inspire the youth through her community service and music endeavors. 


 

Enjoy festival masterclasses taught by renowned and award-winning dance artists....

On Friday, April 14:

• 10am–11:15am: African Diasporic Movement
• 11:30am–12:45pm: Chicago Footwork
• 2:30pm–4pm: Lindy Hop

On Saturday, April 15:

• 10am–11:15am: Dunham Jazz
• 11:30am–12:45pm: Commercial Dance (Afro Style)
• 2:30pm–3:45pm: Tap

Don't miss out on the main event!

On Saturday, April 15:

• 7:30pm–9pm: Mainstage Performance
• 9pm–11pm: Dance Party