#danceAfrica2017

[rahndarize]

Hey y’all! What’s good?! A lot going on in my world as usual! Just working on maintaining balance! Hope you are doing well and hope this day has been a good one! Have you been able to get some joy in? I hope so! This has been a hilarious day for me!!! One thing after another has had me in stitches!! But I needed the laughter! Lol! So in honor of it all, I had to post some pics of me basking in my joy! #Throwback #TBT #BlackJoy #DanceAfrica2017 #BAMFestival2017 https://www.instagram.com/p/CCbxs47hTYNytPUz4ffXN3hH4dnXkiwjLzEVMI0/?igshid=zbx7vlvwgcs

[westampersand]

West& DanceAfrica 2017 |

I had the distinguished honor of performing at the 40 year Anniversary of DanceAfrica! I’ve studied, traveled and been in love with traditional vernacular for over 20 years. So being able to perform on that platform was a tremendous honor. Dr Baba Chuck founded this illustrious event (that occurs throughout the Country and beyond) in 1977. He recently transitioned to being an Ancestor. This only made this year even more significant. His impact on all us is immeasurable. And it’s out time now to do the work as cultural carriers.

The DanceAfrica 2017 theme was, “The Healing Light of Rhythm: Tradition and Beyond.” Celebrating the movement and rhythmic traditions of Guinea. We did 7 shows in 5 days (May 25-29, 2017). Performing,"The Healing Sevens," under the direction of Baba Abdel Salaam. Thank you to everyone that came and made it possible for 4 out of the 5 public shows to sell out. Featuring Asase Yaa, Illstyle & Peace Productions and Forces of Nature Dance Theatre. In honor of Dr. Baba Chuck Davis,#WeGotThis!

-J. West

[pharaonicbrand]

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[bellus-spiritus]

#latergram 40yrs of #danceafrica #bam #brooklyn #streetphotography #colors #streetfashion #danceafrica2017 #womenswear #fashion #streetstyle (at BAM)

[teawithqueenandj]

Loving this moment in Black girl from #DanceAfrica by @snapshotmoe ❤✊🏾💚 Be sure to listen to the latest episode of #teawithqj #podcast for a recap #107 "Congratulations, You Played Yourself" CLICK THE LINK IN THE BIO TO LISTEN! . This week... What does it mean when Black folks blackball other Black folks, How top 20 universities have BEEN gentrifying the hood on some #getout sh!t, Rihanna & Lupita, DanceAfrica, and Is success yt? . #podsincolor #itunes #soundcloud #stitcher #googleplay #tuneinapp #supportpocpods #supportblackpodcasts #listentoblackwomen #womanism #blackfeminism #naturalhair #blackwomen #danceafrica2017 #danceafricabazaar #brooklyn #nyc #blackjoy #doubledutch (at BAM)

[hightopsxheels]

Had a great time at BAM this past weekend! How blessed am I to be aligned with some of the most amazing activators and healers of this time?? #DanceAfrica2017 #HightopsandHeels #HTxH #brooklyn #danceafrica #healers #activators #artists #africanart #africancloth #africanfestival #festival #africandance #nyc #familygoals #lifestyleblog #blessed

[f1n1sh3r-blog]

African dreams are owned by many and only few are realized. We leave our homes, family and friends behind to chase after these dreams. The fantasy of living the lives we imagine seem all too easy. But the reality of the work to get there is hard and harsh. Our hands become calloused and chaffed. Our backs and knees weak. Still we dream and never stop until it is realized in our children. We left our homes not to live into the dream, that was the motivating force. We leave to pave paths, break down walls and bar cruel lashes for them to be great. Be great! It's yours, it was never meant to be mine. #danthonyphotography #DanceAfrica2017 #DanceAfrica #brooklyn #festival #dailynews #nytimes #nyc #flatbush #igers #newyork_instagram #picoftheday #instagood #streetphotography #nikon #photography #african #beautiful #people #vendors #peoplescreatives #rasta #rastafari (at BAM)

[debralb1]

When you hear a #drumline in the distance....you finally see the #drummers and you know that the #rhythmisgonnagetyou excited...right @nadilowe ? I see you and Paige jammin to de beat. #drums #danceafrica2017 #brooklyn #music #drumming #africanbeats #danceafrica2017 (at Dance Africa)

[mzkendrafoster]

Had the honor of kickin' it w/ 👑Michelline @michihighlights Creator of MichiHighlights.com & "Kitchen Talk", Entrepreneur, Fashionista, sweet❤️ on the last day of #DanceAfrica2017

[itsyourqueens]

Fun times yesterday at #danceafrica2017 #YourQueens

[lovenyri]

When your skirt comes with a surprise strip of extra fabric hidden in the pockets... you make a makeshift crown with it 👸🏽#DanceAfrica2017 #KnowYourMagic #BohioMusic #AyitiNanKayLa #QueenThings (at Dance Africa)

[rahndarize]

#TBT Me styling & profilin at last weekend's #DanceAfrica Festival! Had good time with my sistas up in Brooklyn! More pics to come!! #rahndarize #inthesestreets #phillytobk #Brooklyn #NY #NYC #DanceAfrica2017 #BAM Celebrating #culture

[thewhatsup01]

Isn't she fab? Want to see more beautiful custom made pieces? New #post is up on the #blog covering #danceafrica2017 Click the link in the bio. Or go to www.thewhatsup.org and subscribe to @_thewhatsup #danceafrica #festival #bazaar #brooklyn

[pharaonicbrand]

My Pharaonic Phamily @empressmars & @Earthiopian Reppin at BAM's Dance Africa Photo by @islandboiphotography #brooklyn #BAM #DanceAfrica2017 #pharaonicorp #pharaonicbrand #islandboiphotography

[teawithqueenandj]

We're here for this shot of #blackjoy taken at the #DanceAfrica bazaar by @shavonmeyers ❤✊🏾💚 . Be sure to listen to the latest episode of #teawithqj #podcast for a recap of Dance Africa and more on #107 "Congratulations, You Played Yourself" CLICK THE LINK IN THE BIO TO LISTEN! . This week... What does it mean when Black folks blackball other Black folks, How top 20 universities have BEEN gentrifying the hood on some #getout sh!t, Rihanna & Lupita, DanceAfrica, and Is success yt? . #podsincolor #itunes #soundcloud #stitcher #googleplay #tuneinapp #supportpocpods #supportblackpodcasts #listentoblackwomen #womanism #blackfeminism #naturalhair #blackwomen #danceafrica2017 #danceafricabazaar #brooklyn #navy #blacknavy (at BAM)

[hightopsxheels]

Everything IS worthwhile knowing the impact and influence it has on this amazing young woman! I call it the radicalization of Jayla lol... she keeps me grounded, inspires and encourages me more than she knows! My brilliant and beautiful niece @hauntjayla Swipe left to see more of us at #danceafrica2017 #HTxH #HightopsandHeels #fuckyourprivilege #sisterhood #blackwomen #afrohair #curlyhair #creolas #cuties #streetart #danceafrica #streetstyle #lifestyleblog #familygoals #vintagestyle #customized #myhaircrush #naturalhair