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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

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Sharing a symposium on the health benefits of dance and movement with the late great Baba Dr Chuck Davis. . . “Ago”...... “Ame” . . #babachuckdavis #testimonial #workshop #symposium #massage #bodywork #movement #therapy #legend #lembahealingarts #lembamovementarts #instagood #instagram #instalove #tbt #instagramers #throwbackthursday https://www.instagram.com/p/B6QpLQzAO_d/?igshid=43cq83uecomq

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💖 #DanceAfrica founder Dr. Charles "Baba Chuck" Davis is dancing with the ancestors now. Grateful for his presence and enormous contributions to our world and community. #ChuckDavis #BabaChuck #AfricanAmericanDanceEnseble #AfricanDance #AfricanDiaspora #DiasporicDance #AfricanAmericanDance #Choreographer #BlackStorytellers #Teacher #pioneer #BlackCulture #CultureCreator #ArtIsAWeapon (📷 reposted from @spectacularmag - read story: www.spectacularmag.com)

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Classic testimonial from the late great Baba Dr Chuck Davis, Artistic Director and Founder of Dance Africa . . #babachuckdavis #testimonial #massage #bodywork #movement #therapy #legend #lembahealingarts #lembamovementarts #instagood #instagram #instalove #tbt #instagramers #throwbackthursday https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Qm2bSgMM7/?igshid=1fily4t5pky0e

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(Colby dancing in the middle in purple) 🤗🥇🏆WAVE 4. (2014) THE LAST WAVE OF FULLY PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED DANCERS AT THE RESTORATION CENTER FOR ARTS & CULTURE UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF EMERITUS DIRECTOR, MS. PEGGY ALSTON.🏆🎗🥇 Some trained in African Dance since the age 2, 3 & 5 years of age by our Beloved Father / Grandfather of African Dance Dr. Baba Charles "Chuck" Davis, Karen Thornton, Baba Abdel Salaam, Mama Andara, Baba Wali & others. 🌷🎀♥️ORIGINAL MEMBERS OF THE RESTORATION YOUTH ARTS ACADEMY JUNIOR ENSEMBLE / PRE COMPANY MEMBERS. 😁🤗😍📽CENTER STAGE DANCERS AT THE BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF MUSIC✔😁🌷🌞 😁🤗🌷COLBY, KIANA, HADIYAH, TIANNA, TEANNA, DJ, SHONIAH, KETURAH, BREA, SEQUOIA.♥️🎗🎋 😍🤗😁HISTORY🤗😍😁 These girls were ALL professionally trained in MULTIPLE DISCIPLINES ranging from African to Ballet to Tap BY THE BEST TEACHERS UNTIL 2015. #dancer #danceafrica #thesegirlsdanced #trained #flawless #bestteachers #world-renowned #babachuck #babaabdelsalaam @danceafrica @bam #HISTORY #peace #love #respect #grateful

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My DANCE AFRICA GRANDFATHER, KING DR. BABA CHARLES "CHUCK" DAVIS IS WITH THE ANCESTORS. My heart is heavy as I cry and laugh about my great times with him. He said I "entered this earthly realm dancing to the rhythm of the drum". He taught my Mother the Art of African Dance and he taught me too. I LOVE YOU BABA, REST NOW...PEACE AND BLESSINGS. LOVE COLBY! #colbychristina #teamcolbychristina #colbyscorner #colbyscorner #danceafrica #babachuck #peace #love #respect

[colbychristina529]

My DANCE AFRICA GRANDFATHER, KING DR. BABA CHARLES "CHUCK" DAVIS IS WITH THE ANCESTORS. My heart is heavy as I cry and laugh about my great times with him. He said I "entered this earthly realm dancing to the rhythm of the drum". He taught my Mother the Art of African Dance and he taught me too. I LOVE YOU BABA, REST NOW...PEACE AND BLESSINGS. LOVE COLBY! #colbychristina #teamcolbychristina #colbyscorner #colbyscorner #danceafrica #babachuck #peace #love #respect

[colbychristina529]

My DANCE AFRICA Grandfather, KING DR. BABA CHARLES "CHUCK" DAVIS IS WITH THE ANCESTORS. My heart is heavy as I cry and laugh about my great times with him. He said I "entered this earthly realm dancing to the rhythm of the drum". He taught my Mother the Art pf African Dance and he taught me. I LOVE YOU BABA, REST NOW...PEACE AND BLESSINGS. LOVE COLBY!

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West& DanceAfrica 2015 

Last night I was able to participate along with an illustrious group of beautiful artists who came to together to honor Griot Dr. Baba Chuck Davis! What better way to do so than with a surprise tribute at the closing of the 38th Anniversary of DanceAfrica?!

There is nothing more significant than showing genuine gratitude. Dr. Baba Chuck Davis is a true pioneer and someone we all been touched and inspired by. We danced in  his honor under the direction of Baba Abdel R. Salaam (Co Founder/ Artistic Director of Forces of Nature Dance Theatre and the new Artistic Dir of Dance Africa) . He brought Asaseyaa, Restoration Youth Academy and Forces of Nature Dance Theatre /Alum together for a tear jerking tribute.

Dr. Baba Chuck was moved to tears and had no idea to what extent he was about to be honored. He was surrounded by love and a lineage of his legacy. This is a blue print of what it is to become a legend. With all our love this was our enormous THANK YOU to Baba Chuck Davis!  We love you!

Click HERE for a preview of the tribute!

-J.West