A performance by Penn’s West African Vibe, one of the University's African-style dance groups, this spring (Photo courtesy of Ugonma Ajomiwe). Penn’s West African Vibe, one of Penn’s African-style ...

In West African dance, the rhythm of the drums and the movement of the dancer work together in unison, almost as one colorful, throbbing body. Other styles, from ballet to modern, disconnect the ...

His background in dance includes urban diasporic dance styles (hip-hop), house, West African diasporic styles, Capoeira, Tiger and Crane Kung fu, Aikido, Kali as well as training in modern dance, ...

For Sherone Price, West African dance isn't just a different style of movement. It's a different experience altogether. "African dance is something that affects how you feel," Price said. "When ...

The Thiossane West African Dance Institute is bringing the sights, sounds and motion of West Africa to Ohio State this week. The Thursday, Friday and Sunday performances in Sullivant Hall will be ...

It is precisely this more grounded movement that has its roots in the traditional West African dance styles of Sabar, bringing the dance and the style back down to earth, Cabuag said.

However, West African dance is their specialty aside from the ballet, jazz, tap, step, and hip-hop classes they offer. "It's one of those dance styles that is approachable for anyone," she said.

Think Out Loud West African dance company Sebé Kan brings dancers of all ages to Portland stage By Allison Frost (OPB) May 12, 2025 10:29 a.m. Updated: May 12, 2025 1:21 p.m.

8News is honoring Black History Month this February and reporter Sierra Krug took us center stage to meet the dancers with Virginia's premiere West African dance group — Ezibu Muntu.