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The Circle: An Exploration of Cross-Cultural Connections through Powwow & Hip-Hop

  • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 2700 F Street Northwest Washington, DC, 20566 United States (map)

Join Culture Caucus member Miss Chief Rocka for an evening of presentations, panel discussions, and conversations with local artists, scientists and institutes to learn more about the shared creative essence and the intersections between art and science. 

Honouring Indigenous Peoples Day and The 50th Anniversary of HipHop Culture, This evening will feature movement workshops and exhibitions in Traditional First Nations Powwow Dance & Hip-Hop Dance by local DMV Indigenous and HipHop Dance Artists. Join us in celebration as we explore our connections to The Circle and celebrate our respective cultures through dance, songs and story telling.

Schedule for classes:

  • 5:00 pm - Powwow Dance Workshop with Angela Gladue & Louis Campbell

  • 6:30 pm - Cross Cultural Exchange and Exhibition Showcase with Dancers from the DMV Street dance community and DMV Powwow Dance community.

  • 7:30 pm - HipHop Workshop with DMV Street Dance community

Earlier Event: October 5
The Play That Goes Wrong
Later Event: October 6
Teddy Thompson & Jennie Muldaur: A Tribute to the Great Country Duets