West African DANCE CLASS with IDY CISS in Toledo
ALMA Dance Experience is pleased to announce that internationally acclaimed Senegalese dancer IDY CISS, currently of Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago, and former dancer with Les Ballets Africans, is coming to Toledo April 27th, 2013 to provide a West African dance class to ALMA students, and to the public at large. The class will take place in Studio #205 of The Martin School, 10 N. Holland-Sylvania (at Hill Ave), from 10:30am till noon. Class fee is $15 per participant, registration is requested. No experience is necessary, and all are welcome! Originally from Senegal, Idy Ciss credits his grandparents with his natural dance ability. They were well known in their village for their dancing, and it was from them that he received this gift. From the time he was five years old, he was always called upon to perform for special occasions and ceremonies. He credits the love and support of his family and neighbors as the catalyst, which led him to the field of professional dance. Idy is also a teacher and singer of traditional African songs. His professional debut was with Les Ballets Africans Kolaam Serere. He is also a former member of Ballets Africans. He has performed before presidents of several African countries and appeared on national television in Senegal. Idy is now a full time member of Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago, offering his expertise as a consultant, choreographer and principal dancer. Idy teaches West African Dance at festivals throughout North America and provides classes at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, Lycee Francais de Chicago, Soulistic Studio & Spa, and Joel Hall Dance Center. Idy was recently awarded The Joseph Holmes Award for Best Choreography in a Music/Dance Program for choreography of Dekkal Thiossane (Rebirth of Culture) by the Black Theater Alliance Awards. To register, or for more information, please contact Allison Kodeih at 419.810.2800 or [email protected].
Press Release Contact Name: Allison Kodeih
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