African Dance in Performance: rhythm, culture and expression (beginners)

About this course

This beginner-level course explores African dance through expressive movement, rhythm and the relationship between music, movement and storytelling. Participants refine their technique, practise synchronising with a group and develop performance skills while exploring multiple dance styles and cultural understanding. The course also prepares participants for a final showcase, giving the work a performance focus.

What you'll learn

• Refine African dance technique.
• Perform expressive movement in relation to rhythm and music.
• Synchronise movement within a group.
• Explore multiple African dance styles and their cultural context.
• Connect movement and storytelling in performance.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners and includes group synchronisation, expressive movement and preparation for a final showcase. The level label suggests an introductory course, while the performance focus means participation includes working towards presenting movement as part of a group.

• Includes group-based synchronisation.
• Works towards a final showcase.