Spring Season, Soon Come!

It's a new year in our new space and we are revved up. The momentum of a fresh start is with us and we've refreshed our engagement with this 'work'. More than 'just a job', we (the Legacy team) talk about the congruence within our lives, that this 'work' of Legacy is a part of how we each chronicle our journeys and tell the stories of our lives. We live through this, extending ourselves to connect with friends and fellow artists in this community of humanity. It is an honor to share in this season of programming. Take a look and see what 'tickles your fancy' and share info with other friends who may find interest. There is much love in the world and we take it upon ourselves as a part of our 'job' to reflect it back!

Fridays
7:00 - 8:00pm, ages 11-15
6:00 - 6:50pm, ages 6-10
Legacy Studio

Taught by the charismatic and multi-talented, Baba Akin Lowman, this inaugural class of Capoiera is a first of its kind with Legacy. We are excited to host Akin as he shares his knowledge and wisdom of this traditional Afro Brazilian martial art with the youth.

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Saturdays
2:00 - 3:00pm
Legacy Studio

The drum has long been know to be a sacred instrument, one that allowed us to communicate with each other and beyond. In this class taught by Dante Mitchell, students learn about the history of the drum as well as rhythms associated with it.

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Saturdays
3:00 - 4:00pm
Legacy Studio

This class is non-traditional African dance class where the goals are to build confidence, heal the heart, and strengthen the dancers. Students are exposed to various genres of dance. Taught by Ebony Zanuwa, Nia Afro Movement is for girls ages 6-13.

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March 14 - April 4
Legacy Studio

Taugut by Linsey McDaniel, this class is about getting tight while letting loose to West African rhythms. It is tailored for all ages and levels!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/african-dance-series-african-core-tickets-57058477442

April 11 - May 2
Legacy Studio

This class fuses traditional and contemporary dance and everything between. Chrisala teaches this class from her wealth of experience with dance forms from around the world. Open to all ages, levels, and backgrounds.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/african-dance-series-afromoves-pittsburgh-meets-african-heat-tickets-57058885663

May 9 - May 30
Legacy Studio

Continuing the legacy of his mother, Shona Sharif, Oronde Sharif has studied and taught dance totaling more than 3 decades. His journey has led him to study with master Senegalese artists, emboldening him with a deep insight into the movement and culture of Senegal. Oronde rounds out the spring session with classes rooted in the honoring of the Jola and Mandinka people.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/african-dance-series-senegalese-dance-tickets-57058705123

Saturdays
10:30-11:30 am/Legacy Studio

Before there was Legacy Arts, there was the Pittsburgh Black Theater Dance Ensemble (PBTDE). Under the direction of the late Bob Johnson, the ensemble existed as a part of the University of Pittsburgh yet set its roots deep into the Black arts community of Pittsburgh. Many great years of expression and exploration exposed the PBTDE artists to varied aspects of themselves, birthing in many an unlimited creativity that continues to be passed down to others. The Legacy Arts Project pays tribute to the work that has been done before, honoring the lasting contributions have that have reached through to the present day.

March 16-April 6

Norma Jean Barnes is a fluid dancer, teacher and choreographer in modern and African dance techniques. She shares with Legacy a class with a mix of contemporary, West African and Horton technique.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pioneers-of-black-dance-pittsburgh-series-afro-modern-tickets-57057406238

April 13-May 4

A comprehensive Dance journey is taught by choreographer and dancer, Sister Toni Nadiyah Stowers, encourages participants to move within the freedom and love of dance, regardless of size, age, or gender.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pioneers-of-black-dance-pittsburgh-series-no-boundaries-no-limitations-tickets-57056489496

May 11-June 1

Eric Dykes is a long-time yoga practitioner and has continually studied and honed his abilities since his introduction four decades ago. He brings his passion for health and well-being to the mat, encouraging others to tap into their innate physical, mental, and spiritual abilities.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pioneers-of-black-dance-pittsburgh-series-yogi-of-bs-breathing-smiling-tickets-57057857588