Dance in Africa: Senegal 2023

27/08/2025

The DanceInAfrica workshop at the Théâtre de l'Engouement last May was a true moment of sharing and camaraderie. Team spirit was at the heart of every step, every smile, every movement. Together, we danced, encouraged each other and grew, proving that the power of dance lies in our unity.

19/06/2025

When bodies dance, eyes meet, and barriers fall. A moment of shared joy where every gesture becomes a bridge to the other, and every breath a silent word. Here, we don’t just dance.
we discover, we connect, we vibrate together.

13/06/2025

Sitting in a circle is more than just a physical arrangement.

it’s a human posture, a philosophy. In a circle, no one is above, no one is left out. Everyone sees each other, listens and is heard. This shape invites equality, mutual respect, and co-creation. The circle breaks down invisible hierarchies, refocuses attention, and nurtures collective intelligence. Whether we’re learning, sharing, or creating together, the circle reminds us that we are all deeply connected.

07/12/2022

We're up! Dance in Africa Senegal will take place from June 2-15, 2023! Check us out at danceinafrica.com .

04/03/2021

It gives me joy to see my sister rise. She deserves it. And a grand hello to all our DIA family!

Ndéye Seck est une femme qui ne cesse d'étonner par son talent de batteur tam tam, qu'elle a hérité de son grand-père.Parmi les hommes, elle dirige le tam-ta...

17/01/2021

And you thought Dudungba was only for men...
Did you know that many people in Guinea are a part of the Mande lineage? Malinke, Manianka, Mandinka and Bambara are some subgroups of the larger Mande ethnic and language group. People of this lineage are found throughout West Africa, including the countries of Senegal, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Mali, Burkina Faso and even Mauritania.

Doundounba in Madina, Conakry featuring Mamadouba Camara, director of Ballet Tayeli and amazing dancers from Ballet Tayeli, including Wontanara's own Mohamed...

12/01/2021

We're back up, with some important info related to traveling to Senegal. Check it out!

https://www.danceinafrica.com/covid19info.html

12/01/2021

Hang on guys. We are updating our website with important COVID-19 information related to traveling to Senegal. Gimme 10 minutes and we'll be back up!

05/01/2021

Choose DANCE, DRUM or CULTURAL TOUR!

We are moving forward with our plans for Dance in Africa Senegal this year from June 11-25 this year!

Here are a few things you should know:
As of now, US travelers are permitted to enter Senegal and are not required to quarantine. Masks are encouraged in public. US travelers are required to present a negative COVID-19 test upon arrival. By June, we anticipate that things will likely be the same or better, so we have prepared a program with social distancing in mind.

There will be ongoing, open registration until we are at capacity, so if you are interested, sign up and let's go! Nu dem!

Sign up at:
danceinafrica.com

danceinafrica.com Join us from June 11-25, 2021 for our fourth annual Dance in Africa workshop in Senegal, West Africa. Do to the COVID-19 quarantine, we we ...

01/01/2021

Wishing you all a very happy and prosperous new year! Hope to see you in June at our Dance in Africa workshop! Danceinafrica.com

14/11/2020

Folks are asking if we're still on for next year. The answer is YES! Head over to the website to register! Danceinafrica.com