This course fuses the dance styles of Jazz, Modern, and Musical Theatre through the study of movement throughout the African Diaspora and pioneers of dance. This course trains you in history, social relevance, and technique. Students take a deep dive into storytelling through dance highlighting the fusion of the styles.  

This class meets EVERY SATURDAY. Please come dressed for movement and prepared to remove shoes to enter the dance studio.

Days: Saturdays

Dates: January 20- April 14

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

In-Person: Karamu House 2355 East 89th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106

Required Materials: Dance Attire - ALL DANCERS ARE REQUIRED to wear a dance leotard, tights, dance skirt, shots, and/or pants and dance shoes. 

*If you have any questions please call 216-795-7070 ext 228

Tuition and Fees: $25 annual Registration Fee 

Showcase Date: April 12-14, 2024

Showcase Time: TBD

Please email mnicholson@karamuhouse.org if there are any questions. 

Culmination:  The spring 2024 session will culminate in full production with all classes integrated together.

Full Tuition and sliding-scale financial assistance is available for families. Use promo code FINAID23-24 at checkout to only pay the registration fee of $25 at the time of enrollment. Financial Aid accountants will contact you to obtain additional records such as paystubs and tax returns to calculate your financial aid assistance amount and create payment options based on your unique family needs. The $25 annual registration fee is required.