An Introduction to Cuban Rumba

About the Workshop

You are invited to flow in the “sabor!” the flavor of Cuban Rumba. In this class you will learn about Cuban history and culture as you explore the basic movements and musicality of Rumba, a music and dance once marginalized that has become the heart beat of Cuba! This class does not require a partner and is open to all levels.

Note:  This event is open to the entire Duke Community.

DISCLAIMER: This program involves physical exertion and movement through and across space, so before beginning ensure you have adequate clear, safe space free of obstacles to move and are wearing appropriate footwear for the floor surface. If more than one person will be participating, ensure adequate space to avoid contact with other participants. It is your responsibility to use personal judgment concerning the degree of your participation in the activities, and to determine that you are in proper physical condition to participate in such activities.

About the Instructor

Namajala Naomi Washington Roque is a graduate student in the inaugural MFA in Dance Embodied Interdisciplinary Praxis Program at Duke. She is currently a principal dancer and instructor for DC Casineros Dance Company in Washington DC and has been a member of the company for 10 years. She has taught and performed various Cuban genres, Casino, Rueda de Casino, Son, Chachacha, Rumba and Orisha Dance with the company both nationally and internationally and has trained with internationally renowned Cuban companies such as Ballet Folklorico Cutumba and Compania All Stars out of Santiago de Cuba.

About the Location

This workshop will meet online via Zoom. See link at top of page.