Roots in Motion (Afro Fusion Dance Workshop)

Wed Dec 10 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

Nia Centre For The Arts | Toronto

Nia Centre for the Arts
Publisher/HostNia Centre for the Arts
Roots in Motion (Afro Fusion Dance Workshop)
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Join us for an interactive lesson on the lineage and fusion of African dances and their link to Caribbean dances.
About this Event

Join us for a one-of-kind dance class that explores the roots of Afro Fusion dance with Zahra Badua & Artist in Residence (Dance) Kelly-Ann Johnson.

Kelly-Ann Johnson is a Toronto-based multidisciplinary dance artist, choreographer, movement director & runway coach. Specializing in Dancehall, ballroom - Runway, Afro-Caribbean, Jazz & urban styles. She lives her life like there is no box. Born in Jamaica and shaped by a lifelong connection to dance, music and art, Kelly-Ann brings her vibrant storytelling to every stage she steps on.⁠

Zahra Badua is a multifaceted artist whose work is deeply rooted in her love for dance, education, and the rich cultural heritage of the African diaspora. She is the founder of ZahraMoves, an educational and performance-based company that focuses on the historical, cultural, and artistic significance of African diasporic dances, while enabling emerging artists of color to grow, experiment, and develop their craft.

Please dress comfortably.

We will have refreshments and water on hand at this session.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Nia Centre For The Arts, 524 Oakwood Avenue, Toronto, Canada

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