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The Harlem Roots and Rhythm Urban Dance Festival - (Day 2)

  • Adam Clayton Powell Jr State Office Building · New York
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The Harlem Roots and Rhythm Urban Dance Festival  - (Day 2)
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Festival celebrating the rich and vibrant dance and music cultures of Harlem thru film, panels, lessons and dance!
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PLEASE NOTE - YOU MUST HAVE ID and go thru secirity check to enter the State bldg

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LEGACY: Preserving Harlem Culture and Honoring Legendary Icons

Once upon a time in Harlem....


There was a little girl who would one day become a Queen and revered for her many talents and fortitude.


On Friday November 20th join us for the true story of a Jazz Age /Harlem Renaissance trailblazer — Entertainer Norma Miller. This engaging documentary highlights the life, career and indomitable spirit of the Harlem-born dancer, choreographer, comedienne, author of 5 books,songwriter and actress - also known as "The Queen of Swing."


This special event will include you hearing from those who knew this icon well - and you'll also hear from your Dance Cousins of Philly Bop and Hand Dance (and more) on how they preserve and protect their dance cultures in their areas.

And there will be some social dancing to top off the eve! ***


Event Schedule

You have to go thru security check at the State Bldg - have ID and they check bags

  • 440pm - Doors Open
  • 5pm - Welcome
  • 5:10pm - Film Queen of Swing
  • 6:15 - TALK: Preservation is Key - and also Protection

Hear from those who knew Norma - and our Dance Cousins!

  • 7pm - Social Dancing
  • 9pm - Event ends

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*** More Goodies and Treats!

There is an earlier event on Nov 14th noon at Harlem Hospital - check the link for tix

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/saturdaysharlem-isafro-jazz-connection-tickets-2003467923491


Also at 5pm on November 14th there is an event at the Joseph P Kennedy Center !

Details in link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-harlem-roots-and-rhythm-urban-dance-festival-2026-day-1-tickets-tickets-2002831135842

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NOTE - YOU MUST HAVE ID and go thru secirity check to enter the State bldg

Schedule is subject to change; see updates on this page and/or on the Facebook Link

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Adam Clayton Powell Jr State Office Building, 163 West 125th Street, New York, United States

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