Sunday, June 7 | 10:30 AM
Orin Reid Park, 120 Goodwin Dr
Attendance is P-W-Y-C by donation. Donate online prior to attending, or at the event via cash or card. Recommended donation $10 / $15 / $20 / $25.
About the Workshop
A fun, energetic experience that will allow participants to learn various forms of West African dance fusing many traditional movements with urban street styles.
No dance experience required. All ages welcome. Individuals under the age of 14 are asked to be accompanied by a trusted adult/guardian.
About the Facilitator
Kwasi Obeng-Adjei is a Brampton-based multidisciplinary artist, emerging choreographer, and dance educator whose practice is rooted in traditional African forms and African street dance. With over a decade of experience in the dance community, Kwasi has built an impressive performance and creative resume, including appearances with the Pan Am Games, Giants of Africa Gala, Raptors Halftime Show, Asake Canadian Tour, AfroFest, Luminato Festival, Kultureland Festival, and many more.
In 2025, Kwasi presented Echoes of the Same Tree in collaboration with Nigerian-based artist Ambrose Tjark as part of Homegrown Signature 2 programming for Fall for Dance North, marking a significant milestone in his artistic development.
Photo by Emma Forhan