Thrive & Survive:
Becoming & Believing in the Unknown
with Convergence Curating Artist Adia Tamar Whitaker
Facilitated by Adia Tamar Whitaker
Join Afro-Haitian and Contemporary Dancer, Artistic Director of Àṣẹ Dance Theatre Collective and Albany Symphony Curating Artist Adia Tamar Whitaker for a free interactive movement-based workshop that incorporates historical and cultural learnings about the Pinkster Festival. Participants will explore the practical and spiritual uses for music and percussion in early Black American culture.
Come in comfortable clothes. Lunch will be provided. No experience required!
Questions?
Contact Jae Gayle, Director of Education & Community Engagement, 518-465-4755, ext. 151, jenaeg@albanysymphony.com.
What is Convergence?
Convergence is a three-year collaborative project through which the Symphony, Capital Region communities, and nationally acclaimed artistic partners join together in an exploration of three Black American art forms. Visit albanysymphony.com/convergence to learn about this multi-year project.
Health & Safety Protocols
All attendees must follow current health & safety protocols, which can be found at albanysymphony.com/covid.
Adia Tamar Whitaker leading a Juba workshop during the Convergence Summit on September 18, 2021.