Upper School Explores Afro-Cuban Culture Through Dance

Students in the Upper School elective Marginal Voices of the Hispanic World recently explored Afro-Cuban culture through the art of dance. As part of their semester unit on Afro-Cuban heritage, the class welcomed acclaimed performer TaDeo Asojano for an immersive Afro-Cuban Dance Workshop, conducted entirely in Spanish.

This workshop provided students with a fun and interactive way to connect with the history and cultural legacy of African ancestry in Cuba. Through music and dance, students explored the profound impact African traditions have had on Cuban music, art, dance, and religion, which remain an integral part of the island's cultural identity.

TaDeo Asojano, a versatile NYC-based artist, specializes in Afro-Caribbean dance styles and has collaborated with renowned art collectives and theaters. His commitment to using folkloric arts as a platform for cultural awareness added a dynamic and meaningful layer to the students' studies, seamlessly blending history with physical expression.

Kudos to the students for their energy and enthusiasm, and many thanks to TaDeo for an inspiring lesson—and the workout!