Afro-Brazilian with Alessandra Azeviche

Afro-Brazilian with Alessandra Azeviche

Date:
Every Wednesday from Wed 7 May 2025 - Wed 28 May 2025
Time:
19:15 - 20:30
Venue:
DanceHouse
Admission:
To book: Follow eventbrite link.
Level:
Open to All
Teacher:
Alessandra Azeviche

About the Class

Experience the Rhythms of Afro-Brazilian Dance: Ignite Your Passion, move to the Beat.

Step into a world of vibrant culture, rich history, and powerful movement with Afro-Brazilian dance classes! Afro-Brazilian dance draws from African & Indigenous influences, creating a diverse expression that tells stories of heritage, struggle, and celebration.

You’ll explore traditional dances while also improving strength, flexibility, and coordination. The classes not only focus on physical movement but also connect you with the deep spiritual & cultural significance behind the dance.

Whether you’re looking to get fit, express yourself, or immerse in a rich cultural tradition, Afro-Brazilian dance classes are an energizing and soulful way to discover the rhythm inside you. No experience needed!

About the Teacher

Alessandra Azeviche is an Afro-Brazilian dancer, Capoeira performer & instructor from Salvador, Bahia – home to the largest African diaspora population & Afro-Brazilian culture. Her practice is rooted in body movement to promote connections and cultural education.

Since moving to Ireland in 2015 she has established herself as an ambassador of Afro-Brazilian culture, working with choreographers Catherine Young, John Scott & more as well as Dublin City Council, Axis Ballymun, Carlow Arts, Dublin Fringe Festivals & the Brazilian Embassy, and is a board member of Dublin Dance Festival & associate artist with THISISPOPBABY.

Leading her dance groups Quilombo Terra (the first Afro-Brazilian Arts performance group in Ireland) & Natural Rhythm, Alessandra has performed at major festivals sharing rhythms & dances that developed from her roots that echo the resilience and beauty of indigenous communities. Alessandra is working increasingly in contemporary arts performance dealing with themes of de-colonisation & intersectionality.

Social Media Handle

@alessandra.azeviche

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