Dance

About the Organization Marissa Herrera, 4C LAB Co-founder and Executive Artistic Director. Photo Credit: Alxis Ratkevich Since its inception in 2016, 4C LAB has served more than 16,000 Los Angeles-based students, audience members, and community participants countywide. 4C LAB’s methodology starts with creating a safe space for young people to…

Bernadette Smith in Pomo dress. Photo by Johnny Oliver. Bernadette Smith of Sacramento has been a traditional dancer for over 30 years and a songholder for over 17 years. The art of traditional Coastal Pomo song and dance has been practiced since time immemorial here in California. Songs and dances,…

Afro-Cuban Orisha Dance

Afro-Puerto Rican Bomba dance

Tibetan Opera

Kathakali

Madiou Diouf playing a Djembe solo. Photo: Courtesy of the artist. Madiou Diouf of Oakland, is a Sound Engineer and Musical Director for the Diamano Coura West African Dance Company. His journey in the world of music and sound engineering is a testament to the rich tapestry of…