West African Dance Class with Deidre Dawkins
West African Dance Class with Deidre Dawkins
School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies
Saturday, April 25, 2026
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Dance Studio 1, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
About the Event
Presented by the UMD School of Theatre, Dance and Performance Studies
Learn the history and fundamental movements of West African dance. You’re encouraged, but not required, to wear a Lapa (wrap skirt).
Event Duration
This event will be approximately 75 minutes long.
Maryland Day 2026
This event is part of Maryland Day 2026, our annual campus-wide open house featuring artistic and creative performances, experiences and activities at The Clarice, and across the University of Maryland campus. Explore all Maryland Day events at The Clarice here.