Ana “Rokafella” Garcia is a leader in women’s breakdancing, whose early entry into the male-dominated New York street dance scene paved the way for a generation of b-girls. Her husband, dancer, DJ, and drummer Gabriel “Kwikstep” Dionisio, founded the acclaimed Bronx-based hip-hop dance company Full Circle Souljahs and has taught some of the best break dancers in the world. Together, Rokafella and Kwikstep are renowned for preserving classic hip-hop dance styles while embracing new iterations.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, Rokafella, Kwikstep, and the Full Circle Souljahs will lead a conversation on the traditions of popping—a street-dance style that originated in California and was built upon by New York City dancers—followed by a dance demonstration that celebrates the genre’s soulful resilience.
The presentation will be followed by a reception with special access to the DR Center gallery, currently showing Portraits of Process.
This event is presented in partnership with Works & Process and the RBF’s Culpeper Arts & Culture Program.
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