Step Afrika! Community Panel
Step Afrika!’s “The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence”
Monday, February 2
5:30pm
Promenade Hall
Livestream option
Free admission
Overture Center and our Community Advisory Council invite you to a dynamic community conversation inspired by Step Afrika!’s “The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence,” presented in collaboration with the UW-Madison Dance Department and company members from Step Afrika! Together, panelists will explore the performance’s themes and examine how percussive dance, African traditions and contemporary movement shape storytelling and deepen artistic expression.
Ticketholders and community members are welcome to join the conversation in person in Promenade Hall or via livestream.
More information will be available for the livestream closer to the event.
Step Afrika!'s The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence
Wednesday, February 4 at 7pm
Watch as the energy of percussive dance, African traditions and contemporary movement collide. With powerful rhythms, storytelling and audience participation, this celebration of African culture and artistry will leave your heart pounding.
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February 2
Monday
Dance, Educational/Talks Step Afrika! Community Panel
Promenade Hall
Overture Center and our Community Advisory Council invite you to a dynamic community conversation inspired by Step Afrika!’s “The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence,” presented in collaboration with the UW-Madison Dance Department and company members from Step Afrika!
5:30 PM -
February 4
Wednesday
2025/26 Season, Dance, Overture Presents Step Afrika!'s The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence
Overture Hall
Watch as the energy of percussive dance, African traditions and contemporary movement collide. With powerful rhythms, storytelling and audience participation, this celebration of African culture and artistry will leave your heart pounding.
7:00 PM -
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Promenade Hall
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Thursday
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Saturday
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Multiple Showtimes -
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Saturday
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Saturday
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Overture Hall Main Lobby
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Saturday
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Saturday
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