Roster of Artists
For fees and/or to schedule performances with artists from this list, please contact Art-Reach at 215-568-2115.
To arrange for a performance, please contact Art-Reach one month in advance. Please be prepared to provide at least 3 possible dates for the performance and the approximate number of audience participants.
*Artist names appearing in pink contain more information about the performer.
Performed by the exciting and multi-talented duo of Bob Butryn and Eva Brothers"Crazy Rhythm, Fancy Feet", is a fun-filled, versatile, dance and music show consisting of dances such as the Charleston, swing, tap, cha-cha, waltz, cakewalk, and a fox trot done in the style of Fred and Ginger. The show also contains musical performances of "Honeysuckle Rose"and "In The Mood" played on the clarinet and saxophone, plus audience participation segments such as a sing-along medley and the game "name that singer".
Are you ready to kick up your heels? The Fiddlekicks are perfect for you! They are an Appalachian clogging group based in Philadelphia. This uniquely American dance form evolved in the southern Appalachian Mountains, emerging from a melting pot of influences — Celtic, African and Cherokee — to create a new genre of folk music and percussive dance closely tied to the driving rhythms of the fiddle and the banjo. Fiddlekicks brings it to you, clogging up a storm to live old-time music! Performances include live dancing and live music. Appropriate for all audiences. .
Polynesian Dance/Hula Dance with Honora Kelley
A trip through Polynesia from the fast drums and hips of Tahiti, to the soft swaying of the hula, to the fierce looks and complex moves of the Maori in New Zealand. The audience dances, laughs, sings and keeps the beat throughout the show. Appropriate for all audiences. .
A stimulating rhythmic performance of traditional African drumming and dancing, Caribbean folk dances, and steel drums. Audience participation includes light dance, singing, and playing small percussive instruments. Founder, instructor and business manager of Kuumba Performers, she is motivated by her love for children. She is dedicated to preserving and introducing African history through rhythm and dance, to a new generation.
Mafalda feels."many people in America are not aware of the influences that Africa has on many cultures. It is my dream to bridge the cultural gap in educational and multicultural settings." She studied drum and dance in Senegal and Mali, West Africa with the National Ballet of Mali, and also danced in concert with world music artists Baba Maal and Massamba Diop.
Get ready for something spectacular! NNDT is Philadelphia's only indigenous dance company presenting authentic Native American themes to audiences of all ages. They thrive on audience interaction and enjoy teaching audiences traditional songs and the Round or Snake Dance. Themes used in each performance are based on Native American Indian legends and oral traditions. Depending on audience needs, NNDT performers can perform in the classroom, theater, auditorium, indoors, or outdoors. Performers present all shows dressed in traditional regalia or garb. NNDT partners with Art-Reach offering many perfromance choices to meet each member's needs and budget.
Musical Dance Program
You will expereice the Hoop Dance, Flute songs, Rattle songs, Hand Drum songs, and singing.
Trio Show
Includes the Musical Dance Program as well as other traditional dances in various dance categories
Mini Powwow
This is a thrilling performance by 4-5 performers and also includes the Native Nations Drum Group.
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