"Take more chances, dance more dances." - Author Unknown
Ms. Afrika Abney shines brightly, embodying radiant and vibrant energy as she dances to the rhythms of her ancestors. Born in the 1970s, she carries a mission to accomplish, embodying a spirit full of life and energy.
From 1996 - 2016, she has performed at numerous venues. Some of them include Dynafit Exercise Studio, Mt.Ararat Outreach Center,National Education Association, Fairmount Heights Municipal Center, Metropolitan AME Church, Cultural Cafe, Josephine Butler Community Center, Ideal Public Charter School, Lincoln Theatre, Ballou Senior High School, MLK Library, St. Marks Church,Riverside Baptist Church, Plymouth Congregational Church, Market 5 Gallery and Joe's Movement.
Job Role of a Dancer
“As a dancer, you'll use movement, gesture and body language to portray a character, story, situation or abstract concept to an audience, usually to the accompaniment of music. This typically involves interpreting the work of a choreographer, although it may sometimes require improvisation. Many professional dancers have had dance lessons from an early age.”
Dance Skills:
“Body awareness and control;
Proper body alignment and posture;
Understanding of weight and balance;
Coordination of movement;
Flexibility and range of motion;
Strength and endurance;
Musicality and rhythm;
Clear and precise placement of limbs and body.”
“Dance jobs can include a variety of roles, such as dancer, dance teacher, and dance studio manager:
Dancer
Uses body language, movement, and gesture to convey a story, character, or abstract concept to an audience, usually with music. This often involves interpreting a choreographer's work, but may also require improvisation. Dancers need technical skills such as body awareness, flexibility, strength, and coordination.
Dance teacher
Teaches students the basics of dance, including how to move their bodies, develop creativity, and perform in front of an audience. They may also help students build strength and maintain proper posture.”