ATUMPAN DANCE THEATRE FAQ
Q: Is Atumpan Dance Theatre the same as Atumpan African Dance?
Yes and no. Atumpan Dance Theatre includes African dance, modern and hip-hop dance, plus ballet warm-ups. There is also theatre training with onstage opportunities with Atumpan Live!, so Atumpan Dance Theatre is much more than just dance.
Q: When is a good time to start?
Anytime! Dance and theatre training is taught with review during classes at the Kroc Center in Norfolk.
Adults, teens, and children opportunities
12 week sessions are
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Spring classes, February to May
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Fall classes, October to December
Q: What happens in a typical class?
*Breaks are not listed
6:15pm Check in, theatre exercises
6:45pm Ballet warm ups/ Modern warm ups
6:55pm Signature Funwa welcome song & dance
7:15pm African rhythms with djembe, krin,bells
8:00pm Showcases and Harambe creed
Q: What is the Harambe creed?
Harambe, a Swahili word,means to all pull together. The Harambe Creed is an affirmation or motivational chant recited at end of class.
Q: What is Public Works?
Public Works is a program initiated at the New York Public Theatre. The Virginia Stage Company (at the Wells Theatre in Norfolk, VA) is a select member of Public Works which means they collaborate with select arts organizations to form a hub of impactful artists.
Atumpan Dance Theatre is one set of impactful artists partnering with the Virginia Stage Company through classes at the Kroc.
Q: Are volunteers needed?
Yes, volunteers are screened to be able to:
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Promote via social media
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Help with costumes and accessories
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Guide/corral younger dancers off-stage while the adult company performs
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Take video or photo footage, pass out company literature (flyers, bookmarks, etc…)
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Man the product table at performances
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